MOSSEL BAY NEWS - The Mossel Bay Squash Club successfully hosted the first Garden Route Junior Squash Open from 27 to 29 September. 

This exciting event was held at squash courts at the Mossel Bay Golf Club as part of the Sport and Recreation Festival. Junior squash players from across the country, including from East London, Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, Paarl and Pretoria, made their way to the Garden Route to compete. 

Among the participants was national U15 champion Christian Swanepoel from George, who showcased his exceptional talent by winning the boys' U19 division. 

In the girls' section, South African junior Protea Chanté Leppan displayed her dominance, affirming her status as one of the country's top junior players. 

Both of the runners-up, Ross Smorfit and Hanrie Duits, are also from Eden. Ross is from George and Hanrie from Great Brak. 

Hanrie Duits and Chanté Leppan.

Ross Smorfit and Christian Swanepoel.

The participation of these elite athletes brought significant exposure and opportunity to the local juniors, sparking further excitement about the growth of the sport within the region's clubs. 

The open aims not only to deliver an outstanding tournament for South Africa's junior squash players, but also to encourage families to enjoy the school holiday period by exploring the many activities and natural beauty Mossel Bay has to offer. 

The 2025 open is set to take place from 10 to 12 October. For further information, contact the tournament organiser, JP Brits.

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