Rondebosch does the Bish-Bosh double
On Saturday, on the Piley Rees, in the final game of the season, a King Price Derby Series showdown against Bishops, Rondebosch‘s Aluta Wesi was as dangerous at outside centre as he has been at eighthman in 2025.
His two tries helped his side to a 28-22 win. In June, ‘Bosch beat their great rivals 28-7.
Captain and flank, Josh Neill, was also on the score sheet in his final game for the school.
The SA Schools‘ star is the complete package. His steal, carry, and tackle stats must rank amongst the highest of all schoolboy rugby players this season. He’s a phenomenal talent with huge potential to take his game to even greater heights in the future.
Despite some frustrating performances along the way, Rondebosch delivered a pretty strong season overall. When asked about his highlight of their campaign, head coach Jaco Zeeman answered: “Beating Boland Landbou 57-26 definitely serves as my favourite moment of the season. It’s the first time that the Rondebosch 1st XV has scored more than 50 against a Winelands school in their history.”
Although beaten, Bishops have reason to be optimistic. One might have thought that they would lose momentum when Sam Mofokeng took over the head coach role from Wes Chetty in July. They’ve continued to improve, however.
Reflecting on his charges’ season, Mofokeng said: “The season was tough but enjoyable because of the staff and boys that were involved. Everyone gave their best effort for the school.”
Their continued improvement was evident in each of their games. Hooker and captain, Daniel van den Heever‘s never-say-die attitude rubbed off on his teammates, which invariably led to Bishops finishing their games strongly.
Throughout their campaign, they found a way to claw their way back into games. On Saturday, though, another comeback wasn’t on the cards. Viewed from afar, though, Bishops appears to be on the right track.
Scorers:
Rondebosch Boys’ High 28 (14) – Tries: Aluta Wesi (2), Joshua Neill, Bulela Mbala. Conversions: Sebastian Boshoff (4); Diocesan College 22 (12) – Tries: Noah Edmunds (2), Daniel van den Heever. Conversions: Christian Toweel (2). Penalty: Christian Toweel.
Other Results
u19 – Bishops II 17 Rondebosch II 0.
u16 – Bishops A 24 Rondebosch A 38.
u15 – Bishops A 3 Rondebosch A 45.
u14 – Bishops A 15 Rondebosch A 12.
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