Sports Update 5 March 2026

Tennis

Our Tennis Team delivered an outstanding performance this week as they competed for 1st/2nd position in the Super League against St Cyprian’s School.

In what can only be described as a thrilling and closely contested encounter, the match ended in a 3–3 draw. Every couple fought with determination, composure, and incredible team spirit, showcasing the depth of talent and resilience within our squad.

The outcome was decided by the narrowest of margins — we lost by just one point in the doubles match. While the result may not have gone our way, the performance was nothing short of exceptional. To push a top side to the very end and fall short by a single point speaks volumes about the character, commitment, and competitive edge of our players.

This match was a true reflection of what school sport is about: courage under pressure, unity as a team, and pride in representing our school with excellence.

We are immensely proud of the team for earning their place in the 1st/2nd playoff and for the fighting spirit they displayed throughout the season. The future of our tennis programme is incredibly bright.

Encouragingly, teams 2-6 have represented the school with pride, demonstrating excellent sportsmanship and teamwork both on and off the court. Their commitment to training and willingness to challenge themselves early in the season has contributed positively to their overall growth and performance.

We congratulate all our Tennis players on their hard work and determination thus far and look forward to their continued development as the league unfolds.

See results below:

DateTeamOppositionResult
Monday 2 March1st TeamSt CypriansDrew 3-3 overallRelied on doubles points and we fell 4–8 on doubles points
Tuesday 3 March2nd TeamJan Van RiebeeckWon 10 – 2
Tuesday 3 March3rd TeamHerschelLost 4 – 8
Tuesday 3 March4th TeamFish Hoek Won 6 – 0
Tuesday 3 March5th TeamN/AN/A
Tuesday 3 March6th TeamSpringfieldDrew 3-3 overall. Relied on doubles points and we fell 4–8 on doubles points

PGSGU Tennis at RGHS – Monday, 9 March

We are excited to host the PGSGU Tennis Teams at RGHS on Monday, 9 March! Matches will run from 14:00 to 18:00, and we invite everyone to come out and cheer on our players as they aim to defend our trophy and keep it at RGHS.

Let’s show our support and help our teams play their best!

Tennis: WP Synergy Cup

Rylie Hodgkiss (Grade 11) proudly represented WP Tennis at the Synergy Cup this past weekend, competing for the A Team. She played her heart out against strong opposition from the Boland Cavaliers and Eden District.

Her determination, skill, and fighting spirit contributed to an outstanding team performance, securing second place and a well-earned silver medal.

We are incredibly proud of Rylie for representing her province with such commitment and excellence. Congratulations on a fantastic achievement!

Water Polo

The final week of Nite Series League Fixtures was completed this week, ending on a high note for Rustenburg, defeating Westerford with a 6-4 victory. From chucker to chucker, the team fought hard and conquered their battle as one united force. 

Thank you to our fellow u/14 and u/16 players who came out to support our u/19 team as they wrap up their 2026 season.

Goal Scorers: 

  • X1 Jessica Munro
  • X1 Jade Jarvis
  • X1 Olivia Figaji
  • X1 Isabelle Smuts
  • X1 Jessica Gray

Touch Rugby

Another thrilling week in the WP Girls Touch Rugby League! Our Touch Rugby Team showed skill, discipline, and teamwork in every fixture, proving once again why they are such a strong force.

The players represented RGHS with pride, determination, and true sportsmanship. Well done to the team for their ongoing dedication — you make the school proud! 

See results below:

DateTeamOppositionResult
Friday 13 Feb1st Team                         BYE
2nd TeamCHS 1Lost  0-2
3rd TeamWGHS 1Lost 2-5
4 thTeam                       BYE

Indoor Hockey

Rustenburg Girls’ Indoor Hockey finished the indoor season against Fairmont High School on Wednesday, 25 February 2026. 6 Teams went to play with Rustenburg winning 2, drawing 2 and losing 2. It was an exciting evening of hockey with all matches being very tightly contested. Team 3’s Leila King scored her third hat trick of the indoor season to cap an impressive display in front of goals. Team 8 finished their season with yet another win, having only lost 1 game in the 6 matches that they played this season. We are extremely proud of every single learner who represented Rustenburg in indoor hockey this term. 

TeamOpponent 1Score
Team 3Fairmont 33-2
Under 14Fairmont u142-3
Team 5Fairmont 50-3
Team 6Fairmont 61-1
Team 7Fairmont 72-2
Team 8Farimont 92-0

Field Hockey

Good luck to the learners who were selected to play for their respective age groups in festivals this coming weekend. The U14 Team are playing in the Quest for the Best Festival at Rhenish, while the U16 and U19 teams are playing in The Spar Festival at Durbanville and Stellenberg, respectively. 

Date and TimeTeamOpponent Venue
06 March, 16:15U14 GirlsDF AkademieRhenish
06 March, 17:45U14 GirlsLa RochelleBloemhof
07 March, 08:00U14 GirlsRhenishRhenish
07 March, 14:45U14 GirlsParel ValleiRhenish
07 March, 08:30U16 GirlsRhenishDurbanville High School
07 March, 10:00U16 GirlsBloemhofDurbanville High School
07 March, 11:00U16 GirlsDurbanvilleDurbanville High School
07 March, 12:30U16 GirlsFairmontDurbanville High School
08 March, 08:30U18 GirlsThe SettlersStellenberg High School
08 March, 09:30U18 GirlsHTS DrostdyStellenberg High School
08 March, 10:30U18 GirlsStellenbergStellenberg High School
08 March, 12:30U18 GirlsHerschelStellenberg High School

Non-School Sport: Rowing

We are proud to announce that Lana de Klerk (Grade 11) has been selected as part of the Peninsula Girls’ Rowing Squad to compete at the South African Schools Championship Regatta, taking place at Roodeplaat Dam, Gauteng, from 6–8 March 2026.

The team will depart Cape Town on Wednesday, 4 March, travelling to Pretoria to prepare for this prestigious national event.

Being selected to compete at a national championship is a remarkable achievement and a testament to Lana’s dedication, discipline, and commitment to her sport.

We wish Lana and the Peninsula Girls’ Rowing squad every success as they compete on the national stage. The entire RGHS community is behind you — row strong and make us proud! 

Non-School Sport: Xterra Triathlon

Three Rustybugs took on the challenging XTERRA South Africa event on 1 March in extremely tough weather conditions. Heavy rain the night before nearly led to the event being cancelled, and both the mountain bike and trail run routes had to be adjusted for safety. To add to the drama, it even hailed during the event!

Despite the conditions, our athletes showed remarkable grit and determination:

  • Tamryn van Aswegen (Grade 10) competed in the Youth B (16/17) Triathlon — 500m swim, 11km mountain bike, and 6km trail run.
  • Katelyn Meiring (Grade 9) competed in the Youth A (14/15) Triathlon — 250m swim, 7km mountain bike, and 2.5km trail run.
  • Julia Walker (Grade 10) competed in the 6km trail run.

A special congratulations to Tamryn van Aswegen and Katelyn Meiring, who both placed in the Top 5 in their age groups, earning qualification slots for the World XTERRA Youth Championships in Ruidoso, New Mexico!

We are incredibly proud of our learners for their resilience, courage, and outstanding achievements.