Mrs. Avhasei Dorothy Meregi, Department of Biokinetics, Recreation and Sport Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Venda, South Africa
Mrs. Avhasei Dorothy Meregi is a dedicated sports scientist from Tshiulungoma village, Limpopo, South Africa ๐ฟ๐ฆ. She holds a BSc in Sport Science ๐ from the University of Venda, an MPhil in Sport Science ๐โโ๏ธ from the University of Johannesburg, and is pursuing her PhD in Human Movement Sciences at the University of Zululand ๐. With extensive experience in sports performance assessment, adolescent health, and athlete development, she has contributed to both research and academia ๐ฉโ๐ซ. A fluent speaker of Sepedi, Tshivenda, and English ๐ฃ๏ธ, she is passionate about inclusive sports education and has made significant impacts through her teaching and community engagement ๐ช๐.
Profile
Education ๐
Mrs. Avhasei Dorothy Meregi began her academic journey at Liivha Combined School, where she completed Grade 12 in 2006 ๐. She earned a BSc in Sport Science (Honours equivalent) from the University of Venda in 2011 ๐โโ๏ธ, followed by an Advanced Diploma in Sport Management from the same university in 2019 ๐. That same year, she obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (Teaching and Learning) from the University of Stellenbosch ๐๐. Her passion for sports science led her to complete an MPhil in Sport Science at the University of Johannesburg in 2019 ๐ง ๐
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Experience ๐จโ๐ซ
Mrs. Avhasei Dorothy Meregi has built a dynamic professional path rooted in sports science and athlete development. Her journey includes an impactful internship at the National Research Foundation ๐ and hands-on experience at the Limpopo Academy of Sports ๐๏ธ. She has developed specialized training and nutrition programs ๐๐ช, conducted detailed performance assessments ๐, and contributed to athlete monitoring and development at the provincial level. Her practical experience with diverse sports codes and commitment to evidence-based strategies underscore her dedication to enhancing athletic performance and promoting physical health in communities ๐คโฝ.
Research Interests ๐ฌ
Mrs. Avhasei Dorothy Meregiโs research focus lies in adaptive physical activity, adolescent health, and inclusive sports participation. Her work, including the study titled โWe Just Improviseโ, explores the barriers and innovative approaches used by teachers to engage learners with intellectual disabilities in rural South African communities ๐. She emphasizes equitable access to sports ๐ and the importance of tailored physical education programs ๐ซ. Her research contributes significantly to disability-inclusive education, sport science, and community-based interventions ๐ฉโ๐ฌ๐คธโโ๏ธ. Through qualitative insights and practical strategies, she advances health promotion and social inclusion for vulnerable youth populations.
Publicationsย
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We Just Improviseโ: Exploring Teachersโ Perspectives on Sport Participation for Learners with Intellectual Disabilities in Rural South Africa