CJS Players Named in the 2026 South Africa Top 10
What an achievement for our CJS players!
The 2026 South Africa Top 10 rankings have been announced, recognising the top junior squash players in the country across the different age groups.
Making the national Top 10 is something very special. This is not about one good tournament or one strong weekend on court. The rankings take performances across the season into account, recognising the consistency, commitment and results these players have achieved throughout the year.
We are incredibly proud to have so many CJS players included in the 2026 Top 10 rankings, including four CJS players who achieved the No. 1 ranking in South Africa in their respective age groups.
Boys U19
No. 1: Juan Corné Brand (Hoërskool Zwartkop)
Girls U19
No. 1: Starla Phillips (Home School)
No. 4: Elzandri Janse van Rensburg (Midstream College)
Boys U17
No. 1: Logan Kidson (Hoërskool Zwartkop)
No. 8: Déwan Borstlap (Hoërskool Waterkloof)
Girls U17
No. 6: Shannon Render (Hoërskool Waterkloof)
Boys U15
No. 9: Jéan Coetzee (Midstream College)
No. 10: Tiaan Goosen (Hoërskool Zwartkop)
Girls U15
No. 1: Chanel Leppan (Hoërskool Zwartkop)
No. 7: Mia Bakkes (Midstream College)
Boys U13
No. 7: Jayden Louw (Midstream Ridge Primary)
No. 8: Cayden Kock (Midstream Ridge Primary)
Girls U13
No. 5: Lois Roberts (Midstream College Primary)
A huge congratulations to every one of these players.
Reaching the Top 10 in South Africa takes commitment, many hours on court, tournaments, tough matches and consistent performances throughout the season.
An extra congratulations goes to Juan Corné Brand, Starla Phillips, Logan Kidson and Chanel Leppan, who achieved the incredible distinction of being ranked No. 1 in South Africa in their respective age groups.
To all our CJS players on the list, enjoy this achievement. You have earned your place amongst the best junior squash players in South Africa, and we are incredibly proud of you.
Congratulations!
