Nina Bam
Academic Honours Distinction
Sebastian Walker Provincial Athletics
Ovayo Satyi Principals Award
Sibulele Kentane Victrix Laudorum, Provincial Netball, Provincial Athletics
Thabelani Metu Sports Honours Hockey, Sportsperson of the year
Okuhle Booi Johnson Floating Trophy, Libera Floating Trophy for Perseverance
Senza Kerr 1st in Grade 8
Sarah Jackson Interact President
Teo Bosazza Victor Laudorum, Provincial Mountainbiking
Tiaan Potgieter 3rd Steam Award
Alex McQuirk Provincial Rugby
Cameron Heaton Provincial Archery
Bulelwa Kubheka Provincial Cricket
Erin Lutzke Academic Honours
Hannah-Page vd Merwe Sports Honours Dancing
Benji Muller Academic Honours Senior Dux 1st in Grade 12
Ella Burger 1st in Grade 9
Bumnandi Sele 1st Steam Award Ethan De Jager Provincial Archery
Jaime Manthe Provincial Angling
Juan vd Merwe Media Honours, Senior Good Fellowship & Courtesy Award
Khanyi Aliber 1st in Grade 11 2nd Steam Award
Kara Freitag Provincial Equestrian
Lily Mellin Provincial Surfing
Nastasja Bremer Adventure Leadership Award
Julia Sutton Provincial Equestrian
Kylie Holmes 1st in Grade 10
Kate Page Interactor of the year Award
Mzi Faku Junior Good Fellowship & Courtesy Award
It marks the first World Cup to take place in an Arab nation and only the second to be held in Asia after World Cup 2002, which was hosted in Japan and South Korea. This will also be the first time that the event will take place this late during the year, due to the extreme summer climate in Qatar.
The 2022 edition of the competition would be the first-ever winter World Cup, if considered from the northern hemisphere. The World Cup usually takes place in mid-year but when it came to Qatar, an exception just had to be thrown.
As per an estimate, Qatar is spending a whopping $200 billion on infrastructure projects. That’s nearly 10x more than the next most expensive World Cups, Brazil (£11.6 billion) and Russia (£14.2 billion). This is partly because Qatar is building seven brand new stadiums from scratch. It’s also nearly 64x the $3.5 billion South Africa invested in its World Cup. This will make the upcoming event one of the most expensive World Cups in the history of the game.
Only eight stadiums have been lined up by Qatar to host the World Cup which is the lowest number of venues for the World Cup in recent years. In fact, out of all the eight venues selected to host the tournament, only one got revamped completely while seven are being newly constructed in the country.
As per an estimate, the Qatar FIFA 2022 World Cup may well end up receiving a record number of visitors by the time the tournament comes to an end. The country
expects to welcome the largest influx of over 1 million international spectators . It’s estimated that 1,300 incoming flights will land in the country daily throughout the competition. The reason behind this is easy to grasp. Being one of the finest countries in the Middle East, Qatar’s convenient geographic location makes it lie in close proximity to most nations.
Qatar is a small country. It is, in fact, way smaller than the host of the World Cup 2018, Russia. Since the size of the country is so small, commuting from one place to another here is not a big hassle. Host cities like Doha, Lusail, Al Wakrah, and Al Rayyan are located in close proximity to each other. Hence, moving from one venue to the other wouldn’t be a big hassle for travelers. Another interesting fact is the two most remote stadiums of Qatar -- Al Bayt and Al Wakrah -- are only 90 miles apart.
One of the most important points to note about the host nation for FIFA 2022 is the fact that Qatar receives distressingly high temperatures during day times. To tackle the issue, Qatar came up with an audacious solution. For the first time ever, a country is set to host the FIFA World Cup in fully air-conditioned stadiums. All eight venues in Qatar will be fully airconditioned, providing a comfortable viewing experience to fans while making the conditions good enough for players
to perform on the pitch. That translates to roughly 43,560 household air conditioners per stadium or a whole lot of industrial fans.
Not only will Qatar be the first-ever Middle Eastern nation to host the FIFA World Cup in 2022, but it will also be only the second time when the prestigious competition takes centre stage in Asia. The first time it happened was in 2002 when Japan and South Korea co-hosted the FIFA event for the first time in Asia.
Source: www.thedailystar.net, www.firstmats.co.uk
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FIFA announced the official soundtrack for the World Cup earlier this year.
It includes three massive tracks — “Hayya Hayya (Better Together),” “Arhbo” and “Light the Sky” — that will dominate the airwaves during the world’s biggest soccer tournament.
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The Stirling Primary boys did a fabulous job in Cape Town at the Annual SACS tournament where they placed 16th. It was a wonderful experience with great exposure to some of the best water polo teams in the country. They learnt so much, had lots of fun and gave their very best.
The boys and girls A tennis teams took part in a tournament in Graaff-Reinet. Great tennis was played and many new friends were made. Our boys placed first and our girls second.
Proud Medal and Trophy award winners from Stirling Primary.
Our under 13 cricket boys travelled to Gqeberha where they played in the Westering T20 Tournament. Their first game went really well and they beat the host school by 31 runs. Unfortunately, the games on Saturday were called
Boys Team Girls Team
Eisteddfod award winners Boys Waterpolo team
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At the BCMPA prize giving, Hudson Park athletes won the following awards:
• u.9 Boys Biathle Athlete of the Year - Zinda Ngcangisa
• u.11 Boys Biathle Athlete of the Year - Jeandre Wessels
• u.13 Boys Biathle Athlete of the Year - Tiaan Wessels
• u.13 Boys Triathle Athlete of the Year - Bradley Victor
• u.13 Girls Triathle Athlete of the Year - Leah Smith
Hudson Park Primary is very proud of our Grade 4 - 7 Maths Academy Olympiad certificate winners. In the Conquesta Olympiad, we received 17 Platinum awards (85% and higher) and Hudson Park was awarded a Diamond Award (school average of 84%). In the South African Maths Challenge Olympiad, we received 36 Round 2 certificates and Mishay Rama, was selected to write Round 3. Hudson is proud of the 13 boys and girls who made it into the Border U13 Water Polo teams, as well as Ms Wepplemann and Mr Loock who were chosen to coach the U13A girls and U15A boys teams respectively.MAKHANDA: 129 High Street Tel: (046) 622 3549 Email: grahamstown@vanschaik.com
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Grade 12 learner who’d just finished writing her Grade 12 Preliminary Exams the week before she passed.
Sarah was a Club 13 member, meaning she had attended the Hudson Park from pre-primary right through to Grade 12. She was also a member of our prefect body, captain of the First Aid team, an avid photographer and member of the girls’ 1st water polo & girls’ 1st hockey teams. She was also an SANBS Peer Promoter, encouraging her schoolmates to donate blood. But Sarah wasn’t only deeply involved at school. Being the golden-hearted earth angel that
integral part in supporting this NPO and it’s very worthy cause. And she loved animals as much as she loved her fellow humans, raising money, collecting pet food, blankets, etc. for numerous local animal welfare organizations. Sarah was a member of the East London Port Rex Lions Cub programme and received two of the highest accolades from the programme and the organization for her work in the human and animal communities.
She spread love and light wherever she went and always had a word of encouragement for anyone
brightened the darkest of days and philanthropist of the highest order and was always willing & able to assist, no matter what the situation.
Her ‘live life to the max’ attitude inspired all that knew her to love life and live it to the fullest.
Sarah was a limited edition, ‘one of a kind’ with a heart of gold and a sunshine smile. She is survived by her parents, Michael & Melanie Kruger.
At the Grade 12 prizegiving held on the 21st of October, Sarah was posthumously awarded a number of awards:
– awarded to the pupil who has promoted
enthusiasm (Presented by Mr & Mrs JL Stonier)
Service Excellence Award – The Most Outstanding Contribution to the Pastoral Life of School (Presented by Mrs Charmaine Estment)
• Merit Trophy – To the pupil regarded as being the epitome of a true Hudsonian (Presented by the first Standard 10 Class of 1966)
In Peace, Sarah Kruger 10/02/2004 – 29/09/2022
Our cricketers have achieved excellent personal milestones. We are exceptionally proud of all of you.
Well done to our batsmen:
• Allister for scoring 89 very composed and classy runs for the u.11/A side in their match against Lilyfontein.
• Rosh for scoring 126 for the u.13/A team vs George Randell, this on the back of the two half centuries he scored earlier in the term.
• PJ for bludgeoning his way to 108* for the u.13/B team vs Voorpos u.13/A.
Not to be outdone, we say well done to the following bowlers:
• Mivuyo for taking 5/14 the u.13/B match vs Beaconhurst u.13/A
• Aya for taking a Hat Trick vs George Randell in the u.13/encounter.
The tennis team toured to Port Elizabeth. Their 1st stop was in Port Alfred where they played against Port Alfred and Jeffreys Bay. On the Saturday, they played against Clarendon Park and Lorraine Primary. It was a weekend full of tennis, a SANCOB visit, bowling as well as delicious food. So much fun was had by all.Gower Trophy for Outstanding Contribution to Music at Merrifield for outstanding contribution and commitment to Music at Merrifield - Liam Hart.
Tony and Ursula Law Science Shield awarded to the learner who, in a practical way, best displays an aptitude and curiosity for Science - Luca Bok.
The Eric and Mary Merrifield Centenary Trophy Award for Good Citizenship Awarded to a student, or group of students, who have demonstrated that they have made a significant contribution to the school and the community by virtue of selfless active citizenship and service - Fynn Tritschler.
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Headmaster’s Award, Awarded for service, leadership, and commitment to MerrifieldMegan Waechter.
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Kate Arthur Trophy for Achievement in Art for consistent achievement in, and commitment to Visual Arts - Megan Waechter. Lazola Nyamakazi Trophy for the best Drama student of the year for consistent achievement in, and commitment to Drama at Merrifield - Qiqa Penxa and Kubechosi Mazizi. Nikita Robb Trophy for College Sportswoman of the Year for achievement in sport at a high level, across a range of school sports - Abigail Connock. Trophy for College Sportsman of the Year for achievement in sport at a high level, across a range of school sports - Daniel Emslie and Adam Murray. Smulovitz Trophy for Steadfastness and Determination, Awarded for determined and steadfast application to studies and striving to succeed despite challenging circumstances - Lithemba Nabo. Jacqui Russell Astra Petentes Trophy for True Merrifield Spirit, Awarded to the student who epitomises true Merrifield Spirit, who is dedicated to Merrifield, who fosters unity and spirit amongst fellow pupilsMbutokazi Mavuso. Prizegiving 2022 - Special Awards Abigail Connock Nikita Robb Trophy Luca Bok Tony and Ursula Law Science Shield Adam Murray Pollock Trophy Daniel Emslie Pollock Trophy Liam Hart Gower Trophy Kubechosi Mazizi The Lazola Nyamakazi Trophy Mbutokazi Mavuso Jacqui Russell Astra Petentes Trophy Lithemba Nabo Cecilia Smulovitz Trophy Megan Waechter Kate Arthur Trophy and Headmaster’s Award Qiqa Penxa
Rebekah Haschick – Academic Excellence Award, Re-Award of Honours for Academic Achievement, Cycad Award for All-Round Achievement, The Elizabeth Batley Cup and Annand Book Token for English (shared), The Old Mutual Cup and Ruth-Mary McJannet Book token for History, The Wilms Cup for Visual Art, The Humanities Prize for English and History, presented by the 2001 Matric Class in memory of Leletu Lumkwana, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences, The Prestige Award presented by Miss P Rose for 3rd in Grade 12.
Jenna Viviers – Academic Excellence Award, Re-Award of Honours for Academic Achievement, Cycad Award for All-Round Achievement, The Elizabeth Batley Cup and Annand Book Token for English (shared), Ashanti Kakaza Memorial Prize for Distinction in English Olympiad, SACEE Language Challenge and work published in English Alive (shared), Principal’s Award for Excellence in Accounting, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences, The Prestige Award presented by Miss P Rose for 2nd in Grade 12.
Kirsten Fredericks – Academic Excellence Award, Re-Award of Honours for Academic Achievement, The Elizabeth Winkelman Cup & Martha Harty Book Token for Afrikaans, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Accounting, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Life Sciences, 4th in Grade 12.
Caitlin Bottcher – Principal’s Award for the painting chosen for the School Art Collection.
Nika Weiss – Academic Excellence Award, ReAward of Honours for Academic Achievement, Jacqueline Parkin Award for English Oral Work, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics, 6th in Grade 12.
Anna Lukose – Academic Excellence Award, Re-Award of Honours for Academic Achievement, The Martha Harty Cup for Physical Sciences, The Phyllis May Hare-Bowers Memorial Prize for Service to Sport (shared), The Carol Hart Trophy for English Literature. The Accounting Cup, The Gush Cup for Life Sciences, The Lesley Shearer Cup & Lownds Book Token for Mathematics, 1st in Grade 12, The DUX Award (the Lionel Murray Cup – the highest academic award in the school).
Xhanti Luke – Academic Excellence
Qualified to represent SA at the Dance Star World Competition in Croatia next year Kate van Biljon Squash: Buffalo City Club Most Improved Junior Girl Player Kajal Rama 95% IN AMESA Maths Challenge Final Round Maddison Nelson Qualified to represent SA at the Dance Star World Competition in Croatia next year Morgan Graham Eastern Cape Cycling Colours Front: Jodi Carr, Kate Booyens, Hannah Hattingh, Lily Collins, Emily Hattingh, Eva Saffy. Back: Courtney Sansom, Lucy Schwechheimer, Emily Palmer, Miss Amber McConnachie, Kayla Gous, Jodi Boettger, Kiera-Yenn Naidoo. Zoe Harper – Academic Excellence Award, Honours Award for Academic Achievement, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics, The Environmental Prize for Commitment and Dedication to the Environment, presented by the 1966 Matric Class in memory of Susan Adriaanzen (nee Lownds) (shared), Consumer Studies Prize. Award, Honours Award for Academic Achievement, Principal’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics, The Environmental Prize for Commitment and Dedication to the Environment, presented by the 1966 Matric Class in memory of Susan Adriaanzen (nee Lownds) (shared). Outgoing RCL Heads of School: Athetha Ndzima (Deputy Head), Zingce Kondlo (Head Girl), Kriya Ramjuttan (Deputy Head). Award for Maintaining a High Standard of Work, Kali Trophy for Participation and Courtesy in Music. Girls selected to represent Buffalo City (Border) at the SA Schools National Waterpolo Tournament. Virtual International Marimba and Steelpan Festival - 1st place in the category ‘In The Mix’. Clarendon Primary Marimba Band
• Courtney Stone - Da Fonseca Cup - for outstanding commitment and contribution to sport, Opperman Trophy - awarded to the girl who has achieved excellence in her chosen sport and R. Hayes award for the girls who has shown a keen spirit of sportsmanship is awarded and has embodied good sportsmanship.
• Amy Styles - Pope Cup - for the best all rounder.
• Koena Mokoena - Les Terwin Memorial Trophy - for the non-school prefect who has done the most for the school.
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• Lilitha Gulwa - The Queenswood trophy awarded in the spirit of honour before honours which was the motto of the old Queenswood School and the Non Nobis Award goes to a girl who has put service before self and has lived most nearly to the ideals and traditions of the School. She has displayed leadership, she has been steadfast and conscientious, yet she has never lost the touch of good fellowship,
Charné Barkhuizen - Joan Dent Memorial Trophy - is awarded to a girl who has made a success of her school career. Emily Roberts - Leslie Trophy and the Star In The East Lodge Prize - for academic achievement in Grades 11 and 12 and Freda Spense Award - and the Cockin Cup for the dux scholar of the school Hannah de Jongh and the Lalitha Gulwa - Shirley Cotterrel Trophy - presented to the girl who has shown Amy Styles Pope Cup Koena Mokoena Les Terwin Memorial Trophy Courtney Stone Da Fonseca Trophy, R. Hayes Award and Opperman Trophy Hannah de Jongh and Lilitha Gulwa Shirley Cotterrel Trophy Charné Barkhuizen Joan Dent Memorial Trophy Lilitha Gulwa Non Nobis Emily Roberts Dux Scholar
