Springbok Women’s Sevens Finish Ninth in Valladolid After Beating Brazil 19-12
Back-to-back wins and a ninth-place finish for the Springbok Women’s Sevens at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Valladolid, with tries from Ayanda Malinga, Maceala Samboya and captain Zintle Mpupha sealing a 19-12 victory over Brazil on Sunday.
Brave Springbok Women’s Sevens Face Must-Win Fiji Clash After Narrow Defeats on Day 1 in Valladolid
Despite two narrow defeats to Australia and the USA, the Springbok Women’s Sevens showed tremendous spirit and improvement on Day 1 of the HSBC SVNS World Championship, and face a must-win pool match against Fiji on Saturday.
A Confident Springbok Women’s Sevens Prepared for the HSBC SVNS World Champs in Spain
With key players back from injury and a full preparation block behind them, captain Zintle Mpupha leads a confident Springbok Women’s Sevens against Australia, USA and Fiji in Pool B at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Valladolid, Spain, this weekend.
Proteas Women Confirm 15-Player Squad for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales
Captain Laura Wolvaardt will lead a 15-player Proteas Women squad at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales on Saturday 13 June, with fast bowler Shabnim Ismail returning as South Africa chase their first-ever world title.
National Honours and Provincial Bragging Rights at Stake in Alberton
Junior Springbok Women selection beckons as 14 provincial sides take to the field at Alberton Rugby Club for the 2026 U20 Women’s Week, with defending champions Western Province opening their title defence against the Free State on day one in Tier One action.
South Africa Women Face Top-Ten Trio in Pool D at FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
South Africa’s women have been drawn into Pool D at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, where they will face world number four China, world number six England, and world number nine India in the group stage at the Wagener Stadium in Amsterdam from 15 August.
How She Moves Rugby is Advocating for Sustainable Careers for Springbok Women
She Moves Rugby founder Monya Greyvenstein is advocating for sustainable careers and fair pay for Springbok Women, proving that women’s sport is not underfunded but underestimated by decision-makers.
Ellis Park and Loftus to Host Landmark Springbok Women Series Against USA
In a historic first, the Springbok Women are set to host the USA in July 2026 for a two-Test series in Johannesburg and Pretoria, appearing in double-headers with the men’s Springboks as they intensify their high-intensity World Cup cycle preparations
Proteas Women to Host India in Crucial T20I Series Ahead of World Cup
Cricket South Africa has confirmed a five-match T20I series against India from 17–27 April 2026 in Durban, Johannesburg, and Benoni, providing the Proteas Women with a world-class final test before the T20 World Cup
Proteas Captain Laura Wolvaardt Set to Dominate the Global Stage in 2026
Proteas captain and world-leading ODI batter Laura Wolvaardt enters 2026 in peak form following a stellar 2025, which she credits to a matured tactical mindset and international experience that have enhanced her impact ahead of the T20 World Cup
How Elite South African Athletes are Chasing Excellence for a Historic 2026
From water polo pools to the powerlifting platform and the esports arena, South African athletes Esihle Zondo, Lindiwe Mchunu, and Jayna Bhula are geared for an exceptional 2026 as they pursue world-class achievements.
South African Trailblazers Share Aspirations for the Future of Women’s Sport in 2026
As 2026 kicks off, South African sports trailblazers are calling for a year of resilience, purpose, and vigour to empower the next generation of role models and ensure that progress for women in sport remains at the forefront of the industry.