"As we all know it is very tough getting a new OCR event off the ground and it takes a lot of key people to make a successful first event. I want to thank Alec Avierinos and team at SA OCR for all the support you have shown us since our first event in April 2016. You and SA OCR clearly want to grow the sport by encouraging strong relationships between race organizers, athletes and all teams. The sport of OCR is growing at a rapid pace and we need a central body to coordinate all international competitions where South African OCR athletes can be proud to wear the SA OCR jersey. As a start-up event in 2016 we have not been in a position to contribute to the Athletes fund to OCR World Championships to the extent that we would like but please rest assured we are there for the team in 2017 as our event grows across South Africa. The Grind - Obstacle Course Racing is behind you all the way!!"

"SA OCR is a great platform to learn about our sport and has definitely contributed to the growth of OCR in South Africa. I still believe there is a lot of space for improvement but so far Alec has made the right moves and built a great team around himself. I support SA OCR because it has provided me as an athlete some much needed motivation to become a better athlete and eventually reach the top level of this sport. Thanks and keep our sport growing!"