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Sport at the North-West University is a cornerstone of institutional life, fostering excellence, developing leaders, and empowering student-athletes to achieve success on and off the field.

Student-Athlete Stories

Hear how NWU Sport is shaping champions on and off the field.

"NWU changed my life."

Being part of NWU Sport helped me grow as an athlete and as a person. The support from coaches and staff allowed me to balance academics while competing at the highest level.

Gary Otto

NWU Rugby Player

"The perfect balance."

NWU gave me the opportunity to pursue my studies while competing internationally. The experience developed leadership, discipline and lifelong friendships.

Thapelo Letsholonyane

NWU Football Player

Sport News

Tete Dijana eyes history at 2026 Comrades Marathon

Three-time Comrades Marathon champion Tete Dijana believes he is ready for Sunday's 2026 Comrades Marathon – a race that could see the North-West University (NWU) protection officer make history.

Khunganani Sigadi crowned National Playoffs Player of the Tournament

While the North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute celebrated their promotion to the Motsepe Foundation Championship in Mthatha this past week, one of its student-athletes returned home with an additional accolade that underscored the successful campaign

CHHP highlights the importance of mental wellbeing in school sport

Sport is an integral part of South African culture and young athletes work hard to reach the pinnacle of their sport disciplines. Unfortunately, their emotional wellbeing can be severely impacted by the pressures of high-level competitive sports, especially at school level.

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