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The Citizen
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Curro Salt Rock Fast 5 netball teams make strong start to season
The talented Fast 5 netball stars at Curro Salt Rock kicked off their season with good performances at Hoërskool Suid-Natal last weekend. The tournament in Port Shepstone on Saturday morning (August 2), brought together some of the top regional teams from KZN for a day of fast-paced competition. Despite the early start with travelling involved, Curro's players brought their A-game to the courts, showcasing teamwork, resilience and skill across all age groups. Special mention must go to the U16B team who were the only 'B' Team to compete in the 'A' League. The team won one of their four matches, but the three close-fought defeats were all within a few points. 'It was a remarkable achievement that highlighted their strength and potential,' said school spokesperson, Cindy Carbutt. Netball Tournament Results First Team vs Gelofte Skool: Lost 5-10 vs Hoërskool Suid-Natal: Lost 7-11 vs Kingsway High School: Won 14-3 vs Port Shepstone High School: Won 14-5 Under 16A vs Gelofte Skool: Lost 6-13 vs Hoërskool Suid-Natal: Lost 8-18 vs Kingsway High School: Won 13-6 vs Curro Salt Rock B: Won 9-6 Under 16B vs Gelofte Skool A: Lost 5-12 vs Hoërskool Suid-Natal A: Lost 6-12 vs Kingsway High School A: Won 9-7 vs Curro Salt Rock A: Lost 6-9 Zuleika de Lange (1st team), Michelle du Plessis (U16A) and Luca Groenewald (U16B) were voted Players of the Day for their outstanding performances, leadership and their impact on the games. Rugby While the netball girls headed south, the Curro Salt Rock boy's rugby teams travelled north for the Hoërskool Richardsbaai 7s Tournament. The teams faced strong opposition and had a challenging time, but showed resilience and glimpses of promise that will be built on as they prepare for an upcoming tour to Vryheid. U15 Results Curro Salt Rock's U15 side were missing a number of key players and were forced to field several athletes with limited game time. While the scoreboard did not reflect the boys' courageous efforts, the tournament provided an opportunity to expose and nurture less experienced players in a competitive setting,' said Curro head of rugby, Sifiso Shabangu. Game 1 : Lost to Mandla Mthethwa (5-10) : Lost to Mandla Mthethwa (5-10) Game 2 : Lost to Pongola Academy (0-30) : Lost to Pongola Academy (0-30) Game 3 : Lost to Felixton College (0-38) : Lost to Felixton College (0-38) Game 4: Lost to Hoërskool Pionier (0-38) 'Effort and courage never waned,' said Sifiso. 'Both are vital ingredients as we aim to rebuild and regroup for the tour ahead.' U18 Results Curro's senior boys also faced stiff competition, playing four highly physical games. Much like the U15s, the U18 squad was short of a few regulars and had to rely on squad depth. Despite this, the boys showed admirable fight, especially in the narrow loss to Pongola Academy and the well-earned win against Mandla Mthethwa. Game 1 : Lost to Hoërskool Pionier (5-28) : Lost to Hoërskool Pionier (5-28) Game 2 : Lost to Felixton College (14-34) : Lost to Felixton College (14-34) Game 3 : Lost to Pongola Academy (15-17) : Lost to Pongola Academy (15-17) Game 4: Won against Mandla Mthethwa (21-12) Standout performances came from Raelyn Govender and Chase Killian, who brought intensity, leadership, and creativity to the side's efforts. 'Their composure under pressure and ability to spark momentum were highlights of the U18 campaign,' said Sifiso. Looking Ahead While results didn't go Curro's way, both teams have clear working points to focus on. 'The tournament was an important step in testing our structures, broadening player experience, and sharpening combinations,' added Sifiso. 'With Vryheid on the horizon, the boys are hungry to bounce back, and with continued effort and belief, there is every reason to be optimistic.' Stay in the loop with The North Coast Courier on Facebook, X, Instagram & YouTube for the latest news. Mobile users can join our WhatsApp Broadcast Service here, or if you're on desktop, scan the QR code below.
The Citizen
07-06-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
VHS walks away with trophies in PSG Super 8 League
In an impressive display of sporting excellence, Vryheid High School (VHS) emerged victorious in the PSG Super 8 League held at Richards Bay High School on Saturday. VHS found themselves in four finals, winning all four. The winning teams were: First team rugby – VHS triumphed over Hoërskool Suid-Natal in the final. Second team rugby – VHS defeated Riverwood College in their final match. U/14 rugby – VHS beat Hoërskool Suid-Natal to claim the top spot. First team hockey – VHS outplayed Riverwood College to win the championship. These outstanding achievements are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the learners and coaches. Heartfelt congratulations to all the VHS coaches for their exceptional leadership and guidance. The school also appreciates the support and participation of the principals from the eight participating schools, namely Vryheid High School, Hoërskool Pionier, Richards Bay High School, Empangeni High School, Hoërskool Suid-Natal, Riverwood College, Kingsway High School and Hillcrest High School. Their collaboration and commitment to promoting sports development are invaluable. The detailed results will be shared on the school's social media platforms, so stay tuned for more updates. Once again, congratulations to VHS on this remarkable achievement. Here's looking forward to seeing their continued success in future sporting events. ALSO READ: VHS hosts exciting PSG games against RHS The news provided to you in this link comes to you from the editorial staff of the Vryheid Herald, a sold newspaper distributed in the Vryheid area. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
