Girls' rugby talent on show as 2025 FNB Youth Week kicks off in Johannesburg
Girls' rugby talent on show as 2025 FNB Youth Week kicks off in Johannesburg
Girls' rugby will take centre stage in Johannesburg as the 2025 U16 and U18 FNB Girls Week kicks off from June 30 to July 4 at Queens High School in Bezuidenhout Valley.
Five learners from the host school will feature in the U16 Lions. Johanna Kolifaya, Sharon Muine, Praise Tochie, Melissa Dhliwayo and Katleho Mabote began training last week on their home field with the remaining Lions team members.
Hosted by the Golden Lions Rugby Union, the tournament promises a thrilling showcase of South Africa's emerging female rugby talent.
Also read: Former Queens High learner selected to represent SA in NY
The event forms part of SA Rugby's national Youth Weeks calendar, alongside the U18 Craven Week and U16 Grant Khomo Week.
The girls' tournament plays a vital role in growing the women's game, offering a platform for players to gain provincial and national recognition.
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Day one features a full schedule of U16 matches, including:
Border (Urban) vs Lions Invitational
Sharks vs Limpopo
Western Province vs Leopards
Boland vs Griquas
Golden Lions vs Valke
U18 clashes will include:
Western Province vs Valke
Sharks vs Griffons
Zimbabwe vs Griquas
Limpopo vs Boland
Golden Lions (Johannesburg) vs Free State (14:00, after the 13:30 opening ceremony).
As interest in women's sport continues to grow, FNB Girls Week serves as a key driver of development, transformation and future success in South African rugby.
Queens High School is expected to be a hive of excitement as families, learners and supporters gather to back the rising stars of the game.
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