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From Stellenbosch to the World Stage: Keenan Horne’s Remarkable Journey
Few student-athletes embody the Maties Sport spirit quite like Keenan Horne. A former Maties Hockey standout, Keenan balanced his academic pursuits, completing a BCom (Law), LLB, and LLM at Stellenbosch University, with a stellar career on the astro fields of the Maties Hockey Club. He mastered the art of balancing academics, sport, and social life,…
Read MoreExcellence Rewarded at Maties Sport’s Annual Sport Awards
In a grand celebration, Maties Sport honoured the outstanding achievements of student-athletes, clubs, coaches and administrators under the theme “Celebrating Champions, Shaping Tomorrow” at its Annual Sport Awards on Friday, 17 October 2025. Held at the Coetzenburg Centre, beautifully adorned to reflect this golden milestone and to welcome a distinguished guest list of sports figures…
Read MoreA year of Milestones, Memories and Momentum
Message from the Head of Rugby
Maties Rugby is more than a club. It is a community, a family, and a legacy that inspires. This year we celebrated 150 years of Maties Rugby. We are the second-oldest rugby club in the country, and our story is filled not only with legends who became household names, but also with the many unsung…
Read MoreStill bowling for his dreams: Kyle’s Simmonds journey from Maties to the big leagues
His body might not always agree, but in his heart, Kyle Simmonds (31) still believes he has what it takes to represent his country on the international cricket stage. “I might already be 31 years old,” Kyle says with a laugh, “but in my heart I feel there’s still time to play for the Proteas……
Read MoreMaties Sport and Faculty of Education Unite to Advance Sport Leadership, Research and Social Impact.
Stellenbosch University (SU) has taken a significant step in integrating sport, education, and social impact through a new partnership between Maties Sport and the Faculty of Education. The recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) formalises the collaboration with the Centre for Sport Leadership (CSL) and the South African Centre for Olympic Studies and Social Impact…
Read More2025 Awards for Maties Rugby 150 Legacy custodians
Maties Rugby Club has honoured players for outstanding achievements at its annual awards ceremony in Stellenbosch. Addressing the gathering, Head of Maties Rugby, Drikus Hancke said: “As we hand out awards, remember: these trophies represent more than a season’s effort. They represent the legacy we have inherited, the hard work of the present, and the…
Read MoreMaties Sport Appoint Kamaal Sait as New Head Coach of Maties Women’s Football
Maties Sport is excited to announce the appointment of Kamaal Sait as the new head coach of the Maties Women’s Football team. This marks a significant step forward for Stellenbosch University’s women’s football programme, aiming to enhance performance, visibility, and community engagement. Kamaal Sait brings a wealth of experience to the role. A former professional…
Read MoreRUGBY ELITE TURN OUT FOR MATIES RUGBY 150 GALA FUNDRAISER
The Maties Rugby 150-year celebrations came to a dazzling climax this month with a Gala Dinner in aid of the Danie Craven Bursary Fund. The Stellenbosch Town Hall was packed by over 300 Maties Rugby legends of old, Springboks and legends-in-the-making, who gathered to honour the club’s illustrious past and to commit support for the…
Read MoreMaties Host USSA Rugby 7’s in Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch University was buzzing this past weekend as Maties played host to the University Sport South Africa (USSA) Rugby 7’s Tournament at home. The Danie Craven grounds were alive with energy, and our Maroon teams gave plenty to cheer about. The Opening Ceremony was held on Friday and set the tone for what became an…
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