NWU Centre for Health and Human Performance

29/09/2026

The NWU Centre for Health & Human Performance (CHHP), and the School of Human Movement Sciences is proud to be associated with the NWU - North-West University BertsBricks Night Race!

We are excited to once again support this fantastic community event and are looking forward to the second race taking place on 7 October.

As part of our involvement, the CHHP: Sport Science and Biokinetics Facility will be managing the collection of pre-entries on 5 October, ensuring a smooth and convenient registration experience for participants. We are also proud to host one of the water points along the race route, helping runners stay hydrated and perform at their best.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, enjoying the unique atmosphere of a night race, or simply joining in the fun, we look forward to seeing you there.
Let’s light up the streets and make this another memorable event!



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28/09/2026

The NWU Centre for Health & Human Performance (CHHP), and the School of Human Movement Sciences is proud to be associated with the NWU - North-West University BertsBricks Night Race!

We are excited to once again support this fantastic community event and are looking forward to the second race taking place on 7 October.

As part of our involvement, the CHHP: Sport Science and Biokinetics Facility will be managing the collection of pre-entries on 5 October, ensuring a smooth and convenient registration experience for participants. We are also proud to host one of the water points along the race route, helping runners stay hydrated and perform at their best.

Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying the unique atmosphere of a night race, or simply joining in the fun, we look forward to seeing you there.
Let's light up the streets and make this another memorable event!

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28/09/2026

It's often tempting to train harder, but performance isn't built during training alone. It's built in how well your body recovers between sessions.

Recovery, training load and physical readiness all influence how you perform on match day. Knowing when to push and when to recover is just as important as the work you put in.

At CHHP Sport Science, we help athletes and coaches better understand performance through specialised evaluations, movement analysis and sport science consultations.

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18/09/2026

Connecting the World Through Sport Science!

One of the highlights of the Spring Sports Science Summit was the opportunity for delegates from across South Africa and around the world to connect, network and exchange ideas beyond the formal presentations.

From engaging conversations during the coffee breaks ☕, to lunches enjoyed together in the gazebo in front of the conference venue, these informal moments created valuable opportunities to build new relationships and strengthen existing ones.

The wonderful cocktail reception at the NWU Sports Village provided another memorable evening of networking, camaraderie and celebration. 🥂

The Summit concluded in truly special fashion with a final dinner at the North-West University’s Fish Eagle Riverside Retreat, bringing delegates together in a relaxed and beautiful setting to reflect on an inspiring few days of knowledge sharing, collaboration and friendship.

Sport science is about performance — but it is also about people, partnerships and the sharing of knowledge across borders. The Spring Sports Science Summit demonstrated this beautifully.

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17/09/2026

A thought-provoking panel discussion on “Innovations and Challenges in Concussion Management” at the NWU Spring Sport Science Summit brought together leading experts from sports medicine, neurology, rehabilitation, performance science, and sports technology to explore the future of athlete brain health.

Led by Dr Bertus Le Roux, the discussion highlighted advances in concussion diagnosis, rehabilitation, return-to-play decision-making, emerging technologies, and athlete welfare. 

The expert panel featured Dr Emile Kotzé, Eben Verster, Jené Gallon, Prof Greg Lamb, Mark Ganly (CEO of N-Pro), and Megyn Robertson, whose diverse perspectives reinforced the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to concussion management and long-term brain health in sport. 

Together, the panel challenged current thinking, explored innovative solutions, and emphasized the collective responsibility of clinicians, coaches, scientists, administrators, athletes, and families in making sport safer for all. 


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17/09/2026

The 2nd Spring Sport Science Summit 2026 delivered another outstanding day of learning, collaboration, and innovation! 🎉

On Thursday, delegates were inspired by keynote presentations from Dr Adele Broodryk, who shared valuable insights from the worlds of research, teaching, and applied sport science, and Prof Hans de Ridder, who presented fascinating research on rugby body shapes and concussion risk. Delegates also engaged in cutting-edge oral presentations, a thought-provoking school sport and coaching colloquium featuring leaders such as Jonathan Mokuena, Michael van der Merwe, Prof Jacques Faul, Awie van Zyl, and Prof Pieter Kruger, while Prof Habib Noorbhai explored the future of athletic intelligence through AI and technology. The day concluded with engaging expert panels and a memorable gala evening. 

The feedback from delegates, speakers, and partners has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the quality of the programme, networking opportunities, and the exceptional calibre of speakers. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making SSSS 2026 such a remarkable success! 🙌

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17/09/2026

The opening morning of the NWU Spring Sport Science Summit 2026 delivered exceptional insights from three outstanding thought leaders. Prof Pieter Kruger challenged delegates to think differently about sustainable excellence through his keynote,“Success by Design”, highlighting the intentional design of high-performance systems. Jimmy Wright inspired the audience with“Chasing High Performance: Nurture, Not Nature”, emphasising the power of culture, leadership, and athlete development. Prof Maya Van Gent broadened perspectives with“Beyond Sport Performance: The Expanding Role of Sport Science in Population Health”, demonstrating how sport science can contribute to healthier communities and improved public health outcomes. Together, these presentations set an inspiring tone for an exciting and impactful Summit ahead.

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17/09/2026

The NWU Spring Sport Science Summit 2026 officially kicked off in spectacular fashion on Wednesday 16 September. Prof Hans de Ridder, Chair of the Summit, welcomed the 170 delegates from across the sport, health, and academic sectors from across the world.

The opening ceremony was inspired by special guest Liezel Gouws, South African Paralympian and world record holder, while the prestigious Pro Meritis Award was presented to Mervyn Taylor in recognition of his outstanding contribution to South African sport.

The energy, enthusiasm, and spirit of collaboration in the venue set the tone for an exciting few days of innovation, learning, and networking in sport science.

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15/09/2026

The NWU - North-West University Spring Sport Science Summit got off to an exciting start with two hands-on pre-conference workshops!

✅ Pierre Spies shared valuable insights into Wattbike-based assessment, rehabilitation, load management, and performance training.

✅ Dr Steven Smilkstein demonstrated the science and practical applications of Dynamic Tape for injury management, performance enhancement, and movement optimisation.

A fantastic day of learning, networking, and practical skill development ahead of the main conference programme!

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14/09/2026

We are very proud of the work our -team is doing with the Bidvest -programme; helping to find the Team South Africa-stars of the future!

Jana Theron Yolandi Willemse Kyra Duvenage Bert William Moolman