Get ready for a historic day of rugby in the Helderberg!
On Saturday 8 February, Strand United will host the inaugural Grand Estates United Rugby 10s tournament at the Abattoir sports grounds in Strand, alongside a special Rugby Heritage event for former Somerset Board players, management, and coaches at Dr GJ Joubert Primary School hall.
The 10s tournament, a first ever for Western Province clubs in the basin, will feature a star-studded lineup of clubs from across the region, including Eerste River, Vineyards, Young Peoples, Paarl Rangers, St Georges, Macassar, All Saints, Sir Lowrians, Young Standards, and Franschhoek.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! The entertainment line-up promises to be unforgettable, with electrifying performances by Ricki vannie Frontline, Shameem, Carletheie, and the sensational 12-year-old DJ Sophia.
The Rugby Heritage event will take place at the same time, just down the road at the primary school hall, where 20 former Somerset Board players, coaches and administrators will reunite after nearly 40 years. Guest speakers at the much-anticipated event includes Reuben Riffel and Sedick Crombie among others.
“As a club, we have a massive responsibility to our community,” said Strand United chairperson Shamiel Ismail. “These events will not only showcase top-flight rugby but also honour the heroes of the past who have paved the way for future generations.”
Gates open at 08:30. Pre-event tickets are available for purchase at Smokers Market in Cinnamon Square. For more information, visit the Strand United Facebook page.
