Apr 19, 2025
Junior Africa Cup – Day 2 Recap | Windhoek, Namibia
South Africa U21 Women 19–0 Zambia
The South African U21 Women turned on the style with a breathtaking 19–0 win over Zambia in their second group game. It was a relentless, four-quarter masterclass that showcased both depth and discipline across the squad.
- 3 goals in the 1st quarter
- 3 more in the 2nd
- 5 in the 3rd
- An explosive 8-goal final quarter to close it out
Captain Caylin Maree led by example with four goals, while Germarie Speershott notched up a classy hat-trick. There were goals from all across the park, highlighting the team’s attacking variety:
Scorers:
Caylin Maree (4), Germarie Speershott (3), Teshawn de la Rey (2), Ntsopa Mokoena (2), Amber Fairon (2), Jodie Blows, Jenna Blaauw, Paris-Gail Isaacs, Baylee Engelke, Angele Vogel, Rea Phume
South Africa now sit comfortably at the top of the table with 6 points from 6, needing only a top-three finish to secure qualification for the FIH Junior World Cup in Chile this December.
Next Match: South Africa vs Kenya – Monday, 15:00
South Africa U21 Men 8–0 Namibia
On the men’s side, South Africa continued their goal-scoring rampage and defensive dominance with an 8-0 dismantling of hosts Namibia, who came into the match fresh off a historic first-ever win over Egypt.
South Africa, however, proved a different level.
Jayden Brooker, the SA IPT Player of the Tournament, was simply unplayable. He hammered home six goals, terrorizing the Namibian defence with precision and power, especially from penalty corners.
Brett Horn and Litha Kraai added one apiece as the South Africans became the only unbeaten men’s team with two wins from two.
Next Match: South Africa vs Zimbabwe – Monday
A win over Zimbabwe (currently second in the pool) would put South Africa in prime position to clinch one of the three coveted Junior World Cup qualification spots.
Source: sahockey.co.za
