Young rugby players inspired by their heroes at Edenvale Sports Grounds

“The support from the older Panthers was phenomenal.”

Children from the surrounding area descended on the Edenvale Sports Grounds when Golden Lions Rugby Union members helped develop players at a recent rugby clinic.

The free clinic on April 28 featured Golden Lions Rugby Union players Morne van den Berg, Travis Gordon, and captain Marius Louw.

Golden Lions Rugby Union player Morne van den Berg watches over some defensive drills.

According to the Edenvale Panthers Junior Rugby Club’s chairperson, Andrew Walker, the pre-season event went well.

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“There was a great turnout of both boys and girls. The support from the older Panthers was phenomenal,” said Walker.

He said it was a privilege to have the Lions on the field with the youngsters.

The learners from Oosterkruin, Sunnyridge, Jeppe, and Klopper Park primary schools attended.

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Besides being a day of improving and developing skills, the event was a family affair.

Some of the senior players participate in the tug of war

Walker said there was entertainment for all, ranging from tug of war to a craft station.

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