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Photo: WBSCGauteng completed a dominant double at the South African National School Championships, capturing both the men’s and women’s U-17 softball crowns. The finals were....

Photo: CAFThe CAF African Schools Football Championship | COSAFA Qualifier South Africa 2025 kicked off with an exciting first day at the Idas Valley Sports....

Every year, the quiet Western Cape town of Paarl transforms into a whirlwind of colour, noise, and tradition as two of South Africa’s most iconic....

Photo: COSAFAThe journey from school fields to the continental stage will take center stage in Stellenbosch, South Africa, as the 2025/26 CAF African Schools Football....

Photo: COSAFAThe road to continental glory begins in South Africa.The COSAFA Qualifier for the CAF African Schools Football Championship will be staged in Stellenbosch, South....

Hillcrest High School celebrated an incredible milestone, securing their third consecutive regional championship at the Highway Regional SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’ Fast 5s Netball Challenge held at Curro Hillcrest on September 27. In a thrilling repeat of last year’s final, Hillcrest once again triumphed over Luthayi High School, reinforcing their dominance in the regional netball scene.

Nomzamo Secondary and Hoërskool Menlopark claimed their first-ever DStv Schools Netball Challenge (DSNC) titles in a groundbreaking tournament that highlighted resilience, development, and equal opportunity. Nomzamo dominated in the Ubuntu stream with a commanding 25-17 win over Lambalati Secondary, while Menlopark staged a dramatic comeback to edge Paarl Gim 22-21 in the Botho stream final.

Redhill School's U-17 netball team from Johannesburg has achieved a historic victory by winning the World Schools Netball Cup in the UK — a first for any South African school, and remarkably, on their debut appearance. Going undefeated through every match, the team impressed international spectators with their structured and composed style of play, despite only having two months to prepare.

Nomzamo High School’s senior girls netball team captured the Ubuntu section title in a thrilling 18–17 win over Kayamandi at the Western Cape DStv Schools Netball Challenge, sparking celebration on Bredasdorp Primary's courts. Coach Athi Dlakana praised her team’s resilience and expressed confidence that they can challenge for the national crown at the finals in Gauteng later this month.

After an impressive win at the KwaZulu-Natal provincial finals, Shayamoya High School is setting its sights on national glory at the upcoming DStv Schools Netball Challenge (DSNC) finals, scheduled for July 25–26 in Boksburg. Crowned Botho stream champions, the team defeated Welabasha High School 25-15 to earn their spot among South Africa’s top school netball squads.

For the second consecutive year, Durban High School (DHS) showcased their dominance in the Clifton T20 Tournament, claiming the prestigious Centenary Cup with an undefeated record. Facing a strong Westville Boys’ High team in the final, DHS posted 161/9, with standout performances from Ismaeel Omar (38) and Dhilan Naraidu (29). A fiery bowling attack led by captain Bayanda Majola, who struck early to dismiss key batsmen, ensured DHS defended their total, sealing a 15-run victory.

Arguably one of the most impressive dynasties in all sport, let alone school sport, is the Westville Boys' High swimming team who have only lost once in the last decade