27-06-2025
Bethal handball duo score bronze in international competition
A duo of young handballers from Bethal recently flew the South African flag high in the International Handball Championship in Zimbabwe. The two players from Sukuyende Handball Club, Lusanda Dhlamini (17) and Lusanda Zulu (16) formed part of the South African U18 Handball Team that claimed a bronze medal.
The U20 team secured fifth position. Dhlamini and Zulu expressed their gratitude to their coach, Iggy Masuku, and physical trainer, Antswiso Makhubele, for their guidance and support throughout the tournament.
Both players emphasised their commitment to balancing their passion for the love of handball with academic achievements. They had to take some time off from school to participate in the tournament.
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'I wish majority of our teammates at the club can join us in such tournaments. We did our best but other teams got ahead of us. This is just a start and we believe we will go far with the sport,' said Dhlamini.
They said they appreciated the love and support they received from their parents, school and community.
'Everyone was so excited and proud of us. They encouraged us to work hard both at training and in school, which has instilled so much confidence in us to not give up on this sport,' Zulu said.
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The duo said they are now preparing to take part in the the upcoming Ehlanzeni Handball Tournament at Mbombela Stadium on July 19.
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