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Congratualtions Eagles! ❤️🦅

It was hard to hold back the tears after the final whistle. ❤️💚

There were tears of joy, tears after a tough match, and for some, tears knowing they had just played one of their final games of school rugby.

The captains spoke from the heart, thanking their teammates, coaches, schools and everyone who has shared this journey with them. For our matriculants especially, the emotions said more than words ever could. 🥹🏉

After all the tackles, tries and Derby rivalry, both teams stood together with nothing but respect and gratitude.

These are the moments that make schoolgirls’ rugby so special. 💚🐻🤝🦅❤️

U19 DERBY DAY ACTION 📸🔥

A Derby clash that went right down to the wire! 💚🐻🦅❤️

Both teams left everything on the field, with the Edgemead Eagles eventually securing the victory in a thrilling finish. 🏉

Final Score:
Fairmont HS 19-26 Edgemead HS

U16 DERBY DAY ACTION 📸🏉

Final Score:
Fairmont HS 0-25 Edgemead HS

More than a Derby. 💚🐻🤝🦅❤️

Saturday, 22/08, marked the first-ever girls rugby matches between Fairmont HS and Edgemead HS as part of their Derby Day, and while the rugby delivered plenty of excitement, it was what happened between the moments of competition that stood out most.

Derbies are known for fierce rivalry, but these girls showed that you can compete with everything you have and still have respect for the players standing opposite you.

We saw players supporting each other's successes, showing genuine concern when injuries occurred, and coming together after two hard-fought matches. That sportsmanship was one of the highlights of the day. 🏉❤️

The U19 clash provided plenty of drama! The match initially finished 19-19, before both coaching teams agreed to an additional five minutes following confusion around the half-length duration. Edgemead eventually found the decisive score to claim the first U19 Girls Derby victory, 26-19.

FINAL SCORES
🏉 U16: Fairmont HS 0-25 Edgemead HS
🏉 U19: Fairmont HS 19-26 Edgemead HS

We are incredibly grateful to both schools for embracing girls rugby, to every player who represented her school with pride, to our coaches, and to every parent, family member and supporter alongside the field.

Congratulations to the Edgemead Eagles on both Derby victories, and well done to the Monty Bears for the fight and heart shown throughout the day.

Most importantly, congratulations to every girl who took the field and played her heart out. 💚❤️

DERBY DAY HISTORY IN THE MAKING! 🏉🔥

This Saturday, the Monty Bears 💚🐻 and Edgemead Eagles ❤️🦅 meet at Fairmont High School for a special first: the first-ever girls rugby matches to form part of this derby!

Fairmont are in their first season of girls rugby, while Edgemead are now in their third, and both schools will proudly field U16 and U19 teams on the day.

Two schools. Two age groups. One historic Derby Day. 🔥

📍 Fairmont High School
📅 Saturday, 22 August 2026
🏉 U16 | 09:45
🏉 U19 | 10:20

Up and Under is proud to be the girls rugby service provider to both schools and to see another piece of history being written for girls rugby in the Northern Suburbs. 💛

Monty Bears vs Edgemead Eagles. Let the rivalry begin! 🐻⚔️🦅

Congratulations Charne and Hlumani! 🇿🇦🏉🏆👏🤩

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

We are incredibly proud to announce that Charne Jupp and Hlumani Mtwana are officially heading to Australia to represent South Africa at the Tag Rugby World Cup 2026! 🏉💚💛

The powerhouse duo will compete in the Women’s Open Division in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, from 15–19 October 2026. 🇦🇺

This incredible achievement is the result of 18 months of relentless training, sacrifice, discipline and determination. They have pushed themselves physically, tactically and mentally to earn the opportunity to wear the green and gold on one of the biggest stages in the sport.

🌍 4,500 athletes
🇺🇳 30 nations
🏆 1 World Cup title
🔥 4 days of world-class competition

Charne and Hlumani, we are so proud of you! Your dedication and commitment are an inspiration to our entire Edgemead community.

Go well, ladies! Bring that Edgemead spirit to Australia! 💚💛🇿🇦