Meet the Eastern Province Athletics Board

Leading Athletics Forward – One Province. One Team. One Future.

Eastern Province Athletics (EPA) is proudly led by a dedicated and passionate Board committed to the growth, development and success of athletics across our province.

The EPA Board represents athletes, coaches, clubs, technical officials, schools, universities, masters and development structures, ensuring that all areas of our sport are supported and represented.

Together, the Board works towards creating opportunities, strengthening our athletics community and building a sustainable future for athletes of all ages and abilities.

EPA Board Members

🌟 President

Mr Selby Thabethe

🌟 Vice President

Ms Nosita Nqwata

🌟 Financial Officer

Ms Irene van Eeden

🏃 Road Running Chairperson

Ms Genevieve Laycock

🏃 Track & Field Chairperson

Ms Janine Whittal

🌿 Cross Country Chairperson

Ms Petro Kriedemann

🌱 Development Chairperson

Mr Gordon Draai

🏟️ Coaches Committee Representative

Mr Werner de Lange

🏃 Athlete Representative

Mr Luvuyo Stephen

🏅 Masters Representative

Mr Johann van Greunen

🏁 Technical Officials Chairperson

Ms Esteleen Hawkins

🏫 NMB Metro Schools Representative

Mr Owen Jonas

🎓 USSA Representative

Mr Bernard Petersen

🏫 Sarah Baartman Schools Representative

Mr Freddie Jacobs

♿ Disabled Athletics Representative

Mr Charlie Barman

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The Eastern Province Athletics Board remains committed to serving our athletes, clubs and athletics community with integrity, passion and a shared vision for the future.

Together we continue to grow the sport, inspire the next generation and create a stronger athletics pathway for everyone.

Senior Administrator                 Ms Melanie Buitendagh   epamanager@epathletics.co.za

Administrators                          Mr Andre Pienaar               epa@epathletics.co.za

                                                Ms Aaneesah Dolley           epaadmin@epathletics.co.za