Diamantveld and Jim Fouchè battle it out in WesGrow Central Schools Showdown

The WesGrow Central School Sports Tournament delivered a thrilling weekend of competition as Kimberley’s Diamantveld High School went head-to-head with Jim Fouchè High School from Bloemfontein in an exciting clash of school rugby and hockey.

Held over two days, the tournament showcased not only sporting talent but also mutual respect and camaraderie between two of the region’s premier schools.

Rugby: Diamantveld Stamps Their Authority

Diamantveld’s rugby squads were in sensational form across all age groups, registering emphatic wins in all eight matches played. From the Under-14s right through to the senior teams, the hosts demonstrated their strength and depth on the field.

The standout performance came from the Under-16 A team, who ran riot to secure a massive 75-12 win, while the Under-19 C team shut out their opponents completely with a 66-0 thrashing. Even in the most competitive fixture of the weekend, the Under-19 A match, Diamantveld maintained composure in a tense, high-scoring encounter to claim a 46-37 victory.

Full Rugby Results:

• Under-14 A: Diamantveld 43-0 Jim Fouchè
• Under-15 A: Diamantveld 59-0 Jim Fouchè
• Under-15 B: Diamantveld 40-14 Jim Fouchè
• Under-16 A: Diamantveld 75-12 Jim Fouchè
• Under-16 B: Diamantveld 37-7 Jim Fouchè
• Under-19 A: Diamantveld 46-37 Jim Fouchè
• Under-19 B: Diamantveld 49-0 Jim Fouchè
• Under-19 C: Diamantveld 66-0 Jim Fouchè

Hockey: Jim Fouchè Turns Up the Heat

While Diamantveld shone on the rugby fields, the tides turned on the hockey astro as Jim Fouchè proved why they are a national powerhouse in school hockey. The visitors controlled every game played, dominating with a blend of technical precision and relentless attack.

In the girls’ division, Jim Fouchè’s Under-19 B team dismantled Diamantveld with a commanding 12-0 victory, the largest hockey scoreline of the weekend. Their boys’ Under-19 A side also made a statement with a convincing 5-1 win.

Full Hockey Results:

Boys:

• Under-16 A: Diamantveld 0-2 Jim Fouchè
• Under-19 A: Diamantveld 1-5 Jim Fouchè

Girls:

• Under-16 A: Diamantveld 0-6 Jim Fouchè
• Under-19 A: Diamantveld 0-2 Jim Fouchè
• Under-19 B: Diamantveld 0-12 Jim Fouchè

Sportsmanship the Real Winner

Despite the fierce competition, what truly stood out over the two days was the spirit in which the games were played. Players from both schools showed immense respect for their opponents, embodying the core values of school sport: passion, perseverance, and sportsmanship.

This weekend transcended the scoring, the victories and the on-filed tussles as it highlighted the importance of building relationships, testing limits, and learning lessons that go far beyond the field or turf. Whether it was Diamantveld’s rugby brilliance or Jim Fouchè’s hockey dominance, both schools left the weekend richer in experience.

As these schools continue their sporting journeys, the WesGrow Central Schools Sports Tournament will be remembered not just for the victories but for the character shown in both triumph and defeat.