TOP COPS

OVER 200 Cape Flats cops descended on Strand beach last week as they went head to head in a Beach Battle aimed at improving fitness and camaraderie among officers. 

The event hosted by the Nyanga Sub District saw cops from Manenberg, Ravensmead, Elsies River, Delft and several other stations compete in various fitness tasks as they aimed for the top spot. 

Police spokesperson Captain Ian Bennet says the dynamic and competitive program created by Titan Outdoor Adventure events group was offered to SAPS members, including administration and support staff. 

Bennett explains: "It was a refreshing opportunity to destress and reenergize in their ongoing fight against crime.

"The Beach Battle served as proof of the resilience and camaraderie among the officers of the Law, dedicated in upholding the law and always striving to protect and serve.

"The project was the brain child of Brain child of Captain Naidoo and her team of organizers, Ronel Gouws  and Amina Visser,

"The successful event brought together participants from the nine policing precincts within the Nyanga Sub District and was hosted at the Strand Surf Lifesaving Club." 

The challenges kicked off with a 100-metre warm-up run, followed by a leopard crawl under a net on the beach sand and culminated in a run to the surf with buckets to fill a designated container. 

Bennet adds: "Each task tested the endurance, strength, and perseverance of the participants, adding both excitement and difficulty to the day.

"What appeared to be lighthearted fun soon revealed itself as an intense, yet enjoyable, challenge. The atmosphere was filled with support and enthusiasm as participants cheered each other on, fostering a strong sense of unity and encouragement among the teams." 

Constable Shane Hendricks from Delft SAPS emerged as the ultimate Beach Battle champion, while Ravensmead SAPS claimed the title of the overall top-performing station with the highest points scored.

Bennett says: "The Beach Battle exemplified the importance of teamwork, resilience, and camaraderie within the SAPS Law Enforcement community, offering a day of fun and renewal to those who unselfishly and tirelessly serve South Africa."