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Rugby365 • 27th March 2026

' Noord Suid' sets stage for explosive schoolboy clashes

The North-South tournament kicks off in Pretoria this weekend, signalling a high-stakes season.

Rugby365 • 26th March 2026

The five biggest clashes at the North-South tournament

Rugby365 looks ahead to the more intriguing match-ups at the North-South tournament staged at Affies in Pretoria over the next five days.

Rugby365 • 25th March 2026

De Villiers: SA schools rugby stronger than ever

Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers chats to Jon Cardinelli about the rise of schoolboy rugby and the decision to throw his weight behind a national Under-16 tournament in Paarl.

Rugby365 • 25th March 2026

Resurgent UJ ready to end play-off drought

Coach Therlow Pietersen credits cultural changes as well as a fresh identity for UJ’s impressive run of results in this year’s Varsity Cup.

Rugby365 • 22nd March 2026

Paul Roos thump Affies to deliver early season statement

Paul Roos hammered Affies in Stellenbosch while Drostdy, Michaelhouse and Nico Malan scored upsets in other games staged around the country.

Rugby365 • 20th March 2026

Paul Roos brace for 'Wit Bulle'

Paul Roos will have a score to settle with Affies in Stellenbosch on another action-packed weekend of schoolboy rugby.

Rugby365 • 19th March 2026

Paul Roos v Affies 'like a one-off between Boks and All Blacks'

Paul Roos will have a point to prove when they face a powerful Affies outfit in one of the biggest interprovincial clashes of the season.

Rugby365 • 18th March 2026

Varsity Cup play-off permutations: How former champs could miss out

UCT or Shimlas could find themselves surplus to Varsity Cup play-off requirements in the coming weeks, while CUT face a fight to avoid automatic relegation.

Rugby365 • 15th March 2026

Stellenberg stun Paarl Gym on weekend of upsets

Stellenberg claimed a shock win against Paarl Gym while Hilton and Jeppe scored upsets on a memorable weekend of schoolboy rugby.

Rugby365 • 13th March 2026

Oakdale brace for Grey College assault

Oakdale’s defence will be put to the test against an attack-minded Grey College, while other heavyweight fixtures play out in the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal this weekend.

Rugby365 • 12th March 2026

UCT primed to peak as Varsity Cup nears business end

UCT coach Robbie Fleck looks ahead to the big derby against Maties and explains why the Ikeys have taken four rounds to hit their stride.

Rugby365 • 11th March 2026

Paarl Gym coach: SA's pool of top schools has grown

Paarl Gym coach Pieter Rossouw has marked the rise of South Africa’s burgeoning rugby schools and believes that the 2026 season may be the most competitive yet.

Rugby365 • 8th March 2026

Grey College put Welkom Gym to the sword

Grey College thrashed Welkom Gym 109-3 in Bloemfontein on Saturday, while Outeniqua, Helpmekaar and Diamantveld also claimed significant wins.

Rugby365 • 5th March 2026

Diamonds target big scalp of Monnas

Diamantveld face an early test in the shape of Monument while several leading Eastern Cape teams will feature at the Ooskus Gym festival this weekend.

Rugby365 • 4th March 2026

Eagles feel the heat after UJ loss

The NWU Eagles will be desperate for a win in Bloemfontein next week as their campaign reaches a key phase.

Rugby365 • 3rd March 2026

Grey weather Bloem storm to start season on winning note

Grey College and Welkom Gym claimed victories in rain-affected matches staged at the President Steyn Sports Day in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Rugby365 • 26th February 2026

Paul Roos coach: Rassie Erasmus has created SA culture of innovation

Paul Roos coach Corné Uys says that Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus has shattered South African rugby stereotypes and encouraged local coaches to think differently about the game.

Rugby365 • 26th February 2026

Bumper schools season to kick off in Bloem

Grey College will be in action at the President Steyn Sports Day this weekend as the 2026 schoolboy rugby season gets underway.

Rugby365 • 25th February 2026

The Varsity Cup side turning heads with their big scalps

Tuks are in a strong position to host a Varsity Cup play-off thanks to their recent wins against former champions UCT and Shimlas.

Rugby365 • 19th February 2026

Regional schools preview 2026: Central and KZN

Grey College will have a point to prove against the other national heavyweights this season, while Durban High School and Westville will scrap for the KwaZulu-Natal crown.