43 Sheffield House Housemaster’s report This year marked a new beginning for Sheffield and a new chapter in my life as Housemaster of Sheffield. I have relished the opportunity for meaningful input in the life of each boy in Sheffield and the opportunity to be part of the grand picture of this House. Life in Sheffield has its own unique rhythm to it, passed down from one year group to the next, just as our current matrics have done, and this can be sensed in the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere of the House, making it truly a “home away from home.” This year has been another busy year in the life of the College and the House. We experienced mixed successes in the inter-house competitions, with notable achievements being 1st positions in basketball, soccer and golf. Our hockey was also of a high standard, as we narrowly missed the number one spot. Our interhouse play was exceptionally written, and we clinched a close second position. Sheffield came second in the inter-house music competition as well, showcasing the amazing talent of each boy and the dedication to excel in that area. We also achieved a four-way tie in the cricket. Our focus next year is to build on a thriving academic culture in Sheffield. The Dux of the School, Anesu Chimusoro, and Liam Jansen van Rensburg, who had the second highest marks in matric, are both testament to the academic environment of Sheffield. One of the major projects in the House this year was the upgrade and refurbishment of all our bathrooms, setting a new standard for Boarding Houses. Sheffield’s motto is Deo Adjuvante Labor Proficit - which can be loosely translated as “With God’s help our labour is successful’. Our vision is for each Sheffield boy to tap into their God-given potential to grow in every respect, so that the expectancy for success drives them. Evening devotions have become an integral part of Sheffield, where the spiritual growth of our boys is paramount to the well-being of each boy. Boys are encouraged to take the lead in this important endeavour. Mr Njabulo Nkabinde joined this year as the new live-in assistant, with Mr Sanele Ngema as one of the new duty staff. Mr Senzo Mtshali has been a steady hand in the House. Together, the Sheffield duty staff have embraced and strengthened the culture of the House, adding valuable input to the lives of the Sheffield boys. The prefects of Sheffield - Siso France, Liam Jansen van Vuuren, James Gillespie and Matthew Rix, with Asande Nyawose as Head of House - have been incredible and have led the House with wisdom, passion, commitment and dedication. They are commended for this concerted effort. They have built lasting friendships in the House, leaving an indelible imprint. The prefects of 2023 have passed the baton to the new prefects of 2024, who will undoubtedly build on this fine tradition, with God spurring the House forward. Mr Naresh Mahabeer Housemaster: Sheffield SHEFFIELD HOUSE Back row (L-R): Sipho Majiza (10), Ryan Sim (11), Seth Scorer (12), Sean Diseko (12), Mihlali Sigonyela (12), Sani Sawuti (12), Gareth Fly (11), Oliver Moore-Gordon (9) 7th row: Jack White (11), Zhouhao Zhang (12), Travis Rae (10), Jordon Naicker (10), Josh van der Walt (11), Adam Zeiler (12), Joshua Wise (12), Njabulo Ngcobo (12), Alexander Schoombee (11), Tyron Keylock (11), Kristian Bunyan (11), James Hastings-Brown (10), Stephen Kruger (12) 6th row: Kemani Mabaso (11), Olly Hind (10), Finn Calenborne (11), Evan Powers (11), Jarred Fitt (11), Nardus Grundlingh (11), Luca Sandri (10), Mnikelo Madlala (12), Reece Brown (11), Riku Boshoff (12), Matthew Blair (10), Yuvaan Arbee (9), Callan Osborne (11), Rogan Strydom (11), Keegan Gevers (11), Liam Calenborne (11), Joel Steyn (10), Connor van Heerden (10) 5th row: Nala Madlala (10), Andrew James (9), Kwande Majola (10), Lwazi Mbebe (9), Liam Botha (9), Lisu Khuzwayo (11), Sandiswa Yeni (11), Reabetswe Sithole (11), Sihle Ngcobo (11), Yusuf Badat (9), Tor Lofstrand (10), Alex de Kock (9), Ethan King (9), Benjamin Millar (11), Rayyan Ahmad (9), Robert Smith (10), Kunashe Kamwendo (10), Kwandile Majola (10), Jordan Colls (11) 4th row: Carl Jansen van Vuuren (10), Keegan de Jager (9), Keegan Peters (9), Lucan Hills (9), Riley Fungurani (9), Lwandile Nzala (11), Blake Pugh (9), Pelo Cindi (11), Callum Steer (11), Jude Dyer (11), Liam Steinhobel (11), Bonga Maphanga (9), Msimelelo Mgwili (9), Mothapo Kekana (9), Gustav Swanepoel (9), Tristam Mee (9), Oagile Dingake (10), Lethokuhle Ngidi (12), 3rd row: Dylan Xiang (9), Aryan Ramnarain (11), Joshua Griffiths (10), Tyler Jelliman (10), Mandisi Mseleku (12), Ata Mazibuko (9), Mawande Mnqayi (12), Connor McNeill (9), Kyle Pullock (10), Tristan Louw (9), Lwandile Khoza (12), Dylan van Tonder (12), Jarred van Staaden (11), Alwande Mbonambi (11), Maano Setimela (12), Lithemba Shabalala (10), Nevaal Arbee (9), Ramo Sithole (9), Gus van Niekerk (9) 2nd row: Pabatso Sithole (9), Milo Matikinca (10), Qhawe Mdluli (11), Michael Hean (9), Noah Stewart (9), Zanda Mnqayi (9), Luwanda Xengxe (11), Joshua Behr (9), Ariv Raidoo (10), Caden Moodley (10), Sibonga Miya (9), Qhayiya Dilinga (9), Mofenyi Mampuru (9), Azania Thela (9), Ntsika Shiba (11), Sethembele Cindi (9), Ntsika Mkhize (9) Front row: Ethan Williams (12), Dan Riceman (12), Luc Jonker (12), Siso France (12), Mr Senzo Mtshali, Matthew Rix (12), Mr Njabulo Nkabinde, Asande Nyawose (12), Mr Naresh Mahabeer, James Gillespie (12), Mr Sanele Ngema, Liam Jansen van Rensburg (12), Anesu Chimusoro (12), Ross McClelland (12), Jaryd Savic (12), Ethan Marnitz (12), Jua van Wyk (12) (Grade shown in brackets)
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