Saints dominates St John’s on Pink Derby Day
St Stithians College powered past St John’s College, scoring a convincing 4-1 victory in an action-packed Pink Derby Day clash.
Saints hosted their Johannesburg rivals in a derby that has driven the awareness of breast cancer through sports since 2016.
The initiative has attracted huge support and on Saturday the St Stithians’ campus was packed by a large crowd of people sporting pink in support of the cause.
The hosts pulled out their A-game, controlling the tempo from the start and capitalising on key opportunities to secure a dominant win.
St John’s showed resilience under pressure, but they were reacting to the hosts dictating play, and it ended in a convincing three-goal win for the home side.
Afterwards, St Stithians, on their Facebook page, thanked people for their strong support of the breast cancer awareness initiative: “A massive thank you to the incredible St Stithians and St John’s communities for showing up in full spirit, solidarity, and style this Pink Derby Day. From the astros and fields to the stands, your energy, passion, and generosity created a day filled with purpose,” the message read.
“Together, we proved that sport is more than a game – it’s a powerful platform to unite, uplift, and stand with those affected by cancer. Your commitment to raising awareness and supporting the cause was truly inspiring.
“To our young sportsmen, their coaches and managers, we commend you for the spirit in which the games were played. To our schools, families, and supporters: thank you #OneAndAll for your compassion, courage, and heart. We look forward to many more moments where passion meets purpose.”
In Pretoria, St Alban’s College hosted Kearsney College, who were fresh off a 3-2 win over St Stithians last week.
Buoyed by that win over Saints, the KwaZulu-Natal side played with rhythm and control.
They scored in the first chukka from a penalty corner by Keegan de Jager and kept St Alban’s on the back foot. He struck twice more from the set piece to finish with a hattrick as the visitors secured an impressive 3-0 victory.
In a league outing, St David’s Marist Inanda made light work of Cornwall Hill College picking up a convincing 4-1 win.
It was a milestone game for Matteo Stipcevich, who earned his 100th cap for the St David’s first team.
