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MEMORABLE YEAR: FIVE HIGHLIGHTS BY SA ROAD RUNNERS IN 2024It has been a breakthrough season for some of South Africa's t...
21/11/2024

MEMORABLE YEAR: FIVE HIGHLIGHTS BY SA ROAD RUNNERS IN 2024

It has been a breakthrough season for some of South Africa's top road runners.
We look back on standout performances this year by Glenrose Xaba, Gerda Steyn, Elroy Gelant, Cian Oldknow and Maxime Chaumeton.

READ MORE... link to full report in comment section ⬇️

📷 Michael Sheehan

RESULTS: AGN SUB-YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPSResults of finals (top eight) at the Athletics Gauteng North Sub-Youth Championships...
18/11/2024

RESULTS: AGN SUB-YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS

Results of finals (top eight) at the Athletics Gauteng North Sub-Youth Championships held at Pilditch Stadium in Pretoria.

READ MORE... link to full results in comment section ⬇️

KIPKORIR AND NDINDA WIN HOLLYWOODBETS JOBURG 10KM RACEKenyan athletes stole the show this morning, winning the men’s and...
16/11/2024

KIPKORIR AND NDINDA WIN HOLLYWOODBETS JOBURG 10KM RACE

Kenyan athletes stole the show this morning, winning the men’s and women’s contests at the Hollywoodbets Joburg 10km in Melrose.

READ MORE... link to full report and results in comment section ⬇️

📷 Hollywood Athletics Club

ELROY GELANT LOOKS BACK ON SPECTACULAR YEAR AHEAD OF SEASON CLOSERHaving produced the best season of his career, long-di...
15/11/2024

ELROY GELANT LOOKS BACK ON SPECTACULAR YEAR AHEAD OF SEASON CLOSER

Having produced the best season of his career, long-distance runner Elroy Gelant admits he needs some rest as he prepares for his last race of the year at the Hollywoodbets 10km in Joburg tomorrow.

READ MORE... link to full report in comment section ⬇️

📷 Richard Pearce Photography/NMB Half-Marathon

UPDATE: SA ROAD RUNNING RANKINGSGlenrose Xaba rocketed to the top of the 2024 South African women's road running ranking...
10/11/2024

UPDATE: SA ROAD RUNNING RANKINGS

Glenrose Xaba rocketed to the top of the 2024 South African women's road running rankings over the 5km distance with a convincing victory at the Boxer Super Run race in Pretoria today.

Her training partner, Karabo Mailula, also joined the top 10 list.

READ MORE... link to full national rankings in comment section ⬇️

📷 Tobias Ginsberg

09/11/2024

Broadcasting Camera Operators Wanted - BACKSPORTS PTY LTD

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Contract Duration: 11 months (2025)

Project Frequency: Bi-Weekly productions

Job Summary:

We're seeking experienced Broadcasting Camera Operators to join our team in Cape Town. As a seasoned camera operator, you'll play a critical role in delivering high-quality broadcasts for our clients.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Availability for all projects
2. 3+ years of broadcasting camera operating experience
3. Police Clearance Certificate
4. Based in the Western Cape (Cape Town and surrounding areas preferred)
5. Strong knowledge of broadcasting camera equipment
6. Positive work attitude
7. Passion for sports

Responsibilities:

- Attend training sessions and Director Briefings as required
- Operate broadcasting cameras for bi-weekly productions
- Ensure high-quality broadcast standards
- Collaborate with production team to deliver exceptional results

How to Apply:

If you meet the requirements and are eager to join our team, please submit your application to: https://forms.clickup.com/9012459853/f/8cjyead-1672/EMEBYZJCB1BY4Z2NFD

We look forward to hearing from you!

XABA HAS 'UNFINISHED BUSINESS' IN THE HALF-MARATHON, SAYS SEMENYAWith the SA 10km and 42km records already in the bag, G...
07/11/2024

XABA HAS 'UNFINISHED BUSINESS' IN THE HALF-MARATHON, SAYS SEMENYA

With the SA 10km and 42km records already in the bag, Glenrose Xaba is hoping to edge closer to the long-standing national 21km mark next season, according to Caster Semenya.

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📷 Reg Caldecott

06/11/2024

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Are you looking to start or further your career in Broadcasting? This might be the opportunity for you. If you are interested in joining the BackSports Broadcasting or Streaming Teams, follow the link below and submit your application before close of business 9 November 2025.

https://forms.clickup.com/9012459853/f/8cjyead-1532/LP3FJ8LL4D28PL5U8E

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE 2025 COMRADES MARATHONOrganisers of the Comrades Marathon have confirmed details about ne...
06/11/2024

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE 2025 COMRADES MARATHON

Organisers of the Comrades Marathon have confirmed details about next year's race.

READ MORE... link posted in comment section ⬇️

📷 Engen

05/11/2024

Young journalists wanted!

Are you a budding journalist with a passion for athletics? We're looking for talented individuals to join our content team and be part of the movement!

If you're over the age of 16, you've passed grade 9 and you want to develop your skills as a content creator, you can join our team.

To find out more, contact [email protected]

Athletics family, let’s get behind our Superstar Akani Simbine for the Gauteng Sport Awards. Nominated for Sports Person...
04/11/2024

Athletics family, let’s get behind our Superstar Akani Simbine for the Gauteng Sport Awards.

Nominated for Sports Personality of the year!! To vote sms Sport02 to 44888!

Let’s vote 🗳️🦾

TWO OCEANS CHAMPION ONALENNA KHONKHOBE WINS SOWETO MARATHONOnalenna Khonkhobe won his second major race of the year this...
03/11/2024

TWO OCEANS CHAMPION ONALENNA KHONKHOBE WINS SOWETO MARATHON

Onalenna Khonkhobe won his second major race of the year this morning, emerging triumphant at the Soweto Marathon.

READ MORE... link to report and results in comment section ⬇️

📷 Action Photo SA

SA TRACK AND FIELD RANKINGSThanks to our nation's incredible athletes, we have so much to celebrate as we look back on t...
24/10/2024

SA TRACK AND FIELD RANKINGS

Thanks to our nation's incredible athletes, we have so much to celebrate as we look back on the 2024 season.

We list the top 10 South African performers in each track and field event in the youth, junior and senior age groups this year.

READ MORE... link posted in comment section ⬇️

📷 Cecilia van Bers ()

Sepeng Hezekiel Tomato 🍅 Tomaaato 🍅- World Record it is 🫡🫡🫡😂🚀
24/10/2024

Sepeng Hezekiel Tomato 🍅 Tomaaato 🍅- World Record it is 🫡🫡🫡😂🚀

SA YOUTH TRACK AND FIELD RANKINGSSouth Africa's U18 athletes have produced some memorable results during the 2024 season...
24/10/2024

SA YOUTH TRACK AND FIELD RANKINGS

South Africa's U18 athletes have produced some memorable results during the 2024 season.

We list the top 10 performers in each track and field event in the youth age group this year.

READ MORE... link posted in comment section ⬇️

📷 Cecilia van Bers (Pixallsport)

SA JUNIOR TRACK AND FIELD RANKINGSIt has been a fantastic season for South Africa's U20 athletes.We list the top 10 perf...
21/10/2024

SA JUNIOR TRACK AND FIELD RANKINGS

It has been a fantastic season for South Africa's U20 athletes.

We list the top 10 performers in each track and field event in the junior age group this year.

READ MORE... link posted in comment section ⬇️

📷 Cecilia van Bers (Pixallsport)

GLENROSE XABA MAKES EXPLOSIVE DEBUT BY BREAKING SA MARATHON RECORDLong-distance runner Glenrose Xaba made one of the mos...
20/10/2024

GLENROSE XABA MAKES EXPLOSIVE DEBUT BY BREAKING SA MARATHON RECORD

Long-distance runner Glenrose Xaba made one of the most spectacular debuts in the history of South African road running this morning, breaking the national record in her first 42km race at the Cape Town Marathon.

READ MORE... link to full report posted in comment section ⬇️

📷 Reg Caldecott/Spar Grand Prix

CAPE TOWN MARATHON RESULTSResults of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon held this morning.READ MORE... link posted in comment...
20/10/2024

CAPE TOWN MARATHON RESULTS

Results of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon held this morning.

READ MORE... link posted in comment section ⬇️

📷 Michael Sheehan/Gallo Images

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Them Champ is back home 🇿🇦
Them Champ is back home 🇿🇦

Akani Simbine has returned home after a spectacular international season. Simbine won two Diamond League races this year, broke his national 100m record and secured a relay silver medal at the Olympic Games. He was welcomed back to South Africa by friends and family this morning.

Our champions have landed! 🇿🇦 Double gold medallist Bayanda Walaza and other members of the national team have returned home from the World Athletics U20 Championships.

Olympic relay silver medallist Shaun Maswanganyi with his mom after returning home this afternoon from the Paris Games.

South Africa's youngest Olympic medallist, 18-year-old Bayanda Walaza, shares his thoughts on the Paris Games after returning home. #TeamSouthAfrica #OlympicGames

Hundreds of people turned out at OR Tambo International this morning to welcome home junior sprinters Bayanda Walaza and Bradley Nkoana who earned silver medals at the Paris Olympics 🇿🇦

NOSWEAT EPISODE 15: HOW WE RATED THE ATHLETE'S PERFORMANCES! SOMETHING HOT LIKE THAT
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NOSWEAT PODCAST Can more be done to support the athletes? Catch us tomorrow at 18:00 for the Olympic wrap-up. #NOSWEATPODCAST #Backtrack

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NOSWEAT EPISODE 14 🏆 CATCH US TOMORROW NIGHT for Episode 15! We are back on Monday night at 18:00 to wrap-up the Olympic Games! Don’t miss it! #NOSWEATPODCAST #Backtrack

"I dedicate my run today to everyone at home who supports me... they really carry me when it gets tough." National record holder Gerda Steyn was all smiles, as always, after finishing 45th in 2:32:51 in the women's marathon at the Olympic Games in Paris. #TeamSouthAfrica #olympicgames #ParisOlympics2024

"Fourth time lucky! It took me 12 years but I'm super happy today." Representing South Africa at the Olympic Games for the fourth time in her career, Irvette van Zyl was delighted to reach the finish for the first time, taking 37th position in the marathon race in Paris in 2:31:14. #TeamSouthAfrica #olympicgames #ParisOlympics2024

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BACKTRACK SPORTS, a division EC Active (PTY) Ltd., is focused on creating a platform of exposure for South African athletes. This includes, video streaming, race footage, blogging, interviews and documentaries. We are passionate about athletics, and strive to bring track and field back, by creating the coverage and excitement athletes so very much deserve.

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