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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

NWU dominates shortlist for 10th North West Sports Awards

The North-West University (NWU) has emerged as one of the most represented institutions in the 2026 North West Sports Awards, with nine athletes, three coaches and the NWU Soccer Institute securing nominations across several of the top categories at the event.&

From spectator to national leader: Prince Motaung to chair USSA Dancesport

A seat in the audience at a Strictly Come Dancing show in 2010 changed the course of Prince Motaung’s life.

NWU partners with soccer legend to inspire the next generation

"Legends are not only remembered for the goals they score, but for the lives they continue to shape long after the final whistle." Marks "Go Man Go" Maponyane continues to prove that some of football's greatest victories happen long after the final whistle has blown.

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