SA Schools — Saturday 25 April 2026

It wasn't a graceful win for Stellenberg; it was a brutal, second-half execution. The Jade Brigade roared back to beat Paul Roos 20-10, erasing a halftime deficit and proving their giant-killing status isn't a fluke. Trailing 10-0 at the break, the Hurricanes found their rhythm in the second stanza, turning the momentum entirely. The comeback was spearheaded by the backline; right wing Ralton Rhode, lock Juvan Burden, and tighthead prop Janu Venter all contributed crucial tries to the scoreline. The effort was capped by a solid penalty goal from flyhalf Ethan van Biljon. Stellenberg has been operating on a high gear this season, managing multiple impressive upsets, having already defeated Paarl Gim and Grey College.

Looking at the wider Western Cape picture, the quality is holding steady, even if the spectacle diminished with Paarl Boys’ and Oakdale settling for a 13-13 draw. But the headline drama belongs to the Pirates in the South, who continue to prove their resilience, highlighted by the earlier victories over Paarl Gim and Grey College. For the Jade Brigade, the focus on finishing was paramount, transforming the game from a controlled procession into an outright statement of intent.