Helderberg Wrestling Club celebrated a successful outing at the SAWF Freestyle Wrestling Championships, held at the UCT Sports Complex on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 October.

The club’s 16 wrestlers brought home an impressive nine medals: five gold, two silver and two bronze.

Dániel Jackson secured two gold medals, winning both the under-15 and president juniors categories. Dian Oosthuizen also earned a place on the podium twice, claiming gold in the under-13 and silver in the president schools category.

Mellie de Goede won gold in under-10 girls’ category, while Duane Lombard claimed gold in the president juniors category.

Jean Potgieter earned silver in the under-8 category, with Chrissie Karg and Josh Vermaak taking bronze in under-11 and under-10 respectively.

The club’s team also included Xander Theron and Frans-Ernst Jacobs in under-13; Bjorn Boshoff and Wyatt Willey in under-11; Leon Bedeker, Lukas Viljoen and Jon Vermaak in under-9; Max Pretorius in under-10; and Alexander Pretorius in under-15.

The results mark a proud achievement for the wrestlers, coach Andrew Davidson, and the families and supporters who encourage the team throughout the season.

Based in Strand, Helderberg Wrestling Club offers children an excellent way to stay fit while learning a challenging and rewarding sport. Wrestling develops strength, balance, coordination and endurance, while encouraging discipline, perseverance and confidence.

For young rugby players, wrestling can also help build the body control, physical conditioning and confidence in contact that support their preparation for the rugby field.

The club welcomes boys and girls from six years old, giving newcomers the opportunity to learn, make friends and grow their skills under the guidance of Davidson.

For more information about joining Helderberg Wrestling Club, phone Elzaan on 071 676 9588.