While the endurance of cyclers were tested during the Vice-Chancellor’s Cycle Challenge in Kimberley, relations between various stakeholders and community members were strengthened, and visitors entertained themselves at the array of flea market stalls at the Oppenheimer Gardens.
On this second annual event on Sunday, 27 November, presented by the Sol Plaatje University (SPU) in association with the Northern Cape Cycling Federation (NCC) and Cycling South Africa (CSA), vice-chancellor and principal Prof. Andrew Crouch, said this will remain an important event on the university’s calendar due to its ability to unite the community and families.
The SPU expanded its cycling route from 43 km in 2021 to lengthier routes of 50 km and 105 km, and introduced a fun 5 km race for children – thus catering for the whole family. The initiative encourages healthy living by promoting cycling as an activity for all.
SPU cheerleaders and mascot Gemmie raised the spirits of those in attendance. In addition, community members and cyclists were treated to prizes in lucky draws.
The president of NCC, Kobus Burger, expressed his gratitude to all the sponsors.
“May we continue to build and foster good relations in support of one another to better the community and promote growth,” he said.
The Sol Plaatje University expresses its sincere thanks to all the sponsors who contributed to the success of the Vice-Chancellor’s Cycle Challenge 2022.
Main categories
105 km, female:
1. Natasha Lategan
2. Elmien Voster
3. Omie Riet
105 km, male:
1. Marius Wessels
2. Jean Fourie
3. Ryno Potgieter
50 km, female:
1. Karen Erasmus
2. Joan Piek
3. Danien Theunissen
50 km, male:
1. Marcel Karsten
2. Karlchen Rost
3. Ben van der Linde
5 km fun ride
The following children received medals for participation and a R500 prize voucher:
1. Lea de Haast
2. Eli Kamies
3. Waone Maroro
4. Tristan van Vuuren
