Rugby

Meyer concerned over Springbok burnout

» Posted by Johan Jacobs

New South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer will make finding common ground with Super Rugby franchises and northern hemisphere clubs over conditioning of their Springbok players his priority. Meyer was appointed on Friday as successor to Peter de Villiers and is …

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Heyneke Meyer – Facts

» Posted by Johan Jacobs

Heyneke Meyer was the first South African coach to lift the Vodacom Super Rugby trophy and is one of the most successful coaches in local rugby in the professional era. Meyer has been part of teams that have not only …

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Pocock appointed Force skipper

» Posted by Johan Jacobs

Australia international David Pocock has been named captain of the Western Force for the upcoming Super 15 season. The openside flanker takes over from veteran Nathan Sharpe, with the impressive 23-year-old stepping straight into the role for the start of …

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Kings’ inclusion leaves SA team facing axe

» Posted by Johan Jacobs

The inclusion of Kings, who hail from Eastern Cape – the hotbed of black rugby, has left the Stormers, Sharks, Bulls, Cheetahs and Lions facing an uncertain future. One of the five teams will be out of the lucrative tournament …

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Gold starts Newcastle reign with win

» Posted by Johan Jacobs

Gary Gold’s first match effectively in charge at Newcastle Falcons ended in an emphatic 37-7 win over Sale. The Falcons’ new director of rugby kept a watching brief in the club’s previous two Amlin Cup games but the former London …

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