Basketball:
St Andrew’s College vs Grey High School
Despite the scorching heat on a long and humid day in Gqeberha, the boys from St Andrew’s College eagerly accepted the challenge of facing off against Grey High School at the Grey premises. The Basketball Club showcased their talent and determination, delivering impressive performances while providing an enjoyable display of basketball. Witnessing the SAC boys thoroughly enjoy themselves on the court was a delight.
The U16s took part in a mini festival at Grey, featuring matches against Grey High School, Kingswood College, and Wynberg Boys’ High School. This festival served as a valuable opportunity to prepare them for the upcoming tournament at St Stithian’s College next week. The competition was fierce, and the boys rose to the occasion admirably.
The concluding event was the exhilarating 1st Team game. The match was tightly contested, with both teams displaying exceptional skill and determination. However, it was Grey High School who emerged victorious, clinching the win through their clinical execution in the decisive moments of the game.
St Andrew’s College demonstrated their dedication and sportsmanship, representing their school with pride. The battle between St Andrew’s College and Grey High School was a testament to the competitive spirit between the school.
Tennis:
St Andrew’s College hosted Marlow Agricultural High School
Our annual tennis fixture against Marlow was a challenging yet enjoyable encounter. Anticipating strong opposition, we faced some unexpected drop shots during the doubles matches. A few minor errors on the College side led to a narrow defeat by just two games. The single matches were incredibly entertaining and both teams played with tenacity and persisted until the final points. This fixture is always characterized by good sportsmanship and we extend our gratitude to the Marlow Head of Sport and tennis coaches for ensuring this annual event remains a highlight on our calendar.
Cricket:
St Andrew’s College vs Graeme College
1st XI Cricket vs Graeme College (Lower field, declaration match)
St Andrew’s College was involved in a tight tussle on Saturday vs Graeme College on Lower field. Graeme bowled superbly as a unit and the College batsmen found scoring tough. Pace bowlers, Marcus Williams (3/24) and Ethan Bokbaard kept it tight up front, while Murray Tyson (3/65) kept the pressure on with his leg spinners. College battled to 157/9 before Laurie Apps played superbly for his 69 not out, astutely managing the strike and fluently steering College to safety on 205 all out.
Graeme College batted positively in search of the runs, but their loss of wickets kept College on top in the afternoon. Graeme closed out the drawn match on 122/7.
Well done to both teams for their courageous efforts on a very warm day in Makhanda.
1st XI vs Graeme College (Lower field, declaration)
205 all out (62.1 overs) (Laurie Apps 69*)
122/7 (49 overs) (Laurie Apps 3/36, William Beamish 2/19)
Match drawn.
Sports Report sent by St Andrews College Makhanda