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Matthew Fenn

Matthew Fenn

Cape Town

Summary

A motivated and disciplined student-athlete with a proven record of leadership in both academics and sport. As captain of provincial and national water polo teams, I have developed resilience, teamwork, and strategic thinking under pressure. My involvement in the Student Representative Forum and community service reflects my commitment to making a positive impact beyond sport. I am eager to apply my skills in leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving to future academic, professional, and sporting opportunities.

Work History

Volunteer

Langa
  • Spent Time in Langa helping underprivileged children with their school work
  • Helped coach underprivileged children in rugby

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishops Diocesan College
Cape Town
12.2026

Skills

  • Leadership
    Gained through captaining multiple water polo teams at school, provincial, and national level
    Example: Leading the SA U16 team taught me how to motivate teammates, make quick decisions under pressure, and balance responsibility with performance
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
    Developed as a consistent member of Bishops’ 1st Team Water Polo and rugby squads
    Example: Learned how to work toward a shared goal with diverse personalities, respecting roles and supporting others’ strengths
  • Critical Thinking & Strategy
    Sharpened through competitive sport where reading the game and adapting quickly is essential
    Example: Anticipating opponents’ tactics in water polo matches has trained me to analyse situations fast and choose the best solution under pressure
  • Communication & Active Listening
    Strengthened through my role in the Student Representative Forum and as a team captain
    Example: Representing peers required listening to different viewpoints and presenting them clearly to leadership
  • Resilience & Discipline
    Built through balancing intense sports commitments with academics
    Example: Maintaining top-level training while keeping up with schoolwork developed focus, time management, and consistency
  • Computer Literacy
    Used for school research, presentations, and communication
    Example: Comfortable with MS Office, Google Suite, and digital collaboration tools through school projects and society involvement
  • Community Engagement & Empathy
    Learned through community service initiatives
    Example: Volunteering fostered awareness of social responsibility and the ability to connect with people from different backgrounds

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of Half Colours for Water Polo – 2024
  • Recipient of Full Colours for Water Polo – 2025
  • Captain, U16 South African Water Polo Team
  • Captain, U13–U16 Western Province Water Polo Teams
  • Member, 1st Team Bishops Water Polo (2023–2026)
  • Member, U14 & U15 Bishops A Team Rugby (2022–2023)
  • Student Representative Forum (2023–2024)
  • Member, Blue Print Society
  • Community Service Involvement

Additional Information

Rfferences: Available on request from Bishops Diocesan College Staff members or Sports Coaches

Timeline

Volunteer

Langa

High School Diploma -

Bishops Diocesan College

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