40 Years of Delivering Excellence

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Latest Writing

A selection of Gary Lemke’s latest work, columns and award-winning archive work. Click here to see his contributions

Richard Fourie Book

This wonderful 124-page souvenir issue is now available through us or Takealot. It makes a wonderful gift and collectors item

Website & IT Services

We designed and managed content for the official 2023 Netball World Cup website. The NWC won event of the year at the annual prestigious Hollard Sports Industry awards. Speak to us about building your website

Photography

We’re partnered with SA’s Sports Photographer of the Year. Click here for his archives and contact us for your specific requirements

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Mark Lemke’s Blog

Mark Lemke has always enjoyed sport and has grown up as a Chelsea football fan after being born in London. He’s Gen Z and later matriculating at Rondebosch Boys High he graduated from Stellenbosch University with a BA Humanities degree, and enjoys playing football. His passion is sportswriting and he is currently doing an internship with his father, Gary.

LATEST WRITING

Catch up with a selection of Gary’s latest published articles in the last three months. For easy access we’ve provided the links to click on

Gary Lemke Wins The LKP Writers’ Award

Picture: Winning connections celebrate victory in this year’s L’Ormarins King’s Plate. (Picture: Wayne Marks). Gary Lemke has won the LKP Writers’ Award for the second time. WHEN PLANETS ALIGN This is what unbridled joy looks, feels, and sounds like. And on days like...
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It’s Ready, Steady, Go for Rix in 2024/25

Michelle Rix cuts a confident figure as she stares into the camera, speaking to Brandon Bailey who is interviewing her about her upcoming runners for Cape Racing’s Perfectly Placed segment. She’s at home in her surroundings, her 30 horses back in their boxes after...
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Jordaan’s journey an example of faith and support

The Paralympic logo is painted on her left ring fingernail, and on her left wrist is a black band with an inscription in capital letters: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”. On her right ring fingernail the South African flag is painted. She...
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‘I’m the luckiest Paralympian in the world’ – Weir

The makeshift workshop and interview room is actually a space at the end of a corridor in the Paralympic village. Rohan Kennedy is assembling Kirsty Weir’s competition bike and this is a good time to have a chat with the para-triathlete. I ask her to wait a minute so...
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Columns

See Gary’s views on the latest sporting subjects

Mark Lemke’s Blog

Gary’s son Mark shares his views on the latest sporting subjects

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Here are some of the stories that Gary has written that have been acclaimed. For esay access we’ve provided the links to click on

Cogill fights back against life’s curveballs

Cogill fights back against life’s curveballs

Home for Theo Cogill is the Cape Town suburb of Bonteheuwel. “When I wake up and go outside people are doing drugs, even two doors away. I go to the shops and can see someone lying on the ground, dead. It’s just the norm in the area. There’s no escaping the realities.”

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Simbine doesn’t have to prove himself to anyone

Simbine doesn’t have to prove himself to anyone

Despite the longevity and his history, Akani Simbine feels as though each time he comes to a competition he has to prove himself all over again. “Athletics is hard, it’s a very tough sport. Very lonely. When you stand on the start line you’re alone, everyone wants to take you down.

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WHO IS GARY LEMKE

An accomplished writer and editor of over 40 years, he has edited magazines and directed sports and racing in newspapers in SA and Internationally. He’s been SAB Sports Journalist of the Year three times, along with numerous other awards
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ON TOUR

Follow Gary On Tour with Team SA as he covers all the action and shares the journey as it happens.

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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT!

Gary has travelled the world for over four decades. Click through to see what events he has covered and some exclusive interviews he has conducted
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY "Gary and his team were thoroughly professional in creating the official Netball World Cup 2023 website and were a pleasure to work with. They contributed in no small part to the success of the tournament"

Patience Shikwambana, chair of the NWC2023 Board
Update: The Netball World Cup won Event of the Year at the prestigious 2023Hollard Insurance Sport Industry awards

“Gary is an integral part of our media service at SASCOC and Team SA. He’s experienced, has integrity and is trustworthy. He has consistently produced excellence and always goes the extra mile.”

Nozipho Jafta, CEO, the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee

“Gary’s attention to detail, innovation, passion and excellence has made him a pleasure to work with over the years. He has helped create a bespoke digital service to our winning owners.”

Mark Bass, Marketing & Racing Manager, Bass Racing

“Always willing to assist, Gary’s writing and commitment is much valued.”

Wehann Smith, CEO Kuda Insurance

Awards & CV’s

We’re all about integrity and delivering excellence. Know that you’re dealing with the best. Click here to see Gary’s accomplishments for authenticity

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