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Highlanders run riot over Flying Eagles

The match underscored Highlanders' squad depth and rising young talent ahead of the team's June 28 clash with Utrecht.

The Boschpick Highlanders delivered a rugby masterclass on Saturday, June 21, overwhelming the Flying Eagles 109–7 at Arbor Park Sports Grounds. The Highlanders led 50–0 at halftime and never took their foot off the gas in a dominant performance that saw them cross the try-line 17 times.

Superior in skill, strength, and fitness, the Highlanders left their opponents struggling to keep pace from the opening whistle. Returning to action after a two-week break, several Highlanders players showed little rust, making the most of the one-sided encounter to build momentum and match sharpness.

Despite the lopsided scoreline, a modest but appreciative crowd enjoyed flashes of individual brilliance and flowing team play. The match also showcased a promising crop of young Highlanders talent, suggesting a bright future for the club.

Try Scorers for the Highlanders:

  • Minne Siwela (10) – 4 tries, 9 conversions

  • Sithole (8) – 1 try

  • Xolani (3) – 2 tries

  • Sizwe (14) – 2 tries

  • Zuma (19) – 1 try

  • Tino (13) – 1 try

  • Thabang (11) – 1 try

  • Banda (21) – 1 try

  • Sfundo (22) – 1 try

The team’s focus now shifts to their next fixture—a much-anticipated clash against Utrecht in Utrecht on Saturday, June 28.

A photo of Boschpick Highlanders player running.
Boschpick Highlanders against the Flying Eagles.
A picture of a Boschpick Highlander player
Boschpick vs Flying Eagles game in Arbor Park Sports ground.
A picture of a Boschpick Highlander player
Boschpick vs Flying Eagles game in Arbor Park Sports ground.
A picture of a Boschpick Highlander player
Boschpick vs Flying Eagles game in Arbor Park Sports ground.
A picture of a Boschpick Highlander player
Boschpick vs Flying Eagles game in Arbor Park Sports ground.



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Mbalenhle Butale

Since joining the Newcastle Advertiser in 2023, Mbalenhle Butale has built a reputation for fair, balanced reporting and remaining calm under pressure. She believes every day brings a new adventure and an opportunity to share the stories that matter most. Do you have a story to share? Email her at nnadv@caxton.co.za

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