Northern Cape Archery celebrates stellar 2024

Danie van der Lith|Published 2 months ago

The Africa Genesis Archery team in the Northern Cape who recently represented their province in the national tournament held in Kimberley. Picture: Danie van der Lith

THE NORTHERN Cape archery community is celebrating a year of remarkable achievements even while they prepare for an even more exciting 2025 season.

Reflecting on the growth and success of the sport in the region, AGA-NC Provincial Coordinator, Dawid de Greeff, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to archers, coordinators, and coaches for their dedication and commitment during the year.

“As we prepare for the 2025 archery season, it is a great time to reflect on the progress made in the Northern Cape over the past year,” said de Greeff. “Your commitment to personal growth – physically, mentally, and socially – has been commendable.

“This passion for archery has significantly contributed to the sport's rapid growth in the Northern Cape.”

AGA-NC Provincial Coordinator, Dawid de Greeff. Picture: Danie van der Lith

Meanwhile, the Northern Cape proudly recognises its athletes who achieved AGA-SA Provincial Colours in Archery for 2024 by maintaining an exceptional average of 260 out of 300 points. High school archers who earned this accolade are: Otnël van Wyk, Athrah Arnold, Fathima Mustapha, Hezekiah Lodewyk, Tru Shaw, Terence van Eck, Naadirah Cader, Dylan O'Connell and Nusrah Beckmann

Adult archers receiving this recognition are: Philip Kotze, Annemarie de Greeff, Schalk van der Merwe, Karin Bester, Johan van Zyl, Dawid de Greeff, Jamilla Beckmann, Chloè Janse van Rensburg, Nicole Krige, Henk van der Schyff

The NC community also made a point of celebrating its athletes who represented AGA-SA internationally during the 2023/24 season: Karin Bester, Annemarie de Greeff, Fathima Mustapha, Otniel van Wyk, and Dawid de Greeff.

The region is set to cheer on new national team members Hezekiah Lodewyk and Athrah Arnold, who will join the World Tournament in July 2025, alongside experienced teammates.

The past year also saw significant strides in the development of archery in the Province. With nine established clubs and plans for more – including potential clubs at Boshof Combined School and Sol Plaatje University – AGA-NC is committed to expanding opportunities for aspiring archers.

Competitions hosted by local clubs celebrated archers’ talent, awarding certificates, medals, and trophies. In addition, the province successfully organised major events, such as the 2024 AGA-SA National Tournament and the 2022 International Virtual Tournament.

As the organisation looks ahead, it seeks passionate individuals to fill vital roles in the AGA-NC Committee. Positions such as vice-provincial Coordinator, Secretary, and Marketing and Sponsorships offer opportunities to support and shape the future of archery in the Northern Cape.

Applications can be sent to nc@agarchery.co.za.

Reflecting on the progress of AGA-NC since its establishment in 2021, Dawid de Greeff, who also serves as the Secretary of the AGA Federation and vice-president of AGA-SA, is optimistic about the future. “We wish you a wonderful holiday season and all the best in your academic pursuits and archery endeavours in 2025,” he said on behalf of the AGA-NC Committee.