Diamantveld dominates netball and rugby as Trio shines in hockey at Wesgrow Central Sports Tournament

The annual Wesgrow Central Schools Sports Tournament between Hoërskool Diamantveld and Trio High School served up a full day of intense interschool rivalry this past weekend in Kimberley, with netball, rugby, and hockey matches bringing the schools' sporting spirit to life.

From the very first whistle, the tone for the day was set: fierce competition, passionate players, and dedicated supporters cheering on from the sidelines. Diamantveld High School (DHS) wasted no time asserting its dominance on both the netball courts and rugby fields, while Trio High School made their biggest statement on the hockey pitch.

Clean sweep on the netball court

In the netball division, Diamantveld delivered a flawless performance, winning every one of their matches across all age groups. From the U/14C team to the senior U/19A side, DHS showcased sharp passing, fast transitions, and clinical shooting. Trio, to their credit, never gave up the fight, demonstrating resilience, passion, and admirable grit, but ultimately couldn’t stop the relentless momentum of the Kimberley side.

Netball results:

U/14

• DHS 14C def. Trio 14C: 18–9
• DHS 14B def. Trio 14B: 26–11
• DHS 14A def. Trio 14A: 32–10

U/15

• DHS 15C def. Trio 15C: 19–12
• DHS 15B def. Trio 15B: 36–5
• DHS 15A def. Trio 15A: 23–10

U/16

• DHS 16B def. Trio 16B: 28–7
• DHS 16A def. Trio 16A: 31–13

U/19

• DHS 19C def. Trio 19C: 18–15
• DHS 19B def. Trio 19B: 28–18
• DHS 19A def. Trio 19A: 36–19

Rugby: Fierce battles, one slip for DHS

On the rugby side, Diamantveld’s dominance continued with a string of impressive victories, losing only a single match throughout the day. The only dent in their campaign came from the U/16B fixture, where Trio pulled off a strong performance to win 27–0. Despite that setback, the Kimberley-based school showed why it remains one of the top rugby contenders in the region.

The standout fixture was undoubtedly the U/16A clash, which attracted the largest crowd of the day. Leading into the game, both teams were neck and neck in the season’s rankings. But when the whistle blew, it was Diamantveld who rose to the occasion, securing a convincing 40–22 win in a match filled with thrilling breaks, bone-rattling tackles, and an electric atmosphere.

Rugby Results:

U/14

• DHS 14B def. Trio 14B: 43–0
• DHS 14A def. Trio 14A: 26–12

U/15

• DHS 15B def. Trio 15B: 33–24
• DHS 15A def. Trio 15A: 29–26

U/16

• Trio 16B def. DHS 16B: 27–0
• DHS 16A def. Trio 16A: 40–22

U/19

• DHS 19C def. Trio 19C: 48–12
• DHS 19B def. Trio 19B: 26–5
• DHS 19A def. Trio 19A: 38–10

Trio Turns the Tables in Hockey

While the netball and rugby may have gone in Diamantveld's favour, Trio High School had the final say in the hockey section of the tournament. The visiting side stunned DHS with a clean sweep of their own, dominating in both the girls' and boys' matches. Diamantveld have been struggling in recent times with their hockey performances, something they will need to work on if they want to improve in the future.

Trio’s girls teams were ruthless in front of goal, scoring a combined 17 goals across their three matches while conceding just 2. The boys weren’t far behind, netting 7 goals and only allowing 1 in response.

Their performance was nothing short of clinical—organised defence, quick ball movement, and composure in front of goal set them apart. It was a powerful reminder that while they may have fallen short in netball and rugby, Trio is a force to be reckoned with on the turf.

Hockey Results:

Girls

• Trio 16A def. DHS 16A: 5–0
• Trio 19B def. DHS 19B: 5–0
• Trio 19A def. DHS 19A: 7–2

Boys

• Trio 16A def. DHS 16A: 2–0
• Trio 19A def. DHS 19A: 5–1

A day of school pride and sportsmanship

Beyond the scoreboard, the day highlighted the value of interschool sports: unity, character, and resilience. Whether it was Diamantveld’s dominant displays or Trio’s pride-restoring hockey wins, both schools walked away with lessons, memories, and the spirit of true sportsmanship.

The Wesgrow Central Sports Tournament continues to be an important platform for nurturing school-level talent in the Northern Cape. Events like these not only foster healthy competition but also build lifelong friendships and a strong sense of school pride.

As one parent on the sidelines put it, "These are the games the kids will remember for years. It's not just about winning; it's about playing with heart."