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SA U18 Rugby. 🏉 Paul Roos Gymnasium Cheers On Rising Rugby Stars.
Paul Roos Gymnasium is proud to celebrate the selection of two of its standout rugby players, Altus Rabe and Gert Kemp, to the prestigious South African Under-18 rugby squad. These young talents will represent their country in the upcoming U18 International Series. This is a high-profile tournament featuring elite junior teams from Europe.
The series, hosted across top rugby schools in the Western Cape, will see South Africa face off against formidable opponents from France, Ireland, and England. With national pride on the line and scouts watching closely, the matches promise to be a thrilling showcase of future Springbok potential.
🇿🇦 Fixtures for SA U18 Team:
- Friday, 8 August – Hoërskool Durbanville, Cape Town
- 🕒 15:30 – South Africa U18 vs France U18
- Tuesday, 12 August – Boland Landbou, Paarl
- 🕒 13:30 – South Africa U18 vs Ireland U18
- Saturday, 16 August – Paarl Gimnasium, Paarl
- 🕒 15:30 – South Africa U18 vs England U18
Altus Rabe, a dynamic hooker, and Gert Kemp, a powerful loose forward, have both earned their spots through consistent performances and standout showings at Craven Week and other elite youth competitions. Their inclusion in the national squad is a testament to the strength of Paul Roos’s rugby program. It also highlights its commitment to developing world-class athletes.
Words of Encouragement
“We are immensely proud of Altus and Gert,” said a spokesperson from Paul Roos Gymnasium. “Their dedication, discipline, and passion for the game have brought them to this exciting moment. We know they’ll wear the green and gold with pride and give it their all on the field.”
🌍 About the U18 International Series
This annual series is a cornerstone of SA Rugby’s development pipeline, bridging the gap between schoolboy rugby and the Junior Springboks. Overseen by Junior Bok coach Kevin Foote and SA U18 head coach Lwazi Zangqa, the tournament offers young players a chance to test themselves against the best of Europe. Furthermore, it prepares them for future international careers.
Paul Roos Gymnasium encourages all supporters to follow the action and cheer on the boys as they take on the world. Go Altus and Gert — make us proud!
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