25/10/2026
🏆🖤🤍💛 BLAKES RFC | 2026 YEAR-END FUNCTION & AWARDS EVENING 💛🤍🖤🏆
A CELEBRATION OF UNITY, DEDICATION & THE BLAKES FAMILY
As we bring the 2026 rugby season to a close, Blakes Rugbyvoetbal Klub would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended our Year-End Function & Awards Evening.
It was a special occasion to celebrate the dedication, sacrifices, achievements and memories that made our 2026 season meaningful. We are proud of what we have accomplished together, both on and off the field.
🖤🤍💛 A HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO OUR BLAKES FAMILY!
🙏🏽 TO OUR SUPPORTERS
Thank you for standing behind Blakes RFC throughout the 2026 season. Your loyalty, encouragement and unwavering support have meant the world to our players and club. Whether you supported us from the sidelines, travelled with us or assisted behind the scenes, you remain an important part of our journey.
🏉 TO OUR PLAYERS AND COACHES
Thank you for your hard work, discipline, sacrifices and commitment to the black, white and gold. Rugby requires teamwork, resilience and determination, and we appreciate every individual who gave their best for Blakes RFC this season.
🤝 TO THE BLAKES RFC MANAGEMENT TEAM
Thank you for your dedication, countless hours of work and commitment to keeping our club moving forward. Much of what happens behind the scenes goes unseen, but your contribution is essential to the growth and success of our club.
💛 TO OUR AGENT, RIGARDT NOBLE
A special thank you for looking after our players' needs and for your continued assistance, commitment and support throughout the season. We appreciate the role you play in supporting our players.
🙌 TO OUR SPONSORS, CONTRIBUTORS AND EVERYONE WHO HELPED BLAKES RFC IN 2026
Whether through sponsorships, donations, resources, assistance or simply showing up to support our boys, we are sincerely grateful. Every contribution, big or small, has helped us along the way. Thank you for believing in Blakes RFC and being part of our story.
🎤 A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR GUEST SPEAKER
MR CORNE UYS | HEAD OF RUGBY AT PAUL ROOS GYMNASIUM
Blakes RFC would like to express our sincere appreciation to Mr Corne Uys for taking the time to join us at our 2026 Year-End Function & Awards Evening.
As Head of Rugby at Paul Roos Gymnasium, Mr Uys is involved in rugby development within one of Stellenbosch's established school rugby programmes. His experience in rugby and involvement in the development of players made his presence a welcome addition to our celebration.
Thank you, Mr Uys, for honouring our invitation and taking the time to be part of this special occasion. We appreciate your support and the opportunity to welcome you into our Blakes family. Your presence helped make the evening even more memorable.
🤝 A SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO HAJIERA ARNOLDS
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Ms Hajiera Arnolds, for joining us at our Year-End Function & Awards Evening.
Thank you for taking the time to attend and celebrate with our club. We appreciate your presence and the opportunity to share this special occasion with members of our wider Stellenbosch community.
To both our guests, thank you for being part of our celebration and for sharing this memorable evening with Blakes RFC. 🖤🤍💛
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🏆 BLAKES RFC | 2026 AWARDS RECIPIENTS
Tonight, we proudly recognise the players and coaches whose performances, dedication and contributions earned them special recognition during the 2026 season.
Congratulations to each of our award recipients! Your commitment to Blakes RFC deserves to be celebrated.
🏉 01 | BEST FORWARD PLAYER
🥇 A1: Rico Fletcher
🥇 A2: Darren Zimri
⚡ 02 | BEST BACKLINE PLAYER
🥇 A1: Elrico Februarie
🥇 A2: JP Sylvester
🎖️ 03 | COACHES' AWARDS
🏆 A1: Jaco Titus
🏆 A2: Andre (Boeta) Van Wyk
🏆 Blakes 7's: Edrick Fredericks
🏆 04 | CHAN THE MAN TROPHY
⭐ Jordan-Leigh Februarie
🌟 05 | PLAYER OF THE YEAR
🏅 Aldrin Greeff
👑 06 | SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR
🏅 Wildon Stuurman
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👏 CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR AWARD WINNERS!
These awards recognise more than performances on the rugby field. They represent commitment, perseverance, teamwork, leadership and the determination to represent Blakes RFC with pride.
May these achievements motivate you to continue growing, inspiring others and contributing to the future of our club.
To every player and coach who contributed during the 2026 season, thank you for being part of the Blakes journey. Every individual has played a role in shaping our club.
📸 PICTURES COMING SOON!
The memories don't end here! Pictures from our 2026 Year-End Function & Awards Evening will be shared on our official page as soon as we receive them.
Keep an eye on our page so you don't miss the special moments, celebrations and memories captured as we came together as one Blakes family. 🖤🤍💛
💛 LOOKING AHEAD TO 2027
As we close the chapter on 2026, we do so with grateful hearts and pride in what we have experienced together.
Every challenge, every victory, every setback and every moment of support has contributed to our journey. We continue to learn, grow and build a stronger foundation for the future of Blakes RFC.
To our players, coaches, supporters, management, sponsors, contributors and friends of the club: we hope to see every one of you again in 2027!
Let us continue standing together, strengthening our bond and proudly representing our club and community. The journey continues, and we look forward to another season filled with unity, determination and new opportunities.
From the Blakes RFC family, thank you for being part of our 2026 season. Your support will always be valued.
🖤🤍💛 ONCE A BLAKES, ALWAYS A BLAKES! 💛🤍🖤
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