Community Leagues Hit Gauteng

The ProNutro JAGRunners programme is literally taking the racing to the kids through its community cross country events. In many of the areas where the programme is active, the children have little to no oppurtunities to take part in competitons . 

Lack of competition is a big contributing factor to the children losing interest. As a solution, the ProNutro JAGRunners are working hard at establishing  cross country leagues in the different areas where the programme is active. Schools within close proximity are invited to compete for the title of best cross country school.  

By eliminating the challenge of transport many more children are able to compete. In fact many children can walk from their schools to the event. These leagues are proving very effective in motivating schools to become more involved in the programme.

The coaches are also trained on how to organize and run these cross country leagues themselves, thus empowering them further.

During April, the first league in Orange Farm, where we partner with Afrika Tikkun, was launched.  It was great to see the spirit of the children, cheering each other on.

We hope to see many more running enthusiasts “Taking the racing to the kids”