SASCOC unveiled Team SA for Kobe 2024 PARA Athletics World Championships

By Mpumi Manyisi
19th April 2024

The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) has unveiled a team of 15 athletes who will represent Team South Africa at the upcoming Para Athletics World Championships in Kobe, Japan, from May 17th to 25th.

SASCOC President Barry Hendricks says he is confident the selected athletes will make the country proud.

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“Our Paralympic athletes have consistently brought honour to our nation, and I have every confidence that they will continue to shine at the Para Athletics World Championships.

“These events serve as crucial milestones on our journey towards the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, providing invaluable insights into our athletes’ global standing and readiness to compete on the grand stage. Congratulations to every member of the team selected to represent our nation.” said Hendricks.

In its 11th edition, the Para Athletics World Championships will feature over 1,000 athletes from more than a hundred nations, competing across 171 medal events (93 male, 77 female, and one mixed).

Echoing this sentiment, SASCOC CEO Nozipho Jafta extended her congratulations and emphasised the significance of events leading up to the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

“As we eagerly anticipate the prestigious Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, every competition preceding it holds great importance. The Kobe Para Athletics World Championships coincide with the onset of the 100-day countdown to the Paralympics on 20 May 2024 and serve as a pivotal qualification event for Paris 2024. It is imperative that our athletes give their utmost to secure qualification.”

THE SQUAD

1. Simone Kruger Women's Discus Throw F38

2. Sheryl James Women's 400 m T37

3. Louzanne Coetzee Women's 1500 m T11

4. Liezel Gouws Women's 400 m T37

5. Yane van der Merwe Women's Discus Throw F44

6. Juane Le Roux Women's Shot Put F46

7. Mpumelelo Mhlongo Men's 100 m T44

8. Kerwin Noemdo Men's Shot Put F46

9. Puseletso Mabote Men's 100 m T63

10. Daniel Du Plessis Men's 400 m T62

11. Paul Daniels Men's 400 m T62