Learners and staff of Glenwood High School took to the Musgrave Centre Padel Courts recently in a friendly match. The occasion was part of the recent official launch of the school’s padel programme.
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Glenwood High School marked another milestone occasion in its history over the weekend with the official launch of its padel programme at the Musgrave Centre Padel Courts in Durban.
The event celebrated an important journey that began in February with regular training and development sessions in the fast-growing racquet sport, which instantly became a dynamic addition to the school's sports offerings.
The venture between Glenwood and Musgrave Centre makes it the first tier-one public school in the region to officially introduce padel as a sporting code offering.
This partnership provides learners with access to professional-grade courts in close proximity to the school, where they engage in one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.
Since Glenwood introduced its padel programme, pupils have been drawn to the sport's unique blend of strategy, teamwork, and physical fitness.
On its impact, Morné Scott, Acting Headmaster of Glenwood, said: “Since launching the programme in February, we have been incredibly encouraged by the enthusiasm and commitment shown by our boys.
Padel has already added a fresh and engaging dimension to our sporting culture, offering opportunities for participation, skill development, and healthy competition.”
Learners from Glenwood High School took to the Musgrave Centre Padel Courts recently in a friendly match. The occasion was part of the recent official launch of the school’s padel programme.
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Scott said the programme was indicative of the school’s commitment to the boys’ holistic development.
“We believe in developing young men not only academically, but physically, socially, and emotionally.”
Mark MacKaiser, Asset Manager of SA Corporate Real Estate, the owners of Musgrave Centre, said he was amazed by the programme’s rapid development.
“It has been inspiring to see how quickly the programme has taken shape. Watching the boys engage, learn, and grow through this initiative reinforces the importance of investing in youth development at a community level.”
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