Top scorers and silverware for Reddam House Umhlanga at national football showcase
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Reddam House Umhlanga returned from the 2025 Inter-Reddam Football Tournament with an impressive haul: second place in both the U19 Boys’ and U19 Girls’ divisions, along with two of the tournament’s most prestigious individual awards. Hosted at Reddam House Ballito, the tournament brought together six Inspired Education Group schools from across South Africa. Umhlanga’s players demonstrated remarkable skill and teamwork, with Valentina Jooste claiming the Girls’ Golden Boot and Lwandle Ndlovu securing the Boys’ Golden Boot as top scorers in their respective divisions.
Executive Head Chad Moses said, “To finish second in both categories and win two major awards is a fantastic achievement — and we’re incredibly proud of every player.” The tournament celebrated not just competition but also school unity, respect, and friendship, making it a memorable weekend for all involved.
Reddam House Umhlanga Student, Arya Karshan with Wouter Oelofse, Head of College at Reddam House Ballito
Reddam House Umhlanga Student, Luke Besnard with Wouter Oelofse, Head of College at Reddam House Ballito
Reddam House Umhlanga U19 Soccer coach, Nicholas Da Silva Ferreira with Wouter Oelofse, Head of College at Reddam House Ballito
Reddam House Umhlanga Student, Onako Majeke with Wouter Oelofse, Head of College at Reddam House Ballito
Back Row: Coach – Mr Nicholas da Silva Ferreira, Joseph Els, Nkanyezi Vundla, Luke Besnard, Shahid Kazi, Shea McAlery, Onako Majeke, Zia Varachia, Tyelle Hiralal, Dhivyen Naidoo,
Front Row: Nkanyezi Ngubane, Christian da Costa, Chad Selby, Justin Peringuey, Nqubeko Xaba, Jaiden Naik
Back Row: Coach -Mr Mhlengi Mdaba, Valentina Jooste, Julia Randelhoff, Arya Karshan, Liberty Weare, Prajil Baniparsad, Taara Persadh, Thandolwethu Thusi Front Row: Aarya Misra, Nicky Dudas, Tatum Peters, Hunter Dewe, Kerralyn Forbay, Anenhlanhla Bhengu
Reddam House Umhlanga Student, Valentina Jooste with Wouter Oelofse, Head of College at Reddam House Ballito
