UWC Director of Rugby, Paul Treu, believes his charges have been rewarded for the amazing work that they have been putting in behind the scenes. 

"We finished the job when it mattered and we are looking forward to playing in the Varsity Cup again in 2024," Treu said.

"However, gaining promotion is one thing, but staying in the main competition is a completely different challenge." 

UWC Sport have been blessed over the years with excellent leaders and captains. 

Treu (pictured) continued: "Our backroom staff has done amazing work this season with 18 new players selected over seven matches. We put a big emphasis on leadership development and mentorship, and we are grateful to our captain Tasriq Mynhardt and his leadership group for buying into our vision and values. 
 
"UWC is a beacon of hope within some very challenging communities, and we will continue to serve them by creating hope and inspiration through our performances."

Captain Mynhardt added: "It was an amazing feeling when that final whistle sounded, it is an experience that I we have not felt in a very long time," said Mynhardt.

"This promotion was special, like most I am sure, but for me, it was special because it felt different. Different - how? Well, it was very special seeing that we have so many new players, I think there are about 18 new players in the team this year. This means we had to rebuild. 

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"This promotion is very important for the university. Given the background of UWC, I think we create hope in the community. We have implemented a value system that everyone has bought into, and as a captain, it was and is important that we stick to these core team values." 

Speaking of the UWC community, UWC Rugby Club Manager Clement Trout, said that it means a lot to the team to gain promotion back to the Varsity Cup.

"Not only is this important for us as a team and our progression but also for the progress of the university. UWC is a beacon of hope within some very challenging communities and for our rugby club to be viewed as an equal competitor with the likes of UJ, Maties, and UCT.

"Sport at UWC forms an integral part of how we attract top students to the university. We have grown tremendously since our first entry into Varsity Shield in 2008. Female empowerment and giving women in sports the proper and healthy platform is a key focus area for the sports administration department. 

"Congratulations to coach Paul and his entire coaching and management team. These guys have made huge strides in providing an excellent atmosphere for a high-performing environment."
 

 

 

 

 

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