All Saints RFC produced a heroic second-half turnaround to defeat Bellville RFC 19-6 in their Super League B Bottom 8 semi-final at Helderzicht Sports Ground on Saturday 12 September, securing their place in the final.

The home side endured a stern opening test as Bellville launched relentless early attacks. Despite long periods of defending, the Olla Boys’ disciplined defensive structure prevented the visitors from crossing the try line. Bellville eventually built a 0-6 lead through two successful penalties.

Refusing to let the early deficit derail their campaign, All Saints fought back before the break when Robin Pietersen finished off a well-worked attacking movement to score a vital try, cutting the deficit to 5-6 at the interval.

All Saints took complete control after the break. Dylan Scholtz slotted an early penalty to give the hosts their first lead at 8-6, before Eagan Christians crossed the whitewash to extend the advantage to 13-6. Scholtz then added two late penalties to seal a convincing 19-6 victory.

The Olla Boys will now face Vineyards RFC in the Bottom 8 final at City Park in Athlone this weekend. Vineyards edged All Saints earlier in the season, setting the stage for a dramatic rematch with silverware on the line.

In Super League A action, Helderberg RFC’s President’s Cup run came to an end at City Park after a 21-15 loss to Villager in their Top 8 semi-final.

Villager struck early, opening a 14-0 lead inside 10 minutes following converted tries by Thoubaan Gabriels and MC de Jongh. Berge responded swiftly with back-to-back tries by Ethan Swartland and Moaqeem Jephtha, one of which was converted, to bring the local team within two points at 14-12. However, a converted try by Reimerd Spreeth restored a 21-12 halftime lead for Villager.

Berge mounted a resolute second-half effort, with Roscoe Julius kicking a penalty to trim the gap to 21-15. Although Berge held Villager scoreless the remainder of the match, they were unable to breach the defence to claim victory.

Having finished fourth on the Super League A log, Helderberg now turn their attention to the WPRFU Club 7s Tournament, starting on Saturday 24 October.

In Super League C, Raithby Universals ground out a dramatic 6-5 victory over Sir Lowrians RFC in Sir Lowry’s Pass to advance to the Bottom 8 final.

RU took a 6-0 lead into half-time courtesy of two well-struck penalties by Jacques Steyn. Playing into a strong wind during the second half, RU maintained tight discipline under pressure, holding on for the win despite a late try by Sir Low.

RU will take on Langa in the Super League C Bottom 8 final at City Park this weekend.