NWU FC claims second consecutive victory with 2-1 Varsity Derby triumph

The North-West University Football Club (NWU FC) continued its positive run in the Motsepe Foundation Championship with a 2-1 victory over the University of Pretoria in an exciting Varsity Derby at the Fanie du Toit Sports Ground in Potchefstroom.

The victory marked the second…

Stunning late free kick secures the first three points for the Purple Army

The NWU Football Club (NWU FC) secured a historic first victory in the Motsepe Foundation Championship with a hard-fought win over Leicesterford City FC at the Lucas Moripe Stadium, earning their first three points since gaining their promotion to the second-tier football competition of South Africa.

NWU Sports Awards celebrates the people behind the podiums

A world champion’s javelin throw. An African record over the hurdles. A team moving in championship-winning unison. At the inaugural North-West University (NWU) Sports Awards, the achievements took many forms, but each gave the university reason to stand a little taller.

Held at…

Ready, set, play! Potchefstroom Staff Sports Club heads to Bloemfontein

For the NWU Potchefstroom Staff Sports Club, sport is about far more than what happens on the field. It is about building friendships, staying active, supporting one another and creating a sense of community among colleagues.

This October, that spirit will travel to Bloemfontein as the North-West University (NWU)…

Another NWU bodybuilder earns world championship spot

The North-West University (NWU) will have another bodybuilder on the world stage after Letlhogonolo Baloyi was selected to represent South Africa at the 2026 IFBB World Championships in Santa Susanna, Spain. 

He joins fellow NWU bodybuilder Bokang Matsetela, who has also secured a…

NWU Eagles end strong Varsity Netball campaign with second successive final

The North-West University (NWU) Eagles have ended another impressive Varsity Netball campaign after reaching the final for the second consecutive year, underlining their place among the leading teams in the competition.

The defending champions fell 56–44 to the University of…

Double national triumph earns bodybuilder world championship spot

The North-West University (NWU) bodybuilder Bokang Matsetela is heading to the world stage after winning two national titles at the IFBB South Africa National Amateur Bodybuilding and Fitness Championships.

Bokang claimed first place in the junior ladies’ bikini category and followed it with another victory in the senior ladies’ bikini…

The Eagles are the 2026 USSA Cross Country Champions

The North-West University (NWU) Eagles were not only crowned the overall winners of the 2026 University Sport South Africa (USSA) Cross Country Championships, after its athletes delivered stellar performances at the CPUT Bellville Campus in Cape Town from 18 to 20 September. They were the top medal contenders in the male, female and overall…

NWU FC hold Cape Town City to a goalless draw as Noble Boys continue searching for first win

The North-West University Football Club (NWU FC) shared the spoils with Cape Town City FC after a goalless draw at the Fanie du Toit Sports Ground in Potchefstroom on Saturday, 19 September 2026, as the Noble Boys continued their search for a first victory in the Motsepe Foundation Championship.

NWU Eagles one win away from retaining Varsity Netball crown

The North-West University (NWU) Eagles are one victory away from successfully defending their Varsity Netball title after holding their nerve to beat the University of Pretoria (UP-Tuks) 52–50 in a thrilling semi-final in Pretoria on Monday, 21 September.

The hard-fought victory booked…