The coastal charm of Kleinmond provided the perfect backdrop this past weekend as the second leg of the Hot Summer of Touch delivered a masterclass in high-octane rugby and competitive spirit.
Under clear summer skies, 39 teams took to the sand, showcasing a standard of play that left spectators and rivals alike in awe.
The day was defined by major upsets and a shifting leaderboard, proving that in this series, no title is safe.
The Pro Series narrative took an unexpected turn early in the day. The victors of the opening leg in Camps Bay, UD Targo, suffered a shock exit at the hands of a relentless Score Forward Reds side during the qualifiers.
This opened a massive window of opportunity for the remaining contenders. Most Wanted battled their way to the final to face off against Liberty Webb Touch. In a match characterised by elite technical skill and sportsmanship, Liberty Webb emerged victorious. The win not only secured them the Kleinmond title, but also propelled them to the top of the overall series leaderboard.
The Challenger Series was equally unpredictable. BT Blizzards, looking for a back-to-back win after their success at Camps Bay, fell just short in a narrow defeat to a determined Scorpions outfit.
The Scorpions proved to be the team of the hour, doubling down on their success by clinching victory in the Pro/Challenger crossover fixture against the Unknown Warriors.
The talent pool ran deep across all age groups. In the Open Series, The Jokers were crowned champions after a hard-fought battle against a spirited T10 Crusaders team. In the Junior Section, the Dark Knights dominated their bracket, securing an impressive win over the Struisbaai Warriors Juniors.
The series shows no signs of slowing down as attention shifted to the third leg in Strand yesterday (Tuesday 16 December).
๏ฎ Pre-register for the remaining rounds can be done online at www.hotsummeroftouch.co.za.
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