Coming from a successful 2025 season, the Ekurhuleni West College (EWC) men’s and ladies’ basketball teams have started the 2026 COSACSA League campaign with strong performances.

The ladies’ team opened their season with two impressive victories, beating WESTCOL 27–10 before securing another win against Tshwane South College with a 31–18 scoreline.

However, the team was later caught off guard by their arch-rivals, South West Gauteng College, who handed them a 39–23 defeat.

Despite the setback, the ladies showed promising form in the opening fixtures.

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The men’s team had a flawless start to the league, winning all three of their matches.

They defeated WESTCOL 41–25 and followed it up with a confident 27–16 win against Tshwane South College.

Their toughest test came against arch-rivals South West Gauteng College, where they narrowly won 38–37.

EWC Head of Development, Seaparo Ramaube, said the results reflect the teams’ strong start to the season and their determination to build on the success of 2025.