Hoërskool Vryburger High School’s rugby team punched their ticket to the Lion League finals at an away match against Carleton Jones High School.

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The Dawnview side secured their place in the finals when they defeated their rivals 12-5 on June 23.

One of the coaches Fana Moyo said the team’s recent success was a great comeback to the rugby field considering they were not competing for the past four years.

“We had a tough game because we had to come from behind to win the game.

“They scored first and that added pressure on the team,” said Moyo.

“Our boys showed character and dominated the match to secure victory,” he said.

“Our boys never had it easy with away games. The finals will also be an away game.”

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The junior team played against Marist Brothers Linmeyer School and lost 17-7.

The Vryburger senior team will face Marist Brothers Linmeyer School at the finals a week after the schools re-open.