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Photo Caption – TuksNetball Varsity Cup Squad
Women’s month is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a reminder of strength. Of resilience. Of women who show up even when it’s hard.
This August, at TuksSport, we are celebrating women who do exactly that – on the court, on the road, on the field and in the lecture rooms.
TuksNetball – A powerhouse on the court – Led by Coach Amanda Mynhardt. This year’s squad is a true powerhouse. It’s a blend of experienced leaders, players and strong newcomers who bring versatility, youth, power and resilience to the court. These players have not just been preparing for games, they have been preparing to represent the stripe.
On the 1st weekend of Varsity Netball, TuksNetball will open their campaign against the University of the Freestate and against the defending Champions NWU.“This team embodies what Women’s Month is about”, says Coach Amanda Mynhardt. “Strength isn’t just physical. It’s showing up for each other. It’s resilience when the pressure is on. These ladies are ready to be formidable.”
TuksNetball have announced their team for Varsity Netball Bumper 1 – Jamie Williamson, Skyla Eley, Kamogelo Maseko, Lente Kroukamp, Jade Atkins, Kyla Dames, Phophi Nematangari, Nonnie Mjaliswa, Kristi Koekemoer, Kyla Venancio, Luca Keun, Kimberley Amiras.
A powerful force on the road – Sappi Tuks Night Race
While the netballers chase glory, hundreds of women across Pretoria are lacing up for another kind of challenge; The Sappi Tuks Night Race which takes place on the 9th of September. Women are training after work. Running with prams. Training before and after class. Cheering each other on in club groups. Whether it’s 5km’s or 10 km’s, these women are all a powerful force. They are proving that wellness, community and joy are all synonymous.
Celebrating Women Who Show UP –
This Women’s Month, we celebrate two different arenas, but with the same spirit as we prepare for Varsity Netball and encourage everyone to register for the Sappi Tuks Night Race. The TuksNetball ladies preparing to start their 2026 Varsity Netball campaign and the women of the Sappi Tuks Night Race – a community preparing to light up the night, one kilometer at a time.
Different jerseys. Different Goals. same DNA. Strength. Resilience. Power.
To every woman reading this: Keep showing up. KeepPushing. Keep being formidable. Varsity Netball 2026 starts soon. The Sappi Tuks Night Race is coming. And Tuks women are leading the way.
Race Details
Date: 9 September 2026
Venue: Hillcrest Sports Campus, University of Pretoria
Start Time: 18:30
Entries: Now open on Entry Ninja
About TuksSport
TuksSport, the Sport Department at the University of Pretoria, has positioned itself, both locally and internationally, as a leader in the fields of participation in sport and managing and coaching sport. We offer a professional home for athletes and volunteers who participate in our programmes. As a catalyst for the development of sport, TuksSport adds value and contributes towards sustainable sport programmes for the broader South African community.
With a diverse range of over 30 sporting codes, our campus offers something for everyone. Whether you are a beginner seeking to explore a new sport or an athlete with a high-level profile, our home provides exceptional sporting opportunities worldwide. We not only focus on top performers but also on club contestants and recreational participants. The high-performance programme provides services that range from scientific and medical to sports testing, fitness, technical and tactical expertise, sports injuries, and sport psychology support.
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