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 Functions |
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| Old Boys’ Union and the school host various functions where members of the Union can meet and renew acquaintances. Details of specific functions are on the News and events page and the dates of all functions are in the calendar. Old Boys functions include: |
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| Annual dinner |
| The main event on the OBU calendar, the Union’s annual dinner is a formal event only for members of the Union featuring an interesting guest speaker. Details of the next dinner in 2013 will appear in the Enews, the
newsletter and on the website.
Tickets are limited and payment must be made in advance. |
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| Summers sports |
Cricket, water polo and tennis matches are annually played on Founders Day between Old Boys and school boys sides. The first cricket matches between Old Boys and the school were played in 1913. In 2008 the water polo matches were for the first time played in the school’s impressive new pool.
The 2013 summers sports will be played oduring mid March (date tbc) and will be followed by an informal social gathering. .
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| Winters sports |
Traditionally Old Boys play hockey, rugby and squash matches once a year
against the present senior school sides. This is a very popular event and
often more Old Boys want to play than can be accommodated and accordingly
there are plenty of reserves. To ensure a fair opportunity for all,
particularly for the rugby matches, teams are complied from a list of Old
Boys who have timeously indicated that they want to play.
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An informal get together is held after the First XV match for Old Boys,
coaches and spectators.
2008 marked the 100th anniversary of the first Past v Present rugby match. |
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| Five year gathering |
| The Union hosts an annual informal function for all those who matriculated during the preceding five years to provide an opportunity to meet with fellow Old Boys. Old Boys from the preceding five years are advised by email of the function. |
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| Business breakfasts |
| Several times a year the Union hosts networking breakfasts for Old Boys and other members of the Rondebosch family. An invited guest speaks about a topical matter and all present are able to interact in order to make contacts within the Rondebosch community. Dates and details of the speakers will be posted in the News section of the site. |
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| Walker Trophy Golf |
| The Walker Trophy Golf Challenge is played annually between Rondebosch and Bishops Old Boys. For further information contact the OBU office. Rondebosch has won the trophy 16 times, Bishops 13 times and there has been one draw. |
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| Acknowledgement of staff |
| In recognition of the important role performed by Rondebosch academic and administrative staff and to thank then for their commitment, the Union’s committee hosts an annual cocktail party for the Prep, High and Little Bosch staff. |
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| Annual general meeting |
| At the Union’s AGM committee members are elected and feedback is given to members about the year’s activities. Members are provided with an opportunity to ask questions and to make suggestions. Old Boys are encouraged to attend. |
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| After rugby |
| During the winter season drinks and other refreshments are available in the
E1942 Centenary Pavilion after home First XV matches and after some Prep
School matches.
All Old Boys and their families and friends are welcome. The functions are hosted by the Bosch Rugby Supporters’ Club. |
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| Sub-unions |
| Sub-unions in South African and elsewhere host dinners, braais, cocktail parties, golf days and other social gatherings. |
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| Reunions |
Class reunions are organised by representatives of each Eyear. |
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| Old Boys are also invited to attend the annual Founders' Day and Remembrance
Day Services, sports events, concerts and other school functions. |
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