The recent weekend brought intense action and compelling matchups in KZN schoolboy rugby, setting the stage for Round 7 with thrilling encounters on the horizon. Let's recap the highlights from the latest fixtures and preview the upcoming games:
Weekend Recap:
Michaelhouse vs. Hilton College (Derby)
Michaelhouse emerged victorious in the highly anticipated derby against Hilton College, securing a narrow 24-23 win to extend their KZN winning streak to an impressive 9 games. Stellar performances from players like Luke Davidson and Rourke O'Sullivan, coupled with clutch kicking, propelled Michaelhouse to victory.
Kearsney vs. Northwood
Northwood secured a hard-fought victory over Kearsney with a scoreline of 34-24, extending their current win streak to 2 games and maintaining their top 5 position in KZN, in a matchup that proved to be closer than anticipated.
Western Cape Tours
DHS delivered a remarkable performance, securing a massive 33-14 win over Oakdale, followed by a closely contested match against Paarl Boys, where they fell short by a mere 2 points with a score of 15-13. Maritzburg College faced tough challenges against Grey College and Paul Roos, experiencing learning curves with losses.
Glenwood and Westville:
Glenwood faced setbacks with losses to Noordheuwel and Drostdy, while Westville reclaimed their spot in schoolboy rugby with convincing wins against Durbanville and Dale.
St Charles Fixtures
St Charles secured expected wins against Ithembelihle and Hudson Park, showcasing their dominance in more moderate fixtures.
Round 7 Preview:
Michaelhouse vs. Maritzburg College:
Michaelhouse travels to Maritzburg College, aiming to extend their winning streak to double digits and close the gap as the top contenders for KZN schoolboy rugby.
Clifton College vs. St Charles (Derby)
St Charles enters the inaugural derby as heavy favorites, poised to assert their dominance in the matchup.
DHS vs. KZN Development Side
DHS faces the KZN Development Side in what is expected to be a one-sided affair, given DHS's current dominance.
Kearsney vs. Westville:
Kearsney seeks to gain momentum after a slower start to the season, while Westville aims to continue their winning form.
Northwood vs. Jeppe:
Northwood takes on Jeppe, looking to make a statement in KZN rugby with a strong performance.
Hilton College vs. Pretoria Boys High
Hilton College looks to bounce back from their previous upset and seek revenge against Michaelhouse, facing a weaker Pretoria Boys High team.
As Round 7 approaches, anticipation mounts for another weekend of thrilling matchups and intense competition in KZN schoolboy rugby. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting developments on the rugby field.
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