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Rugby Fever Returns to Potch: Potch Dorp 2 Ready for Season Opener Against Hurricanes
The wait is finally over. As the summer heat lingers, the familiar scent of freshly cut grass and the sound of thumping tackles return to one of the region’s most historic venues. This Friday, 13 February 2026, Potchefstroom Dorp Rugby Klub officially kicks off its home campaign for the year with a highly anticipated friendly fixture that promises to set the tone for a grueling season ahead. The Return to Piet Bosman Park There is a unique atmosphere that surrounds a Friday

Karen Scheepers
2 days ago2 min read


Potchefstroom Dorp Rugbyklub Navigates Hard-Fought Piet Visagie Cup Clash in Parys
The roar of the crowd and the unmistakable scent of freshly cut grass marked the official beginning of the 2026 rugby season for Potchefstroom Dorp Rugbyklub . On Saturday, 7 February 2026, the club crossed the Vaal River to face off against a formidable Parys Rugbyklub side in the fourth installment of the prestigious Piet Visagie Cup . This annual encounter has quickly become a highlight of the pre-season calendar, serving as a litmus test for the physical and tactical read

Karen Scheepers
6 days ago3 min read


The Countdown to Kick-off: Why Pre-Season Preparation is Non-Negotiable
The wait is almost over. For the players of Potchefstroom Dorp Rugby Club , the 2026 season is no longer a distant date on the calendar, it is officially here. With the first warm-up games scheduled for early February, the window to transition from "holiday mode" to "match-ready" is closing fast. In a sport as physically demanding as rugby, showing up is only half the battle. The club has made it clear that to earn a spot in the squad, players must demonstrate their commitmen

Karen Scheepers
Jan 162 min read


Registration Opens for the 2026 Rugby Season
The atmosphere in Potchefstroom is electric as the legendary Potchefstroom Dorp Rugby Club prepares to kick off its 2026 campaign. With a legacy stretching back to 1890, the club remains a cornerstone of South African grassroots rugby, fostering talent and sportsmanship in the heart of the North West. As the new season approaches, the club has officially issued a call to arms for players ready to lace up their boots and represent the "Dorp" with pride. The 2026 season promis

Karen Scheepers
Jan 52 min read


Potchefstroom Community Unites at Potjiekos & Beer Mile to Support Amelia Nasorgsentrum
The Potchefstroom community came together in an extraordinary display of unity and generosity at the Potjiekos Competition and Beer Mile , hosted by De Leeukuil and Potch Dorp Rugby Club on 1 November . The event blended friendly competition, family fun, and strong community spirit, ultimately resulting in meaningful donations and essential goods for Amelia Nasorgsentrum , a centre dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the town. Colourful gazebos, lively cooking

Karen Scheepers
Nov 18, 20252 min read


Leopards Platteland Squad Welcomes Potchefstroom Players
Local Talent Recognised Excitement is in the air as four players from Potchefstroom Dorp Rugby Club have been named in the Leopards...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 9, 20251 min read


Join Potchefstroom’s Only Junior Rugby Club
Potchefstroom boasts a proud sporting tradition, and rugby has always been at the heart of it. As the only affiliated junior rugby club...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 4, 20252 min read


Rugbyseisoen 2025 Skop Af: Potch Dorp Rugbyklub Berei Voor Vir ‘n Opwindende Afskop
Die rugbyseisoen begin amptelik hierdie naweek, en Potchefstroom Dorp Rugbyklub se veld gaan die toneel wees vir die eerste aksie van die...

Karen Scheepers
Apr 18, 20252 min read


Potchefstroom Dorp RugbyKlub Gears Up for an Exciting Season Ahead
The sound of rugby boots hitting the turf and the energy of eager players have officially returned to Potchefstroom Dorp RugbyKlub, as...

Karen Scheepers
Apr 18, 20252 min read
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