| Born | (2002-02-28) 28 February 2002 Harare, Zimbabwe | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Height | 181 cm (5 ft 11 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 117 kg (258 lb; 18 st 6 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| School | Northwood School | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| University | Stellenbosch University | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Vernon Matongo (born 28 February 2002) is a Zimbabwean rugby union player, who plays for the Stormers and Western Province. His preferred position is prop.1
Early career
Matongo attended Northwood School where he was Head Prefect and played rugby.2 After leaving school, he attended Stellenbosch University where he played for the Maties side.3
Professional career
Matongo was originally a member of the Sharks academy having joined after leaving school in Durban.4 Having attended university in the area, he joined the Stormers,5 making his debut in the Currie Cup for the Western Province in 2024.6 He made his debut for the Stormers in the 2024–25 European Rugby Champions Cup.7
References
References
- "Vernon Matongo". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 26 October 2025.
- "Northwood 2020 Head Prefect Address to School". Northwood School. 16 October 2019. Retrieved 26 October 2025.
- "Matongo bags degree, now rugby becomes his priority". Maties Sport. 25 March 2024. Retrieved 26 October 2025.
- "Zimbabwe Junior Rugby Player Vernon Matongo Awarded A Scholarship By Stellenbosch University". Sports Rifle 7/24. 15 June 2020. Retrieved 26 October 2025.
- "Zim rugby starlet Matongo signs pro deal at Western Province". Zim Sport Live. 18 November 2021. Retrieved 26 October 2025.
- "Blommetjies makes WP return". SA Rugby Magazine. 19 July 2024. Retrieved 26 October 2025.
- "Stormers reveal new-look team for Harlequins showdown". Rugby365. 13 December 2024. Retrieved 26 October 2025.