Sean van Zijl’s rugby journey continues to inspire. After making his mark at the Western Province International Rugby Institute (WPIRI) in 2024, Sean has gone on to achieve even greater heights in 2025. This year, Sean proudly represented Nelson Mandela University as part of the Madibaz Varsity Shield squad, where his relentless drive and […]
Emma Bester’s rugby journey is a story of passion, perseverance, and remarkable growth. Now a first-year student-athlete at the Western Province International Rugby Institute (WPIRI) and a proud member of our Women’s Rugby Programme, Emma is already making her mark on the game. Her rugby career began in 2022 at Brackenfell High School, playing […]
From dedication to domination — the rugby journey of Moses Nande is nothing short of inspiring. Moses began his path to greatness at the UXi Sport Western Province International Rugby Institute in 2021–2022, where his relentless work ethic and passion for the game set him apart from day one. His career milestones speak […]
Before their curtain-raiser clash against Free State International Rugby Institute, our players received their jerseys from Griquas Currie Cup captain Cebo Dlamini and inside centre Mnombo Zwelendaba – ahead of the Senior Griquas vs WP Currie Cup showdown. What an unforgettable moment to share the field on match day with the pros, representing Griquas […]
Big congratulations to Joshua Bester, a dedicated first-year student at WPIRI, and Danny Colgan, our newest international student from Ireland, on their invitation to train with the Western Province U21 Squad! Joshua has shown consistent growth and commitment throughout the year, while Danny has made a huge impact in just a few weeks. Both […]
This past weekend the UXi Griquas Rugby Institute student-athletes represented Kimberley Rugby Club team for the final against Hartswater on 26 July. They walked away as Frances Baard Cup Champions with a thrilling 33–30 victory! These UXi Sport GRI student-athletes helped secure the gold: Letlotlo Manyetsa JC Engelbrecht Devrone Januarie Sihle Mokwene Xavier Magerman […]
From the hockey field to the rugby pitch, Lidene Kruger has proven that passion, dedication, and bold choices can unlock extraordinary opportunities. After transitioning from hockey to rugby post-high school, Lidene joined the UXi Sport Griquas Rugby Institute in 2024—and her rise since then has been nothing short of remarkable! In 2024, Lidene was […]
In 2024, Joe Kaufmann joined us at UXi Sport, Western Province International Rugby Institute for just a few weeks — but the impact of that time turned into something far greater than we ever imagined. His parents were initially hesitant. Was he too young? Should they wait a year? But one conversation changed everything. […]
At the start of 2025, Calvin Gunter, student-athlete at Harlequins International Rugby Institute 2024, took a bold step in his rugby journey — heading to Geraldine Rugby Club in New Zealand to play and coach. Embracing the challenge in one of the world’s top rugby nations, Calvin’s passion and dedication were clear from day one. […]
Joren Buijs and Luc Brulot, two international student-athletes from Western Province International Rugby Institute have both been selected to represent Rugby Nederland U18 at the 2025 European Championship U18! From the fields of Stellenbosch to the international stage, these two standout student-athletes are flying the UXi Sport flag high in Europe. Joren Buijs […]
Celebrating Sean van Zijl’s Inspiring Journey of Hard Work, Passion, and Perseverance5 September 2025 - 9:23 am
The Journey of Emma Bester22 August 2025 - 9:46 am
Shining a spotlight on Moses Nande18 August 2025 - 10:57 am
UXi Griquas Rugby Institute Players Capped for thrilling Currie Cup Curtain Raiser Match!18 August 2025 - 10:54 am