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Apr 14, 14 •
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Comments Off on Mvovo has “Vooma”
14 APRIL 2014: Cell C Sharks speedster Lwazi Mvovo proved this weekend he was equally adept in the last line of defense as on the wing. There had been questions whether director of rugby Jake White made the right decision to shift the flyer from the wing to...
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Apr 14, 14 •
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General News, Premier Schools •
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Comments Off on Match Review – Paul Roos vs Grey High
If ever there was a game of two halves, this must surely be it. On a very hot April day in Stellenbosch, the two schools provided the perfect kick off for the Mutual and Federal Premier Interschools series. Paul Roos started off like a house on fire and...
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Apr 14, 14 •
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Comments Off on All to play for in the North as the South is settled – Vodacom Cup Round 6 Review
While the four teams who will contest the Vodacom Cup quarter-finals from the South Section have been decided, the race to get into the playoffs in the North Section is not over yet after the penultimate round of pool action. And to add some spice, in the...
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Apr 14, 14 •
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Comments Off on Springbok Women Sevens defend CAR title
The Springbok Women Sevens on Saturday progressed through the Confederation of African Rugby (CAR) Sevens tournament in Kenya unbeaten to defend their title in style – a result which inspired coach Renfred Dazel with an eye on the IRB Women’s Sevens World...
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Apr 14, 14 •
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Comments Off on Cell C Sharks remain at the summit – Vodacom Super Rugby Round 9 Review
The Cell C Sharks ground out their sixth win of the Vodacom Super Rugby season to stay at the top of the standings, but for the other three South African teams in action this weekend, the ninth round wasn’t a happy one. The KwaZulu-Natalians beat a plucky...
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Apr 14, 14 •
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Craven Week, General News, School •
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Comments Off on Limpopo Craven Week trials
For limpopo craven week first trials nylstroom starting xv first team 1.thabang mothoa 2.stephan bekker 3.sunnyboy rasebeka 4.jaco greef 5.schalk du plessis 6.riaan du toit 7.bernard schmidt 8.jasper minaar 9.lerato keagile 10.ruve louw 11.allen de koker...
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Apr 14, 14 •
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Comments Off on Ihaia West called into Blues squad to replace Baden Kerr
Hawke’s Bay Magpies and Maori All Blacks first five-eighths Ihaia West has been called into the Blues squad to replace the injured Baden Kerr who has been ruled out for the rest of the season. After fracturing a bone at the base of his thumb in a pre-season...
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Apr 11, 14 •
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Comments Off on Australian Rugby Union rules Israel Folau out of Western Force clash
NSW Waratahs fullback Israel Folau has been ruled out of tomorrow night’s match against the Western Force in Perth by Australian Rugby Union, following further medical advice regarding his throat injury. The decision was made by the Australian Rugby...
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Apr 11, 14 •
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General News, School, School Rugby Festivals •
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Comments Off on Treat for spectators at the Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival
Twelve of the country’s top rugby-playing schools, many of which don’t ordinarily play each other during the season, are gearing up for next week’s clashes at the Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival. A strong mix of teams will be participating this year:...
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Apr 11, 14 •
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Europe, General News •
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Comments Off on RFU statement on European Rugby
RFU Chairman Bill Beaumont CBE said: “The benefits will be seen far and wide, from the clubs to the supporters, sponsors and everyone who has followed the fabulous mix of high class rugby and good natured rivalry – all played out in many spectacular...
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Apr 11, 14 •
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Comments Off on Dazel expects onslaught at CAR Women’s Sevens
Springbok Women’s Sevens coach Renfred Dazel has warned his team to expect a tough onslaught at the Confederation of African Rugby (CAR) tournament in Kenya on Saturday as they attempt to defend their title at the African showpiece. The Springbok Women’s...
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Apr 11, 14 •
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General News, Premier Schools •
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Comments Off on Paul Roos Gymnasium vs Grey High School – team announcement ahead of Saturday’s derby
Paul Roos Gymnasium will play Grey High School at Markotter Field in Stellenbosch on Saturday 12 April, in the next Mutual & Federal Premier Interschools match, televised LIVE on SuperSport 1 and Supersport 1 HD at 14hl5. Mutual & Federal Premier...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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General News, International, World Rugby Junior Championship •
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Comments Off on Prince William to mark 50 days to kick-off of Junior World Championship 2014
Prince William to formally hand JWC trophy to hosts New Zealand 8,000 free tickets already snapped up for Regal Rugby Fun Day Mass haka of Otago First XV players to welcome Royal Couple to stadium His Royal Highness, the Duke of Cambridge will formally mark...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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General News, International •
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Comments Off on 30,000 tickets sold for All Blacks v England at Eden Park
Tickets for the All Blacks v England Test match at Eden Park on June 7 are going fast, with more than 30,000 tickets already sold this week. The eagerly anticipated first match of the Steinlager Series went on sale on Monday and two thirds of the tickets have...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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Comments Off on BRACHE STARTS AS FORCE READIES FOR WARATAHS
Outside centre Marcel Brache earns his first opportunity in the starting line-up when the Western Force fronts the NSW Waratahs at the ‘Force Field’ (nib Stadium) this Saturday (12 April). The Force returns home on the back of four successive victories...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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General News, Vodacom Cup •
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Comments Off on CAVALIERS MUST PLAY FULL 80 MINUTES AGAINST KINGS
If there is one thing the Regent Boland Cavaliers would want to replicate in their clash against the Eastern Province Kings this coming Friday, it would be their first-half display against the Vodacom Cup log leaders, the Cell C Sharks XV, this past Saturday...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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General News, Vodacom Cup •
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Comments Off on Cell C Sharks XV announced
Tusker Simba XV vs Cell C Sharks XV Date: Saturday, 12 April 2014 Time: 14h00 Venue: City Park, Cape Town 15. Sean Robinson 14. Sizo Maseko 13. Quentin Crocker 12. Andre Esterhuizen 11. Tonderai Chavhanga 10. Tim Swiel 9. Shannon Rick 8. Johan Meyer 7. Justin...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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General News, Vodacom Cup •
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Comments Off on Golden Lions team announced for Vodacom Cup fixture
TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT VODACOM CUP ROUND 6: LIMPOPO BLUE BULLS VS GOLDEN LIONS Golden Lions head coach Russell Winter has named his 22-man side to front the Limpopo Blue Bulls in Polokwane on Friday. The match will kick off at 15h00. Ricky Schroeder will once...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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Comments Off on Toyota Vrystaat XV vs DHL WP
Toyota Vrystaat XV speel Saterdag, 12 April teen DHL WP in die City Park Stadion in Kaapstad. Die wedstryd skop om 15:30 af. Toyota Vrystaat XV vs DHL WP City Park Stadion, Kaapstad Saterdag, 12 April 2014 15 Full back Cyster Luke 14 Right wing Brandt Alvin...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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Comments Off on Crusaders team to play the Cheetahs
Crusaders Head Coach Todd Blackadder has named his team to play the Cheetahs this weekend and has stuck with largely the same 23 players who beat the Lions last week. The only player who was not involved last week is Kieran Read, who returns to captain the...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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Comments Off on Israel Folau back to face Force
NSW Waratahs fullback Israel Folau will make his return to Asteron Life Super Rugby against the Western Force on Saturday, after being sidelined for two weeks with a throat injury. Fully recovered and ready to go, Folau makes his comeback as part of a...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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Comments Off on Cell C Sharks XV Team announced
Tusker Simba XV vs Cell C Sharks XV Date : Saturday, 12 April 2014 Time : 14h00 Venue : City Park, Cape Town 15. Sean Robinson 14. Sizo Maseko 13. Quentin Crocker 12. Andre Esterhuizen 11. Tonderai Chavhanga 10. Tim Swiel 9. Shannon Rick 8....
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Apr 10, 14 •
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BabyBoks U20, General News, International, World Rugby Junior Championship •
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Comments Off on SA U20 hopefuls made to work hard in Stellenbosch
South Africa Under-20 head coach Dawie Theron is cracking the whip to prepare his training group for the daunting task of winning the prestigious Junior World Championship title in New Zealand in June. Since the squad assembled in Stellenbosch almost...
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Apr 10, 14 •
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Comments Off on VODACOM CUP ROUND 6: LIMPOPO BLUE BULLS VS GOLDEN LIONS
Golden Lions head coach Russell Winter has named his 22-man side to front the Limpopo Blue Bulls in Polokwane on Friday. The match will kick off at 15h00. Ricky Schroeder will once again captain the side. 15. Chrysander Botha 14....
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Apr 10, 14 •
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Comments Off on Lions team announced for home clash against the Sharks
TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT VODACOM SUPER RUGBY ROUND 9: LIONS VS CELL C SHARKS Lions head coach Johan Ackermann has named his 23-man team to take on the Cell C Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday evening. Ackermann has opted for consistency, making just one...
