ZA-LA28
Empowering South African Para Throwers for the 2028 Paralympics
Every throw tells a story — of resilience, determination, and the pursuit of excellence. Our mission is clear: prepare and support South Africa’s top Para Throwers to compete — and win — at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.
A dedicated drive to reverse the decline in South African Paralympians by preparing medal contenders for the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
South Africa has a proud Paralympic legacy. Yet in recent years, the number of athletes competing internationally has declined — not because of talent, but because of limited resources, opportunities, and access to proper classification.
The ZA-LA28 project exists to change that. By investing in our athletes now, we are ensuring that South Africa continues to shine on the world stage, inspiring future generations of para-athletes and proving that ability has no limits.
Vision & goals
To change the current decline in Paralympians and Paralympic medals
- To have 6 or more Para Throwers at the LA28 Games from our training group
- To create the opportunities necessary for developing Paralympians
- To continuously develop identified athletes towards participating in LA28
- To develop medal contenders for LA28.
Meet the athletes
Simone Kruger
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Simone Kruger is a 20 year old female who started her paralymic carreer in 2013 with Shotput then moved onto discus in 2015. She resides in the Western Cape and is a part of the Maties Para Athletics Club. Her Coach is Andries Kruger.
Kerwin Noemdo
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Kerwin Noemdo is a 30 year old male who started his paralympic carreer in 2008 with Shotput. He resides in the Western Cape and is a part of the Maties Para Athletics Club. His Coach is Daniel Damon.
Juane le Roux
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Juane le Roux is an 18 year old female who started her paralymic carreer in 2021 with Shotput, Javelin and Discus. She resides in the Mpumulanga and is a part of the LowMed Running Club. Her Coach is DP Badenhorst.
Manie Blom
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Manie Blom is a 39 year old male who started his paralymic carreer in 2012 with Shotput and discus. He resides in Gauteng and is a part of theIsibility Sport Club. His Coach is Burger Lambrecht.
Mandeline Hoffmann
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Mandeline Hoffmann is a 21 year old female who started her paralymic carreer in …… with Shotput and discus. She resides in the Western Cape and is a part of the Maties Para Athletics Club. Her Coach is Daniel Damon
Dowayne Vallentine
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Dowayne Vallentine is a 32 year old male who started his paralymic carreer in 2008 with Shotput. He resides in the Western Cape and is a part of the Maties Para Athletics Club. His Coach is Daniel Damon.
Support the Next Generation of Paralympians
This is more than a campaign — it’s the beginning of a movement to rebuild South Africa’s Paralympic future.