South African Hockey is proud to unveil the SA Men’s High Performance Squad for the 2025/26 season – a talented and dynamic group of players who will form the backbone of our international ambitions over the next cycle.
This squad brings together established internationals, exciting young prospects, and proven performers, all selected to continue driving South African hockey forward on the world stage.
A Word from Head of High Performance, Reggie Smith
“This is an exciting time for South African men’s hockey. The 2025/26 High Performance Squad reflects both continuity and renewal – rewarding players who have delivered consistently at the highest level while also providing opportunities to the next generation of stars.
Our vision is to build depth, enhance competitiveness, and ensure that South African hockey remains a force globally. Each of these players has shown the qualities – skill, resilience, and commitment – that are essential to our high-performance pathway.”
SA Men’s High Performance Squad
| Name | Caps | Name | Caps | Name | Caps |
| Andrew Hobson | 41 | Fawaaz Kahder | 6 | Niel Raath | 0 |
| Angelo Walstroom | 5 | Gianluca Virissimo | 0 | Nic Spooner | 76 |
| Ayakha Mthalane | 0 | Hans Neethling | 2 | Peabo Lembethe | 81 |
| Bili Ntuli | 108 | Jacques Van Tonder | 37 | Reuben Sendzul | 5 |
| Brendan Du Toit | 0 | Jamie Seale | 5 | Ryan Mann | 0 |
| Calvin Davis | 11 | Jaydon Brooker | 5 | Sam Mvimbi | 68 |
| Cameron Fullerton | 0 | Keenan Horne | 124 | Senzwesihle Ngubane | 29 |
| Carlon Mentoor | 5 | Litha Kraai | 0 | Sian Maart | 0 |
| Clayton Saker | 19 | Luke Wynford | 7 | Tevin Petersen | 0 |
| Cullin De Jager | 0 | Marvin Simons | 5 | Thabang Jeyi | 0 |
| Damian Knott | 0 | Matt De Sousa | 53 | Trevor De Lora | 26 |
| Daniel Dillon | 0 | Michael Horan | 0 | Viwe Mbata | 0 |
| Dayaan Cassiem | 82 | Mustapha Cassiem | 59 | Zenani Kraai | 28 |
This announcement marks the next step in South Africa’s journey toward excellence, as the squad prepares for major international competitions and high-performance camps in the lead-up to the global stage.
