Get ready for a fierce rivalry to reignite this weekend as Grey High School prepares to host Paul Roos Gymnasium in a much-anticipated Sportsmans Warehouse Premier Interschools derby. The battleground shifts to the Kolisi field, where Grey High School is determined to rewrite history and reclaim victory from their Stellenbosch rivals. Since their last triumph in 2017, Grey High School has been thirsting for redemption against Paul Roos. This match is more than just a game; it’s a chance for Grey to break free from the chains of defeat and reignite their legacy on home turf. The tension is palpable as they gear up to face a Paul Roos team riding high on success, showcasing exceptional form across all age group teams and their 1st XV. In the past decade, these two powerhouses have engaged in fierce battles, with Grey High School securing 4 wins, including a remarkable three-year winning streak from 2012 to 2014. However, Paul Roos holds a slight advantage in overall matches won. Yet, as the saying goes, home advantage can turn the tide of any contest, and Grey High School is poised to seize this opportunity. The stage is set for an epic showdown filled with adrenaline-pumping moments, strategic brilliance, and raw dogged determination. Fans can expect nothing short of a rugby spectacle as Grey High School and Paul Roos Gymnasium face off in a battle that transcends mere competition—it’s a quest for glory and redemption. Last 10 Matches Results: Date Paul Roos Grey High 2012/04/21 19 23 2013/04/20 18 23 2014/04/12 26 27 2015/04/18 34 3 2016/04/09 34 21 2017/05/06 20 22 2018/04/21 43 8 2019/04/13 24 18 2022/04/09 30 14 2023/04/15 39 24 Grey High School 2024 Season: Date Opp For Against 2024/03/15 Hudson Park 44 5 2024/03/23 Hilton 17 34 2024/04/06 Muir College 60 0 2024/04/13 Dale College 25 32 2024/04/20 Wynberg BHS 10 10 Grey High School have played 5 games so far, winning 2, losing two and drawing their last game against a strong Wynberg Boys. It’s difficult to measure their strength this year but after a draw against Wynberg, their confidence might just be on the rise. Paul Roos Gymnasium 2024 Season: Date Opp For Against 2024/03/16 HTS Drostdy 73 10 2024/03/23 Affies 30 25 2024/03/26 Waterkloof 47 24 2024/04/13 Rondebosch 38 17 2024/04/20 HJS Paarl 25 10 Paul Roos have also played 5 games and is still unbeaten, having good wins against the likes of Affies and Paarl Boys High. They are currently deemed the No 1 ranked team in South Africa and it will take some effort to overcome them. Watch Grey High School take on Paul Roos on their home turf from 14h00 on Saturday, 27 April, on SuperSport Schools Channel 216. Netball Catch Pearson High Schools vs Rhenish Girls High at 17:00 on Thursday, 25 April, on SuperSport Schools Channel 216 ENDS MEDIA RESOURCE: Issued by Terras Communications on behalf of the Sportsmans Warehouse Premier Interschools. Lauren Terras +27 (0)82 785 2644 lauren@terrascomms.com www.terrascomms.com TOURNAMENT RESOURCE: Robert Blair Chief Operating Officer: Premier Interschools Pty Ltd. T+27 (0)79 588 3703 robbie@premierinterschools.co.za About The Tournament: Premier Interschools is a series of 12 rugby & netball matches, which feature the highest profile and most traditional interschool rivalries from South Africa’s top rugby & netball schools, which are broadcast live on SuperSport from April to August. School sport has served as one of the cornerstones of the South African sporting landscape dating back more than a century, and true to its slogan “Honouring Heritage. Playing for the Future”, Premier Interschools is about history, heritage and tradition. The series, now in its eleventh year, is expected to grow even stronge
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