The sun rises over King Edward VII School this morning, casting a soft golden glow across the fields. It’s the final day of the 21st Annual KES Easter Rugby Festival, and the air is electric with anticipation. After a weekend brimming with fierce competition, incredible displays of skill, and unwavering school spirit, today (April 21) will be the climax of it all. The atmosphere is charged, a buzz of excitement reverberating through the grounds, as teams prepare to battle it out for one last time.
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From rugby to hockey, every corner of the festival is alive with the promise of thrilling action. The weather is perfect—clear skies, a gentle breeze, and the right amount of warmth to make this day one to remember. As the clock ticks toward the first match, the excitement is palpable. The war cries echo from every direction, each school adding its voice to the chorus of support for their teams. The players are ready, the supporters are primed, and the stage is set for a day that will be etched in the memory of every spectator.
The rugby fixtures today are as follows:
09:00 Pearson High School vs Hoërskool Eldoraigne
10:15 – Queens College Boys’ High School vs Rondebosch Boys’ High School
11:30 – Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool vs Selborne College
12:45 – Parktown Boys’ High School vs Hudson Park High School
14:00 – Hoërskool Noordheuwel vs Jeppe High School for Boys
15:15 – King Edward VII School vs Northwood School
The hockey fixtures are set to unfold at the Weinberg Astro:
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07:30 – Jeppe High School for Boys vs Queens College
08:50 – Selborne College vs Glenwood High School
10:10 – Pearson High School vs Kearsney College
11:30 – Maritzburg College vs Hoërskool Eldoraigne
12:50 – King Edward VII School vs Northwood School
14:10 – St Charles College vs Hoërskool Waterkloof
15:30 – Helpmekaar Kollege vs Parktown Boys’ High School
This weekend has been a celebration of what sport means at its heart: rivalries that stretch across years, fierce competition that is tempered with the spirit of camaraderie, and a deep-rooted pride in each school’s history. Every match has been more than just a game; it’s been a testament to the dedication, passion, and hard work of every player and supporter. With the chants, the cheers, and the relentless pursuit of victory today, the festival reaches its peak.
Albert Smit from Affies kicks a conversion shot. Photo: Naziya Davids-Easthorpe
As the final matches draw near, it’s clear that the 21st Annual KES Easter Rugby Festival has been a weekend to remember. For the players, the coaches, the families, and the supporters, it has been a time of unforgettable moments, and no matter the result, each participant leaves with something far greater than a mere victory or loss: a deep sense of pride, a memory etched forever in their hearts, and the knowledge that they were part of something truly special.
Rogan van den Berg. Photo: Naziya Davids-Easthorpe
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