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Alberton and Edenglen share honours in tightly contested derby

Alberton High hosted Edenglen on April 11 in a competitive derby, with both schools dominating different sporting codes.

A highly competitive derby between Alberton High School and Edenglen High School took place on April 11, with results reflecting a closely fought contest across multiple sporting codes.

Alberton High proved dominant in several junior divisions. In U14 rugby, they secured four wins compared to Edenglen’s single victory.

Alberton’s junior teams delivered a clean sweep in the U14 and U15 divisions, winning all four of their matches. Photo: Azusakhe Limba

A similar trend followed in hockey, where Alberton recorded three wins while Edenglen managed one.
On the netball courts, Alberton’s junior teams delivered a clean sweep in the U14 and U15 divisions, winning all four of their matches.

Edenglen, however, responded strongly in the senior netball category.

Alberton High seniors bringing the energy and the smiles to the court. Photo: Azusakhe Limba

In the U16 division, they claimed two wins, with their second team beating Alberton High 14-8.

Alberton secured two victories in a competitive series of matches.

Intense moments on the field as Alberton High pushes through the Edenglen defense. Photo: Azusakhe Limba

In the rugby U16 division, Edenglen edged ahead to claim the win, adding to their tally in the senior divisions.

Alberton High also stood out in strategic codes, emerging as the overall winners in both chess and tennis.

 Brackenhurst delivered an impressive performance, winning both their matches winning 17-7 against Colin Mann Primary and 32-1 against Robertsham. Photo: Azusakhe Limba

They secured convincing victories in chess across both junior and senior divisions and finished ahead in tennis with an overall result of 18-14.

The derby also included participation from Brackenhurst Primary School, Colin Mann Primary and Robertsham Primary School.

Alberton High and Edenglen High battle it out for possession in a classic line-out. Photo: Azusakhe Limba

Brackenhurst delivered an impressive performance, winning both their matches 17-7 against Colin Mann Primary and 32-1 against Robertsham.

 Alberton High and Edenglen High face off in a high-stakes battle on the hockey field. Photo: Azusakhe Limba

The day highlighted the depth of talent and competitive spirit between the schools, with Alberton excelling in junior and strategic codes, while Edenglen showed strength in senior fixtures.

 A split-second moment of action as Edenglen and Alberton fight for dominance at the line-out. Photo: Azusakhe Limba
Alberton High working hard in the trenches against a tough Edenglen side. Photo: Azusakhe Limba

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Azusakhe Limba

A journalist with a Diploma in Journalism from TUT. I write for Caxton Local Media, covering community news and events with a focus on clear, engaging storytelling. I'm passionate about using communication as a tool to inspire change, connect with communities, and promote meaningful engagement.

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