Magriet Coetzee is an angler who has been passionate about the sport since childhood. She accompanied her father on fishing trips to Bloemhof Dam, fostering a love for the outdoors and the challenge of strategic fishing. Magriet finds peace and relaxation on the water, but also enjoys the intellectual puzzle that fishing presents.
Her dedication to fishing is evident in her impressive achievements. She has earned Protea colours as Manager of Teams and as a member of the Ladies Protea Team. Magriet served as chairperson of SAALAA for eight years and represented South Africa at the World Champions for Carnivores from Boat in 2019. Her honorary provincial colours are another testament to her skill and experience in the sport.
- What is your full name and surname?
Magriet Johanna Coetzee - Date of Birth
17 November 1963 - Current career
Audit Manager - Since when have you been fishing?
Ever since I can remember. I would always fish alongside my dad at Bloemhof Dam. - Why did you start fishing?
I love the challenge that fishing brings. It is not similar to a physical sport and requires a lot of strategic thinking which makes the challenge fun. - What do you enjoy most about fishing?
I love that a person can be out in nature. It is peaceful and relaxing to be on the water. - Why do you do lure fishing?
It is a nice clean and challenging sport. - What is your biggest/best catch ever?
My best catches are a bass weighing in at 3,64kg and a catfish weighing 13,45kg.. - What are your favourite fish and your favourite dam to fish at?
I love catching catfish, bass, mackerel and kurpers. - What was the most enjoyable tournament you ever fished and why?
The SA’s at the Vaal River in 2022 and our Region 5 on the Zambezi River against Namibia. - Do you spend a lot of time fishing?
I try and get out as much as I can. - How expensive is the sport you practice?
Very expensive due to the equipment needed. - What support do you get from your family?
A lot. - Would you recommend the sport to others and why?
Yes, if you enjoy fishing and like a challenge. - What are your favorite lures?
I like the Salmo and Sada lures. - How does it feel to have Protea colours?
It feels amazing. I received my Protea colours for Manager of Teams and as part of the Ladies Protea Team. - What achievements have you achieved in fishing?
Over the past 8 years I was chairperson of SAALAA.
I presented South Africa during the World Champions for Carnivores from Boat in 2019.
I received honorary provincial colours as part of the provincial A-team.
