In a display of sheer dominance, Grey College dismantled Helpmekaar with a crushing 51-19 victory during the electrifying second day of the North-South Rugby Tournament. Meanwhile, the tournament also saw Affies and Paarl Gim securing emphatic wins, making significant statements of their own.
The game at Grey College started off competitively, but it didn’t take long for Grey to show their class. JV Coetzee's try pushed them ahead, and by half-time, they were already leading 22-12. Post-break, Grey switched gears with Lamla Mgedezi scoring three times, contributing significantly to the second half's 29-point haul. Their forward pack was unstoppable, and their backs sliced through Helpmekaar's defenses with clinical precision.
"The boys showed great character and the ability to execute our game plan under pressure,"
Affies didn't lag behind in the thrill, putting down four tries in a solid 28-17 triumph over Oakdale Landbou. Not to be outdone, Paarl Gim's Bernhardt Schulze and Corné Niemand each notched up a pair of tries, propelling their team to a lopsided 61-10 victory against Noordheuwel.
Elsewhere, Menlopark was in fine form, crossing the chalk seven times to secure a 46-28 win over Boland Landbou, with Danie Bothma stealing the spotlight with his own hat-trick. Durbanville High showcased their defensive prowess, limiting Rustenburg High to a single try in a 25-7 win.
The most nail-biting encounter, however, came from Welkom Gim who overturned a half-time deficit to stun Nico Malan 54-43 in a high-scoring affair. Similarly, Hoërskool Trio scraped a narrow 27-25 victory over HTS Middelburg, proving their mettle in tight situations.
The tournament's day two not only provided a spectacle of tries and tactical nous but also underscored the burgeoning talent across these school teams. As the dust settles, the scoreboard from the day reads like a testament to the young athletes' prowess and the promising future of rugby.
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In a display of sheer dominance, Grey College dismantled Helpmekaar with a crushing 51-19 victory during the electrifying second day of the North-South Rugby Tournament. Meanwhile, the tournament also saw Affies and Paarl Gim securing emphatic wins, making significant statements of their own.
The game at Grey College started off competitively, but it didn’t take long for Grey to show their class. JV Coetzee's try pushed them ahead, and by half-time, they were already leading 22-12. Post-break, Grey switched gears with Lamla Mgedezi scoring three times, contributing significantly to the second half's 29-point haul. Their forward pack was unstoppable, and their backs sliced through Helpmekaar's defenses with clinical precision.
"The boys showed great character and the ability to execute our game plan under pressure,"
Affies didn't lag behind in the thrill, putting down four tries in a solid 28-17 triumph over Oakdale Landbou. Not to be outdone, Paarl Gim's Bernhardt Schulze and Corné Niemand each notched up a pair of tries, propelling their team to a lopsided 61-10 victory against Noordheuwel.
Elsewhere, Menlopark was in fine form, crossing the chalk seven times to secure a 46-28 win over Boland Landbou, with Danie Bothma stealing the spotlight with his own hat-trick. Durbanville High showcased their defensive prowess, limiting Rustenburg High to a single try in a 25-7 win.
The most nail-biting encounter, however, came from Welkom Gim who overturned a half-time deficit to stun Nico Malan 54-43 in a high-scoring affair. Similarly, Hoërskool Trio scraped a narrow 27-25 victory over HTS Middelburg, proving their mettle in tight situations.
The tournament's day two not only provided a spectacle of tries and tactical nous but also underscored the burgeoning talent across these school teams. As the dust settles, the scoreboard from the day reads like a testament to the young athletes' prowess and the promising future of rugby.
Day 2 Results:
Wesvalia 24, Montana 31
Klerksdorp 29, Kempton Park 50
HTS Middelburg 25, Trio 27
Welkom Gim 54, Nico Malan 43
Middelburg 38, Witteberg 41
Rustenburg 7, Durbanville 25
Menlopark 46, Boland Landbou 28
Noordheuwel 10, Paarl Gim 61
Grey College 51, Helpmekaar 19
Affies 28, Oakdale 17