Young Queen’s College Cricketers Selected for Border Squads Ahead of National Tournaments

Queen’s College Boys’ Primary School is celebrating a major sporting milestone after several of its young cricketers were selected to represent Border Cricket in upcoming national age-group tournaments scheduled for November and December.

The selections reflect the depth of cricketing talent at the school, which continues to build a strong foundation in junior cricket while nurturing discipline, teamwork and competitive excellence.

Border Cricket Selections Announced Across Three Age Groups

Queen’s College confirmed that the following boys have been selected to represent Border in their respective age divisions:

U11 Squad

• Blake Tromp

U12 Squad

• Jonathan Beetge

• Rauiri Hansen

• Hugh Hansen

• Balilethu Mhlekwa

• Jayden Russell

• Alizwa Sixaba

U13 Squad

• Logan Edwards

These tournaments form part of Cricket South Africa’s junior pathways and are crucial opportunities for young players to gain experience against strong provincial opposition while showcasing their development on a national platform.

A Proud Moment for the School and the Komani Community

The multiple selections across different age groups are a notable achievement for Queen’s College Boys’ Primary School, reflecting both individual talent and the strength of the school’s cricket programme.

Queen’s College has long been known for its rugby excellence, but cricket has grown steadily within the school through expanded coaching structures, strengthened age-group development, and a growing emphasis on holistic sporting participation. The school’s cricket department has invested in structured coaching sessions and regular competitive fixtures — all of which contribute to preparing young athletes for provincial consideration.

While each player’s selection is a personal milestone, it is also a moment of pride for the broader Komani community. Border Cricket traditionally draws from a wide geographical area, and representation from Komani-based players highlights the region’s competitiveness and commitment to youth sport.

Commitment and Hard Work Recognised

Queen’s College’s junior players have participated in a busy calendar of matches, festivals and training programmes, providing valuable exposure that supports growth at provincial level.

The achievement also reflects the support structures surrounding the players: coaches, teachers, families and teammates all contribute to creating an encouraging sporting environment. Their combined efforts help young athletes balance schoolwork with sport while instilling confidence and a sense of responsibility.

Preparing for National Tournaments

The selected players will now join their Border Cricket squads for final preparations. These tournaments — held across different parts of the country — typically bring together the strongest provincial teams, giving players exposure to high-intensity matches, unfamiliar conditions and strong opposition.

For many young cricketers, this is also the first step into more structured cricketing pathways such as provincial academies, high-performance programmes and eventually senior provincial representation. Selection at this stage, therefore, serves as both recognition and opportunity.

The tournaments scheduled for November and December traditionally include skills assessments, team strategy sessions, and match simulations before the official fixtures begin. These elements are crucial in preparing junior players for the demands of competitive provincial-level cricket.

A Foundation for Future Success

Queen’s College Boys’ Primary School’s continued presence in Border squads strengthens its reputation as a school capable of developing future cricket stars. Several past pupils have progressed through provincial pathways into senior cricket structures, and achievements like these help inspire the next generation.

With cricket participation growing at the school, the hope is that even more young players will follow in the footsteps of the current group. The school’s emphasis on sportsmanship, fair play and enjoyment remains central to long-term success.

Looking Ahead

As the tournaments approach, excitement is building among players, parents and the school community. Representing one’s province at a young age is a significant honour, and Queen’s College Boys’ Primary School has every reason to be proud of its representatives.

Komani News will continue to follow the progress of these young cricketers as they take to the national stage in the colours of Border Cricket.