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Cricket South Africa (CSA) is thrilled to highlight the organisation’s and the Proteas Women’s nominations at the Momentum gsports Awards 2024, further solidifying the remarkable impact of women’s cricket in South Africa.
The gsports Awards, now in their 19th year, celebrate the achievements of women in sports across the country. This year, CSA and the Proteas Women have received five nominations in several key categories, reflecting the sporting code’s notable achievements over the past year.
CSA has been nominated for Federation of the Year for the second year running, reflecting its commitment to advancing the sport, particularly in the women’s game following the professionalization of women’s domestic cricket through the CSA Professional Domestic Women’s League in September last year. CSA competes in this category with other top sports federations, including Netball South Africa and the South African Football Association.
Proteas Women captain Laura Wolvaardt, a standout star of South African cricket, has earned a well-deserved nomination for the Momentum Athlete of the Year award. Known for her elegance at the crease and consistent performances, Wolvaardt has been a cornerstone of the Proteas Women’s batting. Her nomination places her alongside sporting icons such as Paralympian star and Wimbledon Doubles champion Kgothatso Montjane and Paris Olympics 2024 gold medalist swimmer Tatjana Schoenmaker.
Nadine de Klerk, a dynamic all-rounder for the Proteas Women, has been named in the Emerging Athlete of the Year category. The 24-year-old has been instrumental in key matches for her country, showcasing her skill both with the bat and ball and is quickly becoming a mainstay in the national team.
All-rounder Chloe Tryon has been nominated for the Global Woman in Sport award. Tryon’s influence extends beyond South African borders, as she continues to make significant contributions to international women’s cricket and global leagues in India, Australia, England and the Caribbean.
Karabo Meso, a rising star for South African cricket, has been included in the School Sports Star of the Year category. As a young and promising cricketer, Meso has already made her mark in youth and international cricket for the DP World Lions, SA U19 Women and the senior national team, demonstrating exceptional talent and maturity beyond her years.
CSA Director of Cricket, Enoch Nkwe expressed his pride in the nominations, commenting: “These nominations are a testament to the hard work, sacrifice and passion of everyone involved in women’s cricket in South Africa. The Proteas Women have consistently raised the bar, and we are thrilled to see their achievements recognised on such a prestigious platform.”
“The introduction of the CSA Professional Domestic Women’s League has been a game-changer for women’s cricket in our country. By professionalizing the women’s game locally, we have provided our players with the platform and resources to excel, and CSA’s nomination is a direct reflection of the strides we’ve made. I want to acknowledge every player, coach, and administrator who has contributed to this journey. Their dedication is the foundation of our success,” he added.
This year’s winners will be announced at a gala ceremony in Johannesburg on Thursday, 12 September.
