Brackenfell Clinch Convincing Victory Over Marais Viljoen
Brackenfell secured a dominant 38-12 victory over Marais Viljoen in a match that showcased their attacking prowess. The team ran in five tries, with standout performances from Ethan Carr and Siraaj Cook, both crossing the line to score. Junior Louw’s accurate kicking added five conversions and a penalty, keeping the scoreboard ticking.
Marais Viljoen managed two tries of their own through Kabelo Tlhoaele and Jonathan Morkel, with Raynhardt Kruger adding a conversion. However, they struggled to break Brackenfell’s solid defense and capitalize on their limited opportunities.
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Honours Even as Nico Malan and Rustenburg Play Out Draw
In a tightly contested match, Nico Malan and Hoërskool Rustenburg played out a 15-15 draw. Nico Malan took the lead in the first half, with tries from Pietman Kleynhans and Tequane Koopman. Liam Bekker added the extras with a conversion and a penalty.
Rustenburg fought back in the second half, leveling the score with tries from Lorenzo Snyer and Waide Davey, the latter adding a conversion and penalty to seal the draw. Both teams displayed resilience, but neither managed to gain the upper hand in a balanced encounter.
Starting Lineups:
Team Sheets not available.
Voortrekker Power Past Duineveld in Dominant Display
Voortrekker showcased their attacking flair as they defeated Duineveld 53-19. Leading 24-14 at halftime, Voortrekker maintained control throughout. Wessel Hattingh’s two tries set the tone, while AJ Myburgh and Jayden de Jesus added to the tally. Nolen du Plooy’s accurate kicking was a standout, converting six tries.
Duineveld fought back through Francois Nel, who scored twice, and Erik van Brederode, but they could not match Voortrekker’s intensity. The difference in power and pace was evident as Voortrekker closed out the match with a comfortable margin.
Voortrekker:
1) AJ Myburgh, 2) Wessel Hattingh, 3) Lephondo Moropa, 4) Theo van Wyk, 5) Berto van Niekerk, 6) Wian Muller, 7) Jayden de Jesus, 8) Attila Ozturk, 9) Edre Wille, 10) Adriaan Bonthuys, 11) Renier van Niekerk, 12) Nolen du Plooy, 13) Karabo Ralethohlane, 14) Sizwe Qwabe, 15) Siya Mdubo
Duineveld:
1) Dohan Dege, 2) Philip van As, 3) Renier Els, 4) Hannes Stadler, 5) Tiaan Le Roux, 6) Jayden Coad, 7) Dries Ellis, 8) Francois Nel, 9) Jordan Wiese, 10) Rivaldo Ruiter, 11) PW Hamman, 12) Henry Page, 13) PJ Smit, 14) Erik van Brederode, 15) Jacquin Jasson
Diamantveld Dominate Framesby with Offensive Brilliance
In a commanding display of offensive rugby, Diamantveld secured a dominant 59-29 victory over Framesby. Vice-captain and lock Zuan Rautenbach led the charge, scoring two tries and powering his team forward with his storming runs. Tighthead prop Dian Ellis matched Rautenbach’s efforts, also scoring twice. Flyhalf Ezlin Swartz kept the scoreboard ticking with six successful conversions, guiding Diamantveld to a comfortable win. Despite Framesby’s efforts, particularly from flyhalf Jaiden Brewis, who scored two tries, Diamantveld’s attack proved too overwhelming.
Diamantveld:
1) Bernard Daniels, 2) Jaydrian Jacobs, 3) Dian Ellis, 4) MG van Greuning, 5) Zuan Rautenbach, 6) Waylon Schwemmer, 7) Jayden de Klerk, 8) Enrique Boshoff, 9) Ruben van der Linde, 10) Ezlin Swartz, 11) Driaan Jacobs, 12) Jonathan Harding, 13) Jaco Beukes, 14) Vinchenzo Davids, 15) Clinton Brits
Framesby:
1) Nathan Birkholtz, 2) Luke Didloft, 3) Owen Wessels, 4) Rynhardt Brown, 5) JJ de Lange, 6) Rico van Leeuwen, 7) Chales Blignault, 8) Eden Calitz, 9) Mondre van Heerden, 10) Jaiden Brewis, 11) Jaco George, 12) Calestin Felkers, 13) Cole Hilpert, 14) Dewaldry Fortuin, 15) Damian Witbooi
Rondebosch Dominates Nelspruit with a 47-12 Victory
Rondebosch finished their campaign at the 2025 NMI Toyota North/South Tournament on a high note, claiming a dominant 47-12 win over Nelspruit. The Rondebosch attack was relentless, running in seven tries to seal the victory. Inside centre Matthew Galpin was at the heart of the action, scoring a well-deserved double, while outside centre Randall-John Davids put in a powerful performance with several strong, physical runs through the Nelspruit defense.
Captain Joshua Neill continued to impress with his sharp rugby IQ, dangerous running, and leadership on the field, making him a key figure in Rondebosch’s triumph. On the other side, Nelspruit’s Tinyiko Silubane showed his class with an impressive try, showcasing his talent in a solid individual effort. Despite Nelspruit’s best efforts, Rondebosch’s clinical finishing and powerful play were too much for the boys from Nelspruit to handle.
Rondebosch:
1) Damian Spence, 2) Kwaza Gobingca, 3) Lisekhonikamva Coka, 4) Danil-Nicolas Oosthuizen, 5) Bertus Versfeld, 6) Andrea Parrello, 7) Joshua Neill, 8) Alutha Wesi, 9) James Kirsten, 10) Harry Soboil, 11) Caleb Bell, 12) Matthew Galpin, 13) Randall John Davids, 14) David Kadima, 15) Eathon Williams
Nelspruit:
1) Christiaan Viljoen, 2) D’Angelo Roberts, 3) Gert Cloete, 4) Ethan Esterhuysen, 5) Werno Heyns, 6) Prosper Chiloane, 7) Vian Louw, 8) Vaughn van Zyl, 9) Liam Pringle, 10) John Duncan, 11) Tinyiko Silubane, 12) Rian Botha, 13) Ruben Greeff, 14) Jordan Pretorius, 15) Jean Erasmus
Garsfontein Prevails in Thrilling 25-18 Victory Over Stellenberg
Stellenberg fought hard against a well-drilled Garsfontein side but ultimately fell short in a close contest, losing 25-18. Garsfontein’s early pressure, with tries from JP Pieterse, JJ Fourie, and Levi Jordaan, was key to their lead. Despite strong efforts from Stellenberg, including tries from Ethan van Biljon and Daniel Steffen, they couldn’t close the gap. Garsfontein’s clinical finishing and solid defense helped them maintain their advantage.
Stellenberg:
1) Christian Jansen van Rensburg, 2) Liam Joubert, 3) Janu van Deventer, 4) Juvan Burden, 5) Carlo Brink, 6) Yanos Molnar, 7) Ryan Jones, 8) Robert Hewitt, 9) Daniel Steffen, 10) Ethan van Biljon, 11) Ralton Rhode, 12) Armand Potgieter, 13) Luka Tonitz, 14) Keagan Moses, 15) Eben Rademan
Garsfontein:
1) Henre Prinsloo, 2) Justin Blom, 3) Luan van Berg, 4) JJ Fourie, 5) Wihan Bezuidenhout, 6) JP Pieterse, 7) Stefan van der Vyver, 8) Lourenz de Jager, 9) Derrick Kuhn, 10) Joshua Gouws, 11) Yuvrah George, 12) Keagan Knighton, 13) Xian Erasmus, 14) Junaide Stuart, 15) Junaide Pasensie
Oakdale Triumphs 40-21 Over Helpmekaar in Dominant Performance
Oakdale secured a commanding 40-21 victory over Helpmekaar, showing their strength in both attack and defense. Oakdale’s impressive forward pack, led by tries from Rico Ferreira, Anrich Scheffer, and Jannes Snyman, laid a solid foundation for the win. Helpmekaar fought valiantly, with Gustav Grotius scoring twice, but Oakdale’s superior physicality and clinical finishing made the difference in this well-rounded performance.
Oakdale:
1) Kai Pratt, 2) Adrian Smith, 3) Francois Le Roux, 4) Diaan Augustyn, 5) Rico Ferreira, 6) Jannes Snyman, 7) Liam Lightly, 8) Jakobus de Villiers, 9) Tyrese Plaatjies, 10) CT Vosloo, 11) Myburgh Eksteen, 12) Christiaan Vorster, 13) Anrich Scheffer, 14) Andre van der Merwe, 15) Reinhart Viljoen
Helpmekaar:
1) Liam Devenier, 2) Gustav Cornelius Grotius, 3) Dylan Engelbrecht, 4) Eugene William de Lange, 5) Zian Smith, 6) Keanan Combrinck, 7) Zaiden Krige, 8) Llewelyn Vermaak, 9) Shaye Lourens, 10) Wian Storm, 11) John-Higgs Venter, 12) Ethan Lourens, 13) Ty Ax, 14) Andreas Bronkhorst, 15) Francois Tonkin
GREY COLLEGE SECURE REVENGE WIN OVER JEPPE
Grey College bounced back from their 2024 defeat to Jeppe with an emphatic 64-31 victory. The Bloemfontein side displayed their attacking prowess, with captain Xander Smit leading the way, scoring a hat-trick. Fullback Lamla Mgedezi was a constant threat, terrorizing Jeppe’s defense with his elusive running. Despite Jeppe’s resilience, including a brace from Lindelani Nkambule, Grey’s clinical finishing and powerful display ensured they secured the win in style.
Grey College:
1) David Hayidakis, 2) Tian Fourie, 3) JG Badenhorst, 4) Alexi Tyropolis, 5) Claude Steyn, 6) Steven Muller, 7) Xander Smit, 8) AJ Booysen, 9) Sherwin Buys, 10) Jan-Hendrik van der Linden, 11) Siyabonga Kenny, 12) Torio Schambreel, 13) Ethan Adams, 14) Benjamin van den Berg, 15) Lamla Mgedezi
Jeppe:
1) Joshua Hamman, 2) Ayanda Funeka, 3) Aluwani Ndlovu, 4) Lagan Leisher, 5) Glodi Tshipamba, 6) Kuhle Shitlangu, 7) Grady Ngui, 8) Mhle Dyakala, 9) Talent Sithole, 10) Nehemia Hollenbach, 11) Lethabo Mashao, 12) Phano Letsie, 13) Lindelani Nkambule, 14) Ndiphmwe Mjiji, 15) Dalitso Milanzi
Steenkamp’s Hat-Trick Secures Paul Roos’ Hard-Fought 26-19 Victory Over Noordheuwel
In a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 NMI Toyota North/South Tournament, Paul Roos Gimnasium triumphed 26-19 over Noordheuwel, with Jordan Steenkamp delivering a memorable hat-trick. Steenkamp’s speed and power on the left wing were too much for the Noordheuwel defense, while Tiaan Basson provided solid support with both offensive and defensive contributions. Despite Noordheuwel’s strong efforts, including tries from Clinton Agu and Raheem Schiefer, Paul Roos held on for a well-deserved victory.
Paul Roos:
1) Zak Hickman, 2) Lehan Barnard, 3) Pierre Labuschagne, 4) Manus van Leeuwen, 5) Reuben Winter, 6) Dylan van Wyk, 7) Luke Kent, 8) Gert Kemp, 9) Jan-Jan Nel, 10) Travis Pheiffer, 11) Jordan Steenkamp, 12) Ian Smith, 13) Matthew Kleyn, 14) Tiaan Basson, 15) Keenan Stoffels
Noordheuwel:
2) Stefan Bezuidenhout, 2) Clinton Agu, 3) Steph Botha, 4) Kean Liurens, 5) Roehan Hoogendyk, 6) Andrew Lambert, 7) JB Blount, 8) Armand van Eck, 9) Gideon Diedericks, 10) Jeandre Uithaler, 11) Jade Rollison, 12) Kieran Reud, 13) Trustan Helmund, 14) Andy Maarman, 15) Tidi Moeketsasane
