Trio closer to Wesgrow destiny after thriller win over the Diamonds

Trio have thrust themselves into pole position for the 2026 Wesgrow Sentrale 1st XV title after a pulsating 41–40 victory over Diamantveld High School.

The result not only underlined their attacking firepower, but also elevated the Kroonstad outfit to favourites in what is shaping up to be a fiercely contested race for top honours.

Standing in their way, however, is a daunting trip to Bloemfontein to face Fichardtpark High School—a side that began the season with ambitions of their own silverware. Traditionally formidable at home, Fichardtpark represent a significant hurdle in Trio’s quest to convert momentum into a title push.

It is a challenge that will demand composure, physicality and defensive steel—areas that were tested in their high-scoring win last time out. Yet, should Trio rise to the occasion, their grip on the competition could tighten considerably.

Victory in Bloemfontein would not seal the title just yet, but it would tilt the odds firmly in their favour and bring them one step closer to a memorable Wesgrow triumph.

TEAM	FICHARDTPARK		TEAM	TRIO
1	Jordan Jordaan	u18	1	Jayden Bienas	u17
2	Wikus Meyer	u18	2	Jaylin Jones	u19
3	Lwazi Mcandi	u17	3	D-Marco Basson	u18
4	Jonathan Duarte	u18	4	Robert van der Vyver	u17
5	FD Fick		5	Brinzley Bastiaan	u17
6	Josh Nelson	u18	6	Tyron Adams	u19
7	Dillon Louw	u18	7	WJ van Niekerk	u18
8	Dian Visagie	u18	8	Kyle Kruger	u18
9	Ofentse Tseko	u18	9	Rico Aucamp	u17
10	Guiteau Petrus	u17	10	Collin Smith	u17
11	Andries vd Merwe	u17	11	Regardt Joubert	u18
12	Bukho Mlali	u19	12	Adriaan Nel	u17
13	Ze Mathese	u18	13	Jahnru Janse van Rensburg	u18
14	Neo Nokoana	u17	14	Myburgh Jacobs	u18
15	Unathi Ntuli	u18	15	JP du Toit	u18
16			16	Damian Hartman	u17
17			17	Tawanda Mthethwa	u17
18			18	Paul Raschke	u18
19			19	Dillan du Preez	u17
20			20	Caleb Butler	u18
21			21	Gawie Vermaak	u19
22			22	Monray Mostert	u18
23			23	Lukhanyo Dauwa	u17
Coach	ANDRE DU PLESSIS		Coach	QUINTIN GELDENHUYS