Potch Dorp Rugby Set to Open 2025 President League Season at Home
- Karen Scheepers
- May 8
- 3 min read
The 2025 rugby calendar enters a new chapter this weekend as Potchefstroom Dorp Rugbyklub officially begins their campaign in the Luiperds Rugby Vision Sport President and Neser A Leagues. The opening round of fixtures on Saturday, 10 May will be hosted across two Potchefstroom venues, setting the stage for a full day of club rugby action.
The highlight? A top-tier clash against Sibanye Rugby Club, the 2024 Neser League champions, along with a women’s league semi-final, making it one of the busiest and most anticipated rugby days on the local calendar.
Matchday Schedule – Saturday, 10 May 2025
🏟️ Piet Bosman Park
🕛 12:00 – Potch Dorp Women vs Ikageng (Semi-Final)
🕑 14:00 – Potch Dorp 2 vs Sibanye 2 (Neser League)
🕞 15:45 – Potch Dorp 1 vs Sibanye 1 (President League)
🏟️ Olën Park, B-Field
🕐 12:45 – Potch Dorp 3 vs Sibanye 3
All three men’s teams will be in action, providing a rare full-club showcase for local supporters. The Women’s Team, currently in strong form, enters a pivotal knockout stage in their league campaign, facing Ikageng in a must-win semi-final.
A Heavyweight Opening Test
Facing Sibanye Rugby Club in the opening round is no easy task. The club claimed last year’s Neser title and is known for physicality, set-piece precision, and depth across all divisions. For Potch Dorp, this weekend represents not only a fresh start but also an early opportunity to measure themselves against one of the strongest units in the competition.
Atmosphere and Access
With games spread across both Piet Bosman Park and Olën Park, the club is encouraging the Potchefstroom community to turn out in numbers.
📢 No own alcohol or cooler boxes are permitted.
✅ A fully operational kitchen and bar will be available at Piet Bosman Park.
"Ja, dit is die waarheid. Die Luiperds Rugby Vision Sport President en Neser A Liga begin die naweek. Kom kyk hoe ons teen die 2024 Neser Kampioene, Sibanye speel op ons tuis veld. Ons vroue speel in hulle Liga se Semi Finaal. Warra Rugby day, hey!"
Looking Ahead
This weekend’s matches are the first in a multi-month fixture list running through August, with both home and away matches against clubs across the province. Semi-finals and finals for the President and Neser Leagues are scheduled for later in the season, keeping competitive pressure high from the outset.
Full President League Fixtures – May to August
May 2025
10 May – Home vs Sibanye
17 May – Away vs Matlosana
24 May – Bye
31 May – Home vs Impala
June 2025
7 June – Home vs Welkom
14 June – Home vs Klerksdorp
21 June – Home vs Wolves
28 June – Away vs Sibanye
July 2025
5 July – Home vs Matlosana
12 July – Bye
19 July – Away vs Impala
26 July – Away vs Welkom
August 2025
2 August – Away vs Klerksdorp
9 August – Away vs Wolves
16 August – Semi-Final
23 August – Final
Rugby Day in Potch: Don’t Miss It
With four matches scheduled, a semifinal in play, and reigning champions on the field, 10 May marks one of the biggest rugby days of the year in Potchefstroom. Whether you're a lifelong supporter or a newcomer to club rugby, Saturday offers top-tier sport, strong community spirit, and a serious statement of intent from Potch Dorp Rugbyklub.
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