Momentum Builds Ahead of Another Massive Weekend in Western Province Club Rugby
Western Province club rugby heads into another crucial round of fixtures this weekend following one of the most dramatic and high-scoring rounds of the season so far. From Franschhoek’s stunning upset over Stellenbosch to Brackenfell’s remarkable 99-point performance, the previous weekend delivered major statements across the leagues — and now attention shifts to whether the […]
WP Club Rugby starts heating up with some surprise results
Super League A delivered one of the biggest shocks of the round when Franschhoek beat log leaders Stellenbosch 23–22 at home, hanging on despite Stellenbosch scoring four tries to Franschhoek’s two and still taking a losing bonus point. Durbell also strengthened their position with a 39–26 away win over UCT after scoring six tries, while […]
Quality club rugby all around
In Super League A, Durbell produced one of the standout away wins of the weekend with a 39–26 victory over UCT, scoring six tries and taking a full return that lifted them to fifth on 20 log points. Helderberg were beaten 24–14 away to Villager, a result that saw Helderberg slip out of the top […]
Momentum Building Across the Super Leagues
Super League A continues to build intensity, with Stellenbosch maintaining a perfect record at the top of the table. Their 56–28 win over Brackenfell was one of the standout performances of the round, underlining their attacking strength. Hamiltons also kept pace with a narrow 27–25 win over False Bay in one of the tighter contests, […]
Internship opportunities on offer
WP Rugby is offering a valuable opportunity for young individuals to gain practical experience and skills through a structured internship and short course programme in 2026. The union has opened applications for candidates between the ages of 18 and 30, with a total of 50 opportunities available across both long-term internships and short-term skills programmes. […]
WP Clubs gaining momentum
In Super League A, Durbell made the biggest move at the top with a commanding 54–19 home win over SK Walmers, scoring eight tries and taking the full five log points to move up to 1st place, ahead of Stellenbosch on points difference. False Bay were also convincing at home in a 40–14 victory over […]
Friendlies keep rolling on with action this weekend
As Western Province club rugby edges closer to the start of the 2026 league season, this weekend’s friendly fixtures provide clubs with a final opportunity to sharpen combinations, test depth, and build momentum. With the official league programme fast approaching, clubs across all divisions are entering the final phase of preparation, using these matches to […]
WP Rugby Calls on U20 Women to Join Club Rugby – get started
WP Rugby is calling on U20 women’s rugby players to register and get involved as part of its ongoing U20 Women’s Club Rugby recruitment drive. The programme is open to female players U20, with beginners and experienced players welcome, and is designed to provide a clear pathway into club and provincial rugby. Whether players are […]
Player Registration and Movement Cut-Off Date for WP Rugby Clubs
Following consultation with key stakeholders, including union members, the Western Province Rugby Football Union (WPRFU) has announced an important update to player registration and movement for all WP Rugby clubs ahead of the upcoming season. The registration and movement cut-off date has been set for 14 February. From this date, any player registered with a […]
WP Rugby announces coaching education dates and courses
WP Rugby’s coaching education programme for the first part of the 2026 season will run from January to June and offers World Rugby–aligned courses in Fifteens, Sevens, and Strength and Conditioning. The programme is open to coaches from clubs, high schools and primary schools, and is designed to support coach development across all levels of […]