Sport

Sport Guidelines

We play sport for healthy recreation and enjoyment. Children have to be active every day. Physical activity stimulates growth and leads to improved physical and emotional health. Research has shown that the importance of physical activity in children is stronger than ever. For Eversdal, sport is much more than just exercise because it also contributes to a child’s development, both psychologically and socially. The sport field also creates an all-important learning environment for our learners where they can learn to cope, adapt and function in a team environment. These are all important skills which our learners will need to acquire and apply in adult life.

Eversdal Primary School is committed to providing the best sporting environment and facilities possible, so that every learner in the School is able to play the sport of his/her choice, guided by quality coaching and instruction. This commitment endeavours to provide for the full spectrum of Eversdal Primary School’s learners; for the ambitious talented sports boys and girls, to be prepared for sport at the highest level, as well as those who wish to enjoy their sport on a more social level. Furthermore, the sport coaches are committed to create an environment in which each learner is encouraged to participate in the correct manner and spirit.

  • The main objective of sport is enjoyment. Learners must have fun while participating.
  • Sport needs to be instrumental in teaching learners how to deal with life.
  • Coaches need to make time and create opportunities for experimenting, to celebrate success, to make mistakes, to carry the consequences and to learn from them.
  • Learners are children and they do not have the experience and expertise of adults.
  • Sport is about the development of learners, coaches, educators, parents and spectators.
  • Losing a match is just as important for personal development as winning. To lose requires emotional control and constructive thinking.
  • To establish a healthy balance between achievement and participation.
  • To promote mass participation in a variety of school sports.
  • To help develop a true love for, and enjoyment of, the sport.
  • To develop good sportsmanship, camaraderie and perseverance.
  • To develop sport skills.
  • To offer quality coaching through the most appropriate coaching techniques, coaching courses and clinics.
  • To realise and develop our children’s talents.
  • To promote the image of our school by focusing on key values such as: Integrity Respect Discipline Religious beliefs

The Governing Body determines the School’s official sporting disciplines. The nine sporting disciplines below are organised by the School, receive funding from the Annual School Budget and are also recognised as part of the school’s Recognition Policy.

  • Athletics
  • Chess (an additional fee of R220 per term)
  • Cricket
  • Cross Country
  • Hockey (Boys & Girls)
  • Netball
  • Rugby
  • Swimming
  • Tennis

Athletics

Athletics play a crucial role in the holistic development of young children, offering a foundation for physical fitness and personal discipline. At Eversdal we encourage our learners to take part in various athletic events as this not only promotes healthy growth and development but also fosters the importance of perseverance and goal setting. We motivate our learners to give their very best whilst still practicing good sportsmanship. We feel that early exposure to athletics can inspire a lifelong passion for physical activity and well-being.

Athletics general information

  • Athletics is an individual sport, within a team sport; therefore, all athletes are selected according to their individual achievements.
  • Athletics consists of field items and track items.
  • Juniors (Gr 1 – 3) only take part in sprints (60m, 80m, 100m).
  • The extra-mural programme has a training slot for both team athletes and non- team athletes. Team athletes include the top 4 athletes per item and non-team includes all the other athletes that wishes to train.
  • Practices are attended in Evergym attire.
  • Team athletes must attend practices as much as possible.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times. 

Team selection

  • Athletes selected for participation in events are mainly composed of the results of the Top 6 Athletics Meeting of Term 1 and the Interhouse Athletics Meeting of Term 4.
  • The first four places are considered for the inclusion of the athletics team, where the top two will mostly take part in events and number three and four will be seen as reserves.

Athletics Meetings

  • Athletics meetings take place on different days.
  • Information regarding an athletics event and team lists will be sent by the sport office via the App during the week.  Please respond promptly to inform the office of the availability of the athlete.
  • Every meeting is unique, and has different rules, events, and programmes. This means that the number of athletes partaking in each event might vary.
  • Meeting attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy  
Esteé Ackerman

ATHLETICS COACHES 2025

All athletics enquiries: William Immelman wimmelman@eversdal.org.za
NAME E-MAIL
William Immelman wimmelman@eversdal.org.za
Marisa de Beer mdebeer@eversdal.org.za
Rozanne Pearton rpearton@eversdal.org.za
Suan Blaauw sblaauw@eversdal.org.za
Tanika Engelbrecht tengelbrecht@eversdal.org.za
Dete Schutte dschutte@eversdal.org.za
Surita Kotze skotze@eversdal.org.za
Louise Conradie lconradie@eversdal.org.za
Althea Gerber agerber@eversdal.org.za
Tilanie Marais tmarais@eversdal.org.za
Abeline Olivier Laubscher aolivierlaubscher@eversdal.org.za
Josie Cilliers jcilliers@eversdal.org.za
Phillipa Victor pvictor@eversdal.org.za
Amori Koegelenberg akoegelenberg@eversdal.org.za
Conrad Ackerman cackerman@eversdal.org.za

ATHLETICS FIXTURES 2025

DATEEVENTVENUE
16 JANUARIE 2025TOP SIFTING BAAN ITEMSEVERSDAL
17 JANUARIE 2025TOP SIFTING VELD EN 1500EVERSDAL
20 JANUARY 2025SUMMER SPORT STARTSEVERSDAL
23 JANUARY 2025FOUNDATION PHASE INTER HOUSE ATHLETICSEVERSDAL
7 FEBRUARY 2025DURBELL – JAVELIN & DISCUSGENE LOUW
8 FEBRUARY 2025DURBELL – TRACK & FIELDGENE LOUW
18 FEBRUARY 2025ARISTEAARISTEA
19 FEBRUARY 2025MNED TRACK & FIELDPAROW
22 FEBRUARY 2025WP ATHLETICS – TRACK & FIELDTBC
25 FEBRUARY 2025CURRO TOP 10CURRO DVILLE
28 FEBRUARY 2025SUMMER SPORT ENDEVERSDAL
8 MARCH 2025WESTERN CAPE ATHLETICSOUDTSHOORN  

Swimming

Swimming at Eversdal Primary School is an integral part of the school’s sporting curriculum, offering learners a comprehensive aquatic programme aimed at developing their swimming skills, water safety knowledge, and overall fitness.

Swimming as a sport, aids in developing children’s fine motor skills and co-ordination, which is directly related to the development of a higher level of intelligence.

We focus on developing all swimming styles, but learning the proper swim technique is a long, and often a repetitive process as the swimmers learn how to identify their movement patterns and feel more comfortable in the water.

The school has a well-maintained swimming pool and dedicated coaching staff who are committed to providing high-quality instruction to learners of all abilities.

Swimming general information

  • Swimming is a summer sport and takes place during the 1st and 4th terms.
  • Swimmers must already be water-safe.
  • The extra-mural programme allows for different ability groups.
  • Attention is given to mastering the different swimming strokes as well as fitness.
  • The pool is 1.2m deep and 25m in length.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times. 

Swimwear

  • Girls swim in navy or black swimwear.  No two-piece costumes or bikinis are allowed. 
  • A swimming cap is compulsory for girls (any colour).
  • Boys may swim in a navy/black speedo, jammer or in navy Evergym shorts. 
  • All swimmers report to the swimming pool in their Evergym attire.
  • Own towel is compulsory.
  • Swimming goggles are optional.

Team selection

  • The swimming trials, held at the end of every year, allow swimmers to be selected to take part in the Ever Gala.
  • The Grade 1s and the new learners have trials at the beginning of the new school year.
  • Swimmers are selected to take part in the EverGala according to their times taken at the trials.
  • The Junior A and Senior A teams are selected after the EverGala. 

Gala information

  • Every gala is unique and has different rules, events and programmes.
  • Some members of the A-team are selected to represent the school at future galas depending on the swimming items and programme of the specific gala.
  • Eversdal takes part in several invitational galas every year.
  • Our school hosts an annual School Gala, where several neighbouring schools participate.
  • Information regarding match opportunities and team lists will be communicated during the week through the Eversdal App by the Sport Office.
  • Parents must respond on the App to notify the office of the player’s availability.
  • Swimming attire for galas: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy
Alex Wilson
Brigette Ehlers

SWIMMING COACHES 2025

u/10 – u/13 navrae Graeme Murphy gmurphy@eversdal.org.za (Senior Head of Swimming)

COACHE-mail
Gerda Cardosogcardoso@eversdal.org.za
Karla Huysamenksnyman@eversdal.org.za
Maricia van der Lindenmvanderlinden@eversdal.org.za
Ronell van Wyngaardtrvwyngaardt@eversdal.org.za
Adri Badenhorstavdmerwe@eversdal.org.za
Lizelle vd Merwelvdmerwe@eversdal.org.za
Suzanne Maraissmarais@eversdal.org.za
Michelle Strydommstrydom@eversdal.org.za
Riëtte Coetzeeriettecoetzee@eversdal.org.za
Alex Wilson–
Brigette Ehlers–

SWIMMING FIXTURES 2025

DATEEVENTVENUE
   
   
  

Cricket

Cricket at Eversdal Primary School is a cherished tradition. The school’s cricket programme provides students with opportunities to develop their skills, foster teamwork, and cultivate a love for the game. Led by experienced coaches and supported by dedicated staff, the cricket programme offers comprehensive training and development for players of all skill levels.

Cricket general information

  • The cricket season takes place during the 1st and 4th terms.
  • All players are to attend practice sessions in their Evergym attire.
  • The school has full kits available for each team, which the boys may use during a match, however, the boys must have their own “box” (abdomen guard).
  • Eversdal takes part in several invitational tournaments during the year.
  • If a player participates in two summer sports, he must attend as many practices as possible.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times. 

Team selection

  • The coaches select all teams according to the abilities of the players.
  • Practice sessionswill be used to evaluate players for team selections.

Match information

  • Matches are played during the week.
  • Tournaments mainly take place on weekends.
  • We take part in various tournaments and aim to provide matches for all our teams.
  • Information regarding match opportunities and team lists will be communicated during the week through the Eversdal App by the Sport Office.
  • Parents must respond on the App to notify the office of the player’s availability.
  • Match Day Attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy
  • u/7 – u/9 Matches are usually 8 overs per innings (mini-cricket rules apply).
  • u/10 Matches are usually 15 – 20 overs per innings.  
  • u/11 Matches are usually 15 – 20 overs per innings.  
  • u/13 Matches are usually 20 – 25 overs per innings.

Sickness and Injury policy

  • If a player misses one match due to sickness or injury and he can prove his/her fitness during the week, he can remain in the same team.
  • If a player misses more than one match due to injury or sickness, the player will return to a lower rank team unless the player can prove their recovery is successful. This player must prove himself during a training session and will then be assessed to return to his original team.

CRICKET COACHES 2025

Nico Aldrich naldrich@eversdal.org.za (Head of Cricket)

COACH

u/7 – Josh du Plessis (Head of age group), Amrin Cupido, Matthew Potgieter, Lianca Malan, Francois Hesse, Michael van Dalen, Bianca Laubscher & Franko Delport

u/8 – Abé Hanekom (Head of age group), Daniel du Plessis, Cobus van Graan, Jaco Swart, Julian Hector, Ethan Murray, Ethan Paulsen, Rogan Maniers & 
O’Neill Feast
u/9 – Ian Rheeder (Head of age group), Abé Hanekom, Cobus van Graan, Jaco Swart, Julian Hector, Ethan Paulsen & Walter Botha
u/10 – Walter Venter (Head of age group), George Fritz, Daniel du Plessis, Matthew Potgieter, Julian Hector & Rogan Maniers
u/11 – Nico van Rooyen (Head of age group), Nico van Rooyen, Ian Rheeder & Francois Hesse
u/13 – Lee Joseph (Head of age group), Nico Aldrich, Brenfitt Muggel, Sias Meyer, Josh du Plessis, O’Neill Feast & Cobus van Graan

MINI CRICKET FIXTURES 2025
TEAM DATE OPPONENT HOME/AWAY
u/7 – u/9 13 February 2025 Bastion TBC
u/7 – u/9 20 February 2025 Gene Louw TBC
u/7 – u/9 27 February 2025 Welgemoed TBC

u/10 FIXTURES 2025
TEAM DATE OPPONENT HOME/AWAY
All u/10 teams 3 February 2025 Bastion TBC
All u/10 teams 10 February 2025 Panorama TBC
All u/10 teams 17 February 2025 Kenridge TBC
All u/10 teams 24 February 2025 Durbanville TBC
All u/10 teams 3 March 2025 BYE –

u/11 FIXTURES 2025
TEAM DATE OPPONENT HOME/AWAY
All u/11 teams 5 February 2025 Bastion TBC
All u/11 teams 12 February 2025 Panorama TBC
All u/11 teams 19 February 2025 Kenridge TBC
All u/11 teams 26 February 2025 Durbanville TBC
All u/11 teams 5 March 2025 BYE –

u/13 FIXTURES 2025
TEAM DATE OPPONENT HOME/AWAY
All u/13 teams 6 February 2025 Bastion TBC
All u/13 teams 13 February 2025 Panorama TBC
All u/13 teams 20 February 2025 Kenridge TBC
All u/13 teams 27 February 2025 Durbanville TBC
All u/13 teams 6 March 2025 BYE –

Rugby

We strive to create an environment in which our learners can enjoy rugby and where good sportsmanship thrives. We observe fair play both on and off the field and are humble in victory and dignified in defeat.  We play to win, but not at all costs, and recognise both participation and achievement.

Rugby general information

  • The rugby season starts at the end of the first term and ends in September, during the third term.
  • All players practice in rugby shorts or Evergym shorts and any T-shirt/rugby jersey.
  • If a player participates in two winter sports, he must attend as many practices as possible.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times. 

Team selection

  • The coaches select all teams according to the abilities of the players.
  • Practice sessions will be used to evaluate players for team selections.

Matches

  • Matches are on Saturday mornings except for one or two matches during the week.
  • Information regarding match opportunities and team lists will be communicated during the week through the Eversdal App by the Sport Office.
  • Parents must respond on the App to notify the office of the player’s availability.
  • Match Day Attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy

Sickness and Injury policy

  • If a player misses one match due to sickness or injury and he can prove his fitness during the week, he can remain in the same team.
  • If a player misses more than one match due to injury or sickness, the player will return to a lower rank team unless the player can prove their recovery is successful. This player must prove himself during a training session and will then be assessed to return to his original team.

RUGBY COACHES 2025

Head of Rugby – Mr Lee Joseph: ljoseph@eversdal.org.za

TeamCoach
u/7AJosh du Plessis (Head of age group)
u/7BAbé Hanekom
u/7CIan Rheeder
u/7DWalter Botha
u/7ERogan Maniers
u/7FFrancois Hesse
u/7GRyan Wiles
u/7HRoché Louw
  
u/8AAbé Hanekom (Head of age group)
u/8BDaniel du Plessis
u/8CMatthew Potgieter
u/8DMichael van Dalen
u/8EEthan Paulsen
u/8FO’Neill Feast
u/8GWalter Botha
u/8HJaco Swart
  
u/9AWalter Venter (Head of age group)
u/9BSias Meyer
u/9CIan Rheeder
u/9DJaco Swart
u/9ECobus v. Graan
u/9FFrancois Hesse
u/9GMichael van Dalen
u/9HRogan Maniers
  
u/10AConrad Ackerman & William Immelman
u/10BDaniel du Plessis & Brenfitt Muggel (Head of age group)
u/10CAbé Hanekom & Josh du Plessis
u/10D/EMatthew Potgieter, Walter Botha & Ryan Wiles
  
u/11ALee Joseph & Nico Aldrich (Head of age group)
u/11BDaniel du Plessis & Walter Venter
u/11CHernu Redelinghuys & Sias Meyer
u/11D/EIan Rheeder, Ryan Wiles & Michael van Dalen
  
u/13AGeorge Fritz, Gerrie van Dalen & Michael Van Dalen
u/13BWilliam Immelman & Nico Aldrich
u/13CArno Pienaar & Conrad Ackerman (Head of age group)
u/13DJosh du Plessis, Francois Hesse & Ryan Wiles

RUGBY FIXTURES 2025

DATEOPPONENTHOME/AWAY
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Hockey

We are proud of our dynamic and successful hockey programme that welcomes players of all ages and skill levels. With experienced coaches and modern facilities, we strive to develop each player’s potential and foster a love for the sport. Eversdal hockey focuses on teamwork, discipline, and the development of lifelong skills, whilst we also strongly compete in our Durbell league and other local competitions. Come and experience the excitement and camaraderie of Eversdal Primary School hockey!

Hockey general information

  • The hockey season starts at the end of the first term and ends in September, during the third term.
  • All players are to attend practice sessions in their Evergym attire, socks, shin guards and tekkies or hockey shoes with a soft sole, suitable for artificial turf. No soccer or rugby togs will be allowed.
  • Players need a hockey stick, shin guards and a mouth guard. The coaches/school will provide practice balls.
  • Goalie kits are available at school and will be managed by the coaches.
  • If a player participates in two winter sports, he must attend as many practices as possible.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times.

Team selection

  • The coaches select all teams according to the abilities of the players.
  • Practice sessions will be used to evaluate players for team selections.

Match information

  • League matches are played during the week, usually on a Thursday.
  • Tournaments and sport days mainly takes place on weekends (Fridays and Saturdays).
  • We take part in various tournaments and aim to provide matches for all our teams.
  • Information regarding match opportunities and team lists will be communicated during the week through the Eversdal App by the Sport Office.
  • Parents must respond on the App to notify the office of the player’s availability.
  • Match Day Attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy
  • u/7 – u/10 Matches are played on a ¼ field with 10 minute halves. Teams consist of 6 players.
  • u/11 Matches are played on a ½ field with 15 minute halves. Teams consist of 8 players.
  • u/13 Matches are played on a full field with 20 minute halves. Teams consist of 11 players.
  • u/13A Matches are played on a full field and might play 25 minute halves in some cases.

Sickness and Injury policy

  • If a player misses one match due to sickness or injury and he/she can prove his/her fitness during the week, he/she can remain in the same team.
  • If a player misses more than one match due to injury or sickness, the player will return to a lower rank team unless the player can prove their recovery is successful. This player must prove himself during a training session and will then be assessed to return to his original team.

HOCKEY COACHES 2025

Hockey enquiries: lconradie@eversdal.org.za

SpanAfrigter
u/7 GirlsJean-Mari Wiid
  
  
  
  
  
  
u/8 GirlsDete Schutte
  
  
  
  
  
u/9 GirlsRozanne Pearton
  
  
  
  
  
u/10 GirlsCatherine le Roux
  
  
  
  
  
u/11 GirlsTanika Engelbrecht
  
  
  
  
  
u/13 GirlsLouise Conradie
  
  
  
  
  
  
u/7 BoysGerda Cardosa
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
u/8 BoysSuzanne Marais
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
u/9 BoysLizelle van der Merwe
  
  
  
  
u/10 BoysNico van Rooyen
  
  
  
  
  
u/11 BoysMaricia van der Linden
  
  
  
  
u/13 BoysGraeme Murphy
  
  
  
  
 

HOKKIEBEPALINGS  KWARTAAL 2025

DATUMAKTIWITEITTUIS/WEG
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

PREMIER SIDES MIGHT PLAY LEAGUE MATCHES ON AN ALTERNATIVE DATE . THIS WILL BE COMMUNICATED IN ADVANCE

Netball

Netball instills important values such as teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. At our school, we strive to cultivate learners who embody sportsmanship and an unwavering spirit. Through netball, students learn the importance of giving their all, regardless of the game’s outcome. Winning or losing becomes secondary to the commitment and effort they invest in every match. This sport not only enhances physical fitness but also nurtures character, ensuring our learners grow into resilient individuals who appreciate the true essence of dedication and fair play.

Netball general information

  • The netball season starts at the end of the first term and ends in September, during the third term.
  • All players to attend practice sessions in their Evergym attire.
  • If a player participates in two winter sports, he must attend as many practices as possible.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times. 

Team selection

  • League matches are played during the week, usually on a Wednesday.
  • Tournaments and sport days mainly takes place on weekends.
  • We take part in various tournaments and aim to provide matches for all our teams.
  • Information regarding match opportunities and team lists will be communicated during the week through the Eversdal App by the Sport Office.
  • Parents must respond on the App to notify the office of the player’s availability.
  • Match Day Attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy

Sickness and injury policy

  • If a player misses one match due to sickness or injury and she can prove her fitness during the week, she can remain in the same team.
  • If a player misses more than one match due to injury or sickness, the player will return to a lower rank team unless the player can prove their recovery is successful. This player must prove himself during a training session and will then be assessed to return to his original team.

NETBALL COACHES 2025

Head of netball: Miss Amori Koegelenberg – akoegelenberg@eversdal.org.za
COACHES
u/7 – Kaylee de Klerk (Head of age group)
u/8 – Karla Huysamen (Head of age group)
u/9 – Ronell van Wyngaardt (Head of age group)
u/10 – Marli van Rensburg (Head of age group)
u/11 – Amori Koegelenberg (Head of age group)
u/12 – Maryke Groenewald (Head of age group)
u/13 – Abeline Olivier Laubscher (Head of age group)

NETBALL FIXTURES & TOURNAMENTS 2025

DATEEVENTHOME/AWAY
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Cross Country

Cross-country running is a challenging and exhilarating sport that combines endurance, strategy, and a connection with nature. Typically conducted over varied terrains, cross country offers a unique test of a runner’s stamina and mental fortitude.

 

At Eversdal we motivate our learners to give their very best whilst still practicing good sportsmanship. We welcome any learner. Whether you are joining us for fitness or interested in participating in cross-country events. We train together as a team!

Cross Country general information

  • Even though Cross Country season only starts in terms 2 and 3, athletes can train throughout the year.
  • In terms 1 and 4, learners train with middle distance athletes.
  • Cross Country practices are open for any athlete (u7 – u14) to partake in.
  • All athletes to attend practice sessions in their Evergym attire.
  • Sport shoes must be worn.
  • Exercises take place at Eversdal Primary School or in the Eversdal Trim Park in Kendal Road.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times. 

Competitions and Qualifying criteria

  • Athletes take part in their Evergym attire. 
  • Learners (u/9 – u/14) who can complete the expected distance are encouraged to participate in the competitions.
  • Distances per age group are:

–        u/9:     2km
–        u/10:   2km
–        u/11:   3km
–        u/12:   3km
–        u/13:   Girls – 3km
–        u/13:   Boys – 4km
–        u/14:   4km

  • Competitions take place on Fridays at various locations.
  • Primary Schools will have 7 Leagues of which they have to run 6 leagues to qualify for the sub-zonal championship. Athletes must run 6 of the 7 leagues excluding the sub-zonal championship. All athletes must run in the sub-championship to qualify for the zonal team. Only sub-zonal teams will run in the zonal championship. This is subject to change based on the Cross Country season information. 
  • Competition attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy

CROSS-COUNTRY COACHES 2025

Head of Cross-Country

Mr William Immelman: wimmelman@eversdal.org.za

Coaches

Suan Blaauw: sblaauw@eversdal.org.za

Tanika Engelbrecht: tengelbrecht@eversdal.org.za

CROSS-COUNTRY FIXTURES 2025

TERM 2LEAGUEEVENT VENUE
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Chess

Chess at Eversdal Primary School is not just a game; it’s a strategic pursuit that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and cognitive development among students. As a popular extracurricular activity, chess enjoys a dedicated following among students of all ages at the school.

Led by passionate teachers or experienced coaches, the chess program at Eversdal Primary School offers students the opportunity to learn and master the intricacies of the game.

Chess general information

  • Both girls and boys can participate in chess, a summer and winter sport.
  • School uniform or civvies may be worn for practices.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme (available on the website and App), for practice times.

Team selection

  • Eversdal Chess Trials are hosted at the end of Term 1. Players are invited to participate, and the teams are selected from the results.
  • There are 3 teams: u/9, u/11 and u/13.
  • A team consist of 6 players.
  • Players are chosen in 3 groups:
    • The match playing team is ranked no. 1 – 6. They attend the practice sessions as outlined in the Extra-Mural Program.
    • The reserve group are ranked as no. 7 – 10.
    • The remainder of the players are the development group.

Match information

Match attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy 

  • Eversdal Primary School Chess teams take part in the WP Schools Chess League annually. This takes place in the second and third terms.
  • Eversdal Primary School hosts an annual Eversdal Chess Day. This day is exclusively for Eversdal learners (anyone can participate).
  • An annual Eversdal Chess Tournament will be hosted at least once a year. Chess teams from invited schools will participate.
  • Team letters are sent by the sport office via the App.  Please respond promptly to inform the office of the availability of the player.

CHESS COACHES 2025

Head of Chess: Mrs R. Prins – rprins@eversdal.org.za

COACH

Calvin Klaasen, (Fide Master (FM) and Fide Trainer (FT))

Teachers:

Sonja Greyling & Reneè Prins

CHESS FIXTURES 2025

DATEEVENTHOME/AWAY
11 March 2025u/9 Trials (Gr 1, 2 & 3)Eversdal
15 March 2025Ever Chess Day Eversdal
18 March 2025u/11 Trials (Gr 4 & 5)Eversdal
25 March 2025u/13 Trials (Gr 6 & 7)Eversdal
   

Tennis

At Eversdal Primary School, we offer tennis opportunities for all ages, allowing students to experience and enjoy the sport.  Tennis helps young children develop hand-eye co-ordination, as they learn to track and hit the ball with accuracy. It also improves agility and footwork, as players move quickly around the court to respond to different shots.

Tennis general information

  • Tennis is a summer sport and takes place during the 1st and 4th terms.
  • All players are to attend practice sessions in their Evergym attire.
  • If a team player participates in two summer sports, he/she must attend as many practices as possible.
  • Please consult the extra-mural programme, for practice times. 

Team selection

  • Teams are determined at the end of the year, based on the rankings, after the tennis trials.
  • Players participating in these trials must be able to keep their own score and serve.
  • This ranking is used in the first term, of the following year.
  • During the third term, there will be a knockout tournament that will determine the rankings for the 4th term.

Procedure – Challenge for ranking/position

After the third league matches, in the first term, a player can challenge another player who is one position above him/her.  If he/she wins, he/she moves into this player’s position and the other player moves down one position.  When a player wants to challenge, he/she must first notify the head of tennis.  A tennis coach will supervise these challenges.

  • A player playing in a higher ranking must play a league match in that position before the player may challenge a player in a higher ranking.
  • No challenge is allowed after the last league matches in the first term.
  • The challenger replaces the person he/she has challenged on the ranking list if he/she is not available twice.
  • The challenge match is decided out of the best of 6 games for u/13 A and B teams (6/0 or 6/3 or 6/5 tiebreak, etc.) and best of 4 games (4/2 or 4/3) for everyone else.
  • After the second league matches, in the fourth term, a player can challenge another player who is one position above him/her. If he/she wins, he/she moves into this player’s position and the other player moves down one position.  When a player wants to challenge, he/she must first notify the head of tennis.  A tennis coach will supervise these challenges.
  • Players who are not on the ranking list and would like to challenge can be placed at the bottom of the ranking list and start challenging players.
  • Matches outside school tennis (for example WP trials, Tennis clubs, Wilson tournament or any other tournament will NOT count for the ranking list). 

Match information

  • Match Day Attire: Refer to Eversdal Clothing Policy
  • u/11 and u/13 Tennis leagues are played during the week. It involves singles as well as doubles matches.
  • These matches take place at various venues and players must make use of their own transport.
  • Eversdal also takes part in various tournaments, which are mostly on weekends.
  • Information regarding match opportunities and team lists will be communicated during the week through the Eversdal App by the Sport Office.

Sickness and injury

  • If a player is injured or ill and is not available for the relevant league match, the players will move up according to the rankings, if the coach was notified in advance.

TENNIS COACHES 2025
HEAD OF TENNIS: Hernu Redelinghuys

COACHE-mail
Hernu Redelinghuyshredelinghuys@eversdal.org.za
Mrs Jean-Mari Wiidjwiid@eversdal.org.za
Lianca Malanlmalan@eversdal.org.za
Maryke Groenewaldmgroenewald@eversdal.org.za
Roché Louwrlouw@eversdal.org.za
Micaela Smitmsmit@eversdal.org.za
Kaylee de Klerkkdeklerk@eversdal.org.za
Jean-Mari Wiidjwiid@eversdal.org.za
Ashely WilesAwiles@eversdal.org.za
Nadine Lewisnlewis@eversdal.org.za
Erik van Renssen–
Marli van Rensburgmvanrensburg@eversdal.org.za

TENNIS FIXTURES 2025

TEAMDATEOPPONENTVENUE
U/11A Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 12 February 2025DurbanvilleAway
 19 February 2025van RiebeeckstrandHome
 26 February 2025MikroHome
 5 March 2025Curro DvilleAway
    
    
U/11B Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 12 February 2025DurbanvilleAway
 19 February 2025Van RiebeeckstrandHome
 26 February 2025BrackenfellAway
 5 March 2025WelgemoedAway
    
    
U/11C Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 12 February 2025DurbanvilleAway
 19 February 2025MikroHome
 26 February 2025BrackenfellAway
 5 March 2025WelgemoedHome
    
    
U/11D Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 12 February 2025PanoramaAway
 19 February 2025BellparkAway
 26 February 2025Curro BfellHome
 5 March 2025WelgemoedAway
    
    
U/11A Girls5 February 2025DurbanvilleAway
 12 February 2025WelgemoedHome
 19 February 2025ByeBye
 26 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 5 March 2025KenridgeHome
    
    
U/11B Girls5 February 2025DurbanvilleAway
 12 February 2025WelgemoedHome
  19 February 2025MikroAway
 26 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 5 March 2025KenridgeHome
U/11C Girls5 February 2025BrackenfellAway
 12 February 2025WelgemoedHome
 19 February 2025MikroAway
 26 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 5 March 2025ReddamHome
    
    
U/13A Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwAway
 12 February 2025DurbanvilleHome
 19 February 2025Van RiebeeckstrandAway
 26 February 2025PanoramaAway
 5 March 2025WelgemoedHome
    
    
U/13B Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwAway
 12 February 2025DurbanvilleHome
 19 February 2025van RiebeeckstrandAway
 26 February 2025BrackenfellHome
 5 March 2025WelgemoedHome
    
    
U/13C Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwAway
 12 February 2025DurbanvilleHome
 19 February 2025ReddamAway
 26 February 2025BrackenfellHome
 5 March 2025WelgemoedHome
    
    
U/13D Boys5 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 12 February 2025DurbanvilleAway
 19 February 2025ReddamHome
 26 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 5 March 2025WelgemoedAway
    
U/13A Girls5 February 2025KenridgeHome
 12 February 2025Gene LouwAway
 19 February 2025WelgemoedHome
 26 February 2025ByeBye
 5 March 2025DurbanvilleHome
U/13B Girls5 February 2025KenridgeHome
 12 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 19 February 2025WelgemoedHome
 26 February 2025BrackenfellHome
 5 March 2025DurbanvilleAway
U/13C Girls5 February 2025PanoramaHome
 12 February 2025Gene LouwHome
 19 February 2025ReddamHome
 26 February 2025BostonAway
 5 March 2025ReddamHome
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

Mountain Biking

Mountain biking at Eversdal Primary School is one of our official school sports.  All learners are welcome.  It is a challenging sport that requires physical fitness and technical skills, as it takes place on nature trails.

Mountain biking practices will take place every Wednesday at Bloemendal, not on the school grounds. This sport will help learners improve their endurance, balance, and technical cycling skills.

Learners will be assessed according to their skills level and not age, and put into groups with other learners that match their abilities.

Mountain Biking

Home – Schools Cycling South Africa

Age groups for school leagues

  • Sub Nippers – 7 and 8
  • Nippers – 9 and 10
  • Sprogs – 11 and 12
  • Sub Juniors – 13 and 14

A rider’s category is determined by his or her age on 31 December of the current year.

MUNTAIN BIKING COACHES 2025
HEAD OF MOUNTAIN BIKING: 

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MOUNTAIN BIKING FIXTURES 2025

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