About
The SWD Eagirls were crowned champions of the 2024 Women's First Division after a tense final against the Leopards in George as they reclaimed the title they last won in 2022. The competition featured seven teams who played each other over a single round of league matches. The other teams who participated in 2024 were the Limpopo Blue Bulls and Pumas, both of whom featured in the semi-finals, as well as the Valke, Griffons and Griquas.
The history
SWD Eagirls
05 Jul | Outeniqua Park, George
12:00
Valke Women
Griquas Women
05 Jul | Suzuki Stadium, Kimberley
12:00
Pumas Women
Leopards Women
05 Jul | Olen Park, Potchefstroom
12:00
Limpopo Blue Bulls Women
News
Positives all around as Bok Women finish two-week campThe Springbok Women concluded a very productive two-week camp in Stellenbosch on Friday, with the coaching staff pleased by the effort from the players.
Team announcement
Qolo to lead Springbok Women to MadagascarAnathi Qolo will lead the Springbok Women to Madagascar, where they will defend their Rugby Africa Women’s Cup title next month against Uganda, Kenya and Madagascar. The three Tests will all be played at Stade Makis in Antananarivo, on 7, 11 and 15 June respectively.
News
Good start to new cycle for Springbok WomenSpringbok Women assistant coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt said the squad achieved good results at the end of the first week of their training camp in Cape Town and will regroup at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport over the weekend for another week of high intensity training and preparation.
Reaction
Inconsistency the story of Bok Women's Sevens’ seasonThe Springbok Women's Sevens’ inability to remain composed in pressure moments proved to be their biggest drawback in a season where they claimed two tournament titles and scored some impressive wins.
Review
Heartbreak for Bok Women Sevens in Los AngelesThe Springbok Women's Sevens team's hearts were broken with a late defeat against Kenya in their HSBC SVNS Play-off final in Los Angeles on Sunday, meaning they will have to qualify for Division 2 next season.
