97 96 Regular players 1st term: Qhawe Balfour, Finn Calenborne, Alexandros Diakogiannis, Jarred Fitt, Owami Hlongwa, Alwande Mbonambi Ayabonga Mbuyeleni, Samelo Shweni, James Peirson, Jesse Ramsamy, Jack Reid and Joshua Velissariou 3rd and 4th term: Bupe Chiluba, Benjamin Cornell, Alexandros Diakogiannis, Tyrique Fynn, Brandon Haley, Mandu Ntinga, Lwandile Nzala, Mayihlome Soga and Azile Zembe Results 1st term: Played 6, Won 3, Lost 3 3rd and 4th term: Played 7, Won 5, Lost 2 Mr Sentle Sauli Mr Yanga Sotshangane Coaches 4th Team Basketball The team started well and quickly found their rhythm once they realised they could rapidly push the ball up the floor, catching the opposition by surprise. They played with speed and accuracy, which was unexpected at a fourth-team level. The team capitalised on their experience and dominance of the offensive boards, allowing them several second-chance scoring opportunities. The two games they lost were closely contested, with the opposition holding their nerve and staying ahead on the scoreboard. In the fourth term, the Matrics did not play, leaving significant gaps in the team due to the loss of experience and skill. However, the boys who stepped up learned a lot and, by the end of the season, were beginning to develop a playing style that suited the team’s composition. Next year, if the core of this group remains together, we can expect great things from them. Regular players 1st term: Aidan Albrecht, Riku Boshoff, Pelo Cindi, Nala Madlala, Bonga Mbhele, Solethu Mdladla, Simthembile Mkhize, Mawande Mnqayi, Caleb Saks, Zwelitsha Sibanyoni, Ethan Williams 3rd and 4th term: Bupe Chiluba, Benjamin Cornell, Brandon Haley, Tyrique Fynn, Mandu Ntinga, Lwandile Nzala, Mayihlome Soga, Matthew Olivier, Madanga Xulu and Azile Zembe Results 1st term: Played 6, Won 4, Lost 2 3rd and 4th term: Played 6, Lost 5, Drew 1 Mr Yanga Sotshangane Mr Kwanele Ngema Coaches 5th Team Basketball Basketball is fun! This was the team’s motto. Each game, while competitive, was played in good spirit, with every player giving their all and contributing to the team’s success. Practices were light-hearted and enjoyable, as the boys listened to the coach’s advice. Despite the fun, they improved as players, and some may even progress to higher-level teams next year. This team’s positive attitude and sense of enjoyment could make it the College’s best-performing sports team. Regular players 1st term: Benjamin Cornell, Tyrique Fynn, Dylan Howard, Lisu Khuzwayo, Qhawe Mdluli, Lindokuhle Mpungose, Mandu Ntinga, Lwandile Nzala, Evan Powers, Callum Steer and Nhlendlayenkosi Zulu 3rd and 4th term: Jordan Colls, Pelo Cindi, Lisu Khuzwayo, Benjamin Millar, Lathitha Mhlongo, Luhlelo Sibisi, Ntsika Shiba, Liam Steinhobel, Callum Steer, Mogau Tladi and Dylan van Tonder Results 1st term: Played 6, Won 4, Draw 2 3rd and 4th term: Played 5, Won 4, Lost 1 Mr Kwanele Ngema Mr Blessing Mngadi Coaches Back row: Hlako Rachidi, Sipho Majiza, Simo Mnqokoyi, Jamie van Wyk, Front row: Spaso Curach, James Hastings-Brown, Mr Andile Ntshingila, Mvelo Mkhize, Cullan Abrahams BASKETBALL U16A TEAM Under 16A Basketball The Under 16 group performed well in previous years and expectations were high for this group. Unfortunately, several players were unavailable this year, which impacted the team’s performance. Despite this, the team applied themselves and worked extremely hard, significantly improving over the season. The boys enjoyed an excellent St Stithians Tournament, finishing ahead of many KZN schools. The team narrowly lost some games at the Michaelhouse Tournament, exiting in the quarterfinals, but arguably deserved a better finish than sixth place. In the second half of the year, some players moved up to the 1st team, and key players were out with injuries, prompting a reshuffle. This allowed new players to prove themselves at the A-team level. Although they lost a few winnable games, the team showed passion and pride on the court and can be proud of their performances. The depth of the Under 16 group was tested, indicating sufficient player depth for strong and competitive senior teams next year. Regular players 1st term: Cullan Abrahams, Kai Cele, Spaso Curach, James Hastings-Brown, Jayden Jonsson, Sipho Majiza, Mvelo Mkhize, Simo Mnqokoyi, Hlako Rachidi and Jamie van Wyk 3rd and 4th term: Cullan Abrahams, Alexander Austin Clewlow, Spaso Curach, Lefa Kgomo, Nhlakanipho Hlongwane, Bukho Hlwatika, Kwenza Mkhize, Jordon Naicker, Hlako Rachidi, Fezile Sokhela and Jamie van Wyk Results 1st term: Played 5, Won 2, Lost 3 Michaelhouse Tournament: Played 9, Won 4, Lost 5, Finished 6th St Stithians Tournament: Played 7, Won 4, Lost 3, Finished 8th 3rd and 4th term: Played 7, Won 4, Lost 3 Mr Andile Ntshingila Mr Ntuthuko Luthuli Coaches
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