# Hockey: South Africa’s national youth hockey teams dominated the inaugural U18 Hockey Youth Africa Cup in Kenya, securing qualifications for the 2026 World Cup. The SA Under-18 Girls were crowned African Champions, clinching the gold medal with a rampant 11–6 victory over the hosts. Meanwhile, the SA Under-18 Boys fought valiantly but took home the silver medal after a narrow, thrilling 6–5 defeat against Kenya. Both squads now advance to the global showpiece in Egypt in December.
Hockey: South Africa’s national youth teams shine at U-18 Africa Cup