BOYS: u15 KZN side lands into final after narrow victory over Central Gauteng on Day 4
The standout moment of the day came in the nail-biting Second Semi-Final between Kwa-Zulu Natal and Central Gauteng.
The match went down to the wire in the final chukka, culminating in a dramatic 7-7 draw. Thomas Francke proved to be the hero for Kwa-Zulu Natal, securing a spot in the finals with a hat-trick.
The day also witnessed other compelling encounters, including Western Province A’s commanding 11-3 victory over Buffalo City in the first Semi-Final.
In a thrilling day of water polo action, the Quarter Final matches showcased intense competition and determined performances. Kwa-Zulu Natal emerged victorious in Quarter Final 1, overpowering Western Province B with a convincing 11-1 win.
The stage is now set for an eagerly anticipated final, promising fans another thrilling display of water polo excellence.
RESULTS DAY 4
Quarter Final 1
Western Province B 1 – Goals: Tim Farrel. Kwa-Zulu Natal 11 – Goals: Levi Thom (2), Oliver Ludig (2), Thomas Aylward (2), Elliot Springate, Garrick Phillips, Tane Greene, Sebastian Laudenberg, Musawenkosi Mpongda.
Quarter Final 2
Buffalo City 3 – Goals: Cullen Mortlock (2), Tiago Williams. Nelson Mandela Bay 2 Goals – Stefan Polderman (2).
Quarter Final 3
Northern Tigers 1 – Goals: Sean Van Der Merwe. Western Province A 14 – Goals: Benjamin Bigara (3), Harry Oldham (3), Alex Barret (2), Andrew Reynolds (2), Matthew Fenn, Daniel Fisher, Tim Young.
Quarter Final 4
Central Gauteng B 2 – Goals: Daniel Pronk, Matthew Peacock. Central Gauteng A 9 – Goals: Roan Wessels (2), Connor McJannet (2), Dylan Gander, Cooper Haworth, Troy Pasqualle, Ryan Morely, David, Latilla-Campbell.
5A vs 6B
Eastern Gauteng 4 – Goals: Andrew Christopher Castley (2), Daniel Rheeder, Travis Kempen. Eden District 3 – Goals: Luca Whitehead (2), Matthew Tindall.
5B vs 6A
Zimbabwe 16 – Goals: Blaise Scheepers (4), Tapfuma Taundi (4), Liam Chicksen (2), Thomas Dorward, Teak Watson, Daniel Oxden-Willows. Northern Tigers 3 – Goals: Micahel Monni (2), Pieter Grobler.
Loser Match 31 vs Loser Match 32
Northern Tigers 6 – Goals: Ardan Robertson (3), Imraan Hussein De Gama, Etienne Van Der Merwe, Christiaan Truter . Nelson Mandela Bay 9 – Goals: Dane Paterson (4), Blake Parker (2), Carter Rosser, Christian Chandler, Adam Ball.
Winner Match 31 vs Winner Match 32
Western Province B 10 – Goals: Tim Farrel (2), Connor Mortlock (2), Thomas Cruikshank (2), Ross Prinsloo, Oyama Mketse, Daniel Fyfer, Anthony Lampe. Central Gauteng B 3 – Goals: Luke Shipway (2), Daniel Pronk.
Semi-Final 1
Western Province A 11 – Goals: Benjamin Bigara (3), Matthew Fenn (2), Alex Barret (2), Tim Young, Caleb Hartely, James Pinnock, James Malan. Buffalo City 3 – Goals: Daniel Woodin (2), Michael Russel.
Semi-Final 2
Kwa-Zulu Natal 7(7) – Goals: Thomas Franke (3), Levi Thom (2), Thomas Aylward. Central Gauteng 7(6) – Goals: Cooper Haworth, Connor Mc Jannet, Matthew Cross, Craig Toet.