Saturday, 12 May 2012

BBSA/IFBB North West Novice Show 2012


Nervous, yet excited, the North West Novice athletes gathered at the Hellenic Hall inRustenburg to showcase their fit and  trained physiques for the Novice Championshipsthis past weekend. The event generated much exitement and positive energy among athletes, officials and spectators alike. The Provincials marked a very importantoccasion for Michael Mitchell, who enjoyed his first event as acting Chairman of IFBBNorth West.

The afternoon started with the Mens Juniors under 18 division where Tiaan Smith, Jacovan Biljon and Melson Modise competed for the division title. Taking the stage for thefirst time, these athletes delivered their best to an  encouraging crowd cheering them on.Jaco, a mentally-challenged athlete competed with some guidance from officials-showing once again the positive attitude of IFBB SA in assisting challenged athletes.Lucky for Jaco, his rolemodel, Marius Dohne, performed as guest-poser for the event,entertaining the crowd with his dynamic on stage presence. A Definite highlight andfirm favourite of the evening was the striking beauties competing in the Ladies divisions.The first line up was that of the Fitness Bikini athletes, giving nothing short of a stellarperformance for the panel of  judges. Each turn and pose was carried out with precision,giving optimal presentation of their hard work and dedication. Catha Beukes took thetitle followed by Joyce du Plessis coming in second. The Mens divisions producedimpressive talent overall with Melson Modise taking the Junior Under 18 title,  ReboaneDioka stood out in his Under 23 under 75kg line-up and Karel Blom walked away as theLightweight under 70kg winner. Solomon Tladi and Hannes Jansen van Vuuren took thetitles in the Light Middleweight 80kg and Heavyweight 90+ kg divisions respectively.

The second half of the evening kicked of with an impressive line up of the Beach Bikinidivision, grabbing the full attention of the crowd. Toned and tanned physiques werepresented to the judges in unfaltering style. It was a tough decision for the judges and inthe end it was Alex van der Westhuizen who won them over. Angelique de Vrye tookthe Ladies Classic trophy, ending of the Ladies divisions on a high note.
When time came for the respective winners to get on stage for the  announcement of theoverall champ, the athletes presented their best with energetic routines that gotspectators enthusiastically applauding them. Contributing to the exhilarating atmosphere,Aneurin Wentzel was annouced as overall winner adding to his under 23 over 75kg winearlier in the evening. The 22 year old described the win as 'amazing' and 'an absoluteconfidence booster'. Winning Overall Champ was a huge bonus to add to thecompetition being a first-time competitor.

Chairman, Michael, gave his account of the event-  "the North West Novicechampionship proved that less is more with a smaller set up and venue, proving to beexplosively succesful". He also added that Novices are creating a firm foundation forfuture Proteas.

Gloria Mashigo, who was a judge at the event says she is very excited for the NorthGauteng Novice Champs next week in Pretoria as the event will be her 1st as Chairladyof IFBB Gauteng North. "I didn't expect to be appointed as chairperson, it came as asurprise, but I welcome it and look forward to the chairmanship term."



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