In case you are still in the dark or in slumber land, Sasol and WBSA recently announced the “Live the Impossible” Wheelchair Basketball Tournament, taking place at the Mandeville Sports Club, Kensington from 23 – 28 June 2024.
This highly anticipated event feature teams from South Africa and Kuwait, showcasing the incredible talent and determination of wheelchair basketball athletes.
The “Live the Impossible” tournament aims to celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship, unity, and inclusivity in sports. It provides a platform for athletes to display their skills and compete at the highest level, inspiring fans and challenging perceptions about sports for the differently abled bodied persons.
“We are honoured to support the ‘Live the Impossible’ tournament and to witness the extraordinary talent of these athletes,” said Dean Somerset, Sasol Group Brand and Sponsorship Manager. “Our partnership with WBSA underscores our commitment to promoting inclusivity and empowering individuals to overcome challenges both on and off the field. Our support for initiatives such as “The Live the Impossible” tournament isadvocacy for greater inclusivity and accessibility in the world of wheelchair basketball.
“We believe that the tournament will offer a platform for the newly capped athletes to showcase their skills and talents that they will be bringing from across the country. We can’t wait to see what they have in store for us” said Gerry Smith, Director of High Performance at WBSA.
The tournament promises an exciting week of basketball, beginning with the opening match on Monday, 24 June with the South Africa U23 Men going head-to-head with the South African Senior Men’s team at 13:00. Fans are invited to attend and cheer for their favourite teams.
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