On Saturday 8 April, the Grahamstown Brumbies hosted the Trying Stars as part of the Eastern Province Grand Challenge cup. The atmosphere at the Oval was festive for the afternoon kickoff, despite the slightly overcast conditions. The Brumbies looked to continue their winning form from their previous encounter against Wind Vogel, which they won by 28-8. Trying Stars got off to a good start as a result of a moment of poor discipline from the Brumbies, as Garth Oosthuizen slotted a penalty to take an early 0-3 lead. This was followed immediately by a penalty against the visitors, allowing the…
Author: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Stephen Kisbey-Green
Young and up-and-coming sports reporter with a passion for rugby and cricket. Born and raised in Boksburg, Gauteng, I came to Grahamstown (Makhanda) to learn the journalism trade, and improve all round.