KZN Coastal A heats up with Westville Boys’ High on a strong run
The reigning champions, Westville Boys’ High, have picked up momentum following a slow start to the Mancosa KwaZulu-Natal High Schools Football Association (KZNHSFA) Coastal A-League. They’re back in the title chase after a 2-0 victory over Pinetown Boys’ High on Tuesday.
With only one match remaining in the regular season and six matches already played, the Griffins have recorded four wins, one draw, and one loss.
On Tuesday, propelled by goals from Nkanyezi Mkhungu and Kayden van Wyk, they beat Pinetown Boys’ High to move above Northwood to second place in the standings.
One more victory would secure their qualification for the Coastal A-League final on 9 June.
Catch the KZNHSFA Inland A-League action LIVE on SuperSport Schools
Glenwood, however, continues to set the pace. They’re unbeaten in the league, with five wins and one draw after six matches.
On Tuesday, the Green Machine scored a narrow 2-1 victory over Northwood in a battle between the teams at the top of the table. Captain Ndalo Mbatha, who has been pivotal for Khaya Mngwengwe’s team, netted a goal in the win over the Knights, with Iviwe Mkhulise contributing the second for Glenwood.
The reliable Rhys Millar netted a consolation goal for the Knights.
In other fixtures, Port Shepstone, currently in fifth place, scored a 2-0 victory over Bechet, while Hillcrest High and Durban High School (DHS) played to a goalless draw.
On Wednesday, the action takes place in the Inland A-League, with all matches being livestreamed on the SuperSport Schools App.
RESULTS
Tuesday, 19 May
Westville 2-0 Pinetown
Port Shepstone 2-0 Bechet
DHS 0-0 Hillcrest
Glenwood 2-1 Northwood
Forthcoming Fixtures
Wednesday, 20 May
Barns Field
15:00 – Carter High vs Edendale
16:00 – Maritzburg College
Alexandra High
15:00 – Alexandra High vs Linpark
16:00 – Haythorne vs Ixopo
