Day Two of the 2026 South African Indoor Hockey IPT, powered by SPAR & Tops at SPAR, delivered statement wins, dominant set-piece displays and decisive momentum shifts as the semi-final line-ups across all sections were confirmed.
The A Section continued at UKZN Westville Campus, while the B Section action unfolded at Thomas More College. With pool stages now complete, attention turns fully to knockout hockey.
MEN – A SECTION
Southern Gauteng maintained their strong form with a convincing 6–2 victory over Northern Blues. Early penalty corner efficiency set the platform before late goals ensured control of the contest.
WP Peninsula produced a composed 6–0 performance against Northerns Daisies, combining disciplined defence with clinical finishing.
SG Witsies delivered one of the most entertaining results of the day, defeating KZN Mynahs 6–3 in a contest filled with momentum swings. After trailing midway through the match, Witsies struck decisively in the final quarter to secure the win.
Western Province closed out their fixture with a controlled 3–1 victory over KZN Raiders. A quick response to an early setback and a composed second half ensured the three points.
With results finalised, the semi-finalists are confirmed and the title race intensifies.
27 February 2026 – Fixtures
08:30 – 5-8th Playoff – SG Witsies vs Northerns Daisies
09:45 – 5-8th Playoff – Northerns Blues vs KZN Mynahs
10:30 – Semi-Final – Western Province vs WP Peninsula
11:45 – Semi-Final – Southern Gauteng vs KZN Raiders
16:45 – 7th Playoff
19:15 – 5th Playoff
WOMEN – A SECTION
Northern Blues opened the day in dominant fashion with a 6–1 win over SG Witsies, showcasing sharp attacking play and consistent set-piece execution.
WP Peninsula edged KZN Raiders 2–1 in a tightly contested encounter before later securing a second win of the day with a 5–2 victory over KZN Inland.
Western Province were clinical in their 5–0 win over KZN Inland and later defeated KZN Raiders 3–1 to continue building momentum.
Southern Gauteng overcame Mpumalanga 5–1 in the morning session, but Northern Blues proved relentless later in the day with a commanding 6–2 victory over Southern Gauteng in one of the standout performances of the section.
SG Witsies added a 4–2 win over Mpumalanga to keep their campaign competitive.
With the pool phase concluded, the semi-final match-ups are now locked in and promise blockbuster encounters.
27 February 2026 – Fixtures
11:00 – 5-8th Playoff – SG Witsies vs KZN Inland
12:15 – 5-8th Playoff – KZN Raiders vs Mpumalanga
13:00 – Semi-Final – Western Province vs Southern Gauteng
14:15 – Semi-Final – Northerns Blues vs WP Peninsula
15:30 – 7th Playoff
18:00 – 5th Playoff
MEN – B SECTION
Mpumalanga A continued their unbeaten run with two strong victories. A 6–2 win over Mpumalanga B highlighted their penalty corner strength, before a disciplined 4–2 result against KZN Inland A reinforced their promotion ambitions.
KZN Inland A delivered one of the most dominant performances of the day, overpowering KZN Inland B 8–0 through relentless attacking pressure and efficient set pieces.
Mpumalanga B rounded off the day with a spirited 6–3 victory over KZN Inland B in an entertaining contest that remained competitive deep into the fourth quarter.
With the standings finalised, the promotion semi-finals are now confirmed.
27 February 2026 – Fixtures
16:00 – Semi-Final – Mpumalanga A vs KZN Inland B
17:15 – Semi-Final – KZN Inland A vs Mpumalanga B
19:45 – Bronze Medal Match
WOMEN – B SECTION
Northern Daisies began strongly with an emphatic 8–1 win over Mpumalanga B before battling to a disciplined 0–0 draw with KZN Mynahs in one of the tightest matches of the day.
KZN Mynahs produced an attacking masterclass in their 11–2 victory over KZN Inland B, showcasing depth and pace throughout.
KZN Inland B responded later with a confident 7–2 win over Mpumalanga B to close out the day positively.
Semi-final spots are now secured, and the battle for promotion reaches its decisive phase.
27 February 2026 – Fixtures
13:30 – Semi-Final – KZN Mynahs vs Mpumalanga B
14:45 – Semi-Final – Northerns Daisies vs KZN Inland
18:30 – Bronze Medal Match
Wrapping it up
With pool stages complete, the tournament now shifts firmly into knockout mode.
Across both A and B Sections, contenders have emerged, confidence is building and margins for error have disappeared. Set-piece execution, squad depth and composure in decisive moments will determine who advances to the finals.
Day Three promises high-stakes indoor hockey as semi-final places on finals day are contested in what is shaping up to be a thrilling 2026 South African Indoor Hockey IPT.
