I have been inspired by the faith of some of our Tuks swimmers and in particular their willingness to honour God through their efforts in the Pool and when they are in their personal lives. It has brought a tear to my eye to see them profess their faith either when they were competing to be qualify for the Olympic games (in April, in Durban SA) or back at home base at the pool.
A few in particular have really stood out for me. Suzaan Van Biljon and Lize-Marie Retief whom were vocal about their faith and strength from God both at these championships and at the World Short Course, where Lize achieved a very respectable 5th place and Suzaan a Gold in the 200m Breaststroke & Bronze on the 100m Breaststroke. There they were not afraid to tell the world why they are swimming well and who is providing their strength.
Byron Ferguson also stands out for me and in particular the efforts he is making with the younger swimmers. Unfortuantely Byron narrowly missed qualification for Beijing but the improvements he made at the Trails is phenomenal. The initiating of prayer time at nationals and the launching of 'Tuks Men For Jesus' along with swimming friend Fouche' Venter has been awesome.
Well done Guys, i truly believe that your hearts are in the right place.
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