I have made an effort during the past eight days to ensure that I did not miss the television to get a glimpse of the highlights and really felt over the moon to see Western Cape athletes rise to the occasion. The fact that our athletes contributed more than 10 medals in the total of 38 proves beyond doubt that this province has abundance of sporting talent and is a force to be reckoned with. I salute our medalists Babalwa Ndleleni, Natalie Du Toit, Janice Josephs, Janus Roberts, Geraldine Pillay, Norlene Conrad, David George, Ramsay Carelse to mention a few. The achievements of these athletes will serve as an inspiration to our youth for many more years to come.
With 2008 Olympic Games not very far off, I wish to appeal to the corporate world to rally behind our teams and give the support their deserve so that together we are able to field a fully prepared team, capable of bringing more medals
Whitey Jacobs
Issued on behalf of MEC by:
Mandla Yeki
Spokesperson for Ministry
Cultural Affairs, Sport and Recreation
Tel: 021 483 9804
Fax: 021 483 9801
Mobile: 082 553 3477
Protea Assurance Building, Green Market Square
Cape Town
