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🔥 ON TO THE PLAYOFFS! 🔥Congratulations to the Rhodes University Women’s Football Team for being crowned Stream A SAFA Wo...
19/10/2026

🔥 ON TO THE PLAYOFFS! 🔥

Congratulations to the Rhodes University Women’s Football Team for being crowned Stream A SAFA Women’s Regional League Champions! 🏆💜

What an incredible achievement! Their outstanding campaign has earned them an automatic place in the Playoffs, where they will face Stream B Champions, EBhayi FC, on 24 October in Gqeberha. ⚽🔥

One more battle. One more step. One more chance to redemption. 💪🏾

Come on, ladies! Let’s finish the job and bring it home! 🏆💜

💜 RU SPORTS GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY! 💜Earlier today, RU Sports donated clothing and food supplies to Eluxolweni Chil...
13/10/2026

💜 RU SPORTS GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY! 💜

Earlier today, RU Sports donated clothing and food supplies to Eluxolweni Child & Youth Care Centre as part of its continued commitment to giving back to the broader Makhanda community.

Through initiatives like these, RU Sports remains dedicated to making a positive difference beyond the sports field, spreading hope, kindness and support to those who need it most.

Together, we can continue to build a stronger, more caring community. 💜

RU Sports — More Than Just Sport!

🏆💜 HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE! 🇿🇦🔥Rhodes University Men’s Netball Captain, Bright Mkhavele, makes history as the first male s...
09/10/2026

🏆💜 HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE! 🇿🇦🔥

Rhodes University Men’s Netball Captain, Bright Mkhavele, makes history as the first male student in Rhodes University’s history to be selected to represent the South African U23 Men’s Netball Team! 👏🏽💪🏽

Bright will represent the nation at the upcoming Power Week Series, taking place from 10–15 November. 🇿🇦🏐

This remarkable achievement is a testament to his dedication, hard work, leadership, and passion for the game. You continue to raise the bar and inspire the next generation of student-athletes! 💜🔥

Well done, Bright! The Purple Army is incredibly proud of you. Go out there and make your mark! 💜🤍

🏐💜 CONGRATULATIONS, BRIGHT MKHAVELE! 🇿🇦🔥A massive congratulations to Bright Mkhavele on being selected to attend the U23...
08/10/2026

🏐💜 CONGRATULATIONS, BRIGHT MKHAVELE! 🇿🇦🔥

A massive congratulations to Bright Mkhavele on being selected to attend the U23 and Senior Netball South Africa Men’s Team Trials! 👏🏽🏆

This is an incredible and remarkable achievement, marking a historic moment as history has been made! 🌟

Your hard work, dedication, talent and commitment have earned you this well-deserved opportunity. We are incredibly proud of you, Bright, and wish you the very best at the trials as you continue to make your mark in the sport. 💪🏽🔥

Well done, Bright! Go make history! 🇿🇦💜

🎓💜 RU SPORTS BURSARY APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🏆Your future starts today! 🚀 Applications for the 2027 RU Sports Bursary...
07/10/2026

🎓💜 RU SPORTS BURSARY APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🏆

Your future starts today! 🚀 Applications for the 2027 RU Sports Bursary are officially open.

Are you a talented student-athlete looking to pursue your academic and sporting dreams at Rhodes University? Don’t miss this opportunity! 📚🏅

📝 Apply now and take the next step towards securing your future for the 2027 academic year.

⏰ Don’t wait until it’s too late — apply today!

#2027

😂🎶 POV: The workout is intense, but the playlist is INTENSER!We don’t know what song she was listening to… but judging b...
06/10/2026

😂🎶 POV: The workout is intense, but the playlist is INTENSER!

We don’t know what song she was listening to… but judging by that face, it was definitely a banger! 🔥😭

🎧 “DJ, turn it up! I’m not here to exercise, I’m here to perform!” 😂💃🏽

What song do you think was playing? 👀👇🏽

26/09/2026

💜🔥 CAPE TOWN TOUR DAY 1 RECAP! 🔥💜

It was all action, intensity and high-stakes team talks as RU Sport continued its Cape Town Tour! 🏀🎾⚽

From big moments on the court to battles on the field, our Purple Army brought the energy, passion and determination as our teams went head-to-head in another action-packed day. 💪🏽💜

🎥 Here are all the highlights and key moments from yesterday’s action! 👀🔥

The tour continues… Cape Town, we’re not done yet! 💜⚡

🏀💜 CAPE TOWN TOUR | MATCHDAY RESULTS 💜🏀It was a tough opening day in Cape Town for RU Sport, with our teams battling har...
26/09/2026

🏀💜 CAPE TOWN TOUR | MATCHDAY RESULTS 💜🏀

It was a tough opening day in Cape Town for RU Sport, with our teams battling hard against strong opposition.

🏀 Women’s Basketball
UCT 78–41 RU
A difficult opening game for our ladies, as they suffered their first defeat of the tour.

🏀 Men’s Basketball
UCT 58–62 RU
A BIG WIN FOR THE PURPLE! 💜🔥 Our men fought all the way to secure a 62–58 victory over UCT.

⚽ Men’s Football
UWC 3–1 RU
The boys went down 3–1 to UWC, marking their first defeat in Cape Town.

The results may not have all gone our way, but the Purple Army keeps pushing! 💜⚔️

More action awaits as our Cape Town Tour continues. Azishe! Let’s Go, RU! 🔥

24/09/2026

✨💜 THE RED CARPET WAS SERVING! 🏆✨

Do you want to see some of the best red-carpet moments and grand entrances from the 2026 RU Sports Awards? 👀📸

Look no further! Last night was nothing short of spectacular, with our athletes, coaches, administrators and guests arriving in style and bringing the glamour to the purple carpet. 💜🔥

From unforgettable looks to incredible entrances — the RU Sports Awards truly made a statement! ✨

24/09/2026

🏆💜 A NIGHT TO REMEMBER | RU SPORTS AWARDS 2026

From the red carpet to the roaring applause, unforgettable speeches, emotional celebrations and those special moments on stage — the RU Sports Awards 2026 was a night that celebrated the very best of Rhodes University Sport. ✨

We celebrated the athletes who pushed beyond their limits, coaches and administrators who gave their all, clubs and teams that represented the Purple with pride, and the individuals whose contributions continue to shape our sporting community.

From the announcement of our award winners to the recognition of our Colours recipients, distinguished contributors and outstanding performers, every moment told a story of dedication, sacrifice, passion and excellence. 🏅💜

But beyond the trophies and accolades, this night was about something bigger — celebrating the people who are building a legacy that will live on long after the final whistle.

📸 Relive some of the key moments from an unforgettable evening.

This is more than sport. This is our story. This is our legacy. 💜

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