CLIFTON SCHOOL WINTER FIXTURE

15 – 16 May 2026

MR. KRINESAN MOODLEY

Welcome to St Alban’s College as we host our friends from Clifton School, Durban, for what has become a valued and much anticipated exchange between our two schools. Over the past few years, this relationship has grown into one built on mutual respect, camaraderie and genuine friendship. While the fixtures are always competitive and keenly contested, they are played in the right spirit, one that reflects the values of both our schools and the true purpose of school sport.

We extend our sincere thanks to the parents of both schools for the support and encouragement they provide to our boys. Opportunities such as these allow young men to grow not only as sportsmen, but also as individuals who learn the importance of teamwork, resilience, humility, and genuine connection. A special word of appreciation must go to the St Alban’s community for opening their homes and warmly hosting the Clifton boys during their stay with us.

I would also like to acknowledge and commend the sports departments of both schools for the significant amount of work, planning and coordination that goes into arranging a weekend such as this. These exchanges do not happen by chance, and we are grateful for the dedication and professionalism of all involved. Our thanks are also extended to the many support staff members who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that every aspect of the visit runs smoothly. Special mention must be made of Guy Elliott (Director of Sport) and Chicco Ponela (Sports Adminstrator) for their outstanding work.

At St Alban’s, we always enjoy welcoming visitors onto our campus, and we are confident that the Clifton boys, staff, and parents will experience the warmth, generosity, and hospitality for which our community is known. As the fixtures begin, we wish all the teams everything of the very best. May the matches be competitive, enjoyable and played with integrity and sportsmanship. Most importantly, let us remember that we are here to support and encourage the boys as they showcase the talents they have been given and represent their schools with pride.

Safe travels to all, and may this exchange continue to strengthen the bonds between our two schools for many years to come.

Krinesan Moodley
(Director of Sports)

“Enjoy the competition but ensure that rivalry and competition do not become your masters. Play hard but fair, most of all develop friendships and ensure that you live, learn and enjoy your experiences on the field.”

FORMAT OF THE DAY – STAFF AND COACHES

Friday 12 May

13h30 Boys arrive and meet at the pavilion. (Buses will park on Wormser Field). Our security will direct you on arrival.

13h45 Boys take their luggage to the Anton Murray Pavilion. Boys playing hockey at 14h30 are to use the changing rooms in the Tom Hamilton Wellness Centre.

14h40 Boys are to gather on Moshate Field (main rugby field) and will be allocated to their hosts or shown the boarding house they will be staying in.

1st teams (rugby & hockey) will be staying in Knoll House.

14h45 Refreshments will be served for staff at @thegreyandblue.

16h00 Boys staying in the boarding houses will be allocated their rooms.

18h00 Dinner for staff will be served at @thegreyandblue (Clubhouse next to the Astro) and the Hamilton Hall for boys staying in the boarding houses.

Saturday 13 May

06h30 – 07h30 Breakfast will be served for all boys staying in the boarding houses.

07h00 Tea, coffee and breakfast snacks for staff @thegreyandblue and at Anton Murray Pavilion.

11h30 Snack and refreshments for staff at the Jurie du Toit hut. This is situated on the far side of Moshate Field (Main Rugby Field)

15h30 Lunch and refreshments for all staff at the Anton Murray Pavilion.

Sunday 14 May

06h45 Boys staying over with hosts are to be dropped off at St Alban’s College.

07h00 Snack packs to be collected from Jurie du Toit Hut.

07h15 Buses depart.

CODE OF CONDUCT

PARENTS AND SUPPORTERS

GENERAL POLICY

The playing of school sports is primarily of an educational nature.

AIM OF SCHOOL SPORT

To encourage participation and engender the highest standards of sportsmanship, self-discipline and control in players.

Parents and supporters should consider themselves representative of the school when supporting fixtures involving their son’s team. Therefore, they are encouraged to support their son and various other teams.

CONDUCT AT MATCHES

Positive support will be appreciated.

Parents and supporters are requested to refrain from directing negative comments at referees, umpires, any other officials, players or opposition supporters.

No form of discrimination based on race, gender, religion or culture will be tolerated.

Parents and supporters are asked to position themselves well on the sidelines and refrain from standing or sitting behind the back or goal line.

Parents and supporters are requested not to walk up and down the lines of the field while a game is in progress.

Parents are instructed to stay out of the technical areas. (Area where players and officials are seated)

Alcohol may only be consumed on the upper tier of the Anton Murray Pavilion. The bar will open at 11am.

TEAM SELECTION

Parents are not to interfere with the coach’s team selection at any time.

CHANNELS OF COMMUNICATION

Parents and spectators should take up matters with the Director of Sports. Please do not approach individual officials, umpires and coaches.

We respectfully request that every family member concerned and spectators ensure that this Code of Conduct is adhered to make every sports fixture enjoyable to all.