At just 21 years old, Elizabeth ‘Lizzy’ Besser is not only making her mark as a dynamic centre for Tigers Netball Club, but she is also leading the team as its captain, bringing energy, dedication, and faith to every game she plays. Originally from Walvis Bay and now based in Windhoek, Besser is currently pursuing...
The Namibia Tennis Association (NTA) will host its final senior tournament of the year next weekend, with organisers calling on more entries to make the showdown a memorable one. Tournament director Larushka Kruger said they expect over 25 players to register for the competition, which will be held at Central Tennis Club in Windhoek. “We...
As the World Athletics Championships unfold in Tokyo, the legacy of Frank Fredericks continues to loom large over the global stage, reminding many of the heights once reached by Namibia’s most decorated sprinter. Fredericks, whose name is forever etched in Namibian sports history, rose to international prominence with a string of outstanding performances that not...
Namibia’s fast-rising boxer, Flame “Special One” Nangolo, successfully defended his WBO Africa junior lightweight title on Saturday night, beating Steven “Small” Bagwasi of Botswana by a unanimous decision. The much-anticipated fight was organised by AC Promotions boxing bonanza and held at the Roman Catholic Hall in Windhoek. Slated for 10 rounds, the bout carried high...
Athletics Namibia (AN) publicity and media coordinator Edward Kapewasha says the country should take pride in Alina Armas’ performance at the World Athletics Championships in Japan, despite the veteran long-distance runner finishing 35th in the women’s marathon. Armas clocked a time of 2 hours, 36 minutes and 33 seconds in a field of 63 athletes....
Golden Girls moved a step closer to clinching the Khomas Netball League title after beating close rivals Gomonate Fellas 40-29 in an exciting clash on Saturday. Head coach Jacky Ortman expressed delight with the team’s performance, saying the players had made her proud as they edge closer to realising their dream of reaching the top-flight...
Although Namibia’s gymnasts did not achieve the results they had hoped for at the recently concluded World Challenge Cup in Paris, team manager and coach Petra Thorburn believes the experience was invaluable. Namibia was among 38 countries represented at the prestigious competition in the French capital. The nation sent out four athletes, Immanuel Kooper, Sureshini...
Quality Basketball have booked their place in the finals of this year’s Khomas Basketball Association (KBA) league after edging Afro-Stars in a thrilling play-off series. In a best-of-seven showdown, Quality outclassed log leaders Afro-Stars 4-2 to confirm their spot in the much-anticipated finals. They will now face either defending champions Unam Rebels or Unam Wolves,...
Namibia’s fast-rising boxing sensation, Flame ‘Special One’ Nangolo, is set to defend his WBO super featherweight title in what is billed as one of the most exciting bouts of the year. The much-anticipated showdown will take place tomorrow night at the Roman Catholic Hall in Windhoek, where Nangolo will take on Steven Bagwasi of Botswana. ...
The 2025 World Athletics championships officially begin in Tokyo tomorrow, launching nine days of intense competition across the full spectrum of track and field events. The championships will be from 13 to 21 September, and among the key events kicking off the action are the marathon, where Namibian athletes Alina Armas and Daniel Paulus will...