24/08/2026
Grey High hockey continues to make its mark on the national stage, with three Grey players earning South African Schools selections this year.
Keegan Le Roux travelled to Kenya to represent South Africa at the Hockey5s tournament. A different challenge to the traditional full-field game, Hockey5s proved to be a great fit for Keegan’s pace, strength and eye for goal. After opening the tournament with a defeat, the South African side rallied impressively to claim silver and secure qualification for the inaugural FIH Hockey5s U18 World Cup, taking place in Cairo in December.
In Zimbabwe, James Chree and Dante Elkington represented the SA U17A side. Both boys are key members of the EP U18A team and Grey High 1st XI, and played an important role in an impressive tournament campaign. After beating the SA U16A side 3-2, they went on to defeat Namibia U18A 5-1 and Zimbabwe U18A 2-1. A rematch with the SA U16A side awaited in the final, where the U17A team showed how much they had grown throughout the tournament, running out 5-3 winners to claim the title.
Michael Gillies also represented South Africa in Zimbabwe, earning selection for the SA U16B side. Following an impressive debut season with the Grey High 1st XI and finishing as EP U16A’s leading goalscorer at the recent IPT, Michael continued his excellent form at international level. The SA U16B side recorded convincing wins over Zimbabwe U16B, Namibia U16A and Zimbabwe U16A before completing an unbeaten tournament with a 3-0 victory over Namibia U16A in the final.
Three players, three national selections and some outstanding performances. A proud year for Grey High hockey and another reflection of the talent developing within The Grey.