Hockey
From Zwide to the Olympic stage, Mali’s dream comes alive in Paris
Maties Hockey player and 2023 Sportswoman of the Year, Ongeziwe Mali is living out her Olympic dream after being selected to form part of the South African Women’s Hockey team at the Olympic Games in Paris, France from 26 July to 11 August. The start of Mali’s hockey journey From humble beginnings in a small…
Read MoreMaties Hockey alumni representing SA at the Olympic Games
Stellenbosch University has no less than eight former Maties Hockey players in the South African teams for the Paris Olympic Games. The squad includes former Maties men Daniel Bell, Andrew Hobson, Keenan Horne, and Jacques van Tonder. The women representing their country are Quanita Bobbs, Stephanie Botha, Erin Christie, and Kayla de Waal. Another alum is…
Read MoreMaties Rugby win USSA, while Hockey and Netball secure top 3 spots
Maties Sport fared well at the recent University Sport of South Africa (USSA) Championships, claiming medals in multiple sporting codes. The Maroon Machine took home gold in men’s 15s rugby with notable silver medals for the Maties men’s hockey side and Maties 2 netball team while adding a number of additional silver and bronze medals…
Read MoreThe Impact of Maties Hockey on Western Province U21 and South African National Teams
The recent U21 Interprovincial Tournament (IPT) showcased not only the talent within Western Province (WP) hockey but also the prolific influence of Stellenbosch University’s hockey program. With insights from Bevin Bennett, the National U21 assistant coach, and Maties stars Caylin Maree and Daniel Neuhoff, they offer their perception and interpretation of the significance of these…
Read MoreMaties Hockey, Netball and Rugby end USSA on a high
Maties Sport showcased their prowess at the recent University Sport of South Africa (USSA) Championships, claiming titles in multiple sporting codes. The Maroon Machine took home gold in the women’s hockey, at the netball and rugby championships while adding a number of silver and bronze medals to an impressive medal tally. Netball Maties took on…
Read More2023 USSA Winter Championships Preview
Maties Sport hosted over 150 student-athletes at the USSA (University Sport South Africa) Send-off earlier today ahead of the 2023 USSA Winter tournaments. Stellenbosch University Rector and Vice-Chancellor Prof Wim de Villiers addressed Maties Sport student-athletes with an inspiring message, to enjoy and live in the moment! Prof de Villiers referenced one of Michael Jordan’s…
Read MoreMaties shine at USSA championships
Maties excelled at the recent University Sport of South Africa (USSA) Championships, sealing victory in multiple sporting codes. The maroon machine took home the gold in the men’s rugby, men’s hockey, women’s hockey and netball championships, while adding a number of silver and bronze medals to an impressive medal tally. Rugby In a repeat of…
Read MoreMaties Head Coach Lenise Marais excited about the prospects at the Junior Hockey WC
The Maties Hockey club has historically always been one that provides some of South Africa’s top players on the hockey turf. Players like Keenan Horne, Tarryn Glasby, Heather McEwan, Nicole la Fleur, Alex Stewart, and Dylan Swanepoel have all donned the Maroon colours of Maties. Somewhat of a family environment exists among the players, coaches,…
Read MoreLenise Marais – Maties Hockey Women’s Head Coach
Maties Sport Women’s Month Article “Grit, the raw endurance, perseverance and passion that keeps you going despite obstacles.” During the month of August – celebrated as Women’s Month in South Africa – we at Maties Sport will take the opportunity to celebrate some of the extraordinary women who – with grit and grace – makes…
Read MoreAnche Nortje – Maties Hockey Administrator and Women’s Assistant Coach
Maties Sport Women’s Month Articles “Strong women have grit and grace.” During the month of August – widely celebrated as Women’s Month in South Africa – we at Maties Sport will take the opportunity to celebrate some of the extraordinary women who – with grit and grace – makes a difference in the lives of…
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