{"id":5157,"date":"2023-09-20T08:21:49","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T06:21:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/athletics.supersportschools.com\/?p=5157"},"modified":"2023-09-20T08:21:49","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T06:21:49","slug":"curro-podium-athletics-is-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.ssschoolsplus.co.za\/?p=5157","title":{"rendered":"Curro Podium Athletics is back"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"para-1\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5159\" src=\"https:\/\/athletics.supersportschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/athletics-starting-blocks-on-race-track-2021-08-29-21-03-18-utc-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" \/>Get ready, sports enthusiasts! The Curro Podium Athletics meeting, the most illustrious high school athletics event in Southern Africa, is back in action.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.curro.co.za\/schools\/curro-hazeldean-primary-school\/\">Curro Hazeldean<\/a>\u00a0will host this high-octane event on behalf of Curro. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 27 September 2023 because the Pilditch Stadium in Pretoria will be where all the magic happens.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"para-1\">Curro is doubling down on its commitment to fostering athletic excellence, which follows an inaugural event that surpassed all expectations. The series now extends to two regional showcases. After the north event in September, sports fans can look forward to a second meeting in the south on Saturday, 28 October 2023 at Dal Josaphat Stadium, setting the stage for a grand national finale early next year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"para-1\">Pierre le Roux, the Executive Head of Curro Hazeldean, couldn&#8217;t contain his excitement, \u2018The Curro Podium Athletics north event is more than just a competition. It&#8217;s a stage where we nurture future champions in sport and in life. We are fully committed to cultivating young talent and fostering a culture of high achievement.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"para-1\">The Curro Podium Athletics, which is endorsed by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/athleticssa.org.za\/\">Athletics SA<\/a>\u00a0(ASA), aims to spark passion and raise a new generation of sports heroes. The north event is shaping up to be an adrenaline-packed day, featuring the cream of the crop from schools across key regions in South Africa, including the Vaal Triangle, Free State, central Gauteng, KZN, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West and the central region of North West.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"para-1\">Athletes won&#8217;t just compete for bragging rights, however. They&#8217;ll vie for team and individual titles across a myriad of categories. From the best boys\u2019 and girls\u2019 athletics teams to standout performances in junior and senior track and field events, trophies will find deserving homes. A total of 24 events, ranging from sprints and hurdles to discus and high jump, will make sure every talent is showcased.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"para-1\">The regional champions will earn the right to display their prowess at the Curro Podium national finals slated for February next year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"para-1\">You can catch all the action live on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/supersportschools.com\/\">SuperSport Schools<\/a>. Now more than ever, Curro ensures that the thrills and inspiration of this event reach as many eyes and hearts as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"para-1\">For more information visit our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.curro.co.za\/info-for-parents\/carousel-2\/curro-sport\/curro-podium\/\">website<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready, sports enthusiasts! The Curro Podium Athletics meeting, the most illustrious high school athletics event in Southern Africa, is back in action.\u00a0Curro Hazeldean\u00a0will host this high-octane event on behalf of Curro. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 27 September 2023 because the Pilditch Stadium in Pretoria will be where all the magic happens. 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