Randfontein’s first team crowned Lion Club champs

Randfontein Rugby Club’s first team can now add the Lions Club Challenge title to their trophy cabinet after beating Raiders 45-13 in the final.

The Greenhills Sport Stadium was a hive of activity on Saturday, March 25, as Randfontein Rugby Club hosted four finals of this year’s inaugural Lions Club Challenge.

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Speaking to the Herald in an interview, Randfontein Rugby Club director of Rugby Hennie van Eck said people came out in their numbers to support the tournament.

“It was very nice to see a lot of support. The stadium was nearly full and it was great to see. We also held a moment of silence following the passing of Leon Hefer, a famous businessman in town.”

Lulu Kleyn, Randfontein Rugby Club manager added, “We all at Randfontein Rugby Club are very proud of every player that participated in the Lions Club Challenge. It was a great exercise experience before the league starts in April. It feels wonderful to have claimed another trophy for the Club. We plan to have the tournament again in 2024 and then we would like to take it all.”

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Randfontein’s second team, however, fell short by six points with a 16-10 defeat to Raiders while Randfontein’s U21 side came agonisingly close to losing 10-7 against Krugersdorp rivals, Khosa.

Morne Piater and Brandan Rieck were nominated Players of the Tournament while Randfontein Rugby Club’s first team captain Rudi Marx was nominated man of the match.

Other results on the day:

• Third team: Randfontein 18–20 Raiders (friendly match)