Vernon Matongo

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Vernon Matongo
Born (2002-02-20) 20 February 2002 (age 24)
Harare, Zimbabwe
Height179 cm (5 ft 10 in)
Weight120 kg (265 lb; 18 st 13 lb)
SchoolNorthwood School
UniversityStellenbosch University
Rugby union career
Position Prop
Current team Stormers / Western Province
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2024– Western Province
2024– Stormers 11 (0)
Correct as of 26 October 2025

Vernon Matongo (born 20 February 2002) is a Zimbabwean rugby union player, who plays for the Stormers and Western Province. His preferred position is prop.[1]

Early career

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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

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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

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