Boishaaier 2025

Noodhulp

First Aid

Matt Smith

What an incredible year it has been for our First Aid boys. Throughout every sporting event – from early-morning hockey fixtures to late-afternoon rugby clashes – they have shown unwavering commitment, calmness under pressure, and genuine care for every athlete on the field. Their presence has become a reassuring constant: always prepared, always focused, and always willing to step in, whether for a scraped knee, a twisted ankle, or the

occasional big match injury. They have worked quietly in the background, yet their impact has been felt in every code and by every team. As the season comes to an end, we recognise their hard work with sincere gratitude. Well done, First Aid team; you have been the steady heartbeat behind the success of Paarl Boys’ High Sport.

Noodhulpspan Agter: Joshua Auret, Khaiden Poggenpoel, Otto Beukes, Daniel Green, Joshua Kekana, Altus Bester, Eesa Gaffoor

Voor: Julian Ferreira, Wian van de Vyver, Christopher Bristow,

Mr M Smith, Pieter Combrink, Dawid Oelofse, Diego Zanato

Annual Sports

and the importance of balancing academic and sporting commitments. He reflected on how sport supported his mental health and helped him overcome the challenges following his accident – a message that resonated deeply with learners, parents and staff alike. Learners were formally recognised for outstanding achievements across a wide range of sporting codes, including cross-country, mountain biking, tug of war, squash, chess, golf, swimming, water polo, tennis, athletics, cricket, hockey, rugby and sevens rugby. The evening concluded with a word of thanks to all sponsors who support Paarl Boys’ High sport. Their contribution was acknowledged as vital to the continued success and growth of school sport at Paarl Boys’ High. The event was a resounding success, celebrating not only individual and team achievements but also the sense of community and pride that define Paarl Boys’ High. 2025 dinner

The annual Paarl Boys’ High Sports Dinner took place on 10 September 2025 at the Paarl Town Hall. This prestigious event brought together learners, parents, staff and distinguished guests to celebrate the school’s sporting achievements throughout the year. The evening commenced with an opening and prayer led by Mr Vicus Kruger, setting a tone of gratitude and reflection. Mr Frans Cloete, Head of Sport, presented a comprehensive overview of the school’s sporting programme. In his address, he highlighted the dedication and hard work of both learners and coaches, underscoring the integral role that sport plays in building character, discipline and school spirit at Paarl Boys’ High. The highlight of the evening was a keynote address by Old Boy Roux Steenkamp, currently ranked World No. 1 Golfer with a Disability. Steenkamp, who lost an arm in an accident on his Karoo farm, shared an inspiring message about perseverance, the friendships forged through sport,

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