A female team of tug of war champs from Melkbosstrand High School have the chance to represent South Africa at the World Championships in England!
Melkbosstrand, South Africa (21 April 2025) — A South African team of tug of war champs from Melkbosstrand High School are pulling at the chance to represent their country at the upcoming World Championships in Nottingham, England!
It’s a massive moment for the Melkies girls and a first for their school, which is beaming with pride at the girls’ achievement.
The 480kg girls team have worked hard to earn an opportunity like this, including winning gold at the SA Junior Championships in Mossel Bay.
The tug of war champs team to congratulate consists of:
- Mia Crous,
- Carli De Ridder,
- Lize Erasmus,
- Samantha Pieterse,
- Tiana Strydom,
- Anja van Jaarsveld,
- Jordan van Wyk,
- Kiera Kachelhoffer,
- Caitlyn Cooper
- and Erin Visagie.
Hosted by the University of Nottingham, the 2025 World Outdoor Tug of War Championships will take place from 4-7 September. However, the girls need a boost from their community and fellow South Africans to get their chance to compete against the world’s finest.
As such, a BackaBuddy campaign is up and running for them with hopes that those who want to see South Africa shine on yet another international stage (or arena) will support their dream.
The funds raised will support their passport and visa costs, international flights, accommodation, official uniforms and other fees necessary for participation.
And, in case you didn’t know, South Africa boasts success in the world of tug of war. Last year, a local tug-of-war team were crowned world champions for the third time in a row at the World Championships. An all-male squad from Hoër Landbouskool Oakdale, The 560KG team took home the crown!
You can support the Melkies girls through their campaign, here.
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