Bestmed Madibaz field competitors Ischke Senekal (discus and shot put) and Kelly Kingwill (long and triple jump) will join long-distance runner Mariano Eesou in the national squad for the event in Chinese Taipei, which starts on August 19.

They form part of a USSA delegation of 180 sportsmen and women who will be competing in 10 sporting codes at the 29^th edition of the competition.

Madibaz Sport athletics manager Nellis Bothma said it was the first time they had three athletes in the national squad.

“We are very proud of our athletes and this is a great opportunity for them to show what they can do at an international level,” he said.

“Our ladies, in particular, have been excellent this year, with the team coming second in the university championships.”

Bothma added that the athletes had been rewarded for their hard work with the USSA selection.

“I also want to thank the coaches for the work they have done to ensure our athletes can compete with the best. They are helping to keep the Madibaz flag flying high.”