The 2nd Edition of 5K and 10K Road Race held on 27th April 2024, was successfully organized, using a different route.
Compared to the 1st Edition Road Race held on 24th February, more athletes competed in the 5K race.
For both Editions, monetary rewards were presented to the first, second and third in the following categories: Youth under 18-male/female, Junior under 20-male/female, Senior over 20-male/female, Master over -male/female.
Those willing to take part should be registered to our office at stad popiler not later than 19th February. We count on you all to make this event a success
SAF is glad to submit the list of athletes on international training camp this month and to enable them to be part of the next All Africain Games, Accra, Ghana, March 2024. The athletes some are on the high level scheme. They have been assisted to enable them to make the international training camp.
More emphasis is being put in the athlete and also given them the opportunity to perform better and achieved good results
The SAF is grateful to submit its final draft of the safeguarding which the Executives Committee members have been working on it since last year 20023 and end December.
In collaboration with the IAF, the SAF is very satisfied with the work done and this will benefits our athletes and the clubs. We hope that this booklet will bring better service to the athletes as a whole.
Starting next year, the Seychelles Challenge and Outward Bounds Association, under the leadership of CEO Marc Arissol, will take on the responsibility of hosting local recreational and adventurous activities. The National Sports Council will continue to provide ongoing support for these initiatives, as announced during the award ceremony for this year's Mahé Crazy Challenge held at Stad Linite Roche Caïman.
Established in September 2021, the Seychelles Challenge and Outward Bounds Association (Scoba) has been operating under the National Sports Council, specifically the community, leisure, and sports for all unit. This was part of its induction program, guided by unit director Francis Remie, leading up to assuming responsibility for most outdoor activities starting next year.
As part of its mandate, Scoba will also focus on promoting camping and recreational activities, local heritage through nature walks, and coastal exploration through activities like kayaking and boating.
The executive committee of Scoba consists of Andrew Paul (chairperson), Vivienne Vadivello (vice-chairperson), Christianne Commettant (secretary), Samantha William (treasurer), Jude Francourt (logistics), Mary-Joe Joubert (marketing and promotion), and Raymond Florentine (trail manager).
CEO Marc Arissol expressed the National Sports Council's continued financial support for Scoba. He mentioned that a memorandum of understanding with the Seychelles Athletics Federation (SAF) is in the pipeline, and agreements with international outdoor organizations are on the agenda for the coming year, providing more opportunities for collaboration and growth.
The Mahé Crazy Challenge this year saw 29 participants, with Geno Belle emerging as the grand winner in the men's competition, securing his third title. Caroline Sebert set a new record in the women's challenge. Cash prizes, sponsored by the NSC, were awarded to the winners, with additional support from Cable and Wireless in the form of goodie bags.
The Mahé Crazy Challenge, initiated in 2004, has a history of notable winners and records. James Barra set a record in 2012 that still stands, and Caroline Sebert broke the previous women's record set by Pene Vogt in 2017.
The following members were elected on the new SAF Executive members for 2022-2023
Mr. Selby Dora Chairman
Wilfred Adrien Secretary General
Fabien Belle Treasurer
Yannick Magnan Member
Joseph Adem Member
Lynda Jeanne Member
Soutane Robert Member
Monica Samson Member/Women Representative
Michel Jean-Louis Member
Antoinette Athanase Official Representative
Giovani Fanny Coaches Representative
The following Clubs have been registered for 2022
ARSU
FAST TRACK
INNER ISLAND
PAC
PGSS
PORT GLAUD ACADEMY
TOP RACERS
VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRES (VTC)
PORT GLAUD ATHLETICS CLUB
