About NWU Athletics

Athletics

The NWU has the best coaching staff in the country, including Olympic, World U20 and Senior Championships and Commonwealth coaches.

The NWU Athletics programme on the Potchefstroom Campus continues to establish itself as one of the leading high-performance athletics environments in South Africa. NWU Athletics has produced outstanding performances at national and international level, with multiple student-athletes selected to represent South Africa at major championships. 

The university’s world-class facilities, experienced coaching staff, and integrated high-performance support systems continue to attract elite athletes from both South Africa and abroad. 

NWU athletes have excelled across track and field disciplines, while the university remains committed to balancing academic excellence with sporting achievement. Through its continued success, NWU Athletics not only strengthens the university’s reputation but also inspires the next generation of athletes to pursue excellence on and off the field. 

At NWU, inclusivity is more than a value — it is a commitment. The university proudly supports athletes from all backgrounds and abilities, creating opportunities for everyone to excel. Our para-athletes continue to make us proud through their outstanding performances and international achievements, proving that determination, resilience, and excellence know no limits. Their success reflects NWU’s dedication to providing an environment where every athlete has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

We offer the following:

  • Track and Field (with specialized coaching in all events).
  • Cross Country
  • Road Running.

Past achievements:

  • We were third in USSA Track and Field Championships with the top men’s team for 2026.
  • NWU obtained second place in USSA Cross Country champions for 2025.
  • Jo-Ané van Dyk (Javelin): NWU Sportswoman of the year – 2025 
  • Bradley Nkoana (Sprints): NWU Sportsman of the year – 2025 

Take your athletics career to the next level at NWU, where your talent, hard work and commitment is developed into excellence. Join a proud athletics culture where hard work, passion, and opportunity come together to help you accomplish your dreams and empower you to chase greatness and build a successful future.

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