DUAL DREAMS: FOUR TEAMS QUALIFY BOTH BOYS AND GIRLS FOR PHASE 2

As the field narrows ahead of the regional Phase 2 tournaments in Switch Schools SA20 Volume 2, only four schools and hubs from across the country can proudly claim a remarkable feat - both their boys’ and girls’ teams have earned a spot in Phase 2.

Middelburg Hoërskool

Gauteng / Mpumalanga Regionals | 15-16 January 2026 | St David's Marist Inanda

The only school from last year’s elite company to repeat the double is Middelburg Hoërskool. Their boys’ team returns to Phase 2 hoping to improve on last year’s campaign, but face a tough task against Central Gauteng Lions powerhouses King Edward VII School (KES) and Jeppe High School for Boys. Meanwhile, the Middies girls’ side face a more direct challenge, with a high-stakes battle against Queens High School to secure a ticket to the national finals. Their matches will unfold at St David’s Marist Inanda.

Boys Fixtures: vs KES (15 Jan, 9:30, La Valla Oval - Live on DStv Channel 216), vs Nelspruit (15 Jan, 14:00, Temba Bavuma Oval), vs Jeppe (16 Jan, 9:30, Temba Bavuma Oval)

Girls Final: vs Queens High School (16 Jan, 9:30, La Valla Oval - Live on DStv Channel 216)

Nomandi Junior Secondary School

Eastern Cape Regionals | 16-18 January 2026 | East London

Nomandi’s girls team shocked the country in Volume 1 by defeating eventual champions Steyn City School in the national group stages. Their underdog story returns with added flair as both boys and girls will represent their Kei-based school in East London. The boys will be tested against top Eastern Cape opposition including Grey High School and Selborne College, while Nomandi’s girls aim for another magical run.

Boys Fixtures: vs Alice RPC (16 Jan, 9:30, Selborne College), vs Selborne College (16 Jan, 14:00, Old Selbornian Club), vs Grey HS (17 Jan, 9:30, Selborne College)

Girls Fixtures: vs Woodridge College (15 Jan, 14:00, Stirling HS), vs Stirling HS (16 Jan, 9:30, Stirling HS)

St Patrick’s CBC

Central Regionals | 16-18 January 2026 | Potchefstroom

Kimberley-based St Patrick’s CBC makes its Phase 2 debut with both teams, marking a major milestone for the school. Facing off in Potchefstroom, they’ll go head-to-head with 2025 Phase 2 winners – St Andrew’s School (boys) and Saints Christian School (girls) – both national finalists and fierce contenders again this year.

Boys Fixtures: vs HS Rustenburg (16 Jan, 9:30, Ibbies Oval), vs Potchefstroom Gimnasium (16 Jan, 14:00, NWU Oval), vs HS Trio (17 Jan, 9:30, JB Marks Oval)

Girls Fixtures: vs HS Witteberg (16 Jan, 14:00, Witrand Oval), vs Saints Christian School (17 Jan, 9:30, Witrand Oval)

Bridgton Hub

Western Cape Regionals | 23-25 January 2026 | Stellenbosch and Somerset West

Oudtshoorn’s Bridgton Hub once again sends both teams to Phase 2, mirroring their Volume 1 success. This year, they’ll travel to Stellenbosch for the Western Cape regional showdown, away from their familiar home turf, seeking to continue their remarkable development story as a community-based cricket hub.

These four teams exemplify the inclusive and aspirational spirit of Switch Schools SA20 - showing that with the right mix of talent, belief, and teamwork, schools can thrive in both the boys and girls competitions.

Boys Fixtures: vs Paarl Gimnasium (23 Jan, 9:30, Paul Roos - Doornbosch), vs Wynberg Boys' HS (23 Jan, 14:00, Paul Roos - Volkskombuis), vs Bishops Diocesan College (24 Jan, 9:30, Paul Roos - Doornbosch)

Girls Fixtures: vs HTS Drostdy (23 Jan, 14:00, Distell Cricket Ground), vs HS Stellenberg (24 Jan, 9:30, Distell Cricket Ground)