Full name | Maropeng Cavemen | |
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Nickname(s) | Cavemen | |
Founded | 2016 | |
League | Premier Hockey League | |
Website | premierhockeyleague | |
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Maropeng Cavemen is a South Africa field hockey club. The club was established in 2016, and is one of 6 established to compete in South African Hockey Association's new premier domestic competition, Premier Hockey League. [1] [2]
The Maropeng Cavemen have been inspired by famous tourist areas in Maropeng Visitors Centre, Cradle of Humankind in Gauteng.
The men's team was announced on 10 July 2019. [3]
Head Coach: Mark Sanders
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