Walvis Bay 36

On March 23, 2023, a devastating accident occurred when Dominique, a 10-year-old boy, was hit by a vehicle while crossing the R619 in Arboretum, Richards Bay. The impact caused bleeding and swelling on his brain, which required immediate medical attention. Fortunately, Dominique has since been discharged from the Ngwelezana Hospital and is now back at home with his family where he is recovering.

The community's response to Dominique's accident has been inspiring. People from all walks of life have come together to offer support in various ways. Donations were made to help cover his expenses, and the community raised over R30,000, which is a remarkable show of generosity.

Ehlers Attorneys have offered to assist Dominique's family with the Road Accident Fund claim and the ambulance bill, which will undoubtedly be a significant financial relief for them. Talisman Hire Richards Bay has also stepped in to provide a generator after the family's home was left without power for days due to a severe storm we had

This happened to be our 2nd attempt at the event, with our first in 2020 within some movement restriction.

Our concept project has breathed in a little bit of new life to the standard Golf Day, but the biggest difference is that apart from the professional rugby players, most of us are in a similar position when it comes to kicking distance of a rugby ball.

RugbyGolf is therefore a no pressure, all out fellowship and fun event, based over 9 holes as 18 might lead to a near death experience.

Rules are simple,

- One has to place off of the Tee Box

- Landing in the rough or bunker allows for only a drop kick to be used

- Being on the fairway gives you the opportunity to choose any format of kicking preference

- Should you manage to land on the green you are able to pass the ball into the box on the green.

We also have a longest accurate place kick on the 9th hole as you head back to the clubhouse. (Alexandria Golf Course)

Something that adds to the spirit of the event is that, accompanying the kickers, caddies were replaced by wheelbarrows full of beverages that supported the moral of the often overly excited participants.

Our turnover both in players and in bar takings seem to outperform the current average Golf Day by a decent amount.

Our event was in aid of a Local Community Rugby Club, called Klipfontein United, which is a nonprofessional club in a community where opportunities and role models are few and far in between.

– Often hard to find.

We have seen the pride that the game of rugby brings to the community and for that reason we are excited to help where we can. Funds Raised to be allocated to the yearly big travel expense to participate throughout the province.

We believe we have created something new and fresh