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Volleyball action heated up on Exercise VUKUHLOME IV as Headquarters 43 SA Brigade (Team C) clashed with Division Headquarters at the SA Army Combat Training Centre. The competition, teamwork, strategy, and morale among SANDF personnel during the ongoing Clash of the Battalions.
What Happened?
Soldiers from multiple brigades participated in the volleyball matches as part of the Exercise VUKUHLOME IV sporting program. Event featured an intense showdown between Headquarters 43 SA Brigade (Team C) and Division Headquarters, with both teams demonstrating technical skill and teamwork.
The matches formed part of broader morale-building and physical fitness activities, fostering competitive spirit alongside military readiness. Players navigated high-pressure moments, showcasing quick reflexes and strategic coordination.
Photographers Captain Kagiso Setsiba and Lieutenant Rammotlana Kumalo captured the key moments of the action, both athleticism and camaraderie.
Official Response
SANDF officials emphasized the value of sports in building cohesion and discipline.
“These matches are more than just games. They strengthen teamwork, morale, and the ability to operate effectively under pressure,” said a Division Corporate Communication spokesperson.
The sporting component of Exercise VUKUHLOME IV complements physical training, helping soldiers maintain peak fitness while enhancing strategic thinking and focus.
Community Impact
The volleyball clash demonstrated the SANDF’s commitment to holistic training that includes mental agility, physical fitness, and teamwork. It also fostered healthy competition between brigades, boosting morale and esprit de corps.
Such events provide an opportunity for troops to bond outside the traditional training environment, reinforcing solidarity across units and enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
