Squash / Netball / Hockey / Tennis / Rock Climbing
Squash
Our squash teams continue to impress both on and off the court. This week brought an exciting challenge as both our teams competed in their Squash Youth League.
The A Team rose to the occasion with an outstanding performance, securing a well-deserved victory over the Boys’ A league side. Their grit, skill, and teamwork shone through every rally, proving once again that the Rustenburg team can compete at the highest level.
Meanwhile, the B Team faced a tough encounter and, despite showing great determination, narrowly lost their fixture. Their sportsmanship and fighting spirit were commendable, and the experience gained will no doubt strengthen them for the matches ahead.
We are incredibly proud of both teams for their courage in stepping into this challenging league and for the manner in which they represented Rustenburg.
See results below
| RGHS A | WBHS | Score |
| Tara Neville-Smyly | Player 1 | 1-3 |
| Genevieve Lang | Player 2 | 3-1 |
| Emma Hilton | Player 3 | 3-1 |
| Morgan Hunter | Player 3 | 3-0 |
| Bonus Points | 2-0 | |
| Score | 12-5 |
| RGHS B | Herschel | Score |
| Isla Barbour | Player 1 | 0-3 |
| Grace Bowley | Player 2 | 2-3 |
| Lucy Hilton | Player 3 | 0-3 |
| Abi McKay | Player 3 | 1-3 |
| Bonus Points | 0-2 | |
| Score | 3-14 |
We are extremely proud to announce that Genevieve Lang (Grade 8) has been selected to represent Western Province in the U15 Growthpoint SA Junior Nationals. This is a phenomenal achievement that reflects her hard work, discipline, and passion for the sport.
Being chosen for the national team places her among the top junior squash players in the country, a testament to the many hours of training and commitment she has dedicated to her game. We look forward to following her journey and celebrating her continued success as she represents Rustenburg on this prestigious stage.
Congratulations, Genevieve—we are cheering you on.
Netball
Matches vs Herschel
On Thursday, 21 August, our netball teams faced off against Herschel in a series of matches. The senior teams travelled to Herschel, while our junior teams played on home turf with passion and grit. The afternoon’s highlights included brilliant victories for our U14C and U16A teams. These games served as the perfect warm-up for the upcoming PGSGU netball tournament, giving our players a chance to test their skills against tough competition. Every team gave it their all, playing with heart and fighting to the final whistle.
The results were as follows:
| TEAM | RESULT | WINNER |
| U14A | 25-29 | Herschel |
| U14B | 5-31 | Herschel |
| U14C | 13-10 | Rustenburg |
| U14D | 11-20 | Herschel |
| U15A | 14-17 | Herschel |
| U15B | 2-25 | Herschel |
| U16A | 12-4 | Rustenburg |
| U16B | 9-29 | Herschel |
| U17A | 5-12 | Herschel |
| U19A | 22-30 | Herschel |
PGSGU Netball Tournament
Despite a last-minute venue change due to a cold front, the spirit of netball shone brightly at the PGSGU tournament this past Saturday, 23 August! Herschel and St. Cyprians graciously hosted our teams, and the day was nothing short of spectacular.
Our U19A team delivered a sensational performance. Despite an injury-plagued season, they proved their mettle by defeating Herschel 22-14 and securing a well-deserved joint second place with Springfield. The team showcased incredible talent and flawless execution of their coach’s game plan.
The U17A team had a solid showing, securing a fourth-place finish. Our U16A team was a force to be reckoned with, dominating the tournament and narrowly missing the top spot by placing third. Meanwhile, our U15A team, though short on players, showed remarkable determination and resilience, flying the Rustenburg flag high.
Congratulations to all our netball players for their outstanding performances and for making us incredibly proud!
Hockey
Hockey vs Somerset College and Springfield
The penultimate weekend of hockey matches saw our teams battling it out against familiar opposition in Springfield and Somerset West.
Despite rain interruptions and a packed schedule, our teams were determined to make the last matches of the season memorable.
With the U19A team having played their match against Somerset College already, it was the turn of the rest of the team to maintain the entertainment value set by the two U19A teams.
Results vs Somerset College:
| DATE | TEAM | OPPOSITION | RESULT | SCORERS |
| 22 August | RGHS U14A | Somerset College U14A | Drew 0-0 | |
| 22 August | RGHS U14B | Somerset College U14B | Won 5-0 | Ava Prinsloo x 3, Leena Peters & Morgan Marais |
| 22 August | RGHS U16A | Somerset College U16A | Drew 0-0 | |
| 22 August | RGHS U16B | Somerset College U16B | Won 2-0 | Kadi Okuka & Jenna Pearce |
| 22 August | RGHS U16C | Somerset College U16C | Won 3-0 | Olivia Ansell, Charlotte Southwood and Amy Wilson |
| 19 August | RGHS U19A | Somerset College U19A | Drew 3-3 | Zoe-Jane Cole, Ally Goulding and Kate Naiker |
| 22 August | RGHS U19B | Somerset College U19B | Won 2-1 | Helen Bamford x 2 |
Congratulations to all the teams on the excellent results against College.
Played 7 | Won 4 | Drew 3 | Lost 0| Scored 15 | Conceded 4
The final league games of the season were against Springfield, on a blistery, typical Cape Town winter’s day – the appropriate way to end a winter season.
Results vs Springfield:
| DATE | TEAM | OPPOSITION | RESULT | SCORERS |
| 23 August | RGHS U14A | Springfield U14A | Won 2-1 | Caelynn Green |
| 23 August | RGHS U14B | Springfield U14B | Won 1-0 | Lily Hardy |
| 23 August | RGHS U16A | Springfield U16A | Drew 1-1 | Georgia Parr |
| 23 August | RGHS U16B | Springfield U16B | Won 2-1 | Philippa du Toit & Nina McDiarmid |
| 23 August | RGHS U16C | Springfield U16C | Won 3-0 | Charlotte Southwood x 2, Olivia Ansell |
| 23 August | RGHS U16D | Herschel U16D | Drew 0-0 | |
| 26 August | RGHS U19A | Springfield U19A | Won 2-1 | Tatum Malherbe & Ashley Henwood |
| 23 August | RGHS U19B | Springfield U19B | Won 1-0 | Juliette Meyer |
Played 8 | Won 6 | Drew 2| Lost 0| Scored 12| Conceded 4
Our U16A and U19A teams played their last home matches of the season against Wynberg Girls on Wednesday, 27 August. The U16A team was in a bullish mood, brushing their opponents aside with a dominant 3-0 victory, with goals coming from Ife Mbamalu, Emma Taylor and Madi Staub.
The U19A match was a lot tighter, with the visitors fighting for a point to remain in the top division. A draw was good enough, as the game ended 1-1, with the spoils being shared.
Congratulations to Emily Gray, who reached the milestone of 150 caps on the occasion of her last home game. The last member of the 150 club was crowned – a fitting way to end their school league careers, on their home turf.
The U14A, U16A, and U19A teams are playing in the annual PGSGU Hockey tournament on 29 and 30 August. Please come and support our teams. Fixtures below:
Tennis
Emilia Parolis (Grade 8) won the Girls U14A Singles Tennis Tournament in Meadowridge on 24 August 2025. We would like to congratulate her on this incredible achievement.
Rock Climbing
