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Defending champs Northern Academy exit Curro Halala Cup

Rosina Sedibane ended the Polokwane team's title defence 2-0 at HeronBridge College, with St Anne's Technical going on to lift the 2026 trophy.

POLOKWANE – Defending champions Northern Academy were knocked out of the Curro Halala Cup after losing 2-0 to Rosina Sedibane at HeronBridge College this past weekend.

The tournament brought together schools competing for a place in the finals and a chance to be crowned champions.

Rosina Sedibane showed strong determination and teamwork to secure their place in the next stage of the competition.

Durban High and Clapham High advance

Durban High School also impressed on day two, recording a convincing 4-0 win. The result helped them finish second in Pool D and book their place in the Curro Halala Cup knockout stages.

A Durban High School player is challenged during their 4-0 win over Vaal High School on day two of the Curro Halala Cup. Photo: Supplied

Clapham High also secured their place in the quarterfinals after a strong performance.

A Clapham High player prepares to strike the ball. Photo: Supplied

Meanwhile, Meridian Pinehurst and Norkem Park played a closely contested match that ended in a 0-0 draw.

A Meridian Pinehurst player in white breaks away from a Norkem Park defender. Photo: Supplied

St Anne’s crowned champions

St Anne’s Technical High School emerged as the last team standing, lifting the Curro Halala Cup as 2026 champions.

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Ronewa Phaladi

Ronewa Phaladi is an intern journalist for Review Online.

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