School Magazine 2016

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL LEoParD’s VoicE choir Back: Liyabona Nkombisa, Buyile Sphambo, Kholosa Gxabe, Siyavuya Hashe, Libolwethu Feni, Sihle Mginywa, Asher Pearse Middle: Elona Melane, Bavuyise Manyakanyaka, Aphiwe Mbejeni, Sibongwa Jwayiza, Hlumelo Kulati, Uminathi Anthony, Sechaba Makaula, Hlumelo Jubase, Oyisa Katshaza, Yibanathi Ben seated: Sixolile Lamani, Mothusi Kabi, Blaine Jacobs, Sange Loliwe, Mrs Priscilla Glover, Kamva Ntapu, Hlumelo Shelle, Lelethu Cekiso, Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza cathEDraL choir Back: Mothusi Kabi, Siyavuya Hashe, Uminathi Anthony, Lelethu Cekiso, Hlumelo Kulati, Sihle Mginywa Middle: Liqhame Beja, Bayanda Mthetho, Lelami Ngoqo, Xolisa Foley seated: Sixolile Lamani, Sange Loliwe, Dr A-J Bethke, Kamva Ntapu, Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza THe GRAeMiAN 2016 51

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL sEnior DEBatinG Back: Liam Wright, Oyisa Katshaza, Ihlomile Mazomba, Japhet du Plessis seated: Hlumelo Kulati, Udochukwu Obi, Mr Graham Parker, Tashin Patrick, Lumumba Matolengwe Junior DEBatinG Back: Jordan Wolhuter, Keanu Hassim, Tinashe Gomo, Tatenda Chinganga, Cameron Nelson seated: Jayden Roesstorff, Matthew Kirk, Mr Graham Parker, Brandon Gardner, Jake Scheepers 52 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL first aiD Back: Sive Ntsunguzi, Sheldon Coetzee, Arryn Michaels, Matthew Kirk, Nazeem Berenisco seated: Mbasa Ndobo, Hlumelo Jubase, Miss Tracy Kenyon, Sange Loliwe, Brinley Assumption LiBrarians Back: Seth Faltain, Jake Scheepers, Jaydon Dolphin, Sibongwa Jwayiza, Sive Ntsunguzi, Ethan de Vos seated: Tristan King, Whayne Gardner, Mrs Ieda Strutt, Hlumelo Jubase (Head Librarian), Sisipho Mpolweni THe GRAeMiAN 2016 53

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL rEPrEsEntatiVE counciL of LEarnErs Back: Aphiwe Sandi, Matthew Kirk, Simon Cowley, Tashin Patrick, Carlin du Plessis, Romario Fritz seated: Lelethu Cekiso, Simamkele Ngxesha, Mr Gregg van Molendorff (Deputy Headmaster), Mr Kevin Watson (Headmaster), Kwandiwe Mbelani, Thandwefika Mgidlana 54 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL PrEsiDEnt’s awarD Back: Michael Sikhwivhilu, Cameron Amos, Likhona Matshisi, Tristan Pullen, Matthew Kirk Middle: James Gush, Cody Schmidt, Jayden Roesstorff, Brandon Gardner, Declan de la Mare, Riaan Labuschagne, Sive Ntsunguzi, Jake Scheepers, Shaun Botha, Jordan Wolhuter seated: Theo Repinz, Eric Barnard, Hlumelo Jubase, Mrs Danika Pearson, Julian Gardner, Rudolph Botha, Arryn Michaels sErVicE cLuB/intEract cLuB Back: Sibongwa Jwayiza, Sisipho Mpolweni, Tristan Pullen Middle: Keanu Hassim, Shaun Botha, Lufezo Bodla, Lathi-Tha Jodwana, Xolisa Bikitsha, Jake Scheepers, Nicane September, Somila Ntsunguzi seated: Whayne Gardner, Arryn Michaels, Abo Mayana, Mrs Adele Lobb, Sive Ntsunguzi, Ethan Langson, Liyema Tonjeni THe GRAeMiAN 2016 55

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL sEnior a stEELBanD Back: Zama Mafuya, Garvin Dampies, Khanya Makhanya, Rudolph Botha, Buntu Dyira, Kwandiwe Mbelani Middle: Siviwe Mtwalo, Cameron Amos, Keanan Oosthuizen, Asher Pearse, Garad Watkins, Kabir Sonne, Arryn Michaels, Eric Barnard, Sive Ntsunguzi seated: Mvuyelwa Koliti, Sange Loliwe, Sivuyile Citwa, Hlumelo Shelle, Mr Sylvester Appollis, Siseko Speckman, Kamva Ntapu, Ludumo Goba, Tadiwa Musekiwa sEnior B stEELBanD Back: Yibanathi Ben, Sheldon Coetzee, David McCallum, Rafeeq Sait, Liyabona Nkombisa Middle: Philip Snyman, Etienne Banza, Bavuyise Manyakanyaka, Tadiwa Mafuma, Mihlali Mpendu, Siphosethu Nyanda, Sixolile Lamani, Brent Smith, Japhet du Plessis, Asibabale Mjuza seated: Hlumelo Kulati, Lifa Leve, Dhain Oosthuizen, Nathan Harnwell, Mr Sylvester Appollis, Tashin Patrick, Sithombo Masakane, Siphokuhle Heleni, Liam Agnew absent: Luvuyo Zondani 56 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL intErmEDiatE stEELBanD Back: Cullen Williams, Mihle Maneli, Odwa Mpiyane, Khaya Nqubuka, Somila Lamani, Inga Mpangiso, Luyolo Mnyobe, Asanele Babe, Jordan Wolhuter seated: Bradley Mapaling, Keeran Christian, Tristan Banfield, Matthew Jacobs, Mr Sylvester Appollis, Keenan Siebritz, Mihlali Lutya, Indiphile Ralo, Ethan de Vos absent: Aphelele Dude BEGinnErs stEELBanD Back: Chumani Tshuni, Lufezo Bodla, Theodore Shelle, Sonqoba Makalima, Raven Bush Middle: James Gush, Ryan Bush, Somila Ntsunguzi, Conway Burgess, Aswyn Classen, Sokhana Maqoko, Onesimo Mabala, Leo February, Manusizwe Jourdan, Aphiwe Sandi, Axolile Fani, Lukhanyo Dyibishe seated: Carlin du Plessis, Duran Jass, Lathi-Tha Jodwana, Lubabalo Mkhathali, Mrs Sylvester Appollis, Liyema Tonjeni, Uviwe Tiyo, Seth Barends, Joshua Pamphilon THe GRAeMiAN 2016 57

SeNiOR CuLTuRAL s.c.a. Back: Philani Mancotywa, Michael Sikhwivhilu, Kieran Emmanuel, Athenkosi Nkewana, Ihlomile Mazomba, Miracle Mgqwashu, Tadiwa Mafuma, Japhet du Plessis seated: Sithombo Masakane, Kwandiwe Mbelani, Dr Christopher Kelly, Mr T Mattison, Lumko Jonas, Chulumanco Mdunyelwa wiLDLifE cLuB Back: James Gush, Leo February, Declan de la Mare, Thornton Shone, Dale Pote, Somila Ntsunguzi seated: Grayson Darlow, Sithombo Masakane, Mr Bernard Mackenzie, Khanya Makhanya, Bryn Reynolds 58 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

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ALBANY AND eASTeRN PROViNCe RePReSeNTATiVeS Back: seated: Middle: absent: Andrew McCallum (swimming) Steven du Preez (tennis), Christopher McLean (swimming) Cameron Rafferty (swimming), Bradley Mapaling (athletics) Christopher Gleaves (tennis), Sithombo Masakane (athletics), Garvin Dampies (cricket), Stefan Botha (squash) Tashin Patrick (debating), Jeremy Beyleveld (tennis), Buyile Sphambo (athletics), Liyema Mafani (athletics), Craig Terblanche (tennis), Ethan de Vos (athletics), Brent Smith (karate), Arnouw Nel (rugby), Theo Repinz (rugby), Nicholas Zimmerman (cricket), Richard Beyleveld (tennis), Azizipho Mngcongo (rugby), Mark Amm (tennis), Buhlebethu Planga (athletics), Jean-Dré de Klerk (athletics), Tristan Banfield (cross country), Garwin Dampies (squash), Udochukwu Obi (debating), Liam Agnew (squash), Cody Schmidt (tennis), Ethan Richardson (tennis and squash), Ethan Beyleveld (tennis and squash), Jaryd Botha (tennis), Murray Long (tennis), Jean-Luc Basson (squash), Christopher Long (swimming), Bernard Frost (swimming), Tom Hutchinson (swimming), Jack Botha (tennis), Dale Pote (squash), Seth Faltain (hockey), Eldrico Kivitts (athletics), aLBanY anD EastErn ProVincE rEPrEsEntatiVEs THe GRAeMiAN 2016 61

SeNiOR SPORT Athletics Mr Vuyo Tshekela A great season of athletics started on a high and finished on This year’s highly anticipated Hirsch Shield Athletics Meeting an upward trajectory. Our athletes perfomed splendidly at the was held at St Andrew’s College on Saturday, 24 September. The Albany Schools meeting, which was held at Rhodes university. u16s were particularly superb on the day. Sithombo Masakane More than a dozen of our athletes advanced to compete at continued his upward trajectory when he won the u16 triple the distict level. This meeting was held in Port elizabeth, and jump, with a distance of 13.01 metres. Our u16 relay team we are proud to report that one of our athletes – Sithombo (Sithombo Masakane, Liyema Mafani, eldrico Kivitts and Juan- Masakane – sparkled brightly when he broke the u17 triple jump Dré de Klerk) won the 4 x 100m finals. The U16s were ranked record. Sithombo Masakane, together with four other athletes, fourth overall in the SF edwards Shield. The u14s were also proceeded to compete at the coveted interdistrict (eastern spectacular in their various performances. Buhlebethu Planga Province) meeting, which was held in east London. achieved first place in the U14 high jump and attained fourth Our winter athletics programme commenced on an incredibly place in the 200m finals. The U14s were ranked fourth in the high note when three records were improved upon during our Sammy Gunn Shield. annual interhouse Athletics Day. Sithombo Masakane bettered This year’s athletics season concluded with participation in the the u16 Triple Jump from 12.41m to 12.72m. Fabio Rischbieter much-anticipated annual Cradock Top Ten Athletics Meeting, improved the u13 shot put record from 11.10m to 12.32m. held in Cradock. This event has attracted lots of schools as The Vernal u16 4x100m relay team established a new record of this year’s event saw a record number of 44 schools (including 45.65s from 47.63s. Matthew Robertson was untouchable in the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan university) converge on the little u19 100m and 200m, and he earned himself the coveted Victor town of Cradock. These schools came from the Western Cape, Ludorum trophy. Hutton House were overall winners on the day, Northen Cape and, of course, the eastern Cape. The Graeme followed by Vernal, Wiles and Neilson houses. College athletes performed very well against very competitive We had hoped to see these superb performances extended schools. Three silver medals and a bronze medal were achieved into the annual Quadrangular Athletics Meeting, which was by four of the Graeme College athletes. scheduled for Saturday 17 September, but the rainy weather was unfavourably bucketing down so this meeting had to be called Juan-Dré de Klerk u16 javelin Bronze off for this year. ethan de Vos u15 high jump Silver eldrico Kivitts u16 long jump Silver Sithombo Masakane u16 triple jump Silver The performances of the following athletes during the season warranted various awards, ranging from Certificates of Achievement to Full Colours: Full Colours Sithombo Masakane Half Colours Matthew Robertson Juan-Dré de Klerk Liyema Mafani Authorised Financial eldrico Kivitts Service Provider Number: 7968 Certificate of Achievement Bukhosi Mhlambiso Buyile Sphambo • Are you paying too much for your Car and ethan de Vos House Insurance ? Theodore Repinz Bradley Mapaling • Are you not getting the service you Deserve ? Aphiwe Sandi Tristan Banfield • Tired of having to make calls to Call Centers Buhlebethu Planga to Lodge claims ? Congratulations to all the athletes on a fruitful season, and • Why not try McCallum Short Term Insurance thank you for your effort throughout the year. After a restful break, Brokers ? an even more prosperous season is looked forward to next year. Contact Warren Henry African Street Brokers cc t/a McCallum Brokers cc 8 African street, Grahamstown, 6140 Tel: 046 622 6182 • 046 636 1036 • 046 622 2137 Fax: 046 6362039 e-mail: [email protected] 62 THe GRAeMiAN 2016 mc cullum ad vert 80 x130mm .indd 1 2016/09/27 02:07:02 PM

SeNiOR SPORT athLEtics Back: Tristan Banfield, Siyavuya Hashe, Liyema Mafani Middle: Odwa Basson, Mvelo Ndokweni, Euan Moolman, Ethan de Vos, Bradley Mapaling, Eldrico Kivitts, Yanga Bangisa, Buhlebethu Planga seated: Sithombo Masakane, Bukhosi Mhlambiso, Theo Repinz, Mr Vuyo Tshekela (coach), Azizipho Mngcongo, Juan-Dré de Klerk, Buyile Sphambo Shop 30, Peppergrove Mall African Street Grahamstown, 6139 046-622 3004 Fresh homemade baking daily Frozen meals Washing Well Dietary specials 28 New Street [email protected] gluten-free, egg-free 083 371 7554 Banting products on request OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7am – 5pm Handcrafts SATURDAY 8am – 4pm SUNDAY 8am -1pm Vegetables, flowers and plants We do pick up and deliveries upon request. Any queries please email us : [email protected] THe GRAeMiAN 2016 63

SeNiOR SPORT Cricket Mr Ian Suttie Cricket is a time-consuming sport which requires personal 2016 will be remembered for the construction of a first-class sacrifice and dedication from the staff to ensure, not only cricket facility on Somerset Field. This comprises a bank of turf its survival, but also to maintain the standards that we are nets, as well as an all-weather bowling strip which will largely be accustomed to. Many schools are floundering in this regard, but used for a bowling machine. The project was entirely funded by thankfully this is not the case at Graeme. A great cricket culture the Old Boys and was initiated by the 1986 matric class. Central to exists and this is, in no small measure, due to all the role players the success of this project is Mr Wayne Wiblin who spearheaded (including teaching/coaching staff, ground staff, catering staff the fundraising campaign, and has taken a personal interest in its and supporters/Old Boys) who maintain this fine tradition at the development. We are grateful for this much-needed facility. school. We thank them all. 1st xi CriCket provide the platform for his success in future. Jeremy Beyleveld has a good attitude and the ability to become a successful and Mr Ian Suttie competent all-rounder in the team. Garvin Dampies achieved a rare honour by claiming his 100th wicket during the season. At his peak, Garvin displays the skill to destroy any batting line- Fourth term 2015 up. Lelethu Cekiso has the flair to step-up and lead the new ball The 2015/16 season began with Graeme College hosting the attack in the new year. Rudolph Botha and Calvin Wolhuter 23rd Cape Youth Cricket Festival. This was the fourth time that played their way into the team with good performances for the the festival had been hosted at Graeme College since the inaugural second team. As the official scorer, we thank Sange Loliwe for event in 1992. Rain threatened to disrupt the proceedings but his loyal service to the team. timeous preparation, and covering of pitches, allowed the tournament to get off the ground with minimal delays. We thank COLOuRS (Re-AWARDS) Nicholas Zimmerman, Richard Beyleveld, Garvin Dampies St Andrew’s College for the loan of one of their fields. The team won two, and lost two, of the four matches, and Keenan Vieira HALF COLOuRS showed good early season form with the bat. Lelethu Cekiso (re-award), Christopher Gleaves, Mark Amm, All matches in the fourth term were limited to 50 overs. As with Romario Fritz, Bavuyise Manyakanyaka, Francois Botha, the festival, a similar pattern emerged, with the team recording Jeremy Beyleveld a 50% winning ratio. Keenan Vieira continued his good form SMuTS BAT (Most deserving cricketer) and was supported, to a lesser extent, by Nicholas Zimmerman. Richard Beyleveld Richard Beyleveld emerged as the most outstanding bowler, his SeAN WiBLiN TROPHY (players player) five-wicket haul against Bergvliet being the highlight, as well Garvin Dampies as his best return. Keenan Vieira was selected for the eastern TReVOR COWie BAT (most improved cricketer) Province Coca Cola Week team, while Nicholas Zimmerman was Christopher Gleaves included in the eastern Province Rural u17 line-up. ReSuLTS First term 2016 Cape Youth Cricket Festival The team had a stunning start to the year when they were victorious against the much-fancied St Alban’s College from versus Pinelands High School 178 (K Vieira 78; C Gleaves 28; Graeme College Pretoria and Cambridge High School at the Grahamstown N Zimmerman 23) Schools Cricket Festival. inexplicably, the team suffered a slump Pinelands High School 106 (L Tshongweni 2/24; in form over the subsequent three weeks, but managed to finish J Beyleveld 2/11) the season on a strong note. Graeme won by 62 runs Nicholas Zimmerman is a talented cricketer who never quite reached his potential with the bat. He has a wide variety of strokes versus Bergvliet High School but lapses in his concentration inevitably cost him his wicket. Bergvliet High School 153 (R Beyleveld 5/36) Hopefully, this streak will be rectified in the second half of the Graeme College 150 (K Vieira 36; B Manyakanyaka 23) season. Richard Beyleveld is a hard-hitting all-rounder whose Graeme lost by 3 runs relentless endurance was an inspiration to the team. Christopher Gleaves has a solid batting technique, and a steely determination versus Westerford High School (T20) to succeed. Christopher and Romario Fritz, who has the ability to Graeme College 178/4 (K Vieira 68; N Zimmerman 33; play the ball late, formed a successful opening pair for the team. u Nyanda 31) Bavuyise Manyakanyaka tried hard, but just as he approached Westerford High School 56 (M Amm 3/15; G Dampies 2/8; success, injury struck. Mark Amm has much potential as an off- L Tshongweni 2/7) spinner, using his height effectively to obtain both bounce and Graeme won by 122 runs drift. Despite glimpses of what he can do with the bat, greater consistency is required. Francois Botha’s staying power will 64 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT versus United Cricket Club (T20) versus Stanley’s Cricket Club Graeme College 137/5 (K Vieira 44; u Nyanda 27; Stanley’s Cricket Club 243/5 N Zimmerman 25) Graeme College 133 (C Gleaves 61; M Amm 25) united Cricket Club 138/3 (K Vieira 2/22) Graeme lost by 110 runs Graeme lost by 7 wickets Fourth Term (2015) versus Kingswood College Versus Westering High School Kingswood College 153 (G Dampies 5/37) Graeme College 240/5 (N Zimmerman 66; Graeme College 115 (N Zimmerman 53) F Botha 38 not out; K Vieira 29) Graeme lost by 39 runs Westering High School 149 (G Dampies 4/21; L Tshongweni 3/34) versus Muir College Graeme won by 86 runs Muir College 217/8 (G Dampies 4/19) Graeme College 52 versus Victoria Park High School Graeme lost by 165 runs Victoria Park High School 100 (K Vieira 3/14; R Beyleveld 2/17; G Dampies 2/28) versus Union High School Graeme College 101/1 (N Zimmerman 58no; union High School 253 (M Amm 3/37; R Beyleveld 3/64) K Vieira 29 not out) Graeme College 130/6 (M Amm 27; C Gleaves 24; Graeme won by 9 wickets N Zimmerman 24; R Beyleveld 24) Match drawn versus Alexander Road High School Graeme College 186/9 (K Vieira 71; K Fischer 27) versus Alexander Road Alexander Road 187/6 (G Dampies 3/35) Alexander Road 46 (M Amm 4/6 [including hat-trick]; Graeme lost by 4 wickets G Dampies 3/6) Graeme College 47/0 (C Gleaves 24 not out) versus Kingswood College Graeme won by 10 wickets Graeme College 164/9 (R Beyleveld 89; N Zimmerman 20) versus St Andrew’s College 2nd XI Kingswood College 168/3 Graeme College 192 (C Gleaves 54 not out.; Graeme lost by 7 wickets N Zimmerman 30; R Fritz 28; R Botha 27) versus St Andrew’s College (T20) SAC 90/3 St Andrew’s College 240/2 Rain washed out play Graeme College 108 Graeme lost by 132 runs versus Grey High School Grey High School 257/6 (R Beyleveld 4/81) First Term (2016) Graeme College 125/5 (C Gleaves 52 not out, versus St Alban’s College F Botha 25 not out) St Alban’s College 231 (R Beyleveld 4/78) Match drawn Graeme College 233/3 (R Fritz 60; N Zimmerman 52; C Gleaves 42) versus Old Boys Graeme won by 7 wickets Old Boys 179 (A Ristow 61; C van der Meulen 43; J van der Meulen 32; M Amm 4/60) versus Cambridge High School Graeme College 126/3 (R Fritz 57; C Gleaves 27; Cambridge High School 102 (L Cekiso 4/18; M Amm 2/35) N emslie 2/35) Graeme College 105/4 (C Gleaves 31; Rain washed out play N Zimmerman 29 not out) Graeme won by 6 wickets versus Kingswood College (T20) Kingswood College 153/4 Graeme College 132/4 (N Zimmerman 67; B Manyakanyaka 28) Graeme lost by 20 runs versus Woodridge College Graeme College 80 (R Beyleveld 38) Woodridge College 81/2 Graeme lost by 8 wickets THe GRAeMiAN 2016 65

SeNiOR SPORT 1st Xi cricKEt Back: Romario Fritz, Bavuyise Manyakanyaka, Jeremy Beyleveld, Lelethu Cekiso, Mark Amm, Rudolf Botha, Christopher Gleaves, Sange Loliwe (scorer) seated: Calvin Wolhuter, Garvin Dampies, Mr Ian Suttie (coach), Nicholas Zimmerman (c), Mr Kevin Watson (Headmaster), Richard Beyleveld (v-c), Francois Botha 2nD Xi cricKEt Back: Sihle Mginywa, Liam Agnew, Luke Smit, Robin Leuvennink, Seth Milne, Stefan Botha seated: Ethan Langson, Kagiso Kila, Mijéan Annandale (c), Mr Graham Parker (coach), Arnouw Nel, Donovan Brits, Kamva Ntapu 66 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT 3rD Xi cricKEt Back: Aphiwe Mbejeni (scorer), Sabhi Shahzad, Siqhamo Majodina, Muaaz Hayat, Anda Solomon, Richard Pullen seated: Keanan Oosthuizen, Uminathi Anthony, Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza, Mr Ryan Horne (coach), Wonga Wakashe (c), Eric Barnard, Siyavuya Hashe THe GRAeMiAN 2016 67

SeNiOR SPORT 2nd xi CriCket u14a CriCket Mr Graham Parker Mr Simon Brill This year has been a strong year for Graeme College’s second The Graeme College u14A cricket team has been in a team. With a core group of Grade 10 cricketers, supplemented purple patch throughout the entire year. Led by captain, Jayden by some experienced heads, the team has lost only one of their Roesstorff, and coach, Mr Simon Brill, the team has experienced games to date. great success. Thus far, the u14s have yet to be beaten, being Notable personal highlights include 50s from Keanan undefeated for eight consecutive games. Thanks to the team’s Oosthuizen, Mijéan Annandale, Rudolph Botha and an impressive well-proportioned balance between batting and bowling, the 145 not out, as well as a score of 50, from Stefan Botha. Kagiso team has performed well in both aspects of the game. With Kila and Liam Agnew have both picked up five-wicket hauls, scores as high as 228 vs Muir, 204 vs Alex Road, and 310 vs though generally, wickets have been shared around the team. Westering, and with Garwin Dampies scoring his maiden century A number of second team players have also been promoted to of 162, the batsmen have performed well. However, the bowling the first team and performed well, showing great depth in cricket and fielding performances have been equally impressive with at Graeme College. with the majority of teams battling to post any total over 100, and Jayden Roesstorff toppling batting orders with a five-wicket u15a CriCket haul, a six-wicket haul, and an eight-wicket haul (which included a hat-trick). The team’s fielding has improved over the course Mr Jonty van der Meulen of the season, and it has also become a serious strength in their game. This is a strong and motivated team of boys, and Graeme College can expect great things from this team in future. The Graeme College u15A cricket team played six matches during the first term. They managed three good wins against u14B CriCket Muir College, Alexander Road High School, and St Andrew’s College, while drawing against Kingswood College and Mr Bernard Mackenzie Woodridge College. unfortunately, they lost their match against union High School. The team is growing in their understanding of the game, and Cricket at this level at Graeme College is about enthusiasm they are performing at a higher level every time they go out onto and getting ‘out there’ with one’s friends. While the team had not the pitch. With several places becoming available in the first team won any games at the time of writing, they practiced and played next year, some of the u15A players will be trying to prove their with plenty of gusto, and sometimes with a little too much gusto! worth to the first team coaches as we enter into the fourth term. There is, as expected, an eagerness to emulate their cricketing The player of the year was awarded to Lakhanya Sam, who heroes, and this really is what it is about. unfortunately, the team took 14 wickets in the first term and showed promise with the does not get to play many games during the season, and those bat. Throughout the first term, Seth Faltain and Shaun Botha played are normally played away. also contributed necessary runs. Riaan Labuschagne and Aaron Two games were played against a very strong St Andrew’s side Richardson showed a lot of potential as spin bowlers, and also that was very professionally drilled. The boys fought bravely but have great ability with the bat. were easily beaten. Matches against Kingswood College were generally a little closer but, once again, the team was defeated in u15B CriCket both matches. While regular losses may harm the confidence of the boys, the disappointment soon wanes. This shows that they Mr Ryan Horne are playing because they enjoy it, and the losses don’t necessarily matter all that much. Although the team experienced a tough season, winning only one of their matches, the development of skills and knowledge of the game has been progressive. The u15B team is not all about winning, but about the enjoyment of the game. The team faced Kingswood College on two occasions, their batting performance letting them down, and narrowly losing by a few runs. Two encounters took place against St Andrew’s College, in which the team lost the first game and won the second. As the coach, the win was very pleasing and certainly showed the character of the boys. i look forward to the fourth term season. This page is proudly sponsored by Albany & Bathurst Engineering 3 Hill Street, Grahamstown t: 046-622 5818 68 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT u15a cricKEt Back: Aphiwe Mbejeni (scorer), Cullen Williams, Matthew Kirk, Simon Cowley, Tristan Pullen, Alexander McGee, Aphiwe Sandi seated: Aviwe Dingana, Aaron Richardson, Lakhanya Sam, Mr Jonty van der Meulen (coach), Shaun Botha (c), Seth Faltain, Riaan Labuschagne u15B cricKEt Back: Libonge Rorwana, Inga Mpangiso, Sifundo Dube, Osama Mansoor, Malibongwe Nongubo, Uviwe Tiyo, Elona Melane, Mihle Maneli seated: Zukhanye Khalipa, Maqhawe Masoka, Aviwe Dingana (c), Mr Ryan Horne (coach), Jared de Beer, Sinovuyo Yantolo, Culumanco Pongoma THe GRAeMiAN 2016 69

SeNiOR SPORT u14a cricKEt Back: Theodore Shelle, Ryan Bush, Sokhana Maqoko, Sonqoba Makalima, Tinashe Gomo, Zintle Papu, Dale Pote seated: Benjamin Botha, Andrew McCallum, Cody Schmidt, Mr Simon Brill (coach), Jayden Roesstorff (c), Garwin Dampies, Raven Bush u14B cricKEt Back: James Gush, Jordan Doyle, Declan de la Mare, Zusakhe Kepe, Axolile Fani, Lukhanyo Dyibishe seated: Seth Barends, Lathi-Tha Jodwana, Grayson Darlow, Mr Bernard Mackenzie (coach), Chumani Tshuni (c), Miracle Mgqwashu, Aswyn Classen 70 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT Cross Country Mr Sylvester Appollis This year’s cross-country season has been slightly less active The senior interhouse cross-country event was held on than seasons in the past. Tristan Banfield participated in several Tuesday 23 August 2016, starting at the Marais Field. The first cross-country events in Grahamstown, Port elizabeth, and athlete to complete the roughly 6km course was Tristan Banfield uitenhage. Tristan was selected to represent the Sarah Baartman in a time of 26:44. Tristan was also the first U16 athlete to finish District in the u15 4km event at the eastern Cape Cross Country the race. He was followed by Aphiwe Sandi, another u16 athlete, Championships, held in Aliwal North on 3 September 2016. with a time of 27:07. The senior Round-the-Mountain race was held on Tuesday The results of the event were as follows: 16 August 2016. With a time of 1:14:33, the first team home was Open: eric Barnard (Neilson) the first hockey team (Jeremy Beyleveld, Seth Faltain, Nazeem U16: Tristan Banfield (Neilson) Berenisco, Hlumelo Shelle, Seth Milne, and eric Barnard). in u14: Nathan Walton (Wiles) second place was an athletics team followed by the u16B rugby The House results were: team, and the staff team. Neilson (118 points), Wiles (85), Vernal (80) and Hutton (55). PROVIDING COMMERCIAL LEGAL SOLUTIONS TO SMALL ‐ MEDIUM ENTERPRISES We commonly assist businesses with the following: COMMERCIAL ADVICE ON, AND PREPARATION OF A WIDE RANGE OF BUSINESS CONTRACTS • EMPLOYMENT LAW ADVICE WHICH INCLUDES A REVIEW OF CURRENT EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENTS AND ASSISTANCE WITH DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS AND LABOUR ISSUES IN GENERAL • ADVICE ON AND SETTING UP OF THE APPROPRIATE ENTITY FOR THE OPERATION OF A BUSINESS. THROUGH THE STRUCTURE WE AIM TO LIMIT YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY BY PROTECTING YOUR PERSONAL ASSETS, ENSURE THAT ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNED BY YOU OR YOUR BUSINESS IS PROTECTED AND PLAN FOR BUSINESS SUCCESSION • PROPERTY ADVICE, INCLUDING PROPERTY PLANNING, TRANSFERS, LEASES, NOTARIAL DEEDS • DEBT RECOVERY Directors: Frans Hendrik Smit (B.Comm LL.B, Adv. Dip Labour Law) | Tyne Kingwill (LL.B, LL.M) Candidate Attorney: Alexio Kawondera CRADOCK 18 Durban Street, P.O. Box 15, Cradock 5880 | Tel 048 881 1071, Fax 048 881 1990 GRAHAMSTOWN 115 High Street, P.O. Box 268, Grahamstown 6139 | Tel 046 622 7209, Fax 046 622 7289 THe GRAeMiAN 2016 71

SeNiOR SPORT Hockey Ms Morgan White The Graeme College first hockey team enjoyed what was a tremendously challenging season. A decision was taken at the beginning of the season to include hockey in derby fixtures and to seek additional matches, all at first team level. Our first team has not played at this level for some time. The thinking behind this was to improve our standard of hockey by playing better opposition. As reflected in the results of the season, things proved tough and challenging many times over. The players, however, never gave up, and improved exponentially throughout the season. The first team played in a new kit this season. The kit was sponsored by BuCO – thank you to Mr Marius Schmidt for this. Thank you too, to Mr JP Holder for organising this sponsorship with BuCO. it is very much appreciated. The players worked hard on and off the astro turf this season. Two cake sales were held in the third term to raise funds for the shortfall on their kit, and a Proteas cricket shirt was raffled to raise funds towards the expenses of one of their team mates selected to play for his province. Marius Roberts (BUCO, Grahamstown), Seth Faltain, Seth Faltain was selected to represent the eastern Province Hlumelo Shelle, Ms Morgan White (coach) u16A hockey side this season – what an outstanding achievement! Seth has excelled at hockey since arriving at Graeme College, and Graeme College first hockey team season results continues to improve and play well. He was justly awarded full vs Port Alfred High School 1st lost 1–0 colours in recognition of his achievements. vs Hudson Park High School 1st lost 4–0 Half colours were awarded to the following players: vs Stirling High School 1st lost 4–0 Hlumelo Shelle, Kamva Ntapu, Matthew Stanley, and eric Barnard. vs St John’s High School 1st lost 3–0 Certificates of achievement were awarded to Jeremy Beyleveld, vs Cambridge High School 1st lost 2–0 Seth Milne, Kwandiwe Mbelani, Shaun Botha, Siqhamo Majodina, vs St George’s School 1st lost 1–0 and Lubabalo Mbenga. vs Glenwood House High School 1st lost 1–0 It has been an absolute pleasure to coach the first hockey vs Queen’s College lost 7–0 team this season. The enthusiasm of the players has been greatly vs Grey High School 2nd lost 7–0 appreciated. Thank you to the parents of the players, the school, vs St Andrew’s College 1st lost 12–0 and staff for their generous support of everything we achieved vs St Dominic’s Priory lost 1–0 this season. vs Hoërskool Nico Malan 1st won 2–1 vs Port Alfred High School 1st won 3–1 vs Hudson Park High School lost 5–1 vs Pearson High School 2nd lost 1–0 vs Kingswood College 1st lost 2–0 EA T CAPES 24 HOUR ELECTRICAL Grahamstown and SERVICES surrounding area FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Repairs Rewiring Wiring certificates Contracting Michael Mattison 082 779 0739 7A Hill Street [email protected] tel 046 622 5015 PO Box 2227, Grahamstown after hours 063 488 3124 fax 046 636 2483 72 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT 1st hocKEY Back: Libolwethu Feni, Kagiso Kila, Jeremy Beyleveld, Seth Milne Middle: Lubabalo Mbenga, Kwandiwe Mbelani, Siqhamo Majodina, Nazeem Berenisco, Kai Milne, Shaun Botha, Lamlani Daweti seated: Eric Barnard, Hlumelo Shelle (c), Mr Kevin Watson (Headmaster), Matthew Stanley, Ms Morgan White (coach), Seth Faltain, Kamva Ntapu absent: Luvuyo Zondani 2nD hocKEY Back: Tristan King, Kieran Emmanuel, Christopher Gleaves, David McCallum, Tashin Patrick, Kabir Sonne, Ihlomile Mazomba Middle: Dale Pote, Declan de la Mare, Theodore Shelle, Michael Sikhwivhilu, Jared de Beer, Richard Pullen, Alexander McGee, Samuel Fincham, Axolile Fani seated: Reece Green, Daniel-Keagan Hockly, Brinley Assumption, Chulumanco Mdunyelwa, Ms Morgan White (MIC: Hockey), James Hallier, brian Geyer absent: Mr Tim Barnard (coach) THe GRAeMiAN 2016 73

SeNiOR SPORT Rugby Mr Nico van der Meulen As is the case every year, rugby remains as popular as ever at • Mrs Paola Schmidt who manages the Graemian Centre. Graeme College. At the start of the season, there is certainly a • All the parents that help with the transportation of players to “rugby vibe” that reverberates through the school when all the various rugby fixtures. coaches start preparing for trials. The first team coach, Mr Jonty • Thank you to BuCO, the sponsor who made the season complete. van der Meulen, introduced many exciting and new ideas for Match statistics over the past 21 years by the Graeme College the season. An excellent coaching staff ensured that our high senior rugby teams are as follows: standard on the field was maintained, and the depth in the U16 age groups was encouraging to see. Year Matches played % won in the u14 age group, the A team was coached by Mr Miles 1996 101 58% Hoogwerf, while the B team was coached by Mr Thomas Davey. 1997 102 59% Although this age group battled with size, which will improve as 1998 105 64% they get older, it appeared that they played below their potential. it 1999 115 58% was encouraging to see the improvement of these players, and the 2000 113 58% fun enjoyed at the practices, as the season progressed. 2001 125 62% The u15 age group was coached by Mr Michael Pretorius and 2002 124 75% Mr Bradley Robinson. These players had a much improved season. 2003 115 61% Mr Mark Brooks coached the u16A group while the u16B 2004 119 70% group was coached by Mr Ryan Horne. Although the u16A 2005 127 57% team started the season with a very disappointing performance 2006 108 60% against Marlow Agricultural School, they improved as the season 2007 122 65% progressed. The team is full of talented players who enjoy the 2008 118 62% game. The B team enjoyed a very successful season. 2009 114 62% The third team, coached by Mr Bernard Mackenzie, had a great season. The team consists of talented players who were 2010 124 61% successful in the dying moments of some of their games. The 2011 98 50% fact that the third team is made up of Grade 10 and Grade 11 2012 98 56% players is a very positive aspect of the team. 2013 98 64% The fourth team, coached by Mr Vuyo Tshekela, also enjoyed 2014 107 57% a good season. 2015 104 50% The second team, coached by Mr Louis Wolmarans, had 2016 115 49% a very good season, beating Kingswood College, Hoërskool Nico Malan, Pearson High School, Muir College, Port Alfred High School first team, Union High School, Gill College and 1st xV ruGBy Cambridge High School. This team proved to be one of the more successful Graeme College second teams. Mr Jonty van der Meulen Coached by Mr Jonty van der Meulen, the first team played 17 matches, winning seven and losing nine. The team played extremely well against Kingswood College, Pearson High School, union High Starting in January, every year the excitement surrounding rugby School, Hoërskool Nico Malan and Muir College, the highlight of season seems to grow in anticipation of the season that lies ahead. the season proving to be the win against Pretoria Boys High School. With only two players returning from last year, the Graeme College As always, the Graeme College/Pam Golding Rugby Day was first team went into the 2016 season with a young side. However, the kick-off to the season. This event was a huge success, with 29 this did not discourage any of the players. On the contrary, several matches being fielded on the day. The day was organised by Mr players worked extremely hard during the pre-season to ensure Nico van der Meulen and the staff of Pam Golding. that they were conditioned appropriately at the start of the season. Deep gratitude and thanks is extended to the following groups Graeme College’s first team season will be remembered as one of or individuals who make rugby at Graeme College possible, and mixed fortunes, the team starting and ending the season well, yet without whom the rugby programme could not run as it should: struggling to assert themselves in between. The hard work, which • Mrs Greyling and Mrs Hill who compile and print the started at pre-season at the end of 2015, carried through to March programmes for all home games. 2016, when Graeme College faced Marlow Agricultural School at • The mothers who provide lunches and teas for all the visiting the annual Graeme College/Pam Golding Rugby Day. staff and players. • Mr Wayne Hibbert and his staff for always maintaining the Graeme College versus Marlow Agricultural High School fields and the changing rooms. in the early part of the match the Graeme College team • Miss Tracy Kenyon, and St John’s Ambulance Service, for seemed to start apprehensively, making some simple errors on with their excellent first aiders. attack and defense, allowing their opponents to show some • Mr Michael Pretorius for arranging all the referees and dealing elusive running skills amongst their backs. This led to three soft with all provincial matters. first half tries, which enabled the opposition to run up a telling 74 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT 19–0 lead at halftime. At one stage, the home team’s defensive Graeme College versus Clifton College structures were sorely exposed, but during the second half, they On the second day of the festival, Graeme College took on remained composed, confidence was gained, and two tries were Clifton College from Durban. Graeme College struggled to put scored. Despite it being too late, the Graeme College team began phases together in a game that was fraught with mistakes from to show what could be expected from them when they managed both sides. Despite this, the boys remained focused. With five to put phases together. The final score was 26–14 in a match that minutes remaining, and Graeme College trailing with a score of can best be described as being made up of two respective halves, 3–8, Curt Williams took a quick tap penalty on his own try line Marlow Agricultural School dominating the first half, and Graeme which, in turn, led to some good handling and a ‘chip and chase’ College regaining some ascendancy in the second half. from Bukhosi Mhlambiso, who scored a memorable try in the Try scorer: Simamkele Ngxesha (two) corner. Graeme College won 10–8. Conversions: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) Try scorer: Bukhosi Mhlambiso Conversion: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza St Stithian’s College Rugby Festival Penalty: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza Graeme College versus St Stithian’s College On the first day of the festival Graeme College faced the hosts, Graeme College vs Pretoria Boys High school St Stithian’s College, in front of their home crowd. in striving to Graeme College faced Pretoria Boys High School on the third gain the upper hand, Graeme College played some good attacking and final day of the festival. From the start of the match, the rugby during the first half but, unfortunately, they were not Graeme College team played some good attacking rugby. A great able to cross the try line. However, due to their perseverance, game was had by Azizipho Mngcongo and Ntsika Ndungane, Graeme College was rewarded with three penalties by Sivuyisiwe who each scored tries, after which Wonga Wakashe scored a try Ngqiyaza, which propelled them to a 9–0 lead at halftime. As they from a rolling maul. it was a clinical performance, resulting in had ended off the first half, Graeme College dominated much of a well-deserved 20–10 victory for Graeme College. This was the play during the second half. During the last 15 minutes of the undoubtedly the highlight of the season as the Graeme College match, the team’s lapses in concentration led to four costly errors, side played their best rugby of the year. providing the St Stithian’s College team the opportunity to score Try Scorers: Ntsika Ndungane, Azizipho Mngcongo, twice during that period. The closely fought battle was won by St Wonga Wakashe Stithian’s College with a score of 17–16. Conversion: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza Try Scorer: Richard Beyleveld Penalty: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza Conversion: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza Penalties: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (three) 1st XV ruGBY Back: Lindokuhle Leleki, Sechaba Makaula, Nicholas Zimmerman, Donovan Brits, Mijéan Annandale Middle: Simamkele Ngxesha, Cameron Amos, Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza, Thandwefika Mgidlana, Julian Gardner, Wonga Wakashe, Mhlangabezi Ntwanambi, Calvin Wolhuter seated: Azizipho Mngcongo, Mr Jonty van der Meulen (coach), Ntsika Ndungane (c), Mr Kevin Watson (headmaster), Liyema Mafane (v-c), Mr Nico van der Meulen (coach), Bukhosi Mhlambiso THe GRAeMiAN 2016 75



SeNiOR SPORT Graeme College vs Gill College Grey High School Powerade Rugby Festival The match between Graeme College and Gill College on Graeme College vs Hoërskool Daniel Pienaar Saturday 9 April produced some attractive running rugby in Graeme College made trips down to Port elizabeth on Somerset east. Both teams ran the ball from all parts of the Saturday 30 April, and on Monday 2 May to take part in the ground as the match developed into a high-scoring try fest. Grey High School Powerade Rugby Festival. In the first team With eight tries scored on the day, and in excess of 70 points encounter, Hoërskool Daniel Pienaar won a hard-fought battle scored between the two teams, supporters were treated to a good with a score of 28–6. However, the score was not a true reflection encounter. Graeme College led 13–12 at halftime, as both teams of the closely contested game because, although Hoërskool created opportunities, but struggled to score tries. In the first 20 Daniel Pienaar led by 7–6 at halftime, they only extended the lead minutes of the second half, Graeme College overpowered Gill to 14–6 during the last 12 minutes of the game. The Graeme College with four superb tries as they built a commanding 41–17 College team made some crucial errors during the remaining lead with 15 minutes left to play. Credit is due to the Gill College minutes, which allowed Hoërskool Daniel Pienaar to score two team who fought back to score two tries of their own in the more tries. final ten minutes of the game, bringing the final score to 41–31. Penalties: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) Graeme College proved the stronger of the teams on the day as they outscored Gill College by five tries to three. Graeme College vs Stirling High School Try scorers: Azizipho Mngcongo (two), Simamkele Ngxesha, The first team clash between Graeme College and Stirling Bukhosi Mhlambiso and Mijéan Annandale High School could best be forgotten by the players, coaches and Conversions: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (five) supporters. Although the first half was dominated by Graeme Penalties: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) College spending 20 minutes on the opposition line, due to mistakes and poor decision-making, only one try was scored Graeme College vs Cambridge High School in that half. On the day, five tries were scored by Stirling High Graeme College came up against a very determined Cambridge School, three of which were as a result of the ball being dropped High School side on Somerset field on Saturday 16 April. The by Graeme College players, allowing the opposition to score. game appeared penalty-ridden as both teams struggled to gain unfortunately, and disappointingly, on a day when the Graeme momentum throughout the match, resulting in a low-scoring College team was making countless errors, they also did not encounter, with Cambridge High School emerging victorious with seem hungry for victory. Stirling High School won the match 34–19 after scoring from another Graeme College mistake in the an 11–10 final score. During the first half of the game, Graeme final minutes of the game. The Graeme College team was left College centre, Azizipho Mngcongo, scored a good individual try which was converted by Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza, who also added a disappointed, knowing that a dramatic improvement is required penalty. Cambridge High School struck back with a try, bringing from the team in their next match. Try Scorers: Cameron Amos, Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) the halftime score to 10–8 in favour of Graeme College. The Conversions: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) second half remained scrappy as both teams struggled to score any points. Finally, Cambridge High School put their team into Graeme College vs St Andrew’s College an 11–10 lead with 15 minutes play remaining. it was during the The first team encounter kicked off at 15h00, the rain having last 15 minutes of the game that Graeme College started to play subsided, although it remained overcast and there was a chill in the kind of rugby they had hoped to play earlier in the game. the air. in the early parts of the game, Graeme College seemed to unfortunately, poor execution and decision-making left the hosts acquire possession and dominated territory, but the St Andrew’s ruing missed opportunities on the opposition try line. College team stood strong and showed their worth on defense. Try Scorer: Azizipho Mngcongo As the first half progressed, St Andrew’s College went on the Conversion: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza attack, being awarded a try which started from a rolling maul. Penalty: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza The conversion was unsuccessful, and the halftime score stood at 5–0 to St Andrew’s College. Graeme College were trailing by Graeme College vs Queen’s College only five points and, with a slight breeze at their backs, the game Graeme College was hosted by Queen’s College on the was on. it was always going to come down to who could handle recreational ground on Saturday 23 May. The hosts dominated the pressure during the big plays on the day. On two occasions proceedings to win the match by 50–6. The Graeme College during the second half, Graeme College found themselves team tried to run the ball at all costs, which led to two penalties in attacking on the St Andrew’s College try-line, inches away from the opening exchanges of the game. unfortunately, the Graeme scoring. errors at crucial times from the Graeme College side College side then missed several tackles as Queen’s College meant they rued missed opportunities, these chances proving scored two tries in quick succession. Graeme College struggled vital in determining the outcome. St Andrew’s College scored to win any ball from the lineout, and through some unforced three tries as they showed how important it is to get points on the errors, seemed to hand the ball straight back to their opposition board when entering the danger area. None of these tries were on occasion. After Queen’s College scored again, they were in the converted, but were accompanied by a penalty, resulting in the lead 24–6 at halftime. The second half continued in much the opposition moving their tally to 23. Graeme College continued same fashion, with costly errors leading to a few runaway tries by to fight and a try was scored by scrumhalf, Cameron Amos, the Queen’s College team. which, in turn, was converted by fly half, Sivuyisiwe Ngigyaza. Penalties: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) Try Scorer: Cameron Amos Conversion: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza THe GRAeMiAN 2016 77

SeNiOR SPORT Graeme College vs Newton Park Technical High School scored another try which was not converted. During the final On Saturday, 14 May, Graeme College encountered Newton eight minutes of the game, the hosts missed a kickable penalty. Park Technical High School on the Somerset field. The Graeme The final score was a 12–12 draw, but the Graeme College team College team knew it was important to get the first score on felt unlucky not to have won the match. the board and, after dominating the first ten minutes, they were Try Scorers: Wonga Wakashe, Bavuyise Manyakanyaka finally rewarded with a try and conversion by Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza. Conversion: Bukhosi Mhlambis Pressure that was then applied by the opposition was not able to be converted into points. Two more tries were scored by Graeme Graeme College vs Union High School College’s Bukhosi Mhlambiso and Wonga Wakashe, bringing the Graeme College played host to a good union High School halftime score to 19–0. During the second half Liyema Mafane, team on Somerset Field. The Graeme College team gained the Lelethu Cekiso, and Cameron Amos each scored a try, one of the ascendancy in most of the match, which was mainly due to a tries being converted by Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza which brought the dominant performance from their forward pack that provided Graeme College tally to a score of 36. A try was then scored by good ball from which to attack. Although this proved a close Newton Park Technical High School. Graeme College emerged as contest, Graeme College eventually emerged victorious with a the victors with a final score of 36–7. score of 19–14. Try Scorers: Liyema Mafane, Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza, Cameron Try Scorers: Wonga Wakashe, Cameron Amos, Ntsika Ndungane Amos, Bukhosi Mhlambiso, Lelethu Cekiso, Wonga Wakashe Conversions: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) Conversions: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (four) Graeme College vs Pearson High School Graeme College vs Grey High School On Saturday 23 May, Graeme College made the trip to Port Graeme College faced a well-prepared Grey High School team Elizabeth to take on Pearson High School. In the first half, on Somerset field on Saturday 21 May. Graeme College managed Graeme College got off to a good start, scoring early to take to hold onto the ball for long periods of time, and was rewarded a five-point lead. Playing into the wind, Graeme College held with two penalties by Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza during the first half. onto the ball for long periods, thereby not allowing Pearson into Although the Graemians were giving it their all, their set pieces the game for the first 15 minutes. After a ‘blind-side snipe’ and a starting letting them down at important stages in the game. The fifty-meter run by Azizipho Mngcongo, he scored the second try Grey High School team started gaining confidence, scoring two of the day. The try was not converted, but Graeme College were unconverted tries, and bringing the halftime tally to 10–6 in their in the lead by 10–0 at halftime. in the second half, Pearson High favour. Graeme College appeared to believe they had a chance of School mimicked Graeme College by keeping them in their own causing a massive upset, but the fire power at Grey High School’s half, and by playing most of the rugby, and finally being rewarded disposal started to take its toll on the Graemian team. With a good with a penalty. Bukhosi Mhlambiso intercepted a kick from platform to work from, the Grey High School backline started to Pearson High School, which resulted in his counter-attack skills run the ball from all parts of the field, often exposing the Graeme leading Graeme College into the opposition’s 22m line area from College defenses. As Graeme College started to slip off tackles, where a try was scored by Cameron Amos. However, Pearson the Grey High School team ran in six tries. The tide turned in a 20 High School fought back and scored almost immediately with minute period where the Graeme College team struggled to cope a try from a maul. Some errors from Graeme College caused with the speed and strength of the opposition players. Graeme Pearson High School to work their way back into the Graeme College continued to fight, a try being scored by Cameron Amos. College 22m line area, but after a display of sheer determination, Grey High School were victorious with a score of 52–13, resulting Graeme College emerged the victors with a score of 15–10. in the Graeme College team being disappointed with themselves Try Scorers: Azizipho Mngcongo (two), Cameron Amos after a good first half. Try Scorer: Cameron Amos Graeme College vs Kingswood College Conversion: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza Graeme College hosted Kingswood College on a wet Somerset Penalties: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) field on Saturday, 30 July. The Graeme College team was very aware that the Kingswood College team had experienced a good season Graeme College vs Hoërskool Nico Malan to date. This knowledge motivated the Graeme College side as they The Graeme College boys made the trip to Humansdorp on matched up, and on occasion, even bettered the Kingswood team Saturday 28 May to face Hoërskool Nico Malan. Once again, in several areas. Although it was evident that either team could Graeme College got off to a good start as they held onto the ball emerge victorious on the day, the encounter was eventually won by for long periods of time. They applied huge amounts of pressure Kingswood College with a final score of 26–17. During the first on Hoërskool Nico Malan’s strong defensive line. unfortunately half Kingswood College, displaying their backline’s good skills, for Graeme College, all their hard work was undone by costly scored two tries, one of which was converted. Graeme College mistakes on the Hoërskool Nico Malan try line, disallowing the then scored two penalties from Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza. Despite the conversion of pressure to points. The opposite was true for Graemians displaying tremendous heart, the bigger Kingswood Hoërskool Nico Malan as they only entered the Graeme College College side often gained good front foot ball with which to half twice, but managed to score two tries and one conversion. work. At halftime, Kingswood College led by 12–6. Graeme One of these tries came from a maul, while the other was as College started the second half very well by applying pressure on a result of a number of ‘pick and goes’ from the forwards. the Kingswood College line. A scrum by Kingswood College, on During the second half, Graeme College appeared to make a their own try-line, was followed by a tight head and a resultant conscious decision to ‘fight fire with fire’ in order to take on the try by Graeme College captain, Ntsika Ndungane. The conversion big Hoërskool Nico Malan pack. it was not long before they brought Graeme College into the lead at 13–12. Kingswood were rewarded with a try and a conversion. Graeme College then College dominated the ball for long periods of time which led 78 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT 1st XV 2nd XV 3rd XV 4th XV u16A u16B u16C u15A u15B u14A u14B Rugby Day Marlow Marlow Marlow Marlow Marlow 12 March 14–26 (L) 3–16 (L) 0–31 (L) 17–36 (L) 0–54 (L) St Stithian’s School St Festival Stithian’s 23 – 28 March 16–17 (L) Clifton 10–8 (W) Pretoria Boys 20–10 (W) Gill College (A) 41–31 (W) 22–3 (W) 10–3 (W) 14–10 (W) 17–7 (W) 9 April Cambridge High (H) 11–10 (L) 36–7 (W) 12–37 (L) 19–5 (W) 54–0 (W) 5–30 (L) 5–49 (L) 0–45 (L) 0–54 (L) 16 April Queen’s College (A) 6–50 (L) 5–42 (L) 6–57 (L) 0–44 (L) 3–5 (L) 0–5 (L) 7–40 (L) 0–36 (L) 7–5 (W) 0–62 (L) 8–5 (W) 23 April Grey High School Daniel Daniel Framesby Daniel Festival Pienaar Pienaar 0–66 (L) Pienaar 30 April 6–28 (L) 28–6 (W) 12–17 (L) Grey High School Stirling Stirling Stirling Brandwag Festival 2 May 19–34 (L) 7–25 (L) 19–17 (W) 0–37 (L) FNB Classic Clash: 23–7 (L) 10–11 (L) 0–67 (L) 6th 0–29 (L) 7–7 (D) 0–24 (L) 17–48 (L) 12–14 (L) 12–24 (L) 7–47 (L) St Andrew’s 3–43 (L) College (A) 7 May P.J. Olivier 48–0 (W) 17–48 (L) 11 May Newton Tech and N.T. P.R. N.T. P.R.A. N.T. P.R.B. N.T. P.R.A. Port Rex (H) 33–7 (W) 26–5 (W) 53–0 (W) 12–12 47–19 (W) 24–19 (W) 43–5 (W) 17–25 (L) 14 May (D) Grey High School 13–52 (L) 2nd 3rd 5th A C D B C B D (H) 15–24 (L) 5–37 (L) 0–24 (L) 22–10 22–12 12–32 (L) 7–19 (L) 38–10 (W) 15–25 (L) 26–10 21 May (W) (W) (W) Hoërskool Nico 12–12 (D) 7–3 (W) 10–15 (L) 0–17 (L) 47–0 (W) 14–24 (L) 12–12 (D) 8–25 (L) 0–38 (L) Malan (A) 28 May union High School 19–14 (W) 26–7 (W) 29–5 (W) 17–3 (W) 46–5 (W) 22–19 (W) 15–32 (L) (H) 11 June Pearson High 15–10 (W) 33–3 (W) 12–10 15–16 (L) 17–10 0–28 (L) 0–29 (L) 5–28 (L) 5–31 (L) School (A) (W) (W) 23 July Kingswood College 19–26 (L) 15–10 (W) 0–31 (L) 22–5 (W) 0–45 (L) 8–5 (W) 10–17 (L) (H) 30 July Port Alfred High 32–0 (W) 36–0 49–7 (W) 36-0 (W) School (H) (W) 4 August Muir College (H) 23–6 (W) 20–5 (W) 24–7 (W) 48–0 (W) 17–17 (D) 17–17 (D) 37–5 (W) 5–12 (L) 12 August Played (117) 17 14 8 4 14 7 4 16 11 14 8 Won (50) 7 10 3 1 7 4 1 6 6 3 2 Lost (61) 9 4 5 3 7 1 3 9 3 11 6 Drawn (6) 1 0 2 1 2 THe GRAeMiAN 2016 79

SeNiOR SPORT to another converted try. Graeme College struck back with two boys played well and won the game 36–5. The match against penalties, bringing the score to an even 19–19, with ten minutes Queen’s College was tough for the team who lost 46–5. remaining in the game. Kingswood College ultimately scored the The Derby Day against St Andrew’s College was the most final try, bringing the closing score to 26–19 in their favour. disappointing match of the season, as Graeme College was the Try Scorer: Ntsika Ndungane more structured side and created more opportunities. Graeme Conversions Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza College lost the game with the final score of 11–10. Penalty: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza The team found the match against Hoërskool P.J. Olivier to be easier and they won comfortably, the final score being 46–3. The Graeme College vs Muir College match against union High School produced a positive result of This first team match will be remembered as a scrappy 26–5 to Graeme College. encounter that never got going. Both teams seemed content on Grey High School is the annual challenge, a fixture anticipated playing the man, rather than the ball, as emotions ran high on the to be tough. The team played well, but missed opportunities day. Able to get the majority of the good ball from a forward pack resulted in defeat with a score of 15–24. The players displayed that dominated the set pieces, Graeme College were ultimately disappointment, knowing that it could have been so different. victorious with a final score of 23–6. Hoërskool Nico Malan is also always a tough fixture away from Try Scorers: Simamkele Ngxesha, Azizipho Mngcongo, Bukhosi home, but the young men managed a hard-fought battle, winning Mhlambiso 7–3. The match against Port Alfred High School resulted in Conversion: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza another comfortable win, the score being 32–0. Penalties: Sivuyisiwe Ngqiyaza (two) The match against Pearson High School was the teams best performance of the season, with the team 33–3 against all odds. Matches Played: 17 Matches won: 7 The Muir College game was also an outstanding performance, a Matches lost: 9 Matches drawn: 1 hard fought battle with a win of 20–5. The match against Port Player of the year and top try scorer: Azizipho Mngcongo Rex High School was also a tough fixture, the team winning 26–5. Most improved player: Bukhosi Mhlambiso The team was aware of the Kingswood College team’s Hardest working player: Julian Gardner impressive track record this season, and they anticipated that winning would require enormous effort. The Graemians showed Thank you to everyone who has continued to support Graeme great heart, and won the encounter with a final score of 15–10. College rugby, as well as the Graeme College first team. Thank This group of young men can contribute positively towards you to Mr Marius Schmidt, regional manager of BuCO, who is Graeme College rugby next year because they have the potential always instrumental in initiating the first team kit sponsorship to play at a level that is not normally associated with second team from BuCO. Thank you also to Mr JP Holder of Fain, who takes rugby. At times, controlling them was a mighty feat as they strived on the responsibility of arranging to produce the kit, which always to show what they are capable of. it was a privilege and an honour ensures that the players look good. Thank you to Mr Nico van to have been associated with the second team of 2016. Despite der Meulen for his continued support, assistance, hard work and them having learned from me as a coach, i have learned from organization during rugby season. There is much appreciation for them in their aspirations to become independent individuals in the effort that goes into organising kit for the players, fundraising society. i wish them well in their future endeavours. which allows the boys to go on tour at a minimal cost, practice Thank you to Mr. Simon Brill who was instrumental in sessions, and countless Saturdays. Congratulations to all the other conditioning the boys during practices and warm-up sessions teams successes this season and thank you for the support shown prior to matches, and who was always available to travel with the by the school towards the first team. team in my absence. Mr. Annandale’s vast knowledge and experience of forward 2nd xV ruGBy play was immensely beneficial to the team, as was his assistance with scrumming and line-out techniques. The team expressed Mr Louis Wolmarans their gratitude and appreciation towards Mr Annandale’s involvement. Thank you, Mr. Annandale. The second team (below) played rugby of a high level under Being quite excited, and having high expectations for another the leadership and guidance of Odwa Basson and Athenkosi u16 rugby season, an unexpected curveball from Mr Nico van der Meulen, Sports Coordinator, steered me in a different direction altogether. it was a great honour and privilege for me to be considered worthy of the task of second team rugby coach. i was introduced to a group of gutsy young men. The 2016 season started off on a solid footing, with the team narrowly losing to a physical Marlow Agricultural School side by 16–3 points. A solid defensive structure was the key in this match and individuals showcased their value to the team. Pre-season training sessions by Mr van der Meulen proved to have been just what was needed, as the young men displayed positive fitness levels. in the next match against Gill College, the Graeme College team proved too strong for their opposition, winning the game with a score of 22–3. As is usually the case, the match against Cambridge High School was another tough battle. However, the 80 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT 2nD XV ruGBY Back: Garvin Dampies, Sebastian Amner, Donovan Brits, Nicholas Zimmerman, Lelethu Cekiso, Matthew Robertson, Aphiwe Mbejeni Middle: Bavuyise Manyakanyaka, Ludumo Goba, Sixolile Lamani, Siphelele Ngoma, Hlumelo Shelle, Kwandiwe Mbelani, Mvuyelwa Koliti, Curt Williams seated: Duncan Venters, Athenkosi Nkewana, Mr Simon Brill (Assistant Coach), Odwa Basson (c), Mr Louis Wolmarans (Coach), Richard Beyleveld, Mijéan Annandale 3rD XV ruGBY Back: Gqibelo Maqula, Siphokuhle Heleni, Sebastian Amner, Hugh Richards, Kholosa Gxabe, Zolutho Koliti, Sihle Mginywa Middle: Deonito Marthinus, Seth Milne, Luyolo Noyila, Chuma-Nande Gora, Zenande Bavuma, Eric Barnard, Andile Kahlana, Kai Milne seated: Anda Solomon, Anathi Rasana, Bantu Fulani (c), Mr Bernard Mackenzie (coach), Sivuyile Citwa, Athenkosi Memani, Siphesihle Manana THe GRAeMiAN 2016 81

SeNiOR SPORT Nkewana. Both led with maturity, zeal and set a positive example. 4th xV ruGBy Mijéan Annandale did a sterling job of taking control of the forwards for a couple of weeks after Athenkosi suffered an injury. Mr Vuyo Tshekela The task of fielding the best possible side for every match was made difficult due to various injuries as well as some players being selected to represent the first team at times. Thank you to The keen and enthusiastic players of the fourth team are Mr van der Meulen for his assistance and cooperation throughout affectionately referred to as ‘The Dream Team’. The single the season, for always being available to share ideas on player purpose of each of these players is the enjoyment of playing positions and for providing possible structure options. Thank rugby and the camaraderie nurtured amongst their team mates you to Mr Watson for always showing an interest in the boys with – results are not significant. It is important to maintain the a supportive and motivational word. excitement and mindset in order to keep the players eager to be The team’s number one supporter, Mr Venters, was always part of ‘The Dream Team’. behind the poles taking photographs. it is evident that he only Given the small pool of players available, combined with the took a team photograph after a win! lack of fixtures for the fourth team, these players are a crucial Thank you so much to the second team supporters, your component in the internal school rugby fraternity, as they serve as support is greatly appreciated. reserve players in the event of injuries incurred in the higher teams. Player of the year Duncan Venters Despite the above, a number of players showcased brilliance Most improved player Garvin Dampies on the field of play. Nazeem Berenisco displayed excellent Most attacking player Siphelele Ngoma kicking skills, converting several difficult kicks, and Keegan Best backline player Curt Williams Dreyer played with much enthusiasm on the flank. As a result Most consistent player Mijéan Annandale of their superb rugby skills, Oyisa Katshaza and Kholosa Gxabe Best forward player Duncan Venters joined the school’s third team for the remainder of the season. Sportsmanship Athenkosi Nkewana We congratulate all these players on a praiseworthy season. Most points / tries Duncan Venters / Matthew Robertson Leadership Odwa Basson u16a ruGBy Mr Mark Brooks 3rd xV ruGBy Mr Bernard Mackenzie The 2016 season proved challenging for both coaches and players. The fact that the age group also boasts a B and C team it was a genuine privilege to coach the third rugby side this meant that all the players were continually striving to attain season. A lot was learnt by both coach and boys. The sports field a place in the A side. All players showed improvement as the is one place where the boys must be left to fend for themselves as season progressed, which proved that they were not comfortable much as possible. For this reason, much of the game was left up with just being good, but their goal was to be great. The players to the boys themselves, with as little as possible match day input discovered that, through hard work, the desired results would from the coach. it appears this approach was enjoyed by the boys, come to fruition. This ethos filtered through to the weekly fitness allowing them to have fun on their own terms. sessions at practices, and the many ‘koppestamp’ sessions on the in terms of results, the team experienced a slow start to the junior field. Astounding to witness from boys of this age group season, with losses which may have been wins had they been was the strong connection between the players as a result of played later in the season. While the team was often in the hardships endured. game at halftime, a lack of fitness and defensive structure was The team spirit and the way in which the boys held their heads its downfall. Disappointing losses to Cambridge High School, high, even in defeat, are qualities to be proud of. excluding rugby Queen’s College and St Andrew’s College meant that the team festivals, the team lost five out of 12 games, which translated into had to take a hard look at themselves, after which they started a 58% winning record. Some highlights of the season included to turn things around. Hard work on defensive structures and the win against Grey High School (22–10), and a win against fitness soon started turning things around for the team. Kingswood College (22–5). The team lost to St Andrew’s College, A good fight was put up against a strong Grey High School Hoërskool Nico Malan, Queen’s College, Marlow Agricultural team. Two highlights of the season were excellent wins against School, and Pearson High School. The losses resulted in a mature union High School and Muir College. By this stage, the boys approach and temperament during matches, which was evident were fronting up defensively, and they had learnt the lesson that in the last game of the season against Muir College, winning the rugby is not just about what one does when one has the ball; what game 48–0. one does when one does not have the ball is also very important. Congratulations to Theodore Repinz, Arnouw Nel, Mothusi The side was ably led by Bantu Fulani and Sivuyile Citwa, Kabi and eldrico Kivitts for their selection to the Albany u16 other outstanding players including Sibahle Mafani, Oyisa team, and for their representation of Graeme College at the Katshaza, Anathi Rasana, Deonito Marthinus (most improved eastern Province u16 trials. it was impressive to witness the player) and Gqibelo Maqula (third team player of the year), Sihle humility displayed by these players, while also contributing to Mginywa, and Kholosa Gxabe. Many other players, who played maintaining a strong team spirit within the team. Due to injuries, their part in the season, all contributed to making the coach’s job Arnouw Nel was the only player to attend the tournament in very pleasurable. Being at the school for another year or two, a Frankfort, Free State, where he achieved the Player of the Day number of the third team players stand a chance of representing award – congratulations, Arnouw! in accord with the strong sense the school’s first team in the future. of ‘team’ displayed by these players, no best or most improved 82 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT u16a ruGBY Back: Uminathi Anthony, Mark Amm, Mothusi Kabi Middle: Bongolwethu Adam, Thuso Mokhele, Siphuxolo Sandi, Jeremy Beyleveld, Liam Agnew, Tadiwa Mafuma, Japhet du Plessis seated: Sithombo Masakane, Buyile Sphambo, Mr Ryan Horne (coach), Theo Repinz (c), Mr Mark Brooks (coach), Eldrico Kivitts, Arnouw Nel u16a ruGBY sQuaD Back: Juan-Dré de Klerk, David McCallum, Uminathi Anthony, Mark Amm, Mothusi Kabi, Gregory Terblanche, Bradley de la Mare Middle: Bongolwethu Adam, Thuso Mokhele, Siphuxolo Sandi, Jeremy Beyleveld, Liam Agnew, Tadiwa Mafuma, Japhet du Plessis, Ndabamnandi Ngesi, Kieran Emmanuel seated: Sithombo Masakane, Buyile Sphambo, Mr Ryan Horne (coach), Theo Repinz (c), Mr Mark Brooks (coach), Eldrico Kivitts, Arnouw Nel THe GRAeMiAN 2016 83

SeNiOR SPORT players will be named this year. All that remains is to thank the grown and developed during the season and their progress will players for trusting in a young coaching staff, and for giving of be followed closely as their futures unfold. To quote first team their best on the field. Through continued hard work, this group coach, Mr Jonty van der Meulen, ‘the next time you run onto the of gentlemen will reach new heights, and will secure the future field, you should have a number on your back’. The players can of Graeme College. all achieve this goal, through hard work, and it is anticipated that Thank you to captains, Theodore Repinz and Buyile Sphambo, they will return bigger, faster, and stronger next season. who led and inspired the team when the time was right, and who ultimately made coaching the team that much easier. Thank you u15a ruGBy also to Mr Ryan Horne for his assistance and wise guidance during the season, and thank you to all fellow coaches and staff Mr Michael Pretorius members whose constant support and advice contributed greatly to moulding the skills of a first-time coach. Thank you to all the parents who showed unwavering support every Saturday. A The season started off well with a great victory of 36–17 special thank you is extended to the Repinz family for arranging against Marlow Agricultural School on the Graeme College/Pam warm-up shirts, as well as the end-of-season braai. Golding Rugby Day. The boys were dominant in the physical collisions, and using their pace, managed to score good running u16B ruGBy tries. There was much hope that this was the start of a good season – however, the boys struggled to maintain consistency, Mr Ryan Horne which was reflected in the results. The team eventually did manage to show their potential, and managed to produce some good results; a try after full- The u16 age group this year consisted of very talented boys time to beat Stirling High School by two points, a dominating comprising A, B and C teams. This made the players aware that, performance against union High School, winning 46–5, and a to be the best, would take huge amounts of hard work. instilled great 17–7 draw against a very strong Muir College team. in each player from the start was to put the team before any Although many of the players in this age group have potential, individual, and the motto became ‘hard work beats talent when it is also evident that, psychologically, they struggle to play to talent doesn’t work hard’. Due to the teams’ ethos and hard work, their full potential. it is believed that, with maturity and mental the season proved fruitful and rewards were reaped. The team’s strengthening, the players of this age group will be unstoppable. leaders, Hlumelo Kulati and Andrew McCallum, deserve special Yanga Bangisa was crowned the player of the season, and top recognition for their leadership, for handling tough situations, try scorer. and for their decision-making in crucial moments. The team enjoyed a very successful 2016 season and, although u15B ruGBy fixtures were few, the boys never lost their determination and hunger for the game. Seven games were played, two drawn and Mr Bradley Robinson four won while the only loss was against Queen’s College (0–5). The team’s attractive running rugby style and true Graemian spirit are praiseworthy attributes which made their coach very The u15B team experienced a successful season, showing proud. Some highlights of the season include a 22–12 win the talents of a promising group of individuals. Setting high against Grey High School; a 12–12 draw against the Port Rex expectations for the remainder of the season was a phenomenal High School u16 team; a 7–7 draw against rivals, St Andrew’s nine-try win over Cambridge High School. Another highlight College; a 49–0 win against Hoërskool Nico Malan; and a 17–0 of the year was a narrow win over Queen’s College, especially win against Pearson High School. Overall, the team achieved as they proved to be too strong for most of the other Graeme 164 points in their favour versus a loss of only 36 points, which College teams on the day. Although there were 25 boys in the translates to conceding five points per game while achieving an team, an u15C team was not possible, resulting in competition impressive 23 points per game. Congratulations to the team for for places in the B team being hotly contested. Several players a very successful season, for all their consistent hard work up the were given the opportunity to play for the A team, just reward for ‘famous hill’ and ‘koppestamp’ sessions. their hard work throughout the season. This team has the ability Thank you to Mr Mark Brooks for his contribution towards to improve on this year’s results next season if they play the game the team, his unfailing support, and his informative assistance as a team, and believe in their abilities as rugby players. Coaching with the forwards. Thank you to Mr Mike McCallum for his this team was always fun and it is hoped the players continue to advice, support and recruitment. Thank you to coaches, staff, grow into better rugby players and gentlemen. and the parents for their unwavering support which is very much appreciated. Thank you to the team for a very enjoyable season in which we all learned a lot, as coach and players. 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SeNiOR SPORT u16B ruGBY Back: Hlomla Siwisa, Ndabamnandi Ngesi, Joshua Toth, Bradley de la Mare, Ryan Kemp, Mbasa Mnyaka Middle: Asakhe Stenge, Mvelo Ndokweni, Khaya Nqubuka, Juan-Dré de Klerk, Siphosethu Nyanda, Siyavuya Hashe, Liyema Mafane seated: David McCallum, Gregory Terblanche, Mr Ryan Horne (coach), Hlumelo Kulati (c), Mr Mark Brooks (coach), Romario Fritz, Kieran Emmanuel u16c ruGBY Back: Ihlomile Mazomba, Thornton Shone, Jeandré Strauss Middle: Jordan Wolhuter, Silindokuhle Mdaka, Usman Hayat, Ndabamnandi Ngesi, Liyema-Elethu Magula, Luyolo Mnyobe seated: Asakhe Stenge, Daniel-Keagan Hockly, Liyema Mafane, Mr Michael McCallum (coach), Nathan Harnwell, Tashin Patrick, Romario Fritz THe GRAeMiAN 2016 85

SeNiOR SPORT u15a ruGBY Back: Keeran Christian, Indiphile Ralo, Lakhanya Sam, Keenan Siebritz, Somila Lamani, Tristan Banfield Middle: Culumanco Pongoma, Sinovuyo Yantolo, Ethan de Vos, Lukhanyo Vena, Sonwabile Leleki, Yanga Bangisa, Aphiwe Sandi seated: Cullen Williams, Sifundo Dube, Elona Melane (c), Mr Michael Pretorius (coach), Bradley Mapaling, Matthew Kirk, Aviwe Dingana u15B ruGBY Back: Keeran Christian, Lubabalo Mkhathali, Riaan Labuschagne, Uviwe Tiyo, Ethan de Vos Middle: Asanele Babe, Lilitha Njenje, Lwando Nkoso, Lutho Gule, Maqhawe Masoka, Inga Biko, Libonge Rorwana, Shaun Botha seated: Mihle Maneli, Simon Cowley, Inga Mpangiso (c), Mr Michael Pretorius (coach), Zukhanye Khalipa, Liyema Tonjeni, Aphiwe Sandi absent: Mr Bradley Robinson (coach) 86 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT u14a ruGBY Back: Raven Bush, Theodore Shelle, Lithemba Goduka, Sonqoba Makalima, Benjamin Botha Middle: Jordan Doyle, Cody Schmidt, Sivuziwe Nobebe, Declan de la Mare, Brandon Gardner, Chumani Tshuni, Ryan Bush, Liyema Daniels seated: Lathi-Tha Jodwana, Andrew McCallum, Mr Thomas Davey (coach), Zusakhe Kepe (c), Mr Miles Hoogwerf (coach), Lelona Xhaso, Buhle Planga u14B ruGBY Back: Calvyn Rostron, Declan de la Mare, Theodore Shelle, Lathi-Tha Jodwana, Matthew du Plooy, Zintle Papu, Nathan Walton, Sokhana Maqoko Middle: Lukhanyo Dyibishe, James Gush, Cameron Nelson, Buncwane Naki, Tinashe Gomo, Jayden Roesstorff, Cody Schmidt, Caleb Dickinson, Yakha Mpulani, Buntu Yamile, Mihle Kete seated: Seth Barends, Grayson Darlow, Mr Thomas Davey (coach), Axolile Fani (c), Mr Miles Hoogwerf (coach), Brandon Gardner, Miracle Mgqwashu THe GRAeMiAN 2016 87

SeNiOR SPORT u14a ruGBy be expected of each and every one of these players. A sincere thank you is extended to Mr Watson for his valuable Mr Miles Hoogwerf coaching and efforts put in with the forwards. Mr Watson made a considerable impact and influence regarding the heart and toughness of the engine room. Sincerest thanks are also After the role of Muir College Headmaster was accepted by extended to the supportive and loyal parents for the positive part Mr Robin Stephenson earlier this year, it was a privilege to take they played in their sons’ first high school rugby season. on the challenge and responsibility of coaching the u14A team this season. As coach, the task was both daunting and exciting, but it was also tough for the players who had to adapt to a new coaching style and game plan. u14B ruGBy The season was an enjoyable one, largely because of the Mr Thomas Davey interesting range of personalities involved. A positive attitude, keenness to learn and train, coupled with good manners and self- discipline, all further contributed to this. Good health and very The u14B team, otherwise known as the “Badgers”, have had few injuries too, were factors which fostered a settled and well- a mixed season with many highs and lows. Notable achievements knit team. have been victories over Queen’s College and Grey High School, Coaching is more of a guidance role. As coach, one aims to in which the boys rallied behind each other and worked as a team guide one’s team in a winning direction. However, winning may to pull off momentous upsets. not always mean having more points than the opposition. This Though it is never easy losing, the boys must be commended year, the u14 players proved that they are willing to show courage for always being gracious in defeat and for always showing the and strength in the face of adversity, which proved invaluable. upmost sportsmanship. it has been a great pleasure to coach such Despite the win record produced, the players proved to the a dedicated and vibrant bunch of boys, who were always willing school, their coaches and, most importantly, to themselves to learn and have fun at the same time. i wish the boys all the that they have the courage and passion required to take on any success in the coming years – sporting and academic. Thank you challenge they may face in the future. it has been an honour to for the season, Badgers. it has been a great pleasure coaching watch the boys grow individually, and as a team. Great things can this team. Squash Mr Johannes Bodenstein What a great year of squash! So many juniors are starting levels. This gives the Graeme College boys the opportunity to to play squash, and this is starting to show in the senior squash develop the skill sets in a social, but competitive, environment results as well. The season began with the top six senior squash and to face varied ranges of opponents. The results for each boys playing in Graeme College’s first ever participation at the league are as follows: St Stithian’s College Festival, which took place in Johannesburg. The young team did well, and we are looking forward to see how Graeme College First Team (GC1) this team will grow during the next two years. The senior boys The standard of the first league improved immensely this year. also played well in the Dave Hodgson tournament at St Andrew’s Therefore, the young team which consisted of Stefan Botha, College. Mr Jonty van der Meulen, Mr Johannes Bodenstein, and Thuso Thank you to all the coaches who have helped the boys Mokhele, found it quite challenging and managed to finish sixth become better players. Thank you to all the parents who make overall. A definite improvement will be shown in the years to the time to support their sons during matches. come, with so many young talents coming through the ranks. Eastern Province Squash Graeme College Second Team (GC2) The following boys represented eastern Province in the This was a strong second league, in which the boys did very interprovincial tournament, which took place at various venues well. The team consisted of Mr Sean Kilian, Liam Agnew, in the country during the July holidays: Zusakhe Kepe, and Kieran emmanuel. All the young players Dale Pote u14B team gained valuable experience for 2017 and the team finished fourth Garwin Dampies u14A team overall. The boys are all playing good squash, and they can be Liam Agnew u16B team proud of their achievements thus far. Stefan Botha u16A team Together with the junior players, seven boys made different Graeme College Third Team (GC3) teams for eastern Province, which is an excellent result for a The third team played in the fourth adult league, and managed school as small as Graeme College – well done, boys! to finish fifth overall; this is a great result as the very young team consisted of Garwin Dampies, Dale Pote, Alexander McGee, Grahamstown Squash League Cody Schmidt and Tinashe Gomo. Good things are expected The Grahamstown Squash League consists of teams from from this team next year. various schools, institutions and social groups with various skill 88 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT 1st sQuash Back: Kieran Emmanuel, Liam Agnew, Garwin Dampies, Asakhe Stenge seated: Mr Johannes Bodenstein (MIC: Squash), Thuso Mokhele, Mr Kevin Watson (Headmaster), Stefan Botha (c), Mr Jonty van der Meulen (coach) Gc2 maKana sQuash LEaGuE Back: Alexander McGee, Kieran Emmanuel seated: Liam Agnew (c), Mr Johannes Bodenstein (coach), Asakhe Stenge THe GRAeMiAN 2016 89

SeNiOR SPORT Gc3 maKana sQuash LEaGuE Back: Cody Schmidt, Tinashe Gomo seated: Dale Pote, Mr Johannes Bodenstein (coach), Garwin Dampies (c) sEnior sQuash tour Back: Thuso Mokhele, Kieran Emmanuel, Garwin Dampies, Asakhe Stenge seated: Liam Agnew, Mr Johannes Bodenstein (coach), Stefan Botha (c) 90 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT Swimming Ms Morgan White A small but committed group of swimmers participated in The following outstanding results were attained at the Top various galas this season. in January the season started with eight Gala: Graeme College hosting the senior long course swimming gala Cody Schmidt (u13) Bronze 50m Freestyle at which Jason Lee, Gregory Terblanche, and Andrew McCallum Jason Lee (u16) Gold 50m Breaststroke excelled. Silver 50m Freestyle Gregory Terblanche and Andrew McCallum participated Gregory Terblanche (U16) Silver 50m Butterfly in various eastern Province A-league galas throughout the Silver 50m Freestyle season. The competition at these galas is exceptionally tough, The interhouse swimming gala brought the swimming season as this league hosts swimmers who aim for provincial selection to a close. This gala showcases the hard work and effort of at level one, level two, and level three galas. Andrew McCallum our swimmers. Jason Lee, Gregory Terblanche, and Andrew was selected to swim in the South African Regional level one McCallum dominated the interhouse gala, and were justly swimming gala, where he won two bronze medals for 50m and awarded for their efforts. Andrew McCallum attained the most 100m breaststroke – this is an outstanding achievement! advanced senior swimmer award at the gala. Hutton House was Various other swimmers participated in the eastern Cape placed first according to points earned at the gala. provincial B-League galas, where swimmers are selected to swim Full colours for swimming were awarded to Jason Lee, and in the Top Eight swimming gala. This is a difficult gala to qualify half colours were awarded to Gregory Terblanche. for as there is a large number of contestants. The following in addition to his swimming, Andrew McCallum was also boys were selected to swim in the Top eight gala: Reece Green, selected for the eastern Province Biathlon team. He excelled Jason Lee, Joshua Pamphilon, Jake Scheepers, Cody Schmidt, and at the interprovincial meet, and has been selected to represent Gregory Terblanche. South Africa in Florida, united States of America. This is an outstanding achievement! Thank you to Mr Van Hille and Mr Berriman for maintaining the good condition of the swimming pool for our swimmers. sEnior swimminG Back: Cody Schmidt, Theodore Shelle, Joshua Pamphilon, Jake Scheepers, Tatenda Chinganga seated: Gregory Terblanche, Reece Green, Mr Lawrence Ferreira (coach), Jason Lee, Ms Morgan White (coach), Kieran Emmanuel, Andrew McCallum THe GRAeMiAN 2016 91

SeNiOR SPORT Tennis Mr Nico van der Meulen interest in tennis remains as strong as ever, with large vs. St Andrew’s College (Bailey Cup) won 38–37 numbers of senior and junior players turning up for practices vs. Kingswood College (Bailey Cup) won 50–25 every Monday and Wednesday. The coaches are very proud of vs. Kingswood College (Stayers) to be played the boys’ commitment and dedication to the sport. All the teams, vs. St Andrew’s College (Stayers) to be played especially the first team, acquitted themselves very well, and School Championship Results ended the tennis season on a high note. Most of the third term play concentrated on the school Settlers Cup championships. Congratulations to the following boys who were The tennis season began on the very first Sunday of the victorious after most matches were won in the third set. school calendar year with Graeme College, St Andrew’s College, OPeN Kingswood College and union High School contending for the Singles winner Mark Amm Settlers Cup. A lot of tennis is played on the day – the top eight Singles runner-up Christopher Gleaves players of each school each play one singles and one doubles match Doubles winner Mark Amm and Richard Beyleveld against each of the opposition schools. The Graeme College team Doubles runner-up Christopher Gleaves and Jeremy Beyleveld were the victors, winning 10–2 against Kingswood College, 7–5 uNDeR 15 against St Andrew’s College and 11–1 against union High School. Singles winner Aaron Richardson Grahamstown and District Championships/Albany Trials Singles runner-up Riaan Labuschagne The experience and match practice gained in this tournament Doubles Winner Aaron Richardson and Riaan Labuschagne is always a good platform for the season ahead. A Grahamstown Doubles runner-up Shaun Botha and Tristan Pullen team was selected to play against Midlands Schools. Graeme Contesting the final for the second consecutive year were two College players selected for the team were Mark Amm (u18 Grade 10 learners, Mark Amm and Christopher Gleaves. number one), Christopher Gleaves (u18 number two), Richard Sports Dinner Beyleveld (U18 number five), Jeremy Beyleveld (U16 number For the first time in Graeme College history, an inaugural five), Ethan Richardson (U14 number one), Craig Terblanche Sports Dinner was held in the school hall on Friday 19 August (u14 number four) and Cody Schmidt (u14 number six). 2016. The top ten open tennis players were invited to this prestigious event to celebrate their tennis achievements, along Knowling Shield with other sporting achievements of 2016. At the dinner, it Once again, a titanic battle ensued when the Knowling Shield was competed for by the three Grahamstown schools. was mentioned that, should our extremely talented and young group of tennis players continue an upward spiral, the future of The Graeme College team successfully defended the Knowling Graeme College tennis is something to look forward to. Shield, after winning both matches against strong opposition Warwick Bailey Cup This is a unique competition, as it determines the school’s tennis strength as opposed to age group strength. At the end of the competition, Graeme College won with 88 games, St Andrew’s College/Preparatory School came second with 81 games, followed by Kingswood College with 56 games. The team consisted of Mark Amm and Richard Beyleveld, Christopher Gleaves and Jeremy Beyleveld, Garwin Dampies and ethan Richardson, Jack Botha and Jaryd Botha, and Murray Tyson and Tyenu-Josh Cannon. Interhouse Tennis Championships For several years this tournament was not played. After keen interest was shown by the players, the coaches decided to re- introduce the tournament again. We thank Mr Louis Wolmarans Knowling Shield for designing and donating a shield for this internal competition. After some keenly contested matches, the results were Hutton (139), followed by Vernal (121), Wiles (108), and Neilson (69) games. Summary of First Team matches played vs Kingswood College (Settlers Cup) won 10–2 vs St Andrew’s College (Settlers Cup) won 7–5 vs union High School (Settlers Cup) won 11–1 vs Queen’s College won 14–1 vs Kingswood College (Knowling Shield) won 3–2 vs St Andrew’s College (Knowling Shield) won 4–1 Warwick vs Marlow Agricultural School won 11–7 Bailey Cup vs Pearson High School won 12–3 92 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT Overseas Tennis Tour for Graeme College. One of the many highlights on the tour After much preparation and fundraising, 13 learners (seniors was watching tennis at Wimbledon (after a four hour queue), and juniors) and six adults (Mr and Mrs van der Meulen, Mr where the boys were particularly impressed and interested in the and Mrs Watson, Mrs Gleaves, and granny Gleaves) returned ladies tennis. Another highlight was an organised tour of the on Friday 3 July after a busy and successful ten-day tour to the Lord’s Cricket Ground (sponsored by Gerry Kingsley, an Old united Kingdom. Four matches were played (two wins and two Graemian). Other visits were to Buckingham Palace, Ripley’s losses), with the boys being exposed to different playing surfaces. “Believe it or Not” Museum, the London Dungeon, the River The team toured London itself, as well as the beautiful outlying Thames, and of course, many shopping sprees. countryside. Matches were played against Wellington College The team wishes to express their sincere thanks to the in Berkshire, Bedford School in Bedfordshire, Seven Oaks in Grahamstown community, Graemian parents, Old Boys, Kent, and King’s College in Wimbledon. Our players were sponsors, and Graeme College for their assistance and support in complimented on their behaviour, and were true ambassadors making this memorable tour possible. uK tEnnis tour Back: Tristan Pullen, Bryn Reynolds, Bryan Geyer, Jonathan Maasdorp, Aaron Richardson, Theo Repinz, Jeremy Beyleveld, Riaan Labuschagne seated: Nicholas Zimmerman, Mark Amm, Mrs Hanlie van der Meulen (coach), Richard Beyleveld (c), Mr Nico van der Meulen (Manager), Christopher Gleaves, Rudolph Botha THe GRAeMiAN 2016 93

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SeNiOR SPORT 1st tEnnis Back: Mbasa Ndobo, Bryn Reynolds, Jonathan Maasdorp, Jeremy Beyleveld, Bryan Geyer seated: Nicholas Zimmerman, Mark Amm, Mrs Hanlie van der Meulen (coach), Richard Beyleveld (c), Mr Kevin Watson (Headmaster), Christopher Gleaves, Rudolph Botha 2nD tEnnis Back: Sisipho Mpolweni, Chulumanco Mdunyelwa, Joshua Toth, Tashin Patrick, Arryn Michaels, Ihlomile Mazomba, Zama Mafuya, Brent Smith seated: Hlumelo Jubase, Lloyd Cowley, Mrs Hanlie van der Meulen (coach), Sange Loliwe (c), Garad Watkins, Asher Pearse, Kabir Sonne THe GRAeMiAN 2016 95

SeNiOR SPORT u15a tEnnis Back: Tinashe Gomo, Shaun Botha, Tristan Pullen, Tristan Banfield, Cody Schmidt seated: Simon Cowley, Aaron Richardson, Mr Nico van der Meulen (coach), Riaan Labuschagne, Garwin Dampies u15B tEnnis Back: Manusizwe Jourdan, Samuel Fincham, James Gush seated: Aswyn Classen, Declan de la Mare, Mr Nico van der Meulen (coach), Jayden Roesstorff, Keanu Hassim 96 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

SeNiOR SPORT Water Polo Mr Mark Brooks Water polo at Graeme College has grown in interest this The St Andrew’s Shield Tournament provided a platform for year, expanding from being able to field only a first team, to the side to experience an extremely high level of polo and, again, now having a junior u15 side as well. it has been a turbulent the side leaned much throughout the tournament. This resulted year for both teams as the Grahamstown water polo league has in a victory against Queen’s College. been cancelled and, as such, regular fixtures have been tough to The junior side traveled to east London to compete in the organize. However, the boys are extremely passionate about the Sterrenberg Tournament hosted by Selborne College, and sport, and this did not stop them from working hard, resulting in Merrifield School. It was amazing how much progress the team genuine improvement throughout the season. made during the tournament. This led to a nail-biting final The first team attended two tournaments this year, namely encounter against Selborne College which ended in a 3-2 defeat. the Knysna Oakhill tournament, and the St Andrew’s Shield The boys, however, seemed to enjoy the learning experience and tournament. As the team only had three Grade 12 players, it it is apparent that, if these talented young men continue to work was impressive to see the younger players drive and adaptability hard, the future of water polo at Graeme College is secure. in each game. The Oakhill Tournament was a steep learning i congratulate the players from both teams on their dedication curve, as it was the first time most of the players had attended in often extreme circumstances, and also on the way they the tournament. Nevertheless, they showed much improvement conducted themselves this season, whether winning or losing. throughout the course of the event. Congratulations to Matthew Next year is an exciting prospect as I am confident that, through Stanley, who was the recipient of Graeme College’s ‘Best Player’ continued hard work, the improvement and growth will know award, and to Donovan Brits who was declared the top goal scorer no bounds. for Graeme College. it was fantastic to see the camaraderie and Huge thanks are extended to Mr Stuart for his hard work, and tradition growing amongst the players, who get along well inside for inspiring myself and the boys. and out of the pool. 1st watEr PoLo Back: Keegan Dreyer, Sebastian Amner, Theo Repinz, James Hallier, Julian Gardner, Bradley de la Mare seated: Gregory Terblanche, Duncan Venters, Matthew Stanley, Mr Mark Brooks (coach), Calvin Wolhuter, Donovan Brits, Jason Lee This page is proudly sponsored by Albany Computers t: 046-622 4614 THe GRAeMiAN 2016 97

SeNiOR SPORT u15a watEr PoLo Back: Jordan Wolhuter, Keanu Hassim, Brandon Gardner, Jake Scheepers, Joshua Pamphilon, Declan de la Mare, Samuel Fincham, Tatenda Chinganga seated: Theodore Shelle, Cody Schmidt, Andrew McCallum, Mr Mark Brooks (coach), Theo Repinz, Alexander McGee, Gareth Clamp 2nD watEr PoLo Back: Kieran Emmanuel, Ryan Kemp, Nathan Muir, Duncan Venters, James Hallier, Jeandré Straus seated: Eric Barnard, Hugh Richards, Mr Mark Brooks (coach), Chulumanco Mdunyelwa, Keegan Dreyer 98 THe GRAeMiAN 2016

eXTeRNAL SPORT External Sport Achievements arChery karate Dylan Long (Grade 3) won a silver medal in the Standard Brent Smith (Grade 10) claimed first place in the U15 and Boy section at the eastern Cape Provincial indoor Archery u16 boys Brown and Black Belt Category in both the Kata and Competition which was held in May 2016. Dylan, only eight years Kumite categories, first place in the Kata Category, and third in old, competed in the boys u13 division. the Kumite Category in the Junior Mens Brown and Black Belt Category at the annual All-Shotokan Karate Championships held Ballroom danCinG at the 1820 Settlers Monument in February 2016. Brent was also selected to compete at the World union of Vincent Swanepoel (Grade 5) of the Makana Dance School Karate-do Federations World Championships held in Dublin, was selected to the eastern Province Ballroom Team. This team Ireland in June 2016. He received his first dan black belt at the participated at the interprovincial Ballroom Competition in Joza, eCSR and Rhodes Shotokan university Dan Grading Johannesburg in May 2016. Ceremony on Saturday 27 August 2016. Keanan Oosthuizen (Grade 11) competed in the SASKA Biathle National Championships held at the Fish River Sun in October 2016. Keanan obtained gold medals in Kumite and Kata (Karate). Andrew McCallum (Grade 8) was selected to take part in the The following Graemians participated in the SASKA National Nelson Mandela Bay Biathle Championships in April 2016 after Championships: which he was selected as part of the eastern Province Biathle Malakiwe Nikelo (Grade 1) participated team which competed in the National Biathle Competition held Logan Strauss (Grade 2) participated in Bela Bela in June 2016. Andrew also represented the eastern Seb Lottering (Grade 2) participated Province u14 Biathle team at the interprovincial meeting held Qhawe Mbelani (Grade 2) participated during the June/July holidays. He finished sixth and was selected Yahya Motara (Grade 4) participated to represent the South African team which travelled to the united Ambesa Cagwe (Grade 5) participated States of America in October. At the World Championships, Nangamso Gamlashe (Grade 4) participated Andrew finished in 13th place (out of 19 athletes in his age Hamza Motara (Grade 1) group). This was a personal best achievement as he took 12 second in Kumite category (boys 6 years) seconds off his South African championship time. Ali-Ahmed Syed Cassim (Grade 4) first in the Kata category (boys 10 years) ironkids Jordan Doyle (Grade 8) third in the Kumite category (boys 13–14 years) On Saturday 9 April 2016, three Foundation Phase Graemians Keanan Oosthuizen (Grade 11) took part in the ironKids biathlon (swimming and running) first in the Kumite and Shobu Sanbon categories in Port elizabeth. This race is all about participation, fun and (boys 15–17 years) healthy living for kids. Graham Whetton (Grade 2, below left), Brent Smith (Grade 10) Daegen Lisher (Grade 2, below centre), and Christopher McLean first in the Kata and Kumite C categories, second for (Grade 3, below right), received medals for their participation. the Best of the Best Kata and Shobu ipon and third for Bunkai and Team Kata (boys 15 to 17 years). Biathlon Cameron Rafferty (Grade 7), his sister Toni, and father, Kevin were selected as part of the eastern Cape team which took part in the South African Biathlon Championships in Bloemfontein in March 2016. Cameron was also selected for the eastern Province u15A Biathlon team. This team competed in the SFS interprovincial event in Bloemfontein in October 2016. mountain BikinG Lloyd Vos (Grade 10) placed second overall in the VW Herald 60km mountain bike race held at Addo in February 2016, and third overall in the 65km Timbers Mountain Bike Race in rmr makana Green run February 2016. Congratulations to Cee-Jay Porthen (Grade 7) who placed first in the Minimee category of the RMR Makana Green Run held in May 2016. THe GRAeMiAN 2016 99

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