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Springbok Women’s Sevens Crowned African Champions After Flawless 2025 Run
The Springbok Women’s Sevens team delivered a dominant and historic performance at the 2025 Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Cup, lifting the trophy after defeating Kenya 22–0 in the final. Their campaign will be remembered as one of total control: South Africa did not concede a single point throughout the entire tournament , showcasing their class, discipline, and growing leadership in African women’s sevens rugby. Flawless Tournament: South Africa Concede Zero Points From the op

Karen Scheepers
Nov 17, 20252 min read


14-Men Boks Deliver a Turin Epic: Depth, Defiance, and a 32–14 Statement
A much-changed Springbok lineup authored one of the standout away wins of the northern season, beating Italy 32–14 in Turin despite playing with 14 men for almost 70 minutes. The visitors produced four tries to one, survived a long period down to 13, and finished with a late flourish that underlined squad resilience and tactical clarity. After a bruising fortnight that already featured a famous Paris triumph with 14 men, this result extended momentum on the Castle Lager Outgo

Karen Scheepers
Nov 17, 20256 min read


Springboks Silence Paris with 14-Man Masterclass to Honour Kolisi’s 100th Test
In a stirring display of resilience and precision, the Springboks stunned France 32-17 at a heaving Stade de France, celebrating Siya Kolisi’s 100th Test and Rassie Erasmus’s 50th as head coach with a performance that defied logic and expectation. Reduced to 14 men for nearly an hour after Lood de Jager’s red card, South Africa produced one of the defining victories of the season, outscoring their hosts 19-3 in the second half to register their ninth win in ten matches agai

Karen Scheepers
Nov 10, 20255 min read


Boks Start Year-End Tour with Commanding 61-7 Rout of Japan
On Saturday, 1 November 2025, the Springboks powered their way to a punishing 61-7 victory over Japan at Wembley Stadium in London, launching their five-Test European tour with both authority and ambition. In slippery, rain-soaked conditions, South Africa scored eight tries (plus a penalty try), demonstrating a familiar blend of physical dominance, precision execution and depth across the squad. The win sent a clear message to their upcoming opponents, France, Italy, Ireland

Karen Scheepers
Nov 3, 20255 min read


Pride and Power: Proteas Women Conclude Historic World Cup Journey with Silver
The Proteas Women have etched their names in cricketing history, concluding the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 as runners-up after a thrilling final against hosts India at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Despite falling short by 52 runs in the title decider, South Africa’s campaign will be remembered as a story of courage, resilience, and record-breaking brilliance. A Journey That Redefined South African Women’s Cricket For the first time ever, South Africa

Karen Scheepers
Nov 3, 20253 min read


JB Marks Municipality Celebrates Local Leader’s Election as President of Netball South Africa
The JB Marks Local Municipality has joined the nation in celebrating the historic election of Ms. Mami Diale as the President of Netball South Africa. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for local sport and leadership, highlighting the deep pool of talent and dedication nurtured within the communities of Potchefstroom and Ikageng. Image: JB Marks A Legacy of Excellence and Leadership Ms. Diale’s rise to national prominence is seen as a proud reflection of JB Marks’

Karen Scheepers
Oct 31, 20252 min read


Unbreakable Women Proteas: Wolvaardt’s Record and Kapp’s Firepower Seal South Africa’s First World Cup Final
South Africa have reached their first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Final , breaking their long-standing semi-final curse with a commanding 125-run victory over England in Guwahati on Wednesday. It was a performance for the ages, built on captain Laura Wolvaardt’s record-breaking 169 and sealed by Marizanne Kapp’s devastating five-wicket haul , as the Proteas women wrote their names into cricketing history. Wolvaardt’s Masterclass: A Captain’s Knock of Pure Class Batti

Karen Scheepers
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Captain’s Innings for the Ages, Laura Wolvaardt’s Masterclass in Guwahati
South Africa’s captain Laura Wolvaardt produced one of the greatest innings in ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup history during the semi-final against England at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati . Her magnificent 169 off 143 balls , featuring 20 fours and 4 sixes , not only anchored the Proteas’ innings but also rewrote record books, lifting South Africa to a commanding 319/7 in 50 overs and putting them one step closer to a maiden World Cup final. Leading from the Front From the f

Karen Scheepers
Oct 29, 20252 min read


Potch Track Club Honoured at the 2025 NWU Sport Awards
The 2025 NWU Sport Awards proved to be a shining moment for Potch Track Club , as its athletes and staff took center stage in recognition of a stellar year marked by international representation and record-breaking performances. The event, held at North-West University (NWU) , celebrated the dedication, resilience, and world-class talent nurtured within Potchefstroom’s athletics community. Image: Potch Track Club Athletics Merit Awards: Rising Stars on the Global Stage Four

Karen Scheepers
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Oppikampus Let'sGo Potch Marathon lights up Town
Top athletes shine as the city’s premier running event delivers record times and unforgettable moments. A Weekend of Racing Brilliance The streets of Potchefstroom came alive this past weekend as hundreds of athletes from across South Africa gathered for the Oppikampus Let’sGo Potch Marathon 2025 . The event, hosted at Cachet Park , once again delivered a celebration of endurance, community, and sporting excellence. From the crack of dawn to the last finishers crossing the l

Karen Scheepers
Oct 27, 20257 min read


South Africa Set for Semi-Final Showdown Against England
With the group stage now complete, South Africa’s campaign in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 has entered its most crucial phase. Having secured qualification, the Proteas will now face off against England women’s cricket team in the first semi-final on 29 October 2025 at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati. This is a do-or-die match and the pathway to the trophy has never been clearer. Image: Cricket South Africa Securing the Semi-Final Spot South Africa ended the league sta

Karen Scheepers
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Women Proteas Power to the Top: South Africa Crush Pakistan to Lead CWC25 Standings
South Africa’s march through the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 shows no signs of slowing. The Proteas delivered another statement win on Friday, thrashing Pakistan by 150 runs via the DLS method in Colombo to claim their fifth consecutive victory and move to the top of the tournament standings with 10 points from six games . Proteas Dominate from the Start After Pakistan captain Fatima Sana won the toss and chose to bowl, South Africa unleashed one of their most power

Karen Scheepers
Oct 22, 20253 min read


Erasmus Rewards Rising Star & Reshapes Squad for Year-End European Tour
As South African rugby turns its attention to the northern hemisphere, the Springboks are preparing for one of their most demanding year-end tours in recent memory. Head coach Rassie Erasmus has named a 36-man squad for a five-Test European series in November, blending proven World Cup champions with emerging domestic stars. The announcement marks both continuity and evolution in the Bok setup, an effort to sustain world-class dominance while nurturing the next generation. Th

Karen Scheepers
Oct 21, 20255 min read


Women Proteas Seal Semi-Final Spot with Dominant Win over Sri Lanka
The South Africa Women’s cricket team delivered a statement performance at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday, the 17th of October 2025, as they crushed hosts Sri Lanka Women’s cricket team by 10 wickets (DLS method) to move into the knockout race of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Sri Lanka’s innings was curtailed by rain and reduced to 20 overs, in which they managed only 105/7 , before Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits guided South Africa to victory without

Karen Scheepers
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Potch Track Club: A Month of Champions, From World Stages to Local Glory
Over the past 30 days, Potchefstroom Track Club (PTC) has witnessed one of its most successful and action-packed months of the year. From World Championship debuts to national cross-country triumphs and record-breaking performances , the club’s athletes have continued to demonstrate the depth of South African endurance and track talent. September and early October 2025 will be remembered as a month of resilience, teamwork, and international achievement. Global Stage Presen

Karen Scheepers
Oct 15, 20253 min read


Proteas Women Keep the Momentum: Third Straight Win Puts South Africa in Strong Semi-Final Position
The Proteas Women continued their dream run at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 , clinching a nail-biting three-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Visakhapatnam on Monday. With this result, South Africa made it three consecutive wins , climbing to third place on the points table and tightening their grip on a semi-final spot. Gritty Start by Bangladesh Bangladesh, opting to bat first, showed intent from the start but were kept under control by South Africa’s disciplin

Karen Scheepers
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Carletonville Kickboxer Charmaine Venter Becomes 2025 IMMAF World Champion
Carletonville’s very own Charmaine Venter has etched her name into the history books by winning gold at the 2025 IMMAF World...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 10, 20252 min read


South Africa Women Edge India by 3 Wickets in nail-biting match
In a thrilling finish that will go down as one of the great moments in South African women’s cricket, the Proteas stunned India with a...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 10, 20253 min read


Proteas Women’s World Cup: A Rough Start, Then Redemption
The Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 has already delivered sharp contrasts for South Africa . In their opening fixture, the Proteas were...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 7, 20253 min read


Tazmin Brits Makes ODI History with Five Centuries in 2025
South Africa’s opener Tazmin Brits has etched her name in cricket history by becoming the first woman to score five ODI centuries in a...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 7, 20253 min read
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