Potch Dorp Ready for Full-Strength Weekend Showdown against Welkom

Karen Scheepers
Jun 4
2 min read

After a weekend of strong performances and spirited club unity, Potchefstroom Dorp Rugbyklub is gearing up for another action-packed Saturday as they prepare to face Welkom in what promises to be a physical and demanding day of rugby. This time, all three senior men’s teams, Firsts, Seconds, and Thirds, will take the field, setting the stage for a full-scale clash with a traditionally strong opponent.

The fixture, set to take place on Saturday, 7 June 2025, at Piet Bosman Park in Potchefstroom, is expected to attract a loyal local crowd. Known for their aggressive play and discipline, Welkom has long been a respected rival in the President and Neser Leagues, and Saturday’s encounters are shaping up to be among the hardest-fought of the season.

📍 Fixture Line-up:

Third Team vs Welkom 3
Second Team vs Welkom 2
First Team vs Welkom 1

The return of the third team to the weekend line-up is a notable boost for Potch Dorp, highlighting the club’s depth and readiness to contest across all levels. After a last-minute cancellation from Impala in the previous round, the Dorp Third Team will finally get their chance to run out in front of home fans again.

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Last weekend’s performances have injected confidence into the Potch Dorp squads. The First Team’s dominant 42–17 win over Impala and the Second Team’s nail-biting 15–14 victory showcased both composure and class under pressure. With Welkom games known to be hard, Dorp’s players will need to match that intensity from the first whistle.

🚨 Entrance Fee:

R10 per person.

Please note: No own alcohol or coolboxes are permitted. A kitchen and bar will be available for refreshments throughout the day.

🏟️ Venue:

Piet Bosman Park remains the home fortress for Potch Dorp Rugbyklub. The club has steadily built a strong home ground presence, and this Saturday promises an electric atmosphere as community members, alumni, families, and sponsors rally behind the players.

🎉 Club Culture and Community Support:

As always, the weekend is more than just about the game. It’s about gathering around the braai, watching the next generation play touch rugby on the side field, and continuing the legacy of Dorp’s tight-knit, proudly local rugby culture.

Supporters are encouraged to arrive early, wear their club colours, and stay for the full schedule of matches. The atmosphere on game day reflects the heart of the club, passionate, competitive, and family-oriented.

Potchefstroom Dorp Rugbyklub continues to grow as a community hub, with fixtures like these reinforcing the role of sport in bringing people together. Saturday’s triple-header is not just another round of league rugby; it’s a celebration of effort, legacy, and local pride.