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TuksRugby – 2025 USSA Champions
TuksSport, the sport division of the University of Pretoria, will host an official send-off for student-athletes selected to represent the University at the 2026 USSA Championships and the Commonwealth Games. The event taking place at Future Africa on the 25th of June, celebrates the pursuit of excellence that defines UP sport.
The send-off will honour the student-athletes who have earned national and international selection through years of discipline, academic balance, and elite performance. It also marks a milestone in TuksSport’s strategic elevation of its sport programs — from the field to podium finishes.
Excellence in Action
University of Pretoria student-athletes continue to set the standard nationally. In the past year, Tuks athletes have secured national colours, broken records, and competed with distinction on global stages.This year’s USSA and Commonwealth contingent represents the next chapter in that journey.
Building Champions, On and Off the Field
The send-off is more than just an opportunity to wish our student-athletes well at the upcoming competitions. It’s a testament to who we are as TuksSport. We strive to build athletes who lead with integrity, resilience and heart. Athletes who are proud to be part of the Stripe generation and part of the UP journey, which guides them from potential to performance and from effort to excellence. With the support of our sponsor, BestMed, and our partners, SEMLI and hpc, we continually build on our programmes through better coaching, sports science, medical, and academic support, in the pursuit of excellence,which is demonstrated by our student-athletes who will compete in the weeks ahead. said Nicola Macleod, Deputy Director: Coaching and Performance, TuksSport.
“The University of Pretoria is proud to see our students compete at the highest level while excelling academically. This is what a complete university experience looks like — and TuksSport is delivering it,”said Steven Ball: Director TuksSport and CEO HPC.
TuksSport will be participating in USSA Championships from the 28th of June to 3 July 2026 in the following codes; 3 x 3 Basketball, Hockey, Indoor Volleyball, Rugby 15’s, Netball and Squash.
About TuksSport
TuksSport, the Sport Department at the University of Pretoria, has positioned itself, both locally and internationally, as a leader in the fields of participation in sport and managing and coaching sport. We offer a professional home for athletes and volunteers who participate in our programmes. As a catalyst for the development of sport, TuksSport adds value and contributes towards sustainable sport programmes for the broader South African community.
With a diverse range of over 30 sporting codes, our campus offers something for everyone. Whether you are a beginner seeking to explore a new sport or an athlete with a high-level profile, our home provides exceptional sporting opportunities worldwide.
We not only focus on top performers but also on club contestants and recreational participants. The high- performance programme provides services that range from scientific and medical to sports testing, fitness, technical and tactical expertise, sports injuries, and sport psychology support.
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