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11) SPORT RESULTS RUGBY - Boland Landbou School Mutual & Federal Agri Rugby Day This tournament was held at Boland Landbou School in the lovely countryside of Agter-Paarl, with spectacular views. Fairmont played the first game against Langenhoven Gimnasium, Oudsthoorn. What a cracker of an opener with the game being played at great pace and determination. Our opponents were too strong for us and Fairmont unfortunately went down 3 tries to none. The morale was a bit low but, after a good team talk, the boys overcame the defeat and were ready to move on. Our last game was played against Paulus Joubert, Paarl. The boys understood the seriousness of this game and, with good warm-up exercises, began to prepare themselves for their last game of the day. A real spirited effort was unfolding with Paulus Joubert having a backline that was quick and fancy. Fairmont’s game plan was to take it on upfront and be patient before unleashing their backs. The battle was immense and the boys shifted up a gear to front up to this tough opposition. When the end whistle blew, Fairmont walked off the field scoring 3 tries and the opponents none. I would like to congratulate every player for the manner in which they played, with true sportsmanship on and off the field. A big thank you to our parents for their support; we can look forward to a very exciting 2016 season. Mr “Ou Pappa Bear” Cronje