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24 September 2024 | Story Aimée Barlow | Photo Supplied
Louzanne Coetzee - 2024
Louzanne Coetzee, who made history by clinching South Africa’s second medal at the Paralympics, earning a bronze in the T11 1 500 m women’s final with a personal best time, received a warm reception when she recently returned home.

The celebrated Paralympic bronze medallist Louzanne Coetzee returned home to a warm welcome at the Bram Fischer International Airport on 10 September 2024.

Family, friends, colleagues, Arista students, and media gathered to celebrate her remarkable achievement and show their support.

Coetzee – KovsieSport Coordinator of Parasport at the University of the Free State (UFS) – made history by clinching South Africa’s second medal at the Paralympics, earning a bronze in the T11 1 500 m women’s final with a personal best time. Her dedication and hard work have not only brought her personal glory but have also inspired many in her community.

Among those present to welcome her was Jerry Laka, Director of KovsieSport, who expressed his pride in Coetzee’s accomplishments.

"We as KovsieSport are so proud of our colleague Coetzee. It is amazing to see a product of KovsieSport achieving greatness on the world stage. She is truly an inspiration to us all," said Laka.

“I am so glad to be back, and to have Laka and my colleagues here. It means the world to me. Having Laka here shows his commitment to my career and ParaSport and his staff in general,” shared Coetzee, her gratitude evident.

She further expressed her appreciation for the support she received, stating, “I don’t have the words to describe how thankful I am for the support from the UFS community.”

Coetzee’s return is a proud moment for South Africa and the University of the Free State (UFS) community. Welcome home, Louzanne! Your achievements have made us all proud!

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Alumni Stage Door 2005: Tickets
2005-02-11

Tickets: Available at Culture Office ( Louis Botha) Thakaneng-Bridge Room 55 from 16 Februarie
Tel: 401-2819,
Entrance Fee: R15 p.p.

Final: Callie Human Centre
3 Maart 2005 - 18:30.

Guest Artist: Philip Marais

Alumni Stage Door
Alumni Stage Door previously known as Stage Door is definitely one of the highlights to look out for on the Arts & Culture calendar for 2005. Each hostel gets the opportunity to select a first year group of 20-30 members to participate in a very enjoyable and competitive competition. The groups must then produce a production which consists of 70% drama and acting and 30% singing.

Rotations: Ladies 28 February 2005
Men 1 March 2005
Final: 3 March 2005

The theme for Alumni Stage Door 2005 is : "Once upon a time"

For further details please contact:
A.C. Geldenhuys
SRC: Arts and Culture

Office:(051) 401 9122
Cell: 084 585 3338
 

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