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Violets Rugby Club

Contact Person:

Heinrich Kulsen

Email Address:

hkulsen@gmail.com

Contact No:

0688294560

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Achievements

We are one of the oldest clubs in the country. (123 years)

Our club has a rich history dating back to 1903, with an impressive record of achievements. In the early 1980s, we won the knockout cup against Gardens, with legends such as Nico Blaauw, Donny Fredericks and the late Gavin Kulsen.

We have also had players who achieved provincial honours, including Aaron Pietersen (WP League), Cedric van Wyk, Jerome Pietersen (1988), Rashied Isaac (1988 and 1989) (Craven Week).

Several players who represented WP Disa, such as Eugene Herklaas, Chesley Theo, Clive Arendse, and Alrich Erasmus.

Violets Rugby Club proudly records that Arthur Hanekom and Aubrey Anderson were members of the team that captured the prestigious Shield Tournament title in a memorable championship year, contributing significantly to the club’s proud rugby heritage.

Violets Rugby Club launched a development programme in 2022 in partnership with Allandale Correctional Services. Under the dedicated leadership of Ms Williams, the Allandale prison team has to date delivered strong performances in league matches, reflecting the success and positive impact of this initiative. The programme also provides a meaningful opportunity for the families of inmates to watch their loved ones play outside the prison walls, fostering reconnection and support.

Background

Violets Rugby Football Club, established in 1903, is one of the longstanding amateur rugby clubs in the Paarl community. Since its founding, the club has operated as a legal entity, entitled to act in its own name and holding exclusive rights to its official club emblem.

From its inception, Violets Rugby Football Club has been committed to the principles of fairness, inclusivity, and democratic governance. The club upholds a non-racial, non-political policy, ensuring that all individuals—regardless of race, colour, religion, or gender—have the opportunity to participate in the game and activities of the club, subject to the club’s acceptance procedures.

As an amateur sporting body, the club’s primary objective is the administration, promotion, and development of rugby football on an inclusive and community-focused basis. In addition, the club actively supports the organisation and awarding of trophies, honours, and recognitions, and undertakes various projects aimed at the growth and sustainability of the club.

Violets Rugby Football Club is proudly affiliated with the Western Province Rugby Football Union and forms part of the Paarl Rugby Code as well as the Paarl Sports Forum, reinforcing its strong ties within the regional rugby and sporting structures.

With more than a century of history, Violets Rugby Football Club continues to play an important role in promoting rugby, sportsmanship, and community development in Paarl.