The Chronicle 2022

Luke Mitchell both played in the A team, while Motheo Shango and Arefa Tshitoeng played for the B side. Asande Nkosi’s season highlight was his memorable chase down block against Hilton. On the cricket field, Radhesh Jhilmeet excelled representing the U15A XI. Second term also saw our D Blockers experience their first uninterrupted winter sports season. Daniel Aissing showed his true talent for rugby representing both the U15A and the Sharks Next Generation XVs. Kyle du Plessis earned recognition for being the most improved forward and Asande Nkosi played in the U15A hockey side. Third term saw four of our family members play in the U15A soccer team. Asande Nkosi, Alex Mvulane, Arefa Tshitoeng and Luke Mitchell played vital roles in a team which was ranked fourth in the country. Luke Mitchell was awarded a place in the provincial football side on the back of his exceptional season in goals. Daniel French ran six half marathons and Jonathan Boesak lead the Block with the most push-ups and pullups in testing. On an academic front, our boys were as strong as ever with Ross Markham, Kyle du Plessis, Motheo Shango, Asande Nkosi and Jonathan Boesak seeing improvements in their averages throughout the year. We also had some stellar academic performances with Lukas Lorenzo, Radhesh Jhilmeet and Daniel French placing consistently in the top ten. Culturally our boys also demonstrated true brilliance with Motheo Shango playing in both the orchestra and the jazz band and Daniel French representing the national debating team, and acting in the school’s production of a Midsummer Night’s Dream along with Jonathan Boesak. What a year it was, congratulations to the Pascoe D Block on a wonderful year. The C Block of this family were exceptional in all spheres of life at Michaelhouse, on the sports field, in the classroom and on the stage. On the basketball court, Angelo Nkosi was chosen to represent the first team and Stephan Macamo, the second team for the Kearsney stayers’ tournament. Johan Weyers played in the U16A basketball side and Luthando Buthelezi captained the U16D side. The C Block also experienced their first ever complete winter sport season and the performances all round showed how greatly this aspect of school life has been missed. Angelo Nkosi and Luthando Buthelezi both played in the U16A XV enjoying a near perfect season. Angelo was selected to represent the Sharks U16B rugby side. Ashton Marais played for the third XV and debuted in a second team game against Helpmekaar. In the third term, Tshiamo Boikhutso and Angelo Nkosi both played in the U16A football side, with Tshiamo leading the team. Tshiamo also shone on the athletics track making the KwaZulu-Natal athletics team and earning himself half colours. This Block also reaped some outstanding academic results with Angelo, Tshiamo, Johan and Ayabonga achieving A averages with Ayabonga Shivane placing in the top ten. Culturally Angelo earned a spot in the competition marimba band and Tshiamo and Lwazi Dlamini were both members of the KZN Youth choir and all three earned half colors for music. The boys of also overcame the challenge of the C Block Journey, and after two weeks of tough cycling, hiking, and paddling the boys returned to the House with huge smiles and torn clothes. Our B Blockers certainly succeeded in their first year as seniors. Oliver Walters, Brian Bowmaker and Thomas Craddock all played first team water polo with Oliver, the vice captain of the side earning his colours for being selected to play in the KwaZulu-Natal U19B team. Thomas Mitchell also did the House proud by playing in the first cricket XI. The second term saw our boys thrive on the sports field with Thabo Njapha representing the first XV with Joshua Aissing and Thomas Mitchell playing

in the seconds. Josh made the Sharks U17 Academy Week side which earned him rugby honors. In addition, Josh also played in the Michaelhouse first sevens team. On an academic front, our B Blockers did solidly with Aiden Jinnah placing in the top five and Oliver Walters, Nikolaos Bratos and Ben Keep earning an A average for the year. The B Block where also challenged with various leadership responsibilities throughout the course of the year which will put next year’s leadership group in good stead. Finally, our A Block of 2022, who left an impression on the House in our own, unique way. Thomas McCall played first team cricket, earned the title of highest runs scorer, and was also selected for the South African U19 world cup training squad. Oliver Cheales played in the first water polo team while Ntando Khumalo and Matt de Villiers both represented the first basketball team which enjoyed a terrific season. Noah Bedingham captained the first squash team. Thomas McCall played in the second XV as vice-captain. Alban le Vieux, a member of the war-cry committee, played in the third XV making massive contributions to the second team off the bench. Noah Bedingham played in the first hockey XI. Alban le Vieux also played in the second football XI and Max Chapman led the competition marimba band and with his various accomplishments in the Music Department earned himself Music honors. The men of Pascoe would not have the love we have for our House if it wasn’t for the staff who give so much of themselves. We bid farewell to Mrs Sally Cahill and Ms Aldi Smith as they both move to East next year. We wish them all of the best for the next chapter of their time at Michaelhouse. Thank you to Mrs Penelope Ndlovu, who spends hours each day making sure that our House looks and feels like a home. Thank you also to our Housemother, Ms Sindi Mnikathi for her hard work in making sure that Pascoe is in good shape by focusing on the finer details such as making each boy feel special on their birthday. To the House tutors, thank you so much for taking time away from your families to ensure that we are safe and are making the most of our opportunities at Michaelhouse. Special mention goes to Mr Grant Ball who transferred to Tatham at the end of the third quarter. Thank you to him for his contribution to Pascoe. With this, we welcomed Mr JP Olivier back to Pascoe. We are excited about the energy he has brought to the House in just one quarter, and look forward to his fantastic contributions in the years ahead. Finally, thank you to our Housemaster, Mr Ngcobo for the amount of himself that he gave to the House. This fine House saw a plethora of achievements this year, varying from Block to Block, but the worth of our House is more than just the sum of our achievements. This House thrives yes, but where we set ourselves apart is in the memories and friendships we make. There truly is no finer place to spend five years at Michaelhouse. To my Pascoe family, we will never forget you. SALVETE: Elliot Springate, Adam Collins, Connor Coutts, Nkanyezi Ndlovu, Nicholas French, Dane Harrison, Reece Hubner, Gabriel Isabwa, Cameron Jones, Matthew Sam uels, Robert Short, Sizwe Sibotshiwe, Riley van Schoor, Etienne Weyers, Joshua Aissing, Daniel Aissing VALETE: Noah Bedingham, Tawana Makura, Oliver Cheales, Samuel Mitchell, Max Chapman, Matt de Villiers, Ntando Khumalo, Ryan Bruwer, Thomas Mccall, Alban le Vieux, Blake Neale, Reece Hubner, Dane Harrison, Sizwe Sibotshiwe

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