Boxer Athletics Club has announced the re-signing of its current athletes, including elite runners Elroy Gelant, Glenrose Xaba, Cacisile Sosibo, Precious Mashele, Kabelo Mulaudzi, Chris Mhlanga, Lebo and Lebogang Phalula.
The club has also welcomed new talent, including Andries Sesedi, Karabo More, and Karabo Motsoeneng.
“We are thrilled to see Boxer AC not only retain its elite athletes but also welcome fresh talent for 2025,” said Lee-Ann Pillay, Head of Marketing at Boxer Superstores. “It’s exciting to watch our Boxer AC runners continue to perform at the highest level nationally, but we’re especially eager to see them exceed expectations at our very own events, the Boxer Super Run in Durban and Tshwane. Their success in these races, coupled with their impressive performances at other major events, truly showcases the strength and depth of the Boxer AC team. We look forward to a year filled with remarkable achievements, both on and off the track, as we continue to support these exceptional athletes.”
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“We are immensely proud that all our existing Boxer AC athletes have chosen to re-sign with the club for 2025,” said Rhyn Swanepoel, National Manager Boxer AC. “At Boxer AC, we operate on straightforward yet impactful principles—ensuring the small but crucial details are handled with the utmost professionalism. This includes seamless travel arrangements, comfortable accommodations, and the punctual payment of monthly retainers and incentives.”
Boxer AC currently boasts a membership of 400–500 athletes and has set a goal of reaching 1,000 athletes by the end of 2025.
In 2025, the club will have a strong presence nationwide, participating in events such as the Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES (Gqeberha, Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, and Tshwane), the Boxer Super Run 5K (Durban and Tshwane), the Spar Women’s Challenge, the Totalsports Women’s Race (Durban, Cape Town, and Johannesburg), and the Hollywood 10K, as well as the SA Cross Country, 5K, 10K, 21.1K, and Marathon Championships.
