Western Province Secures Historic Fourth Consecutive Title With Dominant Victory Over Eastern Province

Western Province thrashed Eastern Province 36-7 to claim their fourth consecutive U20 Women’s Week title. Full results and final day wrap from Alberton.

By: AXL Media

Published: May 2, 2026, 4:08 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Rugby365

A Legacy of Dominance Continued in Alberton

Western Province has extended its unprecedented reign over the under,20 women’s domestic circuit, delivering a clinical performance to dismantle Eastern Province in the tournament showpiece. The 36,7 result marks the fourth year in a row that the Western Cape side has hoisted the national trophy, a feat that underlines the robust developmental structures currently in place within the region. Despite challenging, blustery conditions at the Alberton Rugby Club, the Capetonians demonstrated a level of tactical maturity and technical execution that left little doubt as to their standing as the country’s elite youth outfit.

Exploiting Discipline and Numerical Advantages

The final’s trajectory was significantly altered in the first half when Eastern Province was reduced to 14 players following a red card issued to Shanice Scholtz for a head clash. While the women from Gqeberha initially absorbed the pressure through heavy lifting from their forward pack, Western Province eventually pounced on the opening. A sharp snipe from scrumhalf Danica Pypers and an early score from Saadiqah Corbett established a 12,0 lead by the interval. The Capetonians' ability to remain patient while under pressure proved decisive, especially after navigating their own temporary disadvantage during a yellow card for winger Davedine March.

A Tactical Masterclass from the Capetonian Backline

The second half showcased the fluid, expansive rugby that has become the hallmark of the Western Province system. Flyhalf Nuha Levy served as the primary architect, identifying gaps in the Eastern Province defensive line and orchestrating a try for prop Sesethu Dumke. Although Eastern Province offered a flash of brilliance through Lukhanye Lolo’s spectacular 60 meter solo effort, it was quickly nullified by the relentless pace of the Province backs. Tries from March, lock Mivuyo Pawuli, and a closing effort from Ronecia Gordon ensured the title returned to Cape Town with an emphatic six,try haul.