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WOODRIDGE
TERMLY
SUMMER EDITION
SUMMER SPORT THE WAY
REPORTS The 2021
Tennis, Cricket, Grade 10 Journey
Waterpolo, CrossFit,
Soccer, Equestrian, INTERHOUSE
Surf Lifesaving Athletics, Gala,
River Race, Plays
MESSAGES FROM MANAGEMENT
The Headmaster's Note
The Narrative from the Deputy
Boarding
Student Affairs
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CONTENTS
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FROM MANAGEMENT AND HOD'S
ROBOTICS
03 OFF THE HEADMASTER'S DESK
Term end note from the College Headmaster,
Mr Derek Bradley
04 THE NARRATIVE
Our Deputy, Mr Jacques Botha writes an
interesting article - Truth Teller, Tattle Tale,
Whistle Blower or Snitch
06 STUDENT AFFAIRS
Nicholas Kock, Director of Student Affaits
writes about Psychological wellbeing. and
Safeguarding our Children
Digital Citizenship Course
26 THE WAY!
MORE THAN A SCHOOL,
AN EXPERIENCE
08 BOARDING
The boarding houses rapidly become home-
from-home and fellow boarders become
extended family. - Christoff Opperman,
Director of Boarding
51 16 09 CLASSROOM NEWS
Congratulation to Dr Catherine Logie.
Debating and inter campus learning
INTERACT 01
INTERHOUSE PLAYS
Beach clean up. Cupcakes Not been able to perform 11 CULTURAL BUZZ
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for CANSA and a fun filled for the past two years, ART - MUSIC - DRAMA
campus Colour Run. excitement was high among
both the performers and
the audience members.
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SPORTS + LIFESAVING + OUTDOOR EDUCATION
25 NEWS FROM ADVENTURE HQ
The Way, Adventure Pursuits, Outdoor
Classroom,
31 ADVENTURE AWAITS
Bubble Camps, Rock Climbing Camps,
Boarders Weekend Program, Starck Res
Moon Rising evening.
35 SPORT
Term 1 Sports Round Up - Director of Sport,
Mr Yaldren Vickery
Heads of Sports Term 1 Summer Sports
Reports and Results
18 SURF LIFESAVING
42 INTERHOUSE COMPETITIONS
RIVER RACE, GALA
AND ATHLETICS
47 WOODRIDGE EQUESTRIAN
Head of Woodridge Equestrian, Mrs Eleni
Pullen reports on the Western Mounted
Games, Sanesa Competitions. Mom Riders.
59 THE OWA
41 54 A New committee for the OWA,
Premiere 500
Reunion 2022 dats anounced
RIVER RACE MATRIC DANCE
2022 Interhouse River race. One night in Paris. Another
stunning Woodridge Matric
Dance.
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OFF THE
HEADMASTER'S DESK
WOODRIDGE COLLEGE
Dear Parents It has been extremely exciting to have had a full
season of summer sport and several fixtures and
We are well into the third calendar year of COVID festivals in netball, rugby, and hockey. We look
and 2022 promises to be an important one- forward in anticipation to the Winter term and the
especially for education. Across the globe, possibilities that this will bring for our players in
education systems have had to contend with the three codes. The kaleidoscope of photographs
sporadic closures, inequitable access to education is indicative of what is offered at Woodridge and it
technology and other distance learning tools, and is encouraging to witness how many of our
deep challenges in maintaining both pupils’ and children are involved in a wide variety of
teachers’ physical and emotional health. At the activities.
same time, not all the sudden changes precipitated
by the pandemic have been bad—with some We now close for the Easter break, and I wish the
promising new innovations and allies, and entire Woodridge community a relaxing time with
increased attention on the field of international their families over this period.
education emerging over the past three years. The 03
key question, is whether 2022 and the years ahead Derek Bradley
will lead to education transformation, or will pupils,
teachers, and families suffer long-lasting
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setbacks? THE TRUE SIGN OF
We believe we have been extremely fortunate at INTELLIGENCE
Woodridge with the opportunities we were able to IS NOT KNOWLEDGE BUT
leverage to avert some of the deep psychological
issues that many children and parents have IMAGINATION”
experienced during this period. Many children have
not been so fortunate. -ALBERT EINSTEIN-
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THE NARRATIVE
BY MR JACQUES BOTHA
COLLEGE DEPUTY HEADMASTER
Much of my role centres around coordinating the
various elements of a full and active school This description of a problem being faced by law
program. I am so pleased that we again had the enforcement is sadly also valid in the educational
Interhouse Athletics, Gala, River-Race and Plays. setting. The phrase has long seeped into use
The pools, courts and fields were a hive of activity between children and teens. The implied
and healthy competition. Pupils have debated, “stitches” are not physical but more social in
camped, hiked, performed music items and been nature. No invitation to the next party, exclusion
away on tours. We have engaged in our varied from conversation or a backlash on social media.
academic program and assessed the pupils on a
regular basis for meaningful feedback. We all In my role I sometimes need to investigate an
need a holiday! incident that involves more than one pupil. In
fairness to all they each have an opportunity to
To help facilitate the smooth running of the describe what happened.Ideally one soon gets a
school I periodically have to deal with discipline clear picture of what happened and can move
issues. Prevention is better than cure so we onto any actions that need to be taken. When
prioritise positive intervention from staff and a more than one pupil is involved a standard
varied school offering to allow pupils plenty of practice is to then call them together to
opportunities to use their time profitably. In summarize. I call this the “agreed upon truth”. In
thinking about my role and the state of the world fairness, without actual lying there is always slight
I have writing down a few thoughts. I hope that variation and some aspects are disputed. We can
you will find this helpful. generally work with what can be agreed upon by
all involved.
TRUTH-TELLER OR TATTLE- This process is time-consuming and often
emotionally draining. What makes it even worse
TALE, WHISTLEBLOWER OR is if it needs to be re-done because some aspects
SNITCH? of the truth has been withheld. It is unjust to be
punished for something one did not do. It is also
unjust for some to “be let off” while others get
“Snitches get stitches” is a very disturbing
punished.
approach in the treatment of the truth.
It is disturbing that such an aversion to the truth This is a bleak picture but certainly not the only
is not confined to criminal gangs but part of the experience. Many pupils come clean immediately
practical wisdom of otherwise good, kind, law- and take responsibility for their actions. A
abiding citizens. positive within an otherwise difficult
communication with a parent is being able to
It is disturbing that a 10-year old child would say write “to his / her credit, …… was honest about
this to another. their involvement”.
Some pupils, not under suspicion at the start,
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come forward to explain their involvement in
standard response.
fairness to other pupils.
A 2017 quote from the Birmingham Mail has this
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to say:
“A sinister underworld code is acting as a
serious barrier to police investigations and
victims of crime in their battle for justice.
The phrase - "snitches get stitches" - has
seeped into the common vernacular, and is
being widely used by gangs, criminals and
those threatening victims of crime.”
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TRUTH-TELLER OR CS Lewis has the view that all virtue is
underpinned by courage. We should
Cheating on our taxes or in business
can have even more far-reaching
TATTLE-TALE, recognize that a certain amount of consequences. Would we not rather
WHISTLEBLOWER courage is required to speak the
truth.This needs to be nurtured. Those
have our pupils learn that lesson
through intervention at school? It
OR SNITCH? who care less about what others think would be unkind to simply accept
than doing the right thing are better dishonesty amongst children.
prepared for this situation.
This is allows the continuation of Each school has a responsibility in
good relationships with their We could talk through scenarios to guiding children to live with good
peers and adults beyond the discuss appropriate responses. values in addition to the important
immediate incident. Anecdotes can play a similar role. knowledge and skills that are part
Practical wisdom earned through the of our academic and extra-mural
I don’t think we want our experiences of adults is invaluable. program. This is a worthy pursuit
children to try to ingratiate Young people can be also reminded and should be integral to all aspects
themselves with a parent or that they can work through those in of school life.
teacher by reporting wrong- authority roles: report the illicit acts
doing by others. A tattletale quietly so that it can be discovered by a I recognize that this is a fairly
normally tries to get their parent, teacher or similar. heavy topic. Maintaining a sense of
brother or sister in trouble by It can then be left to the one in higher proportion and good humour is
reporting their wrong-doing. authority to investigate. essential. So a final word from
Mark Twain.
IF YOU TELL THE TRUTH,
YOU DONT HAVE TO
REMEMBER ANYTHING
-MARK TWAIN-
This is probably more towards a Young people can be also reminded
sense of one-upmanship than out that they can work through those in
of deep moral outrage? authority roles: report the illicit acts
The classic “snitch” in a gangster quietly so that it can be discovered by a
movie normally gets a reduction parent, teacher or similar. It can then
of sentence for spilling the beans be left to the one in higher authority to
on the rest of the crew. There is a investigate.
clear sense of personal gain at the
It is imperative for a functioning
expense of others. The motive
society to have a moral compass. We
for the telling the truth is key.
are outraged to hear of corruption in
government: “Why does no-one report
The whistle-blower discloses
it?” We undermine ourselves at every
irregularities or illegal activities
turn when we don’t encourage this at
within a business that are causing
the most basic level. We first need a
harm. Again, there is a sense of
clear sense of right and wrong and then
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the courage to live our lives in
personal gain. In modern times
accordance with these moral standards.
the whistle-blower tells the truth
at a cost to themselves and
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A home or a school is ultimately a
should be supported and
gentle environment. The repercussions
applauded.
are not severe. As an example –
WHAT CAN WE AS cheating on a test leads to a zero and
PARENTS AND TEACHERS detention. This should be a lesson
DO TO INSTILL A against cheating in a Matric exam
REVERENCE FOR THE which leads to a zero, possible
TRUTH? withholding of the school’s results, no
Courage is not simply one of the Matric certificate for the individual and
virtues, but the form of every not being able to write Matric exams
virtue at the testing point. for two years.
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STUDENT AFFAIRS
CREATING A PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFE SPACE
Written by Mr Nicholas Kock
One of our key strategic goals we have earmarked, is to establish Woodridge as a safe space
where everyone belongs. To achieve this, we need to ensure that we create a Psychological Safe
space where people can share concerns without fear of judgement, as well as providing various
platforms and resources to assist our pupils and staff to cope with the demands of their daily
lives.
Research is showing that students worldwide are increasingly recognised as a vulnerable part
of the population, suffering from higher levels of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and
disordered eating compared to the general population.
There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the burden on the mental health
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of these vulnerable young people and inadequate efforts to recognise and address our pupils’
mental health challenges could have long-term consequences on their health and education.
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With this in mind, we have decided to extend our current support structures by securing the
services of a fulltime Psychologist and the process of acquiring the right person/service for our
school is currently underway.
Woodridge also decided to partner with an organization (The Guardian) to assist us to address
proactive safeguarding of our pupils. Our partnership with The Guardian has allowed us to
setup Proactive Safeguarding Structures such as the Guardian Phone App, and through this
partnership we have been able to strengthen our existing structures and implement new ones
to ensure that Woodridge delivers Proactive and Reactive Safeguarding of children.
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DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP COURSE
Our Grade 9’s attended a very well-run course on Digital citizenship in the first term, which was presented by Ms
Estee Cockcroft who runs an organisation named Screen Smarts.
TOPICS COVERED DURING THE COURSE
• Cyberspace & your personal brand - What is a digital footprint & why is it important?
• Reputation management in digital spaces and how to have excellent netiquette.
• Staying safe on social media platforms - (How to handle cyberbullying, Sexting, Dodgy
People online).
• Catfishing: What it is and how to spot one
• Pornography & why to steer clear of it.
• Harmful content: What to do if you’ve seen something disturbing online.
• Safe gaming and Gaming addiction
• Twitch & why it’s a bad idea
• Screen Health
• Social Media depression & the tendency to compare.
• Setting boundaries for your online world.
After the course they had to complete a Screen Agreement with their parents and the purpose of this contract was
to ensure that the persons entering it stay safe while they are having fun when using screens to navigate the
digital world.
choices have consequences
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We are continuously reviewing and analysing our disciplinary system to ensure that we have an
adequate approach towards discipline, which is aimed at correcting our pupils with dignity and
ensuring that we put preventative measures in place instead of having to deal with consequences
of inappropriate choices made by pupils. However, in line with the famous quote, “choices have
consequences” we always strive towards teaching our pupils about self-discipline, which plays a
significant role in ensuring the continuity of learning in school and beyond when they go out into
the real world.
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BOARDING LIFE
Issue No. 1| APRIL 2022
Boarding forms an integral part of the Woodridge experience and places in each residence are constantly in demand. In the College,
there are 4 residences, 2 for girls (Founders Residence and Carter Residence) and 2 catering for boys (Kohler Residence and Starck
Residence).
Written by Mr Christoff
Opperman There was a welcome return to a Above all, pupils also get the
Director of Boarding sense of normality and that gave opportunity to learn how to
Woodridge has a thriving boarding staff the opportunity to manage their time and learn self-
boarding community, which organise more activities in their discipline with regards to their
makes up 50% of the numbers at boarding houses, without the academics. It does take some
the College. For some people, added pressure of adhering to time for pupils to get this right,
boarding is a necessity, as they strict requirements. Across the but these are essential skills they
live far from school, while for boarding houses, staff organised learn, and it will only stand them
others it is a matter of choice, as Valentine’s dinners, full moon in good stead in the future. 08
boarding offers many advantages braais, quiz nights and movie
for pupils. Boarders live in one of nights, amongst others. We look back at a very successful
the four boarding houses; each
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term for Woodridge boarding
one being staffed by It was also good to see how and we wish our pupils a well-
houseparents who live on-site pupils make use of the mornings deserved break.
with their families. The boarding during the summer term. The
houses rapidly become home- campus was a buzz of activity
from-home and fellow boarders with pupils making use of the
become extended family. campus facilities. Swimming,
going for a run or an early
This past term has been a hive of morning gym session was very
activity across the four boarding popular.
houses.
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CLASSROOM
NEWS
CONGRATULATIONS
The IEB offers the Advanced
Programmes in English, Afrikaans,
Mathematics and Physics of which
DEBATING
After seven weeks of successful debating, that
Woodridge offers English and
included two wins against Grey, the debaters won
Mathematics. From this year the
their quarter final round and will proceed to the
Advanced Programmes have been
semi finals at the start of our second term.
repackaged into the Further Studies
Congratulations to our debaters this term: Oyama
programmes.
Jikwa, Juanita Ngcwabe, Aidan Ross, Meera Von
Berg, Kate Lagan, Ross Henderson and Jessica
The Further Studies programmes
Brown. The recipients of Best Speaker awards are:
were benchmarked by UK ENIC and
Ross Henderson, Kate Lagan and Jessica Brown.
found to be comparable to the
overall GCE Advanced (A) level
CROSS CAMPUS LEARNING
standard. Additional Further Studies
programmes are being developed
and Dr Catherine Logie has been Mr Rathbone and some of our Gr 11’s gave a fish disection
appointed as the curriculum demonstration to the Grade 3's. Lots of fun and learning for all.
developer for the Further Studies
Chemistry programme.
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HELLO ROBOTICS!
A group of 21 junior pupils embarked on a robotics
program for this year, run by CodeAbot at Woodridge.
A robot is a machine that is used to make life easier for
humans. But without coding, it is just a heap of metal
that cannot interact with its environment. In order to
put a machine to work it requires knowledge of
mechanics, electronics and programming.
This first term at Woodridge, the CodeABot team
focussed pupils’ attention onto the mechanical
components found in robots. Concepts such as gears,
pulleys, cam and differentials were discussed and built
into designs. The final project saw pupils build a
working car with two gears. This lays the foundation for
next term where pupils will focus on sending code to
motors and sensors so that the mechanical devices
connected to then will spring to life and more
importantly; be harnessed to do work!
These pupils will participate in the Lego League
Robotics Competition in Term 3.
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The Cultural Buzz
Issue No.1 | April 2022
ART.MUSIC.DRAMA
WOODRIDGE COLLEGE
Music
We started this term with many
exciting ideas and objectives. One of
these was to combine the joy of
learning Music, Art and Drama in the
Prep and College by creating a bridge
between the 2 schools. This we have
done, and at Earth Hour this year , we
combined Prep/ College choir and the
Prep Marimbas joined us too. We are
""The 3 pillars of holistic education at Woodridge
so excited about the new
College are “Healthy Mind” – Academics, “Healthy
collaboration between the Prep and
Body” – Sport and Outdoor Education and
College and will continue to build this
“Healthy Spirit” – Culture. We are so fortunate to
because at the end of the day,
work and learn in an environment where all
“We are Woodridge”.
these aspects are championed". - Mrs Patti van
der Ploeg
earth hour
It is so wonderful to get back to live 11
performances and we have had 2
very exciting Soirees in the College
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this term, as well as performances in
assemblies and our “Earth Hour”
concert. However, our online concerts
are definitely going to continue as it is
a way for us to give all our students a
chance to record to show family and
friends their progress with the school
streaming these performances on our
Facebook and You Tube channels.
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Arts education opens doors that help children pass from school into the world around them a
world of work, culture, intellectual activity, and human involvement. The future of our nation
depends on providing our children with a complete education that includes music, art and drama.
-GERALD FORD-
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Going International art
online competitions and examinations Our Art students have
It is also a wonderful marketing strategy. We are also going been hard at work and
to continue to develop our international footprint by their amazing efforts
continuing to take part in online competitions. International will be on display at
examinations are both digital and “live” and examiners will every performance.
be coming to examine our students this year too.
knock on wood
drama
Our drama students were
Next term is going to be a very exciting one in the Cultural
hard at work with their
Department as we will be holding the first-ever “Knock on
amazing Interhouse Plays
Wood - Online” festival. We will have students from all over
held a few weeks ago -
South Africa as well as international students taking part in
such talent!! Review and
this celebration of culture. Music, Drama, Fine Arts,
results on pg:
Photography, Dance, Creative Writing, and all these
branches of Art and Culture will be celebrated. The prize
Next term we will be
winner’s concerts will be held online in the first week of the
having a drama
third term.
production
more information to
follow!
So, a wonderful first term
and a very exciting second
and third term to follow.
My thanks to the
wonderful Cultural team
of talented Music, Art and
Drama teachers who
motivate and teach our
awesome students. My
thanks to the students for
Our Prep marimbas and the College Steel band will be their hard work and
taking part in an exciting festival at Summerwood school passion, we are fortunate
next term. A fine example of the teamwork between the indeed to have these
Prep and College Cultural departments. wonderful young students
to teach. Wishing you all a
At the end of May, we will be having a “Staff Variety Show” wonderful break.
which will take the form of a “Barnyard” theatre concert -
something very special to look forward to. 13
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Mrs Patti van der Ploeg
Director Music, Art and
Culture (College and Prep)
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ART.MUSIC.DRAMA
WOODRIDGE COLLEGE
Visual Arts
Practicing skills for visual
representation
Our young artists have been honing their
creative skills this term, as they prepare
themselves for engaging with new themes and
exciting challenges in Term 2. In Term 1 we
focused on “getting our hand-eye coordination”
set, after a long December holiday spent re-
uniting with family and friends outdoors, as far
as possible away from anything that would
remind us of stationery items, or being
stationary too long!
While the Grade 8’s and Grade 9’s were
practicing their compositional skills, learning
about new stylistic tendencies and drawing
techniques, the senior grade artists were
practicing their research skills, conceptualization
NOA LAWSON GR11
exercises, and general engagement with their
artworks. The Grade 10’s completed many visual
journal exercises focused on observational The Grade 11’s also had the opportunity to
drawing. We even had the privilege of having explore Life Drawing skills and improve their
our music staff (Mr Mkhwanazi and Ms van Der charcoal drawing techniques. For their
Merwe) “pose” for Life Drawing practice! thematic drawing they completed artworks in
dry media, centred around the theme of
Jemma El-Jabi Gr11
Mentation. In support of our Grade 11 “thinkers
and makers”, it is relevant to quote the Art
Nouveau mixed media painter, Gustav Klimt,
in that “art is a line around your thoughts.” The
theme, Mentation, lent itself well to the Grade
11’s exploration of the mind, focus on their
thought processes and discover how critical
thinking drives ideas and depictions of such 14
abstractions- conjured by an overactive mind.
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Our Grade 12 pupils were issued with their examination theme,
titled Interwoven/Intertwined. They are working diligently on their
research under this theme and all of their work at this point is
centred around the development of their visual journal processes.
Hang in there, Matrics- trust the process…
The Pop Art icon Andy Warhol reminds you (from the past) that
you should not “…think about making art, just get it done. Let
everyone else decide if it’s good or bad, whether they love it or
hate it. , while they are deciding, make even more art.”
Josie Hay Gr12
Kylie Thomson Gr11 Amy Pape Gr11 Elzaan van Wyk Gr11
In terms of our art exhibits, we had the opportunity to display our senior grades’ works at the Soireé
and the Earth Hour performances. Seeing the product of a diverse arts collaboration is truly
something to behold: it is a joy to our sensory perception. Our young visual artists are excited to
share their depictions en masse next term- your visual delight is guaranteed! 15
By Ms Zeralde Ross
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HOD - Visual Arts
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Drama
Interhouse Plays
By Mrs Caren Bestbier
The Woodridge Inter House plays were held
on 16 March. As we have not been able to
perform for the past two years, excitement
was high among both the performers and the
audience members.
The Houses were given the same play script,
entitled “The Final Countdown”. The story
begins on the roof of an apartment building
where a New Year’s Eve party is being held. A
volatile collection of characters leads to
conflict! The script which was provided
consisted of the beginning and the very end
of the play. The senior Drama pupils were
responsible for writing their own content –
which had to lead to the end that was
provided for them. They then cast, directed,
acted in and rehearsed their plays. Three very
different play scripts were written and
performed, which resulted in a very enjoyable
evening’s entertainment.
Adjudication was done by an Old
Woodridgean Drama pupil, Ele Coetzee (Class
of 2017). Ele completed her studies at
Stageworld Drama School in Port Elizabeth
last year, and graduated top of her class.
The following awards were given:
Best Cameo Performance: 16
John Kirsten
Best Supporting Actor:
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Tristan Torrance and Aidan Paine
Best Supporting Actress:
Storm-Grace Campbell
Best Actor: Oyama Jikwa
Best Actress: Kate Lagan
Best Script: Carter House
Best Director: Kohler House
Best Play: Kohler House.
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WOODRIDGE SURF LIFESAVING CLUB
SINCE 1973
VIGILANCE AND SERVICE
PLETT CARNIVAL
PLETTENBERG BAY - 29 January - 30 January
On Friday 28/01, a small Woodridge Surf Lifesaving Club Team
departed to compete at the 2022 Plett SLC Carnival. Teams
competing at this event include Mossel Bay SLC, Marlin SLC, Plett
SLC, Kings Beach SLC, Bluewater Bay SLC and Summerstrand
SLC.
WOODRIDGE SLC MAKES HISTORY!!!
For the very first time in its 49 year history, Woodridge SLC entered an u14
(Nipper) in a lifesaving competition. Woodridge SLC was proud to have GIAN
MOOLMAN represent the Club in the u14 competition.
Well done Gian!
THE TEAM 18
u14 - Gian Moolman
u15 - Liam Schweitzer, Alexander Moolman, Vaclav Horak, Nicolas Zoghby,
Jessica Harcus, Anna Kirsten
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u17 -Gabin Chabanel, Nicola Harcus, Hannah Praetorius, Andrea Collins
u19 - Luke Leggatt, Oliver Mitchley, Jamelia Forbes
As Woodridge SLC does not (usually) cater for u14 lifeguards, a number of College
pupils represented other clubs such as Summerstrand SLC at the Plett Carnival
and these include: Daniella Harcus, Jamie Schweitzer, Milla Aylesbury and
Sebastian Zoghby, Daniella Harcus competing for SS SLC must be congratulated
on some outstanding results in the u13 division including a 1st Place in the Surf
Swim and 2nd Placings in Run Swim Run, Malibu Board and Iron Man!
By Mr Robert Smith - rob.smith@woodridge.co.za
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As always, the Woodridge Team was well-supported by both parents (who outnumbered the
Team!) and Old Woodridgeans and their support is greatly appreciated!
The Woodridge Team was complimented by friend and stranger alike on their sporting
ability, attitude, manners and behaviour.
WELL DONE WOODRIDGE!
RESULTS LONG RUN
20x 1st Places 1st u15 Male Vaclav Horak
2nd u15 Female Anna Kirsten
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
3rd u17 Female Andrea Collins
SURF SWIM
1st u14 Male Gian Moolman BEACH SPRINT
1st u15 Male Alexander Moolman/Liam Schweitzer 1st u17 Female Andrea Collins
1st u17 Female Nicola Harcus 2nd u15 Male Vaclav Horak
1st u17 Male Luke Leggatt 3rd u15 Female Anna Kirsten
2nd u15 Female Jessica Harcus
3rd u15 Male Vaclav Horak
RUN SWIM RUN
1st u14 Male Gian Moolman
1st u15 Male Liam Schweitzer
1st u17 Female Nicola Harcus
2nd u15 Male Alexander Moolman
MALIBU BOARD
1st u17 Female Nicola Harcus
1st u19 Male Luke Leggatt TEAM RESULTS
2nd u15 Male Liam Schweitzer BOARD RESCUE
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2nd u15 Female Jessica Harcus 1st Junior Male - Woodridge A Team - Luke Leggatt, Alexander
3rd u15 Male Nicolas Zoghby Moolman
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2nd Female - Woodridge A Team -Nicola Harcus, Jessica Harcus
SINGLE SKI
3rd Male - Woodridge B Team -Gabin Chabanel, Liam
1st u15 Female Jessica Harcus
Schweitzer
1st u17 Female Nicola Harcus
1st u19 Male Oliver Mitchley
BOARD RELAY
IRON MAN 1st Junior Male - Woodridge A Team - Luke Leggatt, Liam
1st u15 Female Jessica Harcus Schweitzer, Vasa Horak, Oliver Mitchley
1st u17 Female Nicola Harcus 2nd Female - Woodridge A Team -Jessica Harcus, Nicola Harcus,
Hannah Praetorius
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BOARD RELAY
1st Junior Male - Woodridge A Team - Luke Leggatt, Liam
Schweitzer, Vasa Horak, Oliver Mitchley
2nd Female - Woodridge A Team -Jessica Harcus, Nicola
Harcus, Hannah Praetorius
TAPLIN RELAY
1st Junior Male- Woodridge A-Team - Luke Leggatt, Liam
Schweitzer, Vaclav Horak, Oliver Mitchley
1st Junior Female - Woodridge A-Team: Jessica Harcus,
Nicola Harcus, Hannah Praetorius, Anna Kirsten
EAST CAPE
CHAMPS
EAST LONDON - 19 FEBRUARY - 20 FEBRUARY
For a welcome change, Nahoon Beach provided ideal EC BEACH SPRINT CHAMPION
conditions for this event. The standard of competition
Erin Morris u19 Female
was fair and the Woodridge Team of 25 members
Anna Kirsten u15 Female
supported by many parents and friends performed
extremely well as the results reflect. EC BEACH FLAGS CHAMPION
Erin Morris u19 Female
A big thanks to Brandon Harcus for towing the trailer, Benji Tyrrell u17 Male
Mrs Meintjies for spending hours at the local casualty Anna Kirsten u15 Female
ward and to Emma Broadway for taking such good care
of the team.
2022 EAST CAPE u17 VICTRIX LUDORUM
Nicola Harcus
2022 EAST CAPE u19 VICTOR LUDORUM
Luke Leggatt
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
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Luke Leggatt u19 Male
Nicola Harcus u17 Female
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Jessica Harcus u15 Female
EC RUN SWIM RUN CHAMPION
Luke Leggatt u19 Male
Liam Schweitzer u15 Male
Jessica Harcus u15 Female
EC LONG RUN CHAMPION
Luke Leggatt u19 Male
Anna Kirsten u15 Female
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EC SURF SKI CHAMPION
Nicola Harcus u17 Female
Jessica Harcus u15 Female
EC MALIBU BOARD CHAMPION
Luke Leggatt u19 Male
Nicola Harcus u17 Female
EC IRON WOMAN CHAMPION
Jessica Harcus u15 Female
TEAM RESULTS
EC MALIBU BOARD RELAY CHAMPIONS
Woodridge A Team - Jessica Harcus, Nicola Harcus, Hannah
Praetorius
EC TUBE RESCUE CHAMPIONS
Woodridge B Team - Liam Schweitzer, Mark Canny, James
Taylor, Oliver Cornish
THE TEAM ALSO WON 23 SILVER AND 9 BRONZE MEDALS.
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SA NATIONAL
SURF LIFESAVING
CHAMPIONSHIP
KINGS BEACH - 21 MARCH - 26 MARCH
Mr Paul Lynch and Kings Beach SLC put on one of the best WOODRIDGE SLC Podium Results:
organized SA Surf Lifesaving Championships in recent times
which saw very stiff competition between nearly 40 teams from
all over South Africa. SOUTH AFRICAN SILVER
While Woodridge SLC congratulate all our competitors, we JESSICA HARCUS
were rather disappointed with not achieving more finals and
better podium positions. Some bad luck (a component of surf SA u15 Ironman
competition) and very, very strong opposition meant that every NICOLA HARCUS
position in every event was hard-fought.
SA u17 Competitor of the Championship
The large number of competitors also meant that many finals
could only be attained after completing heats, quarter and SA u17 Run Swim Run
semi-finals! SA u17 Surf Swim
Besides the Silver and Bronze medals attained the only Gold Luke Leggatt
achieved was by Arthur Moolman at Newton park Swimming
Pool in the SA Stillwater Championships. Special thanks to Mrs SA u19 Malibu Board
Delia Herbst and Dr Carmel Billson for their efforts at the Pool
event.
Woodridge SLC also wish to thank SPAR St Francis Bay and SOUTH AFRICAN BRONZE
The Coastal Collective for their generous support.
JESSICA HARCUS
SA u15 Competitor of the Championship
SA u15 Malibu Board
NICOLA HARCUS
SA u17 Ironman
SA u17 Single Ski
DANIELLA HARCUS
(Summerstrand SLC)
SA u13 Surf Swim
WOODRIDGE SLC CAME 8TH OUT OF 32 TEAMS.
Special mention MUST be made of JESSICA HARCUS who swam
no less than 9 surf swims on Saturday in her support of the
Woodridge Team! An amazing achievement and Woodridge SLC
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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL ELITE SQUAD 2022
Congratulations to Nicola Harcus on her deserved inclusion
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in the final South African National Elite Squad! The National
Team to compete at 2022 World Lifesaving Championships in
Italy will be selected from this squad and an announcement is
expected in mid-April. The fact that Nicola was only 15 years
old when selected to this national u19 Squad, is testimony to
her ability
Woodridge SLC is extremely proud of Nicola' and her
achievements in so many spheres, including a very good
academic standard.
Nicola's selection is just reward for her dedication,
determination and effort
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ALEXANDER MOOLMAN
2022 SOUTH AFRICAN CHAMPION
u17 100m Manikin Race
NICOLA HARCUS and HANNAH PRAETORIUS
2nd SA u19 Line Throw Rescue
JESSICA HARCUS
3rd SA u15 50m Manikin Race
LIAM SCHWEITZER
2nd SA u17 100m Manikin Race
NICOLA HARCUS
2nd SA u17 100m Medley
2nd SA u17 200m Obstacle Race
2nd SA u17 Super Lifesaver
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WOODRIDGE SURF LIFESAVING CLUB
RESULTS DEC/JAN EVENTS
NICOLA HARCUS
LIQUID LINES HARBOUR TO HARBOUR 2,5KM OPEN WATER CHALLENGE
1st Female - 7th Overall
REZCO QUADRATHLON
1ST u18TEAM (with J Harcus/N Herbst)
LIQUID LINES SHARKS POINT OCEAN SURF SKI RACE
2nd Double Ski (partner with OW H Holmes)
SPORT ANDERSON MEMORIAL OCEAN SURF SKI RACE (22 km)
1st u18 Female Single Ski
REZCO 2km OPEN WATER RACE
1st u16 Female
JESSICA HARCUS
LIQUID LINES HARBOUR TO HARBOUR 2,5KM OPEN WATER CHALLENGE
13th Overall (2nd u14 Female)
LIQUID LINES SHARKS POINT OCEAN SURF SKI RACE
3rd Double Ski (partner with M Moon)
SPORT ANDERSON MEMORIAL SKI RACE (22 km)
3rd Double Ski (partner with F Gouws)
REZCO QUADRATHLON
1st u18 TEAM (with N Harcus/N Herbst)
REZCO 2km OPEN WATER RACE
1st u14 Female
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LIQUID LINES HARBOUR TO HARBOUR 2,5KM OPEN WATER CHALLENGE
1st u15 Male - 4th Overall
NMB AQUATICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2021
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8 Individual Events – 1 Bronze and 4 Silver
2 Relays (PEA) - 1 Gold and 1 Silver
swam PB’s in all events
REZCO DUATHLON
1st u14 Male
ALEXANDER MOOLMAN
LIQUID LINES HARBOUR TO HARBOUR 2,5KM OPEN WATER CHALLENGE
1st u16 Male - 5th Overall
NMB AQUATICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2021
u15 Bronze Medal 100m Freestyle (59,1)
PB for 400m Freestyle
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ADVENTURE
THE MUD WASHES OFF AND THE MEMORIES REMAIN
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THE WAY 2021 GRADE CAMPS WEEKEND PROGRAM
Times for reflection, often in our boarders have been
The Way has become a
solitude, give us the given the opportunity to be
cornerstone of the school’s
opportunity to access involved in a variety of
outdoor education programme
whether we are successful or outdoor skills
that is intricately woven into
not, and what we need to do
your child’s Woodridge
next time to improve upon
educational opportunity.
the experience.
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THE WAY
10th Nov to 3RD December GRADE 10 JOURNEY
an educational journey of
character growth, leadership
and service
In six teams, departing over six days, starting on the 9th
beautiful hidden of November, the Grade 10’s embarked on this once in a
school career opportunity.
placeS The Way has become a
cornerstone of the school’s
outdoor education
The Way has become a programme that is
cornerstone of the intricately woven into your
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education programme educational opportunity.
that is intricately woven The Way forms an important
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into your child’s part of the grade 10 year and
this outdoor classroom
Woodridge educational
journey is one focusing on
opportunity.
THE WHOLE BEING
(physical, emotional and
cognitive) furthering the
pupils’ education in a
unique, exciting and
engaging way.
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the location
This trip once again proved, that it is an achievable adventure with a strong emphasis on
experiential learning. The outcomes of the three weeks are self-discovery, education, service and
personal development and it is an opportunity for all Grade 10 pupils to hone their life skills and
leadership ability as they travel on foot, in canoes and on bicycles through a UNESCO WORLD
HERITAGE AREA, THE BAVIAANSKLOOF. It is a journey that starts from school, with
transit to the Karoo town of Willowmore, and finishes at the school bell and covers a distance of
approximately 360km. We are extremely grateful Kelston Motors for sponsoring two 2x4’s to assist
as support vehicles.
TRAVEL BY FOOT, IN
CANOES AND ON
BICYCLES
All the grade 10’s will depart in early
The Way
November on this year’s journey, preparation
covers a
having already begun with a paddling and
distance of cycling clinic being held as part of the grade’s
360KM camps this term.
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Paddle
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Cycle
Hike
Repeat
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Adventure awaits
1ST TERM BUBBLE CAMPS
(JUNIOR COLLEGE BOARDERS)
The Mud
In the second week of term grade 12 washes off,
leaders successfully ran grade 8 and 9 Memories
boarders camps down at the Bush camp
remain
at the River, under a large tarp. Leaving
after sport they returned for breakfast in
the morning.
ROCK CLIMBING CAMP TO
CRYSTAL POOL
With extreme heat on the Saturday, the BOARDERS WEEKEND
PROGRAMME
position of the campsite was perfect,
close to the crystal-clear stream. On the Every weekend boarders not involved in
Sunday the heavens opened once again matches, surf life saving or other activities,
on a climbing camp and unfortunately our boarders have been given the
opportunity to be involved in a variety of
the climbing had to be kept for another 31
outdoor skills that have been challenging
time.
yet achievable.
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STARCK MOON RISE EVENING
Cycle to the Flower Reserve and corner
The grade 12 leaders took the house to shop, paddling to the mouth of the
the Bush camp in the Nature Playground Gamtoos River, self-led hike to the river
and spent an evening with them bush camp for a picnic, fishing and cycling
on campus, rock climbing at School Rocks
watching the full moon rise while sitting
and at the Sunridge Crag, and a rock
around the fire and having a braai and
climbing camp to Crystal Pool.
hot chocolate.
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OUTDOOR
EDUCATION
CURRICULUM LINKING & OUR
CAMPUS
Geography – Miss Broadway is a
regular visitor outdoors, using
School rocks for geology, Knight
Field for navigation and clouds etc.
Natural Science – Mr Rathbone
took all the Grade 10 NS pupils to
THE FOREST WALK in the Wild
Flower Reserve in the third week of
term. Mathematics – Mr Leshem
takes his pupils to the Veggie ADVENTURE ALWAYS COMES WITH SOME
garden seating area on a regular DIFFICULTIES AND CHALLENGE, THAT IS HOW
basis. Art – Mrs Ross makes regular
CHARACTERS ARE DEVELOPED, AND THAT IS
use of all available to her outside
THE AIM. CONFIDENCE GROWS AS THEY
the four walls of her classroom.
NAVIGATE THROUGH THE TOUGH TIMES.
ADVENTURE
PURSUITS
CLIMBING, CANOEING,
ARCHERY AND CYCLING
Canoeing - Thursday evening time
trials on the Gamoos River have
proved to be popular with 2 buses
required on occasions. Climbing - Two
days a week have seen small groups of
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National Archery & Cycling – takes place three
Indoor afternoons a week.
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Champion After being postponed due to Covid 19, the 2021 National Indoor Archery Championships
took place early in 2022 but with an unusual difference; rather than travelling to a designated
indoor venue, archers were allowed to participate in the National competition at their own
archery clubs around the country, whether indoor or outdoor.
Medals were awarded to the top 3 finishers from indoor venues and the top 3 finishers from
outdoor venues. The top scoring archers in their category, whether shooting indoor or outdoor,
were crowned the National champions. Ross won the Recurve U18M category, becoming
National Indoor Champion.
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GRADE
CAMPS/EXPEDITIONS
Were held in extremely hot conditions. All the
groups should be commended for their positive
attitude and resilience under these conditions.
GRADE 8 – INTRODUCTION TO GRADE 10 – CONFIDENCE AND
EXPEDITION CAMPING ON PREPARATION FOR THE WAY
CAMPUS AND FALCON ROCK
A paddling clinic was held at the
They completed a 10km – 2-day self- Ferry Hotel with SA paddlers Phil
supported / self-navigated journey and
Smith and Carmel Bilson. At
learnt to cook a nutritious meal for
Crossways, the pupils were able to
themselves over their small gas hiking
benefit from the enormous
stove. With lots of opportunity for fun,
the pupils were also upskilled in many experience of Robbie Powel - RBC
aspects of camping and backpacking to as they were taken through their
prepare them for their Presidents skills workshop
Award, Adventurous Journey at the end GRADE 11 – PREPARING OUR
of the year. LEADERS
GRADE 9 – INTRODUCTION TO
EXPEDITION CAMPING IN THE In the Cambria Valley up the Groot
BUSH CAMPS AND River, Bruintjieskraal campsite was
YELLOWWOODS used for the raft building exercise
Completing a 18km – 2-day self- and the Uys Rivier / Kudu Kaya
supported / self-navigated journey, the campsite was once again a great hit
first night was spent in the bush camps for kloofing experience.
close to school. The pupils had spent
lesson time preparing their route cards
in the weeks preceding the camps. Every
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code and safety were given to the experienced a
groups prior to departure. An emphasis Solo
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teamwork, rucksack packing and
nutrition/cooking.
Times for reflection, often in solitude, give us the opportunity to access whether
we are successful or not, and what we need to do next time to improve upon the
experience. Every grade experienced a SOLO SESSION.
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SUMMER SPORTS
RESULTS
Cricket
Waterpolo
Tennis and more
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CRICKET
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Our Girls Cricket is
growing rapidly seeing
our numbers increase
from 11 players to 34
players from 2021 to
2022
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HEADS OF SPORT
SUMMER TERM
REPORTS
Tennis
Karen Opperman
A 1st and 2nd team were entered
into the local tennis league. Girls
played their fixtures on Tuesdays
and boys on Thursdays. Teams
consisted of 10-12 players, allowing
more athletes to play but also to
develop players for the next term.
The remaining grade 10 to grade 12 pupils make up the
challenge or development squad, the intention is to
develop the pupils and put them in a position where they
can play for the school tennis team.
The Seals Tennis Academy coaches are doing an excellent
job and with the current structure in place, I believe tennis
will grow into a competitive sport.
The girls were entered into the following leagues:
·1st Team - League level 2
·2nd Team: League level 3
1st Team Results
·Nico Malan Draw – Rain interrupted
·Theodor Won – 4-0
·Pearson 2nd Won – 3-1
2nd Team Results
·Nico Malan
·Pearson 3rd
Draw – Rain Interrupted
Lost – 3-1
TERM 1 SUMMER
SPORTS ROUND UP
·DF Malherbe Lost – 2-2 game difference 1
BOYS TENNIS: (Coach Garry Baines)
The boys were entered into the following leagues:
·1st Team: League level 4 By Yaldren Vickery, Director of Sport
·2nd Team: League level 6
1st Team Results With the first official sporting season in two years, without
·Nico Malan 4th Won – 4-0
COVID-19, there was a buzz in the air as everyone was looking
·Framesby Won – 4-0
·Muir Won – 4- 0 forward to interacting with their peers on the sports fields,
tennis courts and swimming pools. The conversations amongst
2nd Team Results the pupils and staff alike were filled with a sense of excitement
·Pearson 7th Won 3-1
·Framesby 3rd Lost – 3-1
and eagerness to compete against the old rivals and participate
·Alex 2nd Won 4-0 in those wonderful festivals.
Our first inter-house event was athletics, this gave our athletes an
opportunity to showcase what they can do and the inevitable
Girls Cricket 100m race to see who the fastest person in each grade was. From
Josie Martin that first shot of the starter’s gun, the Woodridge College athletes
In our first fixture the 1st Team were out of the blocks, and it feels as though they haven’t stopped
played against Alexander Road the whole of the first term.
High School at Alex. We lost the
toss and went in to bowl first. 36
Woodridge bowled Alex out for a
Waterpolo festivals were attended at Westering and Alexander
total of 71 runs. Road and then there were the Knysna Chukka festivals. Full day
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cricket matches were played, as well as the Independent School’s
Woodridge went in to bat and chased down the score in Cricket Festival in Pretoria. Let’s not forget our formidable Surf
11 overs with Alison Kroon scoring 31 runs not out.
Woodridge 1st team won by 8 wickets. Lifesaving Club and the excellent results they have achieved and
The 2nd team girls played a fun fixture against Alex’s 2nd our tennis teams playing fixtures for the first time in two years.
team to compete and learn about the game. We bowled Our equestrian team strutted their stuff and hosted a Western
extremely well but unfortunately; the game was called off
due to lightning.
Mounted Games event in our own arenas. If this term is anything
Our first team played against Pearson and were sent in to to go by and the good account the Woodridge athletes displayed in
bowl first. The girls showed real grit by restricting Pearson all sports areas, then I look forward to the winter sports season.
to 76 runs for 4 wickets. Alison Kroon showed her
experience scoring a 47 not out and Reece Foreman
scoring 23 not out. The girls reached Pearson’s score in 15
overs. Woodridge won by 8 wickets. Continue reading at next page >
The girls’ squad has increased from 11 players to 34
players from 2021 to 2022 and we are excited for girls’
cricket in future at Woodridge.
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Boys Cricket
Josie Martin
Boys’ cricket has done well this term We played Nico Malan High School in a T20 fixture. The U14s
with many great individual chose to bat first. They didn’t get off to a great start with 3 quick
achievements as well as team wickets for 9 runs. We managed to recover and post 102 in our
achievements. 20 overs. Michael Gothard scored 26 and Mark Jansen van
Our first fixture of the season was against Rensburg 15. Nico Malan batted and passed our score with 2
Alexander Road High School. balls remaining. The boys put up a massive fight. Daniel Darlow
bowled 4 overs taking 1 wicket for only 3 runs (0.8 an over). Julian
The U14s didn’t play due to Alex struggling to field a side due to Teulon took 2 wickets for 16 runs off 3 overs. Nico Malan won by
other commitments. Alex won the toss and chose to bat first, 4 wickets. Woodridge 2nd team batted first scoring 123 runs with
scoring 101 in 19 overs, with Luke Maguire taking 4 wickets for 29 Tristan Torrence scoring 41 runs and Zack Killian scoring 21 runs.
runs in 8 overs and Dimitri Alexandris taking 2 wickets for 8 runs Woodridge restricted Nico Malan to 87 runs with Cwenga Caphayi,
in 5 overs. Woodridge then went in to bat with Ethan Moothoo Michael Gothard and Jade Coetzee taking 2 wickets apiece.
and Randy Syce opening the batting. Ethan scored an unbeaten Woodridge won by 37 runs. The first team lost the toss and were
44 runs and Randy was very unlucky to chop on for 24 runs. put into a bowl. Nico Malan made 136 runs in 20 overs.
Woodridge then went in to bat and lost the game by 10 runs with
Special mention must be made of Caleb Watson who scored 19 James Beckley scoring 54 runs and Kyle Lottering scoring 40 runs.
runs not out and hit a big six whilst forming a partnership with
Ethan to guide. Woodridge U15A to a 9 wicket win over Alex. The In our last match, we found ourselves playing Pearson High
Woodridge first team lost the toss and were sent in to bat. School. The U15As had a tough day at the office. Woodridge
bowled first against and was set a target of 334 with Declan van
Woodridge scored a big 302 runs with a good effort from Phillip der Marwitz taking 3 wickets. Woodridge then batted and scored
Opperman scoring 29 runs, Waydon Bopp scoring 37 runs, Kyle 118 with Ethan Moothoo top scoring with 34 runs. Pearson U15As
Lottering scoring 38 runs, James Beckley scoring 42 runs and won by 216 runs. Woodridge 2nds played Pearson 2nds.
Joshua Botha scoring 44 runs. We then came in to bowl and Woodridge lost the toss and bowled first and bowled Pearson out
bowled them out, with Joshua Botha taking 2 wickets for 26 runs for 187 runs with Jade Coetzee getting 4 wickets and Mike
off 6 overs, Phillip Opperman taking 2 wickets for 27 runs off 9 Sodladla getting 2 wickets. Woodridge was bowled out for 87.
overs and Dylan Bouwer taking 3 wickets for 24 runs off 5 overs. It Woodridge 2nds lost by 100 runs. The first team played well and
was a successful weekend of cricket for all teams involved.. battled through the first 50 overs with Joshua Botha scoring 67
and Waydon Bopp scoring 36 not out and Kyle Lottering with a
We then came across a mighty opponent on our second weekend 47. Pearson were bowled out for 145 runs. Bukho Pantsi was the
of fixtures. Woodridge played against Kingswood College and main wicket-taker with 4 wickets with Phumelela Mbiza, Phillip
came away with 4 losses. Woodridge U14s won the toss and Opperman and Waydon Bopp taking two wickets each, giving
chose to bat in some damp conditions. Woodridge scored 163 in Woodridge a convincing win against the Pearson 1st side.
43 overs reduced from 50 overs due to rain. Miles Feltham 50,
Daniel Darlow 33 n/o and Connor von Der Marwitz 31. Kingswood
batted and was on 52/1 after 12.2 overs when rain stopped play.
Julian Toulon bowled 4 overs taking 1 for 9 runs. Match was
abandoned due to rain. Woodridge U15A won the toss and
elected to bat first with Ethan Moothoo scoring an unbeaten 73 to
guide Woodridge to a total of 137 runs all out. Woodridge then
set out to defend the target with Dimitri Alexandris taking 3
wickets, but Kingswood held on to win by 3 wickets. Woodridge
2nd team played their second team and lost the toss. They were
sent in to bat and were bowled out for 137 with Jade Coetzee
scoring 34 runs. Kingswood chased down the score without losing
a wicket.
We found ourselves playing against Westering High School for
our third fixture and walked away with 4 out of 4 wins. The U14s
won by 102 runs with Miles Feltham scoring 106 runs and Mark
Jensen taking 2 wickets for 20 runs in 10 overs. The U15s won by
53 runs with Randy Syce scoring 103 runs as well as taking 2
wickets. Dimitri Alexandris and Nathi Patso both taking 2 wickets.
The 2nd team boys won by convincing 6 wickets by bowling them
out for 67 runs with Matthew Stamos taking 4 wickets, Cwenga
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boys won by 4 wickets with Bukho Pantsi taking 4 beautiful
wickets, Waydon Bopp taking 3 wickets and Phillip Opperman
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taking 2 wickets. The first team then came in to bat and chased
down the run total of 137 runs in 43 overs with Joshua Botha
Scoring 41 runs and James Beckley going out to an unfortunate
run out of the bowler’s hand at 52 runs.
We then went into T20S against Victoria Park High School.
Woodridge U15As batted first and scored 98 with Tyler du Plooy
top-scoring with 19 runs. Woodridge then bowled VP out for 79
with Ethan Moothoo taking 3 wickets, handing Woodridge a 19-
run win. The first team lost the toss and were sent in to bat. We
scored 111 runs in 20 overs with Phumelela Mbiza scoring 44
runs. We then went into the bowl and restricted them to 105 runs
with Bukho Pantsi taking 4 wickets and Phillip Opperman taking 2
wickets. 1st Team won by 6 runs.
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Boys Cricket Continued...
Over half-term, the 1st Team participated in
The independent Schools Cricket festival
St Albans College Pretoria
24-27 February 2022
We were matched up against a few strong
teams. Playing against the likes of
Michaelhouse, Cornwall Hill, St Benedicts
and Hilton College.
Match vs Michaelhouse - The match was a declaration to which
we won the toss and elected to bat first. Michaelhouse bowled
well and bowled us out for 129 in 68 overs. Waydon Bopp made
40 runs. Michaelhouse went in to bat and scored 187. They sent
us back in to bat, to try to bowl us out in 15 overs. We held on
with 1 wicket down to force the draw.
Match vs Cornwall Hill College- This was a 50 over match. We
won the toss and elected to bowl first. Cornwall batted well and
put up a score of 288 runs in 50 overs. We then went in to bat
and made 41 runs in 14 overs, however, play was interrupted by
lightning and ultimately the match was abandoned.
Match vs St Benedict's College - This was also a 50 over match.
We lost the toss and were sent in to bat. We had a slow start
losing a few quick wickets. Then Josh Botha and Phillip Opperman
showed some guts, Josh scored 58 and Phillip scored 54. We put
CrossFit
on a total of 200 in our 50 overs. We then bowled St Benedicts Ms Desree Neville
out for 149 runs. Some key bowling performances from Dylan
Bouwer and Phumelela Mbiza, Dylan got 3 wickets for 33 runs in 5 CrossFit has grown in popularity
overs and Phumelela took 4 wickets for 32 runs in 8 overs. over the years as a summer sport
choice for girls in Grade 10-12. Our
Match vs Hilton College - This was a T20 Match. We won the toss
numbers are currently showing an
and went in to bat. We made 109 runs in 20 overs which was not
increasing need for fitness with 10
Grade10’s, 21 Grade 11’s and 19
enough runs for the Hilton side to make in the 13th over.
Grade 12’s.
In the end, I thought we did well and learned a lot from the St The girls were exposed to various forms of exercises
Albans festival and the boys showed a lot of growth. that focussed on improving their endurance, strength,
Won 1 balance and flexibility, whilst still having fun. Many of
Lost 1 the sessions took place during the warmest part of the
Drew 1 day but the girls always had a smile on their faces and
Abandoned 1 gave of their best. We are looking at including fitness
events to drive and showcase their progress, giving the
girls a tangible goal to work towards.
Soccer
Mr Nicholas Kock
SOCCER FESTIVAL – VICTORIA PARK HIGH SCHOOL
25-27 MARCH 2022
Our boys had great fun with the return of
the Annual Victoria Park High School Soccer
Challenge where they competed in the 38
Under 18 division along with eleven other
schools.
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Woodridge was placed in a group with
Selbourne College, Dale College, Alexander
Road High School, Linkside High School, and
Urban Academy.
All our games were close encounters and the team ended on a
joint 9 points from 5 games, together with Dale College and
Alexander Road High School, with Selbourne College topping the
group with 12 points - losing only to Woodridge.
Woodridge was very unfortunate to miss out on a place in the
Semi-Final because of goal difference, ending up with one goal
less than Dale College.
Altogether a great experience for the boys who played some
good positive soccer.
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