Lance Fredericks

Diamond Fields Advertiser

Mohau Nkota’s rise fuels hope for Northern Cape athletes, says MEC

Lance Fredericks|Published

As Mohau Nkota signs with Saudi Arabian top-flight club Al Ettifaq, Northern Cape MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Mangaliso Matika hails the Kimberley-born star ...

I nearly klapped a cellphone zombie. Then I matured

Lance Fredericks|Published

A near-collision in a mall parking lot sparks a reflection on cellphone distractions, parenting, and what real maturity looks like. From Brad Williams’ “Elf on a ...

SA’s Bezuidenhout in the leading pack as weather tests Open Championship field

Lance Fredericks|Published

South Africa’s Christiaan Bezuidenhout shares the first-round lead at the 2025 Open Championship after carding a four-under 67 at rain-hit Royal Portrush. Day one ...

More feet on the street as Kimberley Harriers clock steady strides

Lance Fredericks|Published

With numbers climbing and times steadily improving, the Kimberley Harriers took to the streets again this week for their Tuesday time trial. From personal best chases ...

Boks vs Baby Blacks: Rivalry reignites in World Rugby U20 Championship final

Lance Fredericks|Published

Thirteen years after their historic win at Newlands, the Junior Springboks will face New Zealand in Saturday’s World Rugby U20 Championship final in Italy. Coach ...

Watch VideoFrom Kimberley to the Kingdom: Nkota’s rise writes a new chapter abroad

Lance Fredericks|Published

After a breakout season with Orlando Pirates, Mohau Nkota’s journey from the streets of Kimberley to Saudi Arabia’s top league is proof that South African football ...

Toyota Gazoo Racing SA heads to East London with full line-up for SATC and SupaCup Round 5

Lance Fredericks|Published

Toyata Gazoo Racing South Africa returns with three GR Corollas in SATC and the GR SupaStarlet in SupaCup as Round 5 of both series hits the high-speed East London ...

Rassie Erasmus names three Springbok debutants as Kolisi returns for Georgia clash

Lance Fredericks|Published

The Springboks will field a new-look front row for Saturday’s clash against Georgia in Nelspruit, with Boan Venter, Marnus van der Merwe and Neethling Fouche all ...

Dream machines and high-speed hopes set to bring thrills to East London GR Cup showdown

Lance Fredericks|Published

The 2025 GR Cup rolls into East London this weekend, bringing three action-packed classes to one of South Africa’s fastest circuits. With dry conditions forecast ...

Watch VideoSpringbok loosie Jasper Wiese suspended for four matches after red card

Lance Fredericks|Published

Jasper Wiese has received a four-match suspension following a red card incident in South Africa’s 45-0 win over Italy. The ban rules him out of the final Incoming ...

Springbok Women show grit in narrow loss to world No. 2 Canada, eye Black Ferns XV next

Lance Fredericks|Published

Despite a 33–5 loss to Canada, the Springbok Women impressed with a much-improved performance and will now turn their focus to two tests against the Black Ferns ...

Griquas down Valke to end FNB U18 Craven Week on a high in Middelburg

Lance Fredericks|Published

Suzuki Griquas wrapped up their FNB U18 Craven Week with a spirited 26–19 win over the Valke, as WP took the honours in the final game of the tournament.

Spear vs shield: SA Schools and SA Schools A teams ready for rugby showdown in Middelburg

Lance Fredericks|Published

The annual SA Schools vs SA Schools A clash will test talent and resolve when the two squads meet in Middelburg on July 17 – with eight returning players and top ...

Rassie Erasmus borrows from schoolboys as Springboks blank Italy with 14 men

Lance Fredericks|Published

The Springboks stunned Italy 45-0 with only 14 men on the field for a large part of the match, while coach Rassie Erasmus revealed that one of their key tactics ...

Kimberley Harriers consistency: Just show up – your pace will follow

Lance Fredericks|Published

This week’s Kimberley Harriers time trial wasn’t about personal bests — it was about showing up. With crisp winter weather and clear skies, runners and walkers took ...

Deliciously tempting Currie Cup First Division race heats up as play-offs loom

Lance Fredericks|Published

The final round of the Currie Cup First Division promises fireworks as five teams chase semi-final spots in Friday’s must-win clashes.

Djokovic and Sinner set for Wimbledon semi-final showdown as women’s finalists are decided

Lance Fredericks|Published

Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner will meet in a blockbuster Wimbledon semi-final despite injury concerns, while Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, Belinda Bencic, and ...

Out after one match: Kakamas Juventus caught up in ABC Motsepe play-off chaos

Lance Fredericks|Published

The Northern Cape’s Kakamas Juventus have taken legal action after being eliminated from the ABC Motsepe play-offs under controversial circumstances, adding fuel ...

Djokovic chases history as quarter-finals heat up in Wimbledon pressure-cooker

Lance Fredericks|Published

Novak Djokovic returns to Centre Court on Wednesday as Wimbledon 2025 heads into its second day of quarter-final action. With South Africans keeping a close eye ...

WWF photo competition celebrates South Africa’s beauty beyond the selfie

Lance Fredericks|Published

From majestic giraffes to star trails and human resilience, WWF’s ‘Through Your Lens’ winners remind South Africans what’s worth protecting.

Verstappen takes British GP pole as rivals stumble in high-pressure Silverstone qualifying

Lance Fredericks|Published

Max Verstappen secured pole position for the British Grand Prix after a flawless lap at Silverstone, while several rivals including Piastri, Norris, and Leclerc ...

Springboks win, but cracks appear in Erasmus’s carefully stacked deck

Lance Fredericks|Published

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admits frustration after the hosts' shaky second-half showing against a young Italy side forces a rethink in team selection.

Scythian spirit at Loftus: Springbok Women brace for Canada clash

Lance Fredericks|Published

Like the warrior women of old, the Springbok Women will fight their own battle on shared ground this Saturday – taking on world No. 2 Canada at Loftus in a crucial ...

Driven by modernity: Boks and Hyundai shift gears together

Lance Fredericks|Published

SA Rugby has expanded its partnership with Hyundai to include the Springboks, Springbok Women, and all national teams, aligning rugby’s forward-thinking champions ...

Springbok Women bank on altitude and attitude and experienced core against Canada

Lance Fredericks|Published

The Springbok Women welcome world number two Canada to Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, with home advantage, big-match experience, and tactical intent forming key weapons ...