Diamantveld High School jointly with the Northern Cape Cricket Union, will for the first time host a top tier school cricket tournament at the Kimberley Oval. Nine top schools from around the country are taking part in this tournament which amongst others include Carlton Van Heerden Secondary School, located in Upington. This is according to a statement, the first school tournament to take place on an international cricket field and to be broadcasted by Supersport Schools. Each school brings a total of two teams which includes an u/15 and u/19 team. The opening match will take place on Friday, 22 Friday, between Diamantveld high school and Grey college. The entire school community of Carlton Van Heeden has assured their support for the team.
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