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Maties Esport Joins the First-Ever Varsity Esport Tournament
Maties Esport is proud to announce its participation in the inaugural Varsity Esport competition, a first-of-its-kind national tournament for South African universities. Representing Stellenbosch University, Maties has entered 35 students for Split 1, competing across three major titles: Valorant, FC25, and Rocket League. This marks a major milestone for esports at Maties, as the club continues to grow its presence and reputation on the…
Read MoreFNB Maties ready to avenge last year’s semi-final loss to Shimlas
An electric FNB Varsity Cup semi-final clash is on the cards when FNB Maties and FNB Shimlas lock horns at the Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch on Monday, 7 April. Both teams are hungry to book their spot in the final, and with added layers of history, the stakes couldn’t be higher. FNB Maties, the log leaders with…
Read MoreTime to check in with Maties Sport Alumnus: Juan de Jongh (Maties Rugby)
De Jongh enjoying life after playing rugby After almost two decades as a professional rugby player, Juan de Jongh has more than enough knowledge, experiences, and stories to share. It is no wonder that coaching and podcasting are the fruits of his retirement. De Jongh and fellow Springbok Rudy Paige are the brain trust behind…
Read MoreMeet our Women’s Varsity Cup Squad
Our slogan for our 150th Year Celebrations at Maties Rugby is “a legacy that inspires”. We trust that these heroes for 2025 will take that legacy forward with pride and skilful play. Meet your Women’s Senior FNB Maties Varsity Cup squad… Liza Slabbert Captain AGE: 23POSITION: FlankerH: 1.71m; W:66kgSTUDY: BSc Computer ScienceSCHOOL: Upington High SchoolMaties…
Read MoreMeet our Young Guns
Our slogan for our 150th Year Celebrations at Maties Rugby is “a legacy that inspires”. We trust that these heroes for 2025 will take that legacy forward with pride and skilful play. Meet your Men’s Young Guns Njabulo Dlomo AGE: 19POSITION: PropH: 1.79m; W:105kgSTUDY: Sustainable DevelopmentSCHOOL: Clifton High SchoolClifton 1ST XV Luthando Makula AGE: 19POSITION:…
Read MoreMaties Sport welcome sporting club leadership for 2025
Last night, Maties Sport hosted our annual welcome function with over a hundred guests who joined representing our sporting clubs Chairpersons, Captains and Coaches. In attendance was the incoming Rector and Vice-Chancellor Prof Deresh Ramjugernath who encouraged our student-athletes to reach for success in 2025. “Success is within your reach, train hard, study hard and…
Read MoreFNB Maties women’s coach Aneesah Adams prepares to lead Maroon Machine into new era
FNB Maties Women’s new head coach, Aneesah Adams, will take the reins for the first time in the highly anticipated FNB Varsity Cup Women season opener against defending champions, FNB UFH Women, on Friday, 14 March, at Davidson Stadium in Alice, Eastern Cape. This match will not only showcase the fierce competition between two of…
Read MoreBright future predicted for FNB Maties rising star Ezekiel Ngobeni
FNB Maties captain Ezekiel Ngobeni has quickly become one of South Africa’s rising rugby stars. In the first two rounds of the FNB Varsity Cup 2025, his leadership and skill were pivotal in Maties’ victories. In round one, Ngobeni played a key role in a 41-37 win over the defending champions, FNB UFS Shimlas, earning…
Read MoreMaties Sport Concludes Second Successful Internal Sport Management Workshop Series
Maties Sport recently wrapped up a successful 2025 internal workshop series that was aimed at students involved in the leadership structures of various sports codes and residence committees. The workshops, which ran from 21 February to 23 February, was designed to equip students managing sports clubs and activities at Maties Sport and within the residence…
Read MoreMaties Netball Regional League Set to Redefine Competitive Netball in 2025
Stellenbosch, South Africa – Maties Netball is proud to announce the launch of the Maties Netball Regional League, an exciting new competition bringing together top netball teams from across the region. This highly anticipated league will feature five powerhouse teams: Maties 1, Maties 2, Paarl, UWC, and an all new All-Star Team. With a vision…
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