Cricket, Sport Results

Senior Cricket Vs Marlow – Results

Due to bad weather Friday’s T20 games were called off.

Union 2nd XI vs Marlow
Union batsmen were bowled out for 63 in 17 overs.
• Liyabona top-scored with 15 runs off 25 balls, striking three fours, before being run out.
• Qhama added 9 runs off 15 balls, including one boundary.
Marlow started aggressively in their chase, needing 64 runs for victory, and dominated from the start.
Marlow won with 10 wickets.

U/15 match was called off when rain interrupted.

1St XI Match Report
Union High School produced an excellent bowling performance to dismiss Marlow for 74 runs.
The standout bowler was Yaaseen Kazi, who delivered an outstanding spell of 5 wickets for 14 runs in 7 overs, including 2 maiden overs, putting Marlow under significant pressure.
In reply, Union High School struggled to build partnerships and lost wickets at crucial stages. Despite a promising start with the ball, Union could not maintain composure during the chase, eventually falling short.
Result: Marlow won the match by 22 runs.

Sport Results, Tennis

Senior Tennis – Van Niekerk & Koen Tennis Tournament Results

On Friday, 8 of our senior tennis players travelled to Burgersdorp to take part in the Van Niekerk & Koen tennis tournament, where they competed against Burgersdorp High School, Cradock High School, De Aar High School, and Hoërskool Jim Fouché from Bloemfontein. 

Having looked forward to this fixture since the start of term, our players were excited and in good spirit. This translated into magnificent matchplay as the players started off with doubles and then moving into mixed doubles.  After an intense day on the courts, Union was in a very good position, claiming victory over Burgersdorp and Jim Fouché, whilst drawing against Cradock. After De Aar High School took the trophy last year, our players knew their fifth round on Saturday would be a tough one. However, their determination and skilful tactics on the court pulled them through, beating De Aar with 6 matches to 2, making Union the winners of the doubles and mixed doubles tournament. 

The final round of the tournament was completed with singles matches deciding the overall result.  Although the team had shown strong performance in earlier rounds, the players struggled to maintain the same level of competitiveness during the last round.  Union ended the tournament with a 3rd place overall.

Despite the disappointing results, the tournament provided a valuable learning opportunity.  Improving mental preparation and confidence in individual play will be important areas of focus for future tournaments.

Athletics, Sport Results

CMC Athletics Meet

Several Union High School learners represented the school at the CMC athletics meet hosted by Hoër Volkskool today, Saturday, 7 February.

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁, they persevered admirably and were rewarded with a number of Top 3 placings across various events.

𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵, 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳.

Union’s athletes put forth a stellar effort and the following learners received first places:

  • Samantha Musakasa, High Jump Girls u14
  • Qhama Solomon, Long Jump and High Jump, Boys u17
  • Noel Shakane, Long Jump, Boys u14

Union received varius podium places:  four 1st places, 10 2nd places and 10 3rd places.

The following learners were selected to represent the Graaff-Reinet CMC at the Sarah Baartman Meeting in Gqeberha on Tuesday, 17 February:

u14

  • Liyabona Magqabi                400 m
  • Noel Shakane                        100 m, 200 m Long Jump
  • Angelique Kyanda-Kaboza  Shot Put
  • Samantha Musakase            200 m, High Jump

U15

  • Jordan Maritz                        100 m, 200m, High Jump
  • Rachel Wenham                    Javelin

u17

  • Qhama Solomon                   Long Jump, High Jump

U19

  • Liam Hornabrook                  Discus
  • Liso Booi                                 400 m

We wish them the best of luck for this event!

Cricket, Sport Results

Junior Cricket Vs College Hill – Results

Friday 06/02/26

Union U/11A vs College Hill – T20

Union won the toss and elected to bat first. Liam Raath and Mark Copeman opened the innings and made a positive start. Mark Copeman contributed 13 runs, while Liam Raath top-scored with 21. Despite the good opening partnership, disciplined bowling from College Hill restricted Union to a total of 60 runs in their allotted 20 overs.

In response, Union began well with the ball but struggled to maintain discipline, conceding too many extras. This allowed College Hill to build momentum and chase down the target comfortably, winning the match by 7 wickets.

Union U/13A vs College Hill – T20

Union U/13A produced a dominant performance to defeat College Hill by 116 runs. Batting first, Union posted an impressive 162/3 in 20 overs, led by a superb innings from Grant Murray, who scored 72 off 50 balls*. He was well supported by Matthew Bosch (41), while Edwin Holmes added a quick 18 off 10* at the death.

In reply, Union’s bowlers were outstanding, dismissing College Hill for just 46 in 17.4 overs. Bhotte Mussa led the attack with excellent figures of 3/6, supported by Ben Wormald (2/15) and Grant Murray (1/2), as constant pressure and sharp fielding kept College Hill on the back foot.

A comprehensive all-round team performance from Union U/13A.

Saturday 07/02/26

U11A Cricket Match Report: Union achieved a convincing 8-wicket victory against College Hill. After College Hill won the toss and elected to bat, Union’s bowlers maintained good discipline and control, restricting the opposition to 74/6 in 30 overs. Mark Copeman was the leading bowler, claiming three wickets.

In reply, Union batted patiently and responsibly. Mark Copeman Liam Raath(13) anchored the innings with Mark unbeaten 34, guiding Union to 76/2 in 26.2 overs and securing the win.

U/13A Match Report: Union U/13A delivered a ruthless performance to secure a 9-wicket victory over College Hill.

College Hill were dismissed for just 12 in 9.3 overs, with Edwin Holmes producing an exceptional spell of 6/3, backed up by Sintayu Kaitro (2/7) and Grant Murray (1/2).

Union chased down the target comfortably, reaching 13/1 in 3.2 overs winning by 9 wickets

Sport Results

Well Done, Ben!

Well done to Union High School learner 𝗕𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗺𝗸𝗲 (Grade 12) and his friend Hendro de Beer, who took part in the 3 Beaches Challenge in Gqeberha earlier today.

𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘥𝘶𝘰, 𝘏𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 3.2𝘬𝘮 𝘴𝘸𝘪𝘮 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 3𝘬𝘮 𝘳𝘶𝘯.

Covering the route between Pollok, Hobie, Humewood and Kings Beach, they delivered a strong performance, finishing first in their category and first overall.

A lovely achievement for both athletes – 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗼 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲.

Cricket, Sport Results

1st XI Cricket vs Cradock – Results

Union High School’s 1st XI delivered a strong all-round performance against Cradock High School on Saturday, 30 January, after winning the toss and choosing to bat.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝟯𝟱𝟰 in 50 overs, built around a fine unbeaten 136 from 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘆. Captain 𝗬𝗮𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝘇𝗶 added a composed 91, while 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗺 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗯𝘀’ quick 63 helped Union finish their innings on a positive note.

In reply, Cradock found it tough against a disciplined Union bowling attack and were bowled out for 47. 𝗬𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝗮 impressed with 5 wickets and Yaaseen Kazi followed up his batting with a tidy spell of 5 for 18. It was a rewarding team effort and a valuable learning experience for everyone involved.

𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘙𝘪𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘔𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘺, 𝘢 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘔𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴

Cricket, Sport Results

U/15 Cricket vs HVS – Results

On Saturday, 30 January, Union High School’s u15A cricket team delivered a composed performance against their Hoër Volkskool Graaff-Reinet counterparts, securing a 110-run victory.

After winning the toss, Union elected to bat first and built a competitive total of 159 runs, with 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗽𝘀 leading the way with a top score of 29. The boys showed great determination at the crease, working patiently and supporting one another to set a strong foundation for the match.

Defending their total, Union’s bowlers produced a dominant display. 𝗞𝘄𝗲𝘇𝗶 𝗠𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗮 was outstanding, delivering a superb spell of 6 overs, including 2 maidens and claiming 3 wickets for just 8 runs.

He was well supported by 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗻𝗮 𝗤𝗼𝗺𝗳𝘂, who added further pressure with 3 wickets for 17 runs.

Together, the bowling attack dismantled the Volkskool batting lineup and sealed a comprehensive win.

𝘒𝘸𝘦𝘻𝘪’𝘴 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘪𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭-𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘔𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥

Sport Results

EP Chess Representatives

We are very proud of Union High School learners 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲, 𝗝𝗮𝘀𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗲 and 𝗡𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗵𝗮 for representing the Eastern Cape at the Mzantsi Inter-Provincial Youth Chess Championships.

Gerda and Jasmine competed in the u16 Girls category, with Jasmine helping her team achieve a fourth-place finish, while Nina represented the province in the u20 team event (earning a third-place finish) and also competed in the u18 individual category.

𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘎𝘦𝘳𝘥𝘢, 𝘑𝘢𝘴𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘪𝘯𝘢 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴.

Sport Results

Interhouse Gala – Results

Nothing beats the atmosphere of a night gala at the Union High School – the water shimmering beneath a setting sun, the warm breeze of a Karoo summer evening in the air and the sounds of cheering creating memories that last a lifetime.

Congratulations to House Daly on claiming victory with 598 points and well done to House Arnott for a strong showing on 506 points!

More results to follow soon.

View photographs of the event on our Facebook Page

Sport Results

Junior Interschools Athletics – Results

Union High School proudly hosted the 2026 𝗝𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗦 𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗦 meet yesterday afternoon, welcoming Volkskool for a good old-fashioned afternoon of school sport.

Our sports grounds were filled with excited young athletes, lined up to compete and giving their best in every race and event, while families and friends cheered them on from the sidelines.

𝗜𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵, with Union ending the day with a total of 659 points, just behind Volkskool’s 699. 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘯 𝘸𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘝𝘰𝘭𝘬𝘴𝘬𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦, 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘫𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘦𝘦𝘵.

Visit our Facebook Page to view photos of the event.