Rhodes continue Varsity Shield struggle

This article was co-written by myself, and one of the students that I was attempting to teach how to write sports. His article came to me half finished, and I had to finish ensure that the remainder of the important information was there.   By: MZWANELE SIBANDA and STEPHEN KISBEY-GREEN The FNB Varsity Shield came to … Continue reading Rhodes continue Varsity Shield struggle

“Our Achilles heels got back to us in the end” – Davids

In their first match back on South African soil in 2019, the Isuzu Southern Kings suffered a heartbreaking defeat to the Toyota Cheetahs, after the visitors managed to score in the 85th minute of the match. The 17-24 defeat was felt even more deeply by Kings supporters, as their charges had fought back well in the second half to remain level at the end of 80 minutes.

All Blacks no longer “all that”

After their famous victory over the All Blacks on Saturday 17 November, Ireland have undoubtedly closed the gap on the best team in the world. In fact, some argue that they have overtaken New Zealand as the front-runners in world rugby, for a number of reasons. The men from the emerald isle have garnered a … Continue reading All Blacks no longer “all that”

Communities gather for fun day

The culmination of a week focusing on health, safety and well-being in the community, the sixth annual Fabian Juries Community Fun Day will once again take place at the Oval on Saturday 24 November. A truly community-centred event, the fun day is designed to promote the health, safety and well-being of all communities, through the … Continue reading Communities gather for fun day

Safety and well-being focus for Fun Day

The annual Fabian Juries Community Fun Day will once again be hosted at the Makhanda Oval, in celebration of community safety and well-being. The sixth annual Community Fun Day will host a number of different rugby and netball sides, from all of the different wards, on Saturday 24 November at the Oval Sports Ground. The … Continue reading Safety and well-being focus for Fun Day

Springboks wrap

The Springboks slumped to a negative win-loss record under head coach Rassie Erasmus on Saturday 3 November, after a controversial call from referee Angus Gardner at the end of the match allowed England to take home a 12-11 victory in Twickenham. South Africa had dominated all aspects of the match against their hosts in the … Continue reading Springboks wrap

Independent investigation for SuperSport walkout

The SuperSport walkout incident on Saturday 19 May, involving former Springbok legends and current SuperSport analysts Ashwin Willemse, Naas Botha and Nick Mallett, is yet to be resolved. On Monday 21 May, an investigation was begun by SuperSport, with the purpose of resolving the grievances brought up on air by Willemse as part of his … Continue reading Independent investigation for SuperSport walkout