Final Squad Revealed as Leopards Women Prepare for 2026 Super League 2 Campaign
- Karen Scheepers
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
The final squad announcement for the 2026 Leopards Senior Women’s Rugby team, marks a milestone for women's rugby development across the North West province. Sourced from various prominent regional club structures, the selection showcases a diverse pool of talent ready to compete in the Pick n Pay Women’s Super League 2. Club systems such as Potch Dorp, Matlosana, Ikageng, Sibanye, Mmabatho, NWU Mafikeng, and Impala have all contributed key players to this year's provincial roster.
Provincial Squad Breakdown by Club
The 2026 squad relies heavily on established local club combinations to build regional cohesion. The player distribution across the contributing clubs includes:
Potch Dorp: Lara De Wet, Lizzy Abrahams, Martha Yokwane, Kiara Sada, Michelle Booysen, Kiarra Langeveldt, Fodo Mafageng, Kat Pomane, Onie Sihlobo.
Matlosana: Gofaone Selahla, Portia Mariquele, Disemolo Motaung, Amzolele Gqola, Phumelela Ngoyo, Sisizwe Mlaza, Lisa Gwala, Dineo Nthaeng, Tsholo Mokhutsane, Sisanda Magodo, Khalipa Gama.
Sibanye: Mamello Lenka, Realeboga Maine, Mosima Matshoga, Randy Nkotswana, Miranda Nogemane.
Mmabatho: Kamogelo Letsapa, Kwakho Albert, Abigail Motshabi.
Ikageng: Linda Mbinda, Esona.
NWU Mafikeng: Caroline Mamupu.
Impala: Okuhle Njemla.
Complete 2026 Leopards Women Fixture Schedule
The competitive roadmap details the full schedule for the Leopards Women. The team will navigate seven rounds of competition, which includes three consecutive home fixtures at Olën Park Stadium in Potchefstroom and three away matches, alongside a designated bye in Round 4.
Round | Date | Time | Fixture (Home vs. Away) | Venue |
Round 1 | 4 July 2026 | 13:00 | Limpopo Blue Bulls vs. Leopards Women | University of Limpopo |
Round 2 | 11 July 2026 | 12:30 | SWD EAGIRLS vs. Leopards Women | Outeniqua Park, George |
Round 3 | 18 July 2026 | 13:00 | Leopards Women vs. Hollywood Foundation Pumas Women | Olën Park Stadium, Potchefstroom |
Round 4 | 25 July 2026 | — | BYE (No Fixture) | — |
Round 5 | 1 August 2026 | 13:00 | Leopards Women vs. AVBOB Griquas Women | Olën Park Stadium, Potchefstroom |
Round 6 | 8 August 2026 | 13:00 | Leopards Women vs. Griffons | Olën Park Stadium, Potchefstroom |
Round 7 | 15 August 2026 | 12:00 | Valke vs. Leopards Women | Barnard Stadium |
Final Whistle
With the final roster locked in and the tournament schedule established, the Leopards Senior Women’s team enters the 2026 season with a structured path ahead. The combination of grassroots club talent and a balanced mix of home and away fixtures sets the foundation for their upcoming campaign in the national tier.
All image credits: Leopards Rugby Woman
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