Lions and Swys de Bruin part ways
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Loading...After 7 years with the Lions, initially as an Assistant Coach and thereafter as Head Coach, Swys de
Bruin will part with the Lions Rugby Company (Pty) Ltd. This decision is mutual, and both Lions
Rugby Company (Pty) Ltd. and Swys de Bruin have parted ways amicably.
“Swys has made a ground breaking contribution in the style of play and attacking patterns to the
Team whereby memorable tries have been scored at Emirates Airline Park. On behalf of the
management, players, and supporters we thank him and wish him well in his future endeavours”
comments Rudolf Straeuli.
During his tenure the Lions won the Vodacom Cup in 2013, the Currie Cup in 2015 and reached the
Vodacom Super Rugby finals is 2016, 2017 and 2018.
“It was an unbelievable 7 years with the Lions family. Thank you to everyone who made it special
and memorable. I pray for the team to receive God’s blessings. The Lions will always have a special
place in my heart, and always remember as a Team we play to score tries and inspire people by the
way we play” concludes Swys de Bruin.
Lions Rugby Company (Pty) Ltd. will proceed with an internal process and will consult with SA Rugby
as well as other Stakeholders in the appointment of a successor.
*no further information regarding the matter will be disclosed due to the confidentiality thereof.
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