Excitement Reigns at Inanda Cup Water Polo Tournament: U14 and Prep School Finals Set

Inanda Cup, the prestigious water polo tournament, is approaching its climax with the under-14 and prep school divisions providing thrilling action for spectators and players alike. As the competition reached the semifinal stage, St John's and Affies secured their spots in the U14 final, while St Stithians and St David's emerged as the prep school finalists. Let's take a closer look at the heart-pounding action from the semifinals.

U14 Semifinals: St John's and Affies Set for Showdown

In the U14 division, spectators were treated to two nail-biting matches in the semifinals. St Stithians faced off against St John's, and what ensued was a rollercoaster of emotions. St Stithians initially took the lead, but St John's showed immense resilience, battling their way back to a 5-5 tie. The match culminated in a penalty shootout, where St John's emerged victorious. The thrilling contest between these young talents showcased their determination and sportsmanship.

In the other U14 semifinal, Affies faced Jeppe. Affies, who had previously dominated Jeppe in the pool stage with an 8-1 victory, seemed poised to repeat their success, leading 4-0 at halftime. However, Jeppe had other plans and mounted a spirited comeback. The scoreline tightened to 5-4 by the end of the match, but Affies managed to hold on for a hard-fought victory.

Prep School Semifinals: St Stithians and St David's Triumph

The prep school semifinals were no less thrilling. In the first match, St Stithians faced St Peter's, and it was a closely contested battle. St Stithians managed to secure a 6-5 victory in a match where every goal was hard-fought.

The second prep school semifinal saw St John's take on St David's in another epic encounter. The sides were deadlocked at 4-4 at the end of regular time, resulting in a penalty shootout. This penalty shootout turned into a lengthy contest as both teams exhibited remarkable determination. In the end, St David's emerged victorious, making their way to the final in dramatic fashion.

Day Three Highlights

The quarterfinals of the U14 division witnessed St Stithians defeating St David's with a score of 7-3. Jeppe secured a 5-2 victory against St Peter's, while Affies continued their strong form by beating Pretoria Boy's High 7-3. St John's displayed their dominance with an 8-0 victory over St Alban's.

The prep school quarterfinals featured St Peter's overpowering The Ridge with a resounding 14-1 victory, St John's defeating KEPS 10-4, St David's cruising past Clydesdale with a score of 13-1, and St Stithians defeating St Benedict's 4-2.

Anticipation Builds for the Finals

As the tournament heads into its final day, anticipation is building for the U14 and prep school finals. St John's will go head to head with Affies in the U14 final, while the prep school final will feature St Stithians and St David's.

With the incredible talent, determination, and sportsmanship displayed in the semifinals, fans can expect nothing short of thrilling matches in the finals. The Inanda Cup has once again proven to be a showcase for young water polo talent, and the excitement is sure to continue on the road to crowning this year's champions. Don't miss the action-packed finals at the Inanda Cup water polo tournament on Sunday!