WWS - Western High School and LSEN Schools Championships ROARS to life!
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March 13th, 2026
World Wide Scholarships – Western Cape High & LSEN Schools Championships Set to Deliver World‑Class Performances and Global Pathways
The excitement is building ahead of the WWS – Western Cape High & LSEN Schools Championships, taking place on 13–14 March at Coetzenburg Stadium, with a powerful lineup of standout athletes and unprecedented global opportunities for youth talent across the province.
The event will also be streamed live on the World Wide Scholarships YouTube channel:
⭐ Standout Athletes to Watch
The Western Cape continues to produce some of the most exceptional young athletes in Africa and the world. Among the top contenders expected to light up the track and field:
• Jayden Fourie – Long Jump & 100 m
• Micah Africa – 100 m & 200 m
• Elisma Van Wyk – 200 m & 400 m
• Jordan Spolander – High Jump
These athletes represent only a fraction of the elite talent that will compete over two days of high‑performance athletics.
🌍 Global Pathways: USA Scholarships, European Tours & International Exposure
World Wide Scholarships (WWS) continues to open doors for young South African athletes through:
• Scholarships at top USA colleges and universities
• Opportunities with leading South African universities
• International competitions and tours across Europe
• Elite scouting exposure from global institutions
• Partnerships with elite corporate brands
These pathways ensure that Western Cape athletes are not only competing provincially, but are also positioned for life‑changing global opportunities.
Munya Maraire, CEO of World Wide Scholarships and headline partner to Western Cape Schools Athletics, expressed his excitement:
“Western Cape’s best athletes are also some of the best in the world and Africa. We are in for some scintillating athletics days. We are also excited to take an invitation team to Europe to show the world what South Africa can do. Many top universities—locally and internationally—are watching these performances closely. It’s an honour to work with Western Cape Schools Athletics because they are truly a great example of how athletics should be run.”
🏅 A Championship of Excellence & Inclusion
This year’s event proudly brings together both High School and LSEN Schools athletes, showcasing the province’s commitment to inclusive, world‑class competition.
Brandon Du Plessis, Chairman of Western Cape Schools Athletics, shared his appreciation:
“We want to thank World Wide Scholarships for helping us empower our talented youth, and we are deeply grateful to the Western Cape Government for their incredible support. We are honoured to bring together our best high school athletes and to present a world‑class spectacle that proudly includes our LSEN Schools athletes as well.”
🎤 Press Conference Details
📅 13 March
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Coetzenburg Stadium, Stellenbosch
🏆 Event Details – WWS Western Cape High & LSEN Schools Championships
📅 13 & 14 March
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Coetzenburg Stadium, Stellenbosch
📺 Live Stream
Watch the championships live on the WWS YouTube channel:
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