“The School of Choice”: Northwood School Boys Prepare War Cry Ahead of Finals, SA Divided

• The boys from Northwood School were filmed in the stands passionately performing their famous war cry ahead of their winter season rugby and hockey finals
• The spirited clip, shared on the school’s official TikTok account, garnered immense excitement from students and supporters online
• Social media users were impressed, with many expressing their anticipation for the upcoming finale and playfully comparing the school's performance to other rivals

An electrifying video captured the spirit of a Durban school, leaving many online viewers impressed.

The inspiring clip, shared on the school’s official TikTok account @northwoodschool, showed a passionate display of school spirit that has many fans buzzing with excitement.

The video featured the boys of Northwood School in their school stands, shouting out their war cry. The clip was filmed in anticipation of their winter season rugby and hockey finale, which is set to take place soon.

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A school's powerful spirit

The learners looked passionate as they moved in a synchronised manner to both the left and the right. With some of the boys leading the pack, they sang their hearts out, showcasing their loyalty and pride for their school and its sports teams. The boys’ energetic display of their war cry was not just a show of support but also a clear signal of their unity and readiness for the upcoming finale.

What is a school war cry?

A school war cry is an organised chant used to motivate players, build team spirit, and rally supporters. It is a tradition, especially in sports like rugby, to showcase school pride and unity. It's also used to create an intimidating atmosphere for the opposing team.

This tradition can foster a sense of belonging and community among students, connecting them to their school's history and heritage. A reliable source for information on school war cries and their role in South African sports culture is the book 'A History of South African Rugby' by André Odendaal and Wim de Villiers.

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SA reacts to the war cry

The clip gained massive views, likes, and comments from social media users who were impressed by the boys' passion. Many commenters expressed their excitement for the upcoming finale, stating they could not wait to watch the games.

Some users engaged in some lighthearted rivalry, jokingly commenting that Northwood was copying the war cry of fellow province mates Maritzburg College, a school with its famous traditions. Others compared the Northwood war cry to that of other schools, sparking a friendly online debate about which school had the most intimidating or passionate chant

User @Lilitha said:

"The school of choice."

User @notmeghal added:

"All fun and games till the report comes @︎𝘼𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙯 @Meshy💥."

User @k💫shared:

"Never skip a war cry Wednesday."

User @John Villafuerte added:

"I don't know why people want me to laugh at their jokes and agree to their nonsense."

User @Look_for_me_Pookie said:

"No offence. Why do you have a school filled with boys who are forward? Add girls to level it out."

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User @Booger Man commented:

"My next brotherhood next year 😭."

Watch the TikTok video below:

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Proofreading by Kelly Lippke, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

Source: Briefly News