Dear Old Boy
Those of us privileged to attend the 95th Annual PBHSOB Association Old Boys Dinner, will remember a historical occasion when the Abernethy Hall was used for the second time even, to serve as a venue.
Old Boys from the 1940’s to the present saw the Abernethy Hall tastefully decorated with white tablecloths and chair covers, black table napkins and centre piece foliage to match the School colours. The main table was placed parallel to the stage front and seated the Guest Speaker, Mr. Pravin Gordhan who delivered an esoteric address on the future of finances for the Country providing with the excellent food fare, food for thought too!
Reverend Alan O’Brien said Grace, Max Madalane proposed a toast to South Africa encouraging the audience and the Nation to look forward to many more positive changes in our history forward. The Head Boy Marthinus Erasmus delivered a delightful entertaining speach enjoyed by everybody and well deserving sustained applause.
Mr Tony Reeler, the Headmaster gave a resume of the School’s activities, mentioning the Schools primary objectives including the plans for sporting coaches. A balance between academic and sporting activities would be a priority.
Trevor Quirk was his customary erudite quirky Master of Ceremonies and contributed much to making the evening a proud occasion, and most attending would agree the price of the dinner was well worth the expense.
A model of the School Hall alterations and a visual architects screening was presented. Copies of Tos du Toits’ book, “Some People” and paintings of the school were for sale.
The dinner ended with the rousing singing of “Forty Years On” lead by Dr Neil van der Watt, who also oversaw and conducted the sundry excellent musical performances during the course of an excellent evening.
Text – Trebot Barry | Images – Memos Kavallineas
ANNUAL OLD BOYS GOLF DAY
The Annual Old Boys Golf Day was held on Friday 6 June, at Zwartkop Country Club – following Founders Assembly at the School. The PBHSOB Association looked fantastic with a new branded gazebo and flags – look out for these at upcoming sport matches at Pretoria Boys High School and show your support!
The Golf Day ended with a lovely prize-giving dinner with Mr Trevor Quirk the Master of Ceremonies.
The top four places went to the following players:
First:
Chris Morris (2006), Matt Tanner (2005), Peter Georgiadis (2001), Andy Papaspyrou (2002)
Second:
James Lourens (1978), Glen Corlett (1981), Mike von Bardeleben (1980) & Dean Lourens (2007)
Third:
Ransley Padayachy (1995-FORM 3), Kevin Canny (1976), Duncan Bayne (1998) & Themi Agryrou (1996)
Fourth:
Tony Reeler (Headmaster), Harry Todd (1981), Brian van Onselen (1984) & Greg Slabbert
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PRETORIA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
It is with great pleasure that we announce that Mr Ryno van der Merwe has been appointed as the Director of Rugby coaching at Pretoria Boys High.
Mr van der Merwe will assume official duty on 1 July 2014 at the start of a three-year contract but will be involved from today in getting to know the rugby structure.
OLD BOY NEWS
Aiden Markram awarded U-19 Cricketer of the year at Cricket South Africa Awards
South Africa men’s U-19 skipper Aiden Markram was awarded the U-19 Cricketer of the Year by Cricket South Africa (CSA) at the CSA awards held in June 2014.
Elon Musk Has Just Taken Things To The Next Level
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has revealed its first manned spacecraft at a live launch event in California. The Dragon V2 is capable of carrying seven astronauts for several days to and from the International Space Station, docking automatically with the station, and landing gently “almost anywhere on Earth” using its propulsion system.
UPCOMING OLD BOY EVENTS
- 12 & 13 September 2014
50 YEAR ON 2014 - 24 & 25 October 2014
40 YEAR ON 2014 - 8 November 2014
20 YEAR ON 2014 - 22 November 2014
10 YEAR ON 2014
PRETORIA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL FIXTURES & EVENTS
- 21 June 2014
Rugby and Hockey vs St Stithians (Home) - 30 June 2014
ATKV Choir Finals
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