Ashton International College Ballito’s girls’ indoor hockey programme achieved a milestone season, with all three teams finishing in the top three of the KZN A League.

The players delivered standout performances across all three girls’ age groups in the highly competitive provincial indoor hockey A League, after the 1st team was promoted from the B League.

KZN’s top indoor league features nine leading schools: Curro Hillcrest, Danville Park Girls’ High School, Durban Girls’ College, Our Lady of Fatima, Maris Stella, Reddam House Umhlanga, St Mary’s DSG, Thomas More College and Ashton.

Competing in the elite division, Ashton’s U14A, U16A and 1st teams all secured third place in their respective leagues, marking the first time the school has achieved top three finishes across the board. Ashton also finished as the highest-ranked co-ed school in KZN.

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The U14A and U16A teams each recorded six wins from eight matches, while the 1st team secured five wins and a draw from their eight fixtures.

The 1st team’s momentum continued beyond the league. They won a bronze medal at the Thomas More College Summer Series in Kloof to close the indoor campaign on a high.

Head of girls’ sport in the senior college, Erdine Coetzee, praised the programme’s rapid rise.

“Our indoor hockey programme has made a powerful statement this season,” said Coetzee.

“This milestone reflects the hard work, commitment and belief of our players and coaches.”

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