WSU WALLOPING LEAVES FORT HARE ALL BLACK AND BLUE

The WSU All Blacks were in buoyant mood as they arrived at the King Phalo Airport in East London after playing some scintillating rugby during their first three games at this year’s edition of the FNB Varsity Shield rugby competition.

After having trounced arch rivals Fort Hare Blues 46-12 in a Sunday evening clash at the Tuks Stadium in Pretoria, the team touched down in East London to enjoy a week off following their first-ever bio-bubble experience as a result of Covid-19 regulations.

Despite the overwhelming victory, WSU All Blacks head coach Akhona Mijima expressed slight reservations about the performance of the team.

“The team was not clinical and efficient enough and we definitely could’ve scored more tries had it not be for the countless mistakes we committed. Besides that, we’re happy with the victory and it stands us in good stead for our next game in a week’s time,” said Mgijima.

The win was the team’s third straight triumph following victories against the UKZN Impi and the DUT Rhinos – games that were sparsely different as the All Blacks only managed to peep through against UKZN thanks to a last minute try, whilst they registered a record victory against DUT as they scored a century against the new-comers.

Though happy with bonus point win, WSU All Blacks captain Litha Kula was also equally underwhelmed by the performance of his troops.

“We’re taking each game as it comes and not trying to get ahead of ourselves following a positive result. However there’s a lot we still need to look at, including having more structure, organization and discipline to our game,” said Kula.

Lock forward Miyelani Ngobeni, who won the clash’s FNB Player-That-Rocks accolade attributed the night’s victory to a strong forward pack performance that laid a conducive foundation from which the backline could launch their assault.

He was especially thrilled about the performance he had, dedicating it to his nephew who was his birthday, as well as the thousands of WSU fans that continue to support the team though by social media posts or phone calls.

“Winning this award was a dream come true and it feels great to be recognized for the talent that God gave me,” said Ngobeni.

The teams are scheduled to return to Pretoria next week to resume their battles for ultimate glory – lifting the shield and fighting for a spot in the premier division, the Varsity Cup.

 The WSU All Blacks were in buoyant mood as they arrived at the King Phalo Airport in East London after playing some scintillating rugby during their first three games at this year’s edition of the FNB Varsity Shield rugby competition.

After having trounced arch rivals Fort Hare Blues 46-12 in a Sunday evening clash at the Tuks Stadium in Pretoria, the team touched down in East London to enjoy a week off following their first-ever bio-bubble experience as a result of Covid-19 regulations.

Despite the overwhelming victory, WSU All Blacks head coach Akhona Mijima expressed slight reservations about the performance of the team.

“The team was not clinical and efficient enough and we definitely could’ve scored more tries had it not be for the countless mistakes we committed. Besides that, we’re happy with the victory and it stands us in good stead for our next game in a week’s time,” said Mgijima.

The win was the team’s third straight triumph following victories against the UKZN Impi and the DUT Rhinos – games that were sparsely different as the All Blacks only managed to peep through against UKZN thanks to a last minute try, whilst they registered a record victory against DUT as they scored a century against the new-comers.

Though happy with bonus point win, WSU All Blacks captain Litha Kula was also equally underwhelmed by the performance of his troops.

“We’re taking each game as it comes and not trying to get ahead of ourselves following a positive result. However there’s a lot we still need to look at, including having more structure, organization and discipline to our game,” said Kula.

Lock forward Miyelani Ngobeni, who won the clash’s FNB Player-That-Rocks accolade attributed the night’s victory to a strong forward pack performance that laid a conducive foundation from which the backline could launch their assault.

He was especially thrilled about the performance he had, dedicating it to his nephew who was his birthday, as well as the thousands of WSU fans that continue to support the team though by social media posts or phone calls.

“WThe WSU All Blacks were in buoyant mood as they arrived at the King Phalo Airport in East London after playing some scintillating rugby during their first three games at this year’s edition of the FNB Varsity Shield rugby competition.

After having trounced arch rivals Fort Hare Blues 46-12 in a Sunday evening clash at the Tuks Stadium in Pretoria, the team touched down in East London to enjoy a week off following their first-ever bio-bubble experience as a result of Covid-19 regulations.

Despite the overwhelming victory, WSU All Blacks head coach Akhona Mijima expressed slight reservations about the performance of the team.

“The team was not clinical and efficient enough and we definitely could’ve scored more tries had it not be for the countless mistakes we committed. Besides that, we’re happy with the victory and it stands us in good stead for our next game in a week’s time,” said Mgijima.

The win was the team’s third straight triumph following victories against the UKZN Impi and the DUT Rhinos – games that were sparsely different as the All Blacks only managed to peep through against UKZN thanks to a last minute try, whilst they registered a record victory against DUT as they scored a century against the new-comers.

Though happy with bonus point win, WSU All Blacks captain Litha Kula was also equally underwhelmed by the performance of his troops.

“We’re taking each game as it comes and not trying to get ahead of ourselves following a positive result. However there’s a lot we still need to look at, including having more structure, organization and discipline to our game,” said Kula.

Lock forward Miyelani Ngobeni, who won the clash’s FNB Player-That-Rocks accolade attributed the night’s victory to a strong forward pack performance that laid a conducive foundation from which the backline could launch their assault.

He was especially thrilled about the performance he had, dedicating it to his nephew who was his birthday, as well as the thousands of WSU fans that continue to support the team though by social media posts or phone calls.

“Winning this award was a dream come true and it feels great to be recognized for the talent that God gave me,” said Ngobeni.

The teams are scheduled to return to Pretoria next week to resume their battles for ultimate glory – lifting the shield and fighting for a spot in the premier division, the Varsity Cup.

 inning this award was a dream come true and it feels great to be recognized for the talent that God gave me,” said Ngobeni.

The teams are scheduled to return to Pretoria next week to resume their battles for ultimate glory – lifting the shield and fighting for a spot in the premier division, the Varsity Cup.

 - Thando Cezula