South African Hockey proudly bid farewell to the SA Indoor Males’s and Ladies’s groups as they embark on their journey to the FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup. The official send-off occasion passed off at Southern Solar, marking the ultimate step earlier than the groups tackle the world’s greatest of their quest for glory.
The occasion was attended by key figures in South African sport, together with SASCOC President Barry Hendricks, who prolonged his properly needs to the groups. “Competing at a World Cup is a good honour, and we’ve got full confidence that these gamers will make South Africa proud,” mentioned Hendricks.
SA Hockey Vice President Lwandi Simelane expressed gratitude to the sponsors who’ve made this marketing campaign attainable and inspired the groups to embrace the chance forward. “Our groups stand on the shoulders of those that imagine in South African hockey, and we thank our companions for making certain our gamers can compete on the worldwide stage. Now, it’s time for the groups to embrace the second and make historical past,” mentioned Simelane.
With the match quick approaching, group captains Dayaan Cassiem (Males) and Jamie Southgate (Ladies) reaffirmed their dedication to giving their all for his or her nation. “We’re able to shine, to compete with satisfaction, and to showcase the perfect of South African indoor hockey,” mentioned Cassiem. Southgate echoed his sentiments, emphasizing the unity and dedication inside each squads.
South African Hockey extends its appreciation to PSI Franchise Quaggas for his or her beneficiant help in making the send-off occasion a hit.
The FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup presents a chance for South Africa’s greatest to showcase their expertise, compete towards the world’s elite, and proceed the proud custom of excellence within the sport. With the nation behind them, the SA Indoor groups are able to tackle the problem.
Photos – Karl Seebach
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