Hoërskool Middelburg Makes History at Belgotex Sport Easter Hockey Tournament

Hoërskool Middelburg has made history at the Belgotex Sport Easter Hockey Festival by securing a spot in the Cup final after a convincing 3-0 victory over Rustenburg Girls’ High School in the semi-finals. The Mpumalanga school will now face Somerset College in the title-decider on Saturday at 17:20 on the Hartleyvale A Astroturf.

Middies, considered one of the dark horse teams entering the tournament, proved their worth by dominating their opponents from the start. They kicked off the competition with two impressive wins on the opening day, followed by emphatic victories on day two to secure first place in their group.

Their journey to the final was not without challenges, as they were held to a goalless draw in the quarterfinals against Woodridge College, but managed to advance after winning a penalty shootout. In the semi-finals, they faced a tough test against Rustenburg but rose to the occasion with a 3-0 win.

Coach Alti Nel expressed her excitement for her team’s success, highlighting the tough matches they had to overcome to reach the final. The team’s performance has been commendable, and they have proven themselves as strong contenders in the tournament.

In the second semi-final, Somerset College secured a 2-1 victory over Monument, dashing the defending champions’ hopes of retaining their title. The final day promises more thrilling action, with Hermanus facing Belville High in the Super Bowl final and an Eastern Cape derby between Kingswood College and Stirling High in the Shield final.

The final day’s action will be live on SuperSport Schools, providing fans with the opportunity to witness the culmination of an exciting tournament. Don’t miss the final showdown between Somerset College and Hoërskool Middelburg as they battle it out for the prestigious Cup title.