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The Cape Rugby TV Magazine is a product of the award winning Cape Rugby TV show, which flights on the community station Cape Town TV, and on DSTv ch263 Cape Rugby TV magazine is a 32-page print and digital magazine, which will be distributed on a weekly basis. Both the digital and print publications will be available for free to consumers. 80 000 A5 print titles will be printed every month (20 000 per week). With the help of the Western Province Rugby Football Union and the buy-in from all participating clubs, these issues will be transported to numerous venues across the Cape Town suburbs (including the City Bowl, Northern and Southern suburbs, Paarl, Atlantic Seaboard, South Peninsula, Cape Flats, Helderberg and West Coast) and surrounding regions and at Newlands Rugby Stadium on Game Days. The print issues will be handed out for free to all teams and supporters. Cape Rugby TV Magazine will boast a readership of all ages, in high and low LSM areas (3-10).TRANSCRIPT
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Belhar A Consistent ForceWhistling Wheels Are Turning The Tide
Warren Edwards - Masiphumelele
Scarra Ntubeni
False BayVS
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President’s Letter
Across The Leagues
Club Focus - Belhar Club Focus - Whistling Wheels
Player Profiles
Word From Cape Rugby TV As Seen On TV
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FIXTURES results logs
Coach’s CornerWarren Edwards - Masiphumelele
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LETTERS
PRESIDENT’S LETTER
WORD FROM CAPE RUGBY TV
It’s been an eventful week in the rugby world, especially as the club scene is reaching its critical stages. We have seen a raft of convincing results as clubs have really
stepped up their game.
This weekend, we welcome our Muslim clubs back to the club scene after what we hope was a healthy and successful Ramadan.
This week after the show I had a chat with some my guests, both younger than many administrators out there. The one common thread that was
apparent was how they both saw the importance of understanding a long-term vision for the club.
@jpnaude
The Top 9 and Top 8 tournaments have started to get underway and all teams are hard at work to ensure they end the season on a high. With the President’s Cup starting soon, there truly is something to play for in every game.
The DHL Western Province team is gearing up for the upcoming Absa Currie Cup, and the Springboks are hard at work in preparation for the Rugby Championship, which starts on 16 August.
On that note, we must congratulate Damien de Allende, who has again been selected in the Springbok squad, having cruelly missed South Africa’s Incoming Tour Series with an untimely knee injury in June. Good luck to all our DHL Western Province players in the Bok mix.
The Springbok Women are currently in France for the Women’s Rugby World Cup and we continue to wish them all the best. There are a number of DHL Western Province representatives in the team, so we’ll be watching with keen interest.
Last, but not least, best of luck to Ricky Petersen and his Sevens team as they get set to represent DHL Western Province in Limerick and London, as part of the World Club Sevens competition over the next fortnight.Thelo WakefieldWPRFU PRESIDENT
It was again clear to me that today’s successful administrator is one who thinks of the future in terms of the growth of the club through fan engagement and good youth development.
We agreed that a successful club needs a successful culture, starting with the youth, and that every match needs to be treated as an event, which provides entertainment and value to the fans watching.
On this week’s show, we spoke about the difficulties of administering a club as a volunteer, and that one should perhaps focus on the things that are easy to implement on a regular basis. Ensuring that you give each one of your supporters and players a Cape Rugby TV magazine is one way to add value to the fan and is easy to do.
Dropping off your club rugby jersey to be on TV is easy to do and could land you a sponsor. My tip of the week, do the easy things first.
Have a fantastic rugby weekend
JP Naude
FALSE BAY EDGE UDUBS
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Result: False Bay 19 UWC 17Division: Super League AVenue: Phillip Herbstein
MATCH DETAILS
We’ve lost a lot of momentum during the week with injuries. The guys stuck to their guns and ran their guts
out. It was a tough game against a good side.
OLIVER JANSENUWC COACH
The boys put a lot of effort in during the week. We tried to nullify them up front, but
we came up short unfortunately. This wasn’t a terrible result considering the quality of the
opposition. We’ll keep working.
MATTHEW FAUGHTUWC CAPTAIN
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In what was a game of small margins, it was False Bay’s forward dominance that drove them to victory over UWC.
UWC will no doubt be feeling hard done by after leading 10-5 at halftime. Although shorn of the attacking talents of Freddie Muller, their backline still managed to trouble False Bay’s defence. However, some uncharacteristic bad handling let them down.
False Bay’s captain Michael Poppmeier was immense on the day, leading his troops from the front.
In the end, it was a penalty from flyhalf Ridhaa Damon which secured the points for False Bay and keeps them in the hunt for a Community Cup place.
A last-minute penalty earns False Bay a much-needed victory over UWC.
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A win’s a win and we’ll take this result. I had some hard words for the guys at half-time and we managed to turn it around. With the size of
our pack, we’ve got to use it to our advantage.
MICHAEL POPPMEIERFALSE BAY CAPTAIN
EVOX MAN OF THE MATCH
We’re happy with the result, not so much with
the performance. Our handling was poor today. We scrummed well and
performed well at ruck-times. There’s no doubt that the
break has had a major impact on us.
JONO VAN DER WALTFALSE BAY COACH
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Division: Super League AMatch: Primrose v SK WalmersVenue: Rosemead AvenueOne of the most fiercely contested rivalries in all of club rugby, Primrose versus SK Walmers is a fixture that both clubs most look forward to each season. Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance this season and possess two of the most dangerous backlines in the division. It’s been a while since these two rivals locked horns and both teams will be looking to make a serious statement come match day.
Division: Super League BMatch: Villager v St George’sVenue: Brookside Sports GroundThis has the potential to be the game of the weekend as both sides go into this one with Super League B glory in mind. They both sit on 40 log points respectively and know that a victory here will send them to the top of the table. Villager have been dominant this season and are yet to lose a game. St George’s have proven to be a match for anyone as the league’s surprise packages, but will have to be at their best to win away from home.
Division: Super League CMatch: Violets v PaarlVenue: Chukker RoadViolets have had a solid season, but will be disappointed that they didn’t capitalise on their early promise. They will hope to be fresh and firing after the break as they host Paarl in what should be an exciting clash in Super League C.
Division: Top 9 Champions LeagueMatch: Blue Stars v Blue JetsVenue: Klapmuts Field AWith this phase of the competition still in its infancy, both clubs will be looking to get off to the best possible start in order to have a good chance of gaining promotion to Super League C. Blue Jets have been one of the most impressive teams this season and they’ll be sure to bring their intensity.
Division: City League Top 8
Match: Perseverance v Young IdeasVenue: City ParkYoung Ideas just missed out on a place in the Top 9 competition and can consider themselves unlucky not to be fighting it out for a place in Super League C. They now face a Perseverance side that finished bottom of the City League, and be hyped up to prove their worth.
Division: Northern League Top 8Match: Kylemore v Strand PioneersVenue: KylemoreAnother side unlucky to have missed out on the “Champions League” is Kylemore as they just missed out because of points difference. They host Strand Pioneers, who have yet to win a game this season, but will be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Division: Southern League Top 8Match: Peninsula v RetreatVenue: SandvleiThis is a match between two teams that have had inconsistent seasons, but they have shown occasional flashes of brilliance. Peninsula will look to continue their good form and put away Retreat, who are dangerous when given opportunities to run.
Division: Paarl League Top 6Match: Vineyards v AllandaleVenue: Daljosafat Sports GroundsThe only game in the Paarl Region this week sees Vineyards open their campaign against an Allandale side that has lost their first two games. Vineyards have enjoyed an excellent season, just losing out to Lower Paarl for top spot.
Division: Simonsberg RegionMatch: Phizantekraal v ExcelsiorVenue: PhizantekraalPhizantekraal will be looking for a win here to keep pace with Pumas at the top of the table. Excelsior are also in the hunt and will be looking to upset the apple cart in what should be the division’s fixture of the week.
ACROSS THE LEAGUES
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CLASHES OF THE WEEKCape Rugby TV picks the standout fixtures across the leagues.
JERALDO JACOBSALL SAINTS
PLAYER PROFILES
Age: 26Height: 1.89mWeight: 110 kgPosition: No 8Lives in: Somerset WestSchool: Gordon High
Age: 37Height: 1.68mWeight: 95kgPosition: Hooker/PropLives in: PhillipiSchool: Woodlands High
Young Wesley’s captain Enrico Wiehahn is hoping to lead his side to Super League C promotion.
The club is currently in the Top 9 “Champions League” after finishing third overall in the Southern League A big part of their success has been Wiehahn’s leadership.
“I grew up near Young Wesley’s and my uncles and grandfathers all played for the club,” he tells Cape Rugby TV.
Wiehahn has been with the club for 23 years and started playing as a junior. This season’s success comes as no surprise to him.
“Our goal was always to make it to Super League C. We had an early pre-season and started training on the beach in January. The players have been very committed to the cause.”
Wiehahn is a ball-playing front-rower thanks to his history as a backline player. “I still have a good step!” he quips.
Wiehahn is in the twilight of his career and is focused on being a leader on and off the pitch.
“This will probably be my last season playing first team rugby and I’ve been trying to teach the youngsters here about respect and discipline.”
ENRICO WIEHAHNYOUNG WESLEY’S
Jeraldo Jacobs is a key figure for an All Saints side that has struggled for consistency this season.
“It’s been a tough season for us,” he tells Cape Rugby TV. “We’ve had some bad luck on the field and the players have let the club down.”
Despite these disappointments, the club still attracts a lot of supporters to the Helderzight Fields on game days.
“There’s a very good atmosphere here. The club is like a family.”
Jacobs has been with the club for nine years having played as a junior, and is determined to take it forward.
“My own form has been up and down this season, but we’re all working hard to improve.”
All Saints are currently competing in the Bottom 8 from the Northern League and will no doubt be looking to secure their place in the league for next season. The form of Jeraldo Jacobs will be key in achieving that.
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WIGAN PEKEURSIR LOWRIANS
Age: 26Height: 1.83mWeight: 84kgPosition: Wing/FullbackLives in: KraaifonteinSchool: HTS Bellville
Wigan Pekeur is one of the standout players in a star-studded Sir Lowrians squad.
As a junior, he represented DHL Western Province U19. He spent four years playing Varsity Cup rugby for UJ and Super Rugby for the Lions.
He joined Sir Lowrians at the start of the season and is enjoying his involvement.
“It’s a good club with a great history,” he tells Cape Rugby TV. “There’s a feeling of togetherness here and it’s lovely to represent a club with such great ambition.”
Sir Lowrians have been battling it out at the top of Super League B this season and with a few games to go, will look to Pekeur’s “X Factor” to see them through.
“I’m definitely an off-the-cuff player. If I see an opportunity, I’m going to go for it.”
Pekeur is one of several star names at the club and he understands the importance of helping to develop the younger talent there.
“The guys who have played at the top level are very approachable and will always look to share their experiences with the younger guys.”
Age: 23Height: 1.82mWeight: 82kgPosition: WingLives In: Bo KaapSchool: Harold Cressy High
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Young wing Talieb Johnson is making a name for himself in Super League A with his pace, tricky footwork and all-round running game.
False Bay is having a great season so far and is pushing Hamiltons for the Community Cup spot. It’s a great achievement considering that this is their first season back after being relegated last year.
This is Johnson’s first season at the club, having played for SK Walmers before.
“It’s been a great experience for me, but I’m still learning,” he tells Cape Rugby TV. “There’s a good vibe here, a real sense of togetherness.
“We’re definitely looking to get into the Community Cup”, he adds. “It’s been a good season so far, but we’ll continue to take it game by game and see what happens. We have some big fixtures coming up, so we’re not getting ahead of ourselves.”
Johnson’s stepping abilities have become somewhat legendary around the club and he is starting to make waves around the rest of the league. He was recently named in the Western Province Amateurs side and is a name to look out for.
PLAYER PROFILES
TALIEB JOHNSONFALSE BAY
CLUB FOCUS
CONSISTENT FORCEBelhar have been playing in the top leagues over the past 21 years.
This season has been a solid one for Belhar as they’ve won most of their games in Super League A. They have been very competitive
and are always tough opposition for anybody, especially at Accordian Park.
Club secretary Jerome America is aware of the good work going on behind the scenes.
“This club is run very well,” he tells Cape Rugby TV. “Belhar creates a second home for the players and everyone supports one another.”
Belhar competed in the inaugural Community Challenge at the beginning of the year and America is thankful for the opportunity afforded to the club.
“That competition was great for us. It was a great way to prepare the guys and for the youngsters to show their skills. Most of our side this season was formed through that competition,” he said.
Key to the club’s consistency is its deep-rooted principles. There are disciplinary hearings each week to ensure that no one at the club is stepping out of line.
“We try to create an opportunity for players to rise above their circumstances,” says America. “However, we do expect a certain level of respect and decorum in return.”
On the field, Belhar have implemented an effective game plan. Off the field, they have created an atmosphere at the club where every player is made to feel part of the family.
“Our forwards do not stand back for anyone,” explains America. “We try to create space out wide as we have some of the most exciting backline players in the league. We have a very balanced team, with a good mix of youth and experience. Our players come from difficult circumstance, so we help them out as much as possible.”
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Turning the TideWhistling Wheels have gone through a tough season, but are finding form.
Whistling Wheels boast a very proud history, having produced many club rugby players, referees, and coaches over the years.
“We have produced a lot of players for the Western Province Vodacom Cup and amateur teams,” club secretary Peter Marcus tells Cape Rugby TV. “Don Eiman, coach of Young Wesley’s, is also from here originally, as is referee Daniel Fortuin.”
In 2006, the 1st, 2nd and 3rd XVs all won their respective leagues. These are the heights that the club wants to reach again.
“Somewhere along the way, the club stopped investing in young talent,” says Marcus. “Now we are going out of our way to recruit players for the club and we have approached schools to start a partnership.”
This season did not go according to plan for the team as they have underperformed. Marcus is convinced that Whistling Wheels are starting to turn the corner.
“We’re playing good rugby. We had a tough first half of the season, but we have some exciting youngsters here and we’re looking to win this Top 8 competition.”
Ultimately, Marcus is hoping that the team will bring the spirit back to their supporters.
“We want to entertain them again. This is a community club and we’re coming together for a good cause,” explains Marcus. “Players who have gone off the track at the start of the season are now gelling together nicely.”
CLUB FOCUS
CUB TO CLUB
CUBS TO CLUB
He also came close to national selection, but a shoulder injury ruled him out of the SA U16 elite squad. He starred for DHL Western Province at the recent U18 Craven Week as the team put in a great performance.
“Craven Week was a great experience,” he tells Cape Rugby TV. “The competition was really tough so it was good to test myself against quality opposition.”
His deadly boot is his greatest weapon, consistently driving opposition back and getting his team on the front-foot. He is an accurate goal-kicker too.
At school level, Swanepoel starred in his team’s 27-13 victory over SACS earlier in the year. Stellenberg have had a good season so far, winning 10 out of their 15 games. Swanepoel, who is also their vice-captain, is eyeing the derby against Paarl Gym as the main game to win.
Unsurprisingly, he is eyeing a long-term future in the game and his recent performances will stand him in good stead.
“I want to play for professionally for DHL Western Province after school,” he says.
them use our fields to train and on game days, our sponsors will provide them with soup and sandwiches.”
The club’s youth set-up is definitely growing. When Carr first took over they had 30 players, now they have over 120 playing across all age groups.
“Developing our youth is a big part of our identity,” says Carr. The club has four youth products in the current senior team, as well as a representative in the Western Province Amateur squad.
Of their famous alumni, DHL Stormers Flank Nizaam Carr, who happens to be Adil’s nephew, also came through the club’s youth ranks.
GREAT FORMStellenberg fullback Tiaan Swanepoel is having a great season for school and province.
Age: 18Height: 1.77mWeight: 89kgPosition: FullbackLives in: BrackenfellSchool: Stellenberg
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Caledonian Roses have made great strides in eradicating gangsterism among the youth in Hannover Park through rugby.
“Most of our youth players come from the area,” chairman of Caledonian Roses youth rugby Adil Carr tells Cape Rugby TV. “We send our senior players to go coach and help the youngsters. We want to show that rugby can be an alternative to gangsterism.”
To date, Caledonian Roses have eight youth teams, ranging from U7 up to U19.
“We have partnerships with several high schools. We let
YOUTH CULTURE
Caledonian Roses are providing young players with the chance to escape a life of hardship.
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Tiaan Swanepoel is making a name for himself on the school rugby scene. He is no stranger to the Western Province set-up, having represented the blue and white hoops from U12 to U18.
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Cape Rugby TV Magazine speaks to DHL Stormers and DHL
Western Province players about their club rugby experiences.
This week: SCARRA NTUBENI
Age: 23Height: 1.74m,Weight:100kgHometown: East LondonPosition: HookerProvincial Debut: 2011 v Blue BullsProvincial Caps: 20Super Rugby Debut: 2011 v LionsSuper Rugby Caps: 11
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Which clubs have you represented?I’m currently registered with UCT, although I haven’t played for them. I’d love to represent a club like SK Walmers as I feel I’d benefit from giving back to a smaller club.
Do you take time to watch club rugby?For sure, I try watch whenever I can. I have a lot of friends at UCT, so I’ll watch them whenever possible. The recent Varsity Cup was a highlight and was a great vibe. I’ve watched a few SK Walmers games too and it seems like a lot of fun.
Do you feel that club rugby is beneficial to a player’s development?Definitely. So many players come through the Western Province club rugby structures. I can think of guys like Nic Groom, who really benefitted from that exposure. It’s a great platform to give players an opportunity.
What do you feel about Western Province’s talent identification system?I think they’re doing a good job. It’s a really tough job considering the amount of rugby that is played each week, but there’s definitely enough talent out there to keep them busy!
Super League A is very tight this year. Who do you reckon will take the title?I have to back the boytjies of UCT!
Any advice to club rugby players out there?I’ve always found that I play my best rugby when I’m happy and enjoying myself, so I’d advise players to relax and have fun. I’d also add that if the opportunity presents itself to get a degree, then take it! Prepare yourself for life after rugby.
THE CLUB CONNECTION
THIS WEEKEND
FIXTURES
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FIXTURES/RESULTS/LOGS
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Tygerberg Victorians
Primrose SK Walmers
Kuilsrivier Durbanville-Bellville
UCT False Bay
Hamiltons Belhar
UWC Maties
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Scottsdene Central Rangers
Villager St Georges
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Violets Paarl
Strand United Manenberg Rangers
Strand Langa
SUPER LEAGUE A
SUPER LEAGUE B
SUPER LEAGUE C
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Progress Polisie
Temperance Cities Technikon-Tuine
Perseverance Hamediehs
Busy Bees Watsonia
TOP 8 CITY LEAGUE
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Bishop Lavis Thistles
Peninsula Retreat
Rocklands Richmond Rangers
Young Brothers Titans
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Kylemore Strand Pioneers
Atlantis Khayelitsha
Whistling Wheels Delft
Imiqhayi All Saints
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Young Stars Young Ideas
Blue Stars United Blue Jets
Caledonian Roses Cloetesville
Lagunya Masiphumelele
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Brampton Lamotte
Phizantekraal Excelsior1
Lanquedoc Blue Stars (Rural)
Khayamandi Faure
Constantia Pumas
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Busy Bees Ladies Franschhoek Ladies
Milnerton Ladies Maties Ladies
Pniel Ladies United Brothers Ladies
UWC Ladies Blue Jets Ladies
TOP 8 SOUTHERN LEAGUE
TOP 8 NORTHERN LEAGUE
TOP 9 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
SIMONSBERG LEAGUE
WOMEN’S LEAGUE
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LAST WEEKENDRESULTS
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
False Bay 19 UWC 17
Bellville 3 Tygerberg 47
Victorians 31 Helderberg 27
UCT 52 Belhar 0
NNK 7 Durbell 45
Kuilsrivier 18 Stellenbosch 45
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
Pniel Villagers 31 Hamlets 18
Villager 45 Hands & Heart 10
Young Peoples 32 Sir Lowrians 34
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
Van Der Stel 20 Silverleaf 22
Strand 32 Stellcor 16
Elsies River United 26 Eersterivier 7
Raithby Universals 19 Langa 8
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
Watsonia 30 Progress 8
Perseverance 0 Temperance Cities 44
SUPER LEAGUE A
SUPER LEAGUE B
SUPER LEAGUE C
TOP 8 CITY LEAGUE
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
Titans 50 Richmond Rangers 8
Thistles 13 Peninsula 15
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
Milnerton Ladies 41 United Brothers Ladies 0
UWC Ladies 66 Franschhoek Ladies 0
Khayamandi Ladies 0 Blue Jets Ladies 20
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
All Saints 13 Kylemore 0
Delft 0 Khayelitsha 0
Imiqhayi 10 Whistling Wheels
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HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
Young Wesleys 11 Caledonian Roses 6
Young Stars 22 Blue Stars United 20
Blue Jets 18 Lagunya 11
Cloetesville 14 Young Ideas 21
HOME TEAM POINTS AWAY TEAM POINTS
Lamotte 22 Lanquedoc 26
Pumas 13 Blue Stars (Rural) 0
Llwandle 24 Khayamandi 5
Excelsior1 20 Brampton 0
Faure 27 Constantia 12
TOP 8 SOUTHERN LEAGUE
TOP 8 NORTHERN LEAGUE
TOP 9 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
SIMONSBERG REGION
WOMEN’S LEAGUE
FIXTURES/RESULTS/LOGS
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Bishop Lavis Thistles
Peninsula Retreat
Rocklands Richmond Rangers
Young Brothers Titans
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Kylemore Strand Pioneers
Atlantis Khayelitsha
Whistling Wheels Delft
Imiqhayi All Saints
HOME TEAM VISITORS
Young Stars Young Ideas
Blue Stars United Blue Jets
Caledonian Roses Cloetesville
Lagunya Masiphumelele
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FIXTURES/RESULTS/LOGS
AS THEY STAND
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Maties 10 10 0 0 362 126 236 46
2 UCT 10 9 1 0 466 128 338 45
3 Hamiltons 9 9 0 0 349 144 205 43
4 False Bay 11 8 3 0 352 237 115 40
5 Victorians 9 5 3 1 315 222 93 32
6 Durbell 9 6 3 0 291 108 183 31
7 Belhar 11 6 4 1 235 248 -13 30
8 SK Walmers 10 6 4 0 198 263 -65 27
9 Helderberg 11 4 6 1 274 283 -9 25
10 UWC 10 3 7 0 209 256 -47 18
11 Primrose 10 3 6 1 188 326 -138 18
12 Tygerberg 10 3 7 0 241 292 -51 17
13 Kuilsrivier 12 2 10 0 224 421 -197 11
14 Bellville 11 1 10 0 151 481 -330 8
15 NNK 11 0 11 0 175 495 -320 4
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Sir Lowrians 11 10 1 0 292 187 105 46
2 Villager 10 10 0 0 312 155 157 45
3 St Georges 11 8 2 1 260 182 78 40
4 Pniel Villagers 12 7 4 1 312 236 76 39
5 Milnerton 11 6 4 1 377 186 191 35
6 Hands & Heart 12 7 5 0 261 274 -13 32
7 Brackenfell 11 6 5 0 242 221 21 31
8 Macassar 11 5 4 2 218 247 -29 26
9 Collegians 11 4 6 1 198 185 13 25
10 Rangers 10 4 5 1 241 244 -3 24
11 Kraaifontein 12 3 9 0 237 273 -36 20
12 Hamlets 11 3 7 1 193 284 -91 16
13 Young Peoples 12 2 10 0 235 343 -108 15
14 Goodwood 11 3 8 0 212 334 -122 15
15 Scottsdene Central 10 1 9 0 140 379 -239 6
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Raithby Universals 12 12 0 0 360 136 224 54
2 Franschhoek United 11 9 2 0 336 175 161 43
3 Langa 12 10 2 0 178 125 53 41
4 Violets 10 7 2 1 225 133 92 32
5 Strand 10 6 4 0 257 186 71 31
6 Strand United 10 5 3 2 241 179 62 26
7 Stellcor 11 5 5 1 253 243 10 26
8 Elsies River United 12 5 7 0 223 253 -30 26
9 Silvertree 11 4 6 1 165 219 -54 22
10 Paarl 10 4 6 0 175 194 -19 20
11 Noordelikes 11 3 8 0 224 292 -68 19
12 Manenberg Rangers 10 2 6 2 127 183 -56 17
13 Silverleaf 11 2 8 1 201 266 -65 17
14 Eersterivier 12 2 10 0 154 382 -228 10
15 Van Der Stel 11 1 8 2 180 333 -153 2
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Blue Jets 2 1 0 1 37 30 7 6
2 Young Stars 1 1 0 0 22 20 2 5
3 Lagunya 2 1 1 0 31 30 1 5
4 Young Ideas 1 1 0 0 21 14 7 4
5 Young Wesleys 1 1 0 0 11 6 5 4
6 Masiphumelele 1 0 0 1 19 19 0 2
7 Blue Stars United 1 0 1 0 20 22 -2 1
8 Caledonian Roses 1 0 1 0 6 11 -5 1
9 Cloetesville 2 0 2 0 26 41 -15 1
SUPER LEAGUE A
SUPER LEAGUE C
SUPER LEAGUE B
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
LOGS
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CODE P W L D PF PA PD LP
DEFINITION Played Won Lost Draw Points For Points Against Points Difference Log Points
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Sir Lowrians 11 10 1 0 292 187 105 46
2 Villager 10 10 0 0 312 155 157 45
3 St Georges 11 8 2 1 260 182 78 40
4 Pniel Villagers 12 7 4 1 312 236 76 39
5 Milnerton 11 6 4 1 377 186 191 35
6 Hands & Heart 12 7 5 0 261 274 -13 32
7 Brackenfell 11 6 5 0 242 221 21 31
8 Macassar 11 5 4 2 218 247 -29 26
9 Collegians 11 4 6 1 198 185 13 25
10 Rangers 10 4 5 1 241 244 -3 24
11 Kraaifontein 12 3 9 0 237 273 -36 20
12 Hamlets 11 3 7 1 193 284 -91 16
13 Young Peoples 12 2 10 0 235 343 -108 15
14 Goodwood 11 3 8 0 212 334 -122 15
15 Scottsdene Central 10 1 9 0 140 379 -239 6
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Blue Jets 2 1 0 1 37 30 7 6
2 Young Stars 1 1 0 0 22 20 2 5
3 Lagunya 2 1 1 0 31 30 1 5
4 Young Ideas 1 1 0 0 21 14 7 4
5 Young Wesleys 1 1 0 0 11 6 5 4
6 Masiphumelele 1 0 0 1 19 19 0 2
7 Blue Stars United 1 0 1 0 20 22 -2 1
8 Caledonian Roses 1 0 1 0 6 11 -5 1
9 Cloetesville 2 0 2 0 26 41 -15 1
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Titans 1 1 0 0 50 8 42 5
2 Richmond Rangers 2 1 1 0 45 50 -5 5
3 Peninsula 1 1 0 0 15 13 2 4
4 Thistles 1 0 1 0 13 15 -2 1
5 Rocklands 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
6 Retreat 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
7 Young Brothers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
8 Bishop Lavis 1 0 1 0 0 37 -37 0
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Whistling Wheels 2 2 0 0 27 22 5 8
2 All Saints 2 1 1 0 25 16 9 5
3 Khayelitsha 1 1 0 0 8 5 3 4
4 Imiqhayi 2 0 2 0 15 19 -4 2
5 Strand Pioneers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
6 Atlantis 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
7 Delft 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
8 Kylemore 1 0 1 0 0 13 -13 0
TOP 8 NORTHERN LEAGUE
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Temperance Cities 1 1 0 0 44 0 44 5
2 Watsonia 1 1 0 0 30 8 22 5
3 Technikon-Tuine 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
4 Polisie 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
5 Busy Bees 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
6 Hamediehs 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
7 Progress 1 0 1 0 8 30 -22 0
8 Perseverance 1 0 1 0 0 44 -44 0
TOP 8 CITY LEAGUE
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Pumas 12 10 2 0 261 129 132 45
2 Faure 13 9 3 1 305 173 132 43
3 Excelsior1 11 7 3 1 246 116 130 38
4 Llwandle 12 7 5 0 266 160 106 35
5 Phizantekraal 11 6 5 0 321 140 181 34
6 Constantia 12 7 5 0 247 254 -7 32
7 Blue Stars (Rural) 12 6 5 1 242 213 29 31
8 Khayamandi 12 5 5 2 214 218 -4 27
9 Lamotte 12 3 9 0 154 268 -114 16
10 Lanquedoc 12 2 10 0 94 438 -344 10
11 Brampton 11 0 10 1 71 312 -241 2
WOMEN’S LEAGUE
TOP 8 SOUTHERN LEAGUE
CODE KEY
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Lower Paarl 3 3 0 0 122 35 87 15
2 Young Standards 2 2 0 0 55 41 14 9
3 Paarl Rangers 3 1 2 0 50 86 -36 3
4 Allandale 2 0 2 0 32 54 -22 1
5 Violets (Paarl) 2 0 2 0 20 63 -43 1
6 Vineyards 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
CLUB P W L D PF PA PD LP
1 Young Gardens 3 2 1 0 90 27 63 10
2 Simondium 2 2 0 0 85 52 33 10
3 Albions 2 1 1 0 48 45 3 5
4 Riverstones 2 1 1 0 60 64 -4 5
5 Windmeul United 2 1 1 0 44 64 -20 5
6 Perel United 3 0 3 0 51 126 -75 3
TOP 6 PAARL REGION A
TOP 6 PAARL REGION B
Still to play
Hennie Heydenrych has been officiating for five years and is a Level Two referee.
“I always wanted to be a ref and to be involved in rugby in some way or other,” the 26-yea-old tells Cape Rugby TV.
Heydenrych’s playing career came to a premature end after a shoulder injury suffered in high school. However, he was determined to make a career out of refereeing.
“Becoming a referee has opened up a lot of doors for me,” he says. “Club rugby is great for referees as there is a level of intensity here that is unmatched. It’s a great learning curve for young referees.”
Referee Hennie Heydenrych is making a name for himself on the club rugby scene.
BEHIND THE WHISTLE
As all good referees do, Heydenrych has a clear routine before each match.
“I make sure to talk to both teams, so they know what I expect and the standards I set. I make a point of telling the captains that only they may speak to me and that my decision is final.”
Heydenrych cites Jaco Peyper and Craig Joubert as his biggest influences and he hopes to one day join them on the SARU panel of referees.
“I’m concentrating on getting to Level One. From there, I hope to make the SARU panel and take charge of provincial games,” he explains.
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WOMEN’S PROFILE
VUYOKASI MBONDAUWC
Age: 30Height: 1.67mWeight: 97kgPosition: Prop/8thHigh School: Masiphathisane High
DHL Western Province stalwart Vuyokasi Mbonda has a big presence on the field for club and country. She began her rugby career in Port Elizabeth in 2002 and has not looked back.
She then, she joined DHL Western Province in 2010.
“I was overwhelmed when I first arrived in Cape Town,” she tells Cape Rugby TV. “It’s very different from other provinces. Everyone gets a chance to play here and players are picked on merit. It’s very professional.”
Mbonda, who goes by the nickname “Naughty”, has also represented the Springbok Women and just narrowly missed out on a place at the World Cup after making the training squad. She currently plies her trade for UWC.
“This is the best club I could have hoped to join,” she says. “It’s so professional here. The women are well looked after and don’t lack anything. Club rugby for women is definitely growing.”
Mbonda’s favourite position is eighthman, but she doesn’t matter where she plays, as long as she gets to play with ball in hand.
“I just enjoy playing rugby, no matter what team and no matter what position!”
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COACH’S CORNER
Tell us about your rugby background.I played club rugby at Villager. When my playing career ended. I started coaching their U20s. Two years ago, I was approached to take up a coaching role at Masi. I met with Darren Clarke, who is the director of the club. He told me about the history and vision for the future and I was hooked immediately. This club has seen remarkable progress in the past few years, so I’m glad to be involved.
Masi have enjoyed a great season. What do you put that down to?Although training in the last month has been tough in the weather conditions, there is always 100% commitment from the guys. They have bought into the vision for the club. On game days, there is always great “gees” and you can feel that everyone is pulling together.
What are the biggest strengths of the team?I’ve been lucky to have a core group of strong leaders. Guys like Sandile India, Martin Bearschank and Siya Mkiva have been great in leading the younger guys. Most of all it’s the togetherness on the field that has been the difference. We play a direct style of rugby and look to open up chances out wide.
What do you think of the new league format?It’s great. These new competitions like the Top 9 “Champions League” and the President’s Cup mean that there is always something to play for in every game. In the past, clubs who would be mid-table would fall away, because there was nothing to play for. That’s not the case anymore.
What are the biggest challenges that your club faces?It all boils down to funding. We’re always looking to get sponsors on board as we’re a community club. There is a lot of passion and talent in the Noordhoek areas, but we do suffer from a lack of funding.
HUNGRY FOR SUCCESSMasiphumelele head coach Warren Edwards is building a young, hungry team.
The club will provide transport to the guys from the townships at their own cost.
What are your goals for the rest of the season?Now that we’re in the Top 9, we want to win it and gain promotion to Super League C. As a young coach, I’m taking it season by season, but I’m very happy at Masi.
Who have been your standout players?Siya and Martin have been immense, while Vincent Monk and Lungelo Payi have done well too. We’ve got two players in the Western Province Disa training squad, so we’ll be holding thumbs for them.
FACT FILE:Age: 29Started coaching: 2009Current club: RangersPrevious clubs: SK Walmers, Violets.
Jan Loubser’s coaching history1990-1999: Kraaifontein U21s2000-2005: NNK U21s & seniors2004: WP Amateur Side2005 and 2006: WP U21s & WP Vodacom Cup2007 and 2010: Brackenfell High School2011-current: Durbell
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