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Tongaat Panthers Classic
Tongaat Panthers Classic
The longer distances, the 32km and 21 km commences at 5am and is suited for the more serious runner. However the 10km event which commences at 6am is perfect for the novice and social participant. For the young and for the family orientated event, a 5km Fun Run/Walk is set for 8am, 10 well stocked refreshment stations will be providing water and coke to all particpants.
Lajeeth Maharaj, race organiser of the event heaped praise on new sponsors Arysta Life Sciences for their sponsorship and commended them for partnering with the Club in promoting a healthy "Life Style" among our youth and our communities.
Cheeten Maharaj, speaking on behalf of the Arysta Life Sciences, said that his club is committed to promoting health living through physical activity and sport. He was particularly impressed by the clubs endeavours in promoting the sport among our youth with the staging of the Fun Run which commences at 8am. The cost of the Fun Run is R8 for learners and R10 for adults. Local schools have been encouraged to use the event as a Fund Raiser for their schools using the collection sheets.
Registration for all events commences at 2.30 pm at the Outspan Grounds on Saturday, 16th April 2016 and continues on Sunday 17th April 2016 at the Grounds. Registration opens at 3.30am for all other distances.
An appeal is made to the community to come out and support the event by participating or by being spectators. A special plea is being made to all motorists to be patient on the roads from around 5am to 10am as hundreds of runners and walkers will be on the roads.
The main road, Gopalall Hurbans and part of Watson Highway up to the new airport road will be affected from 5am to 10am Motorists are urged to exercise caution.
For more information kindly contact Mr Lajeeth Maharaj 084 206 5342 or Miss Keshnee Maharaj 083 784 4476, Mr Krish Naidu 083 799 5651.