Rugby honour for Scottburgh High girls
Anthony Fourie assisted in establishing the programme.
Girls rugby is new to Scottburgh High, but two learners have already taken their game to provincial level.
Anika Smit and Londeka Mpungose were selected for the KwaZulu-Natal U17 girls’ team, marking an exciting milestone in the school’s first season of girls rugby.
For Grade 10 wing, Londeka Mpungose, the selection exceeded her expectations. Having only recently been introduced to the sport, she had not imagined progressing so far so quickly.
The experience brought new friendships and valuable lessons. Although she sustained an injury, Londeka Mpungose enjoyed learning more about rugby and hopes to play again.
She particularly enjoys playing on the wing, where she can use her speed, and identified teamwork, patience and self-control as skills to develop.
Prop Anika Smit experienced the emotional highs and lows of provincial competition.
Joining new teammates was initially daunting, and one defeat left players in tears. Yet the disappointment was balanced by the joy of celebrating victories together, and she remains determined to continue playing.
Anthony Fourie, from the United Kingdom, assisted in establishing the programme at Scottburgh High.
Anika and Londeka have received school honours for rugby. Scottburgh High congratulates both learners on turning a new sporting opportunity into provincial achievement.
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