Archive for the ‘General News’ Category

  • Els on back of Lions jersey

    Mar 3, 16 • 1931 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Els on back of Lions jersey

    Don’t be puzzled when the Emirates Lions take the field for their Super Rugby clash with the Chiefs in Hamilton on Saturday morning at 06:15 in the FMG Stadium in Hamilton with a distinct blue and white flavour. Yes, blue and white. The Emirates Lions will...

  • Emirates Lions team to take on the Chiefs

    Mar 3, 16 • 1521 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Emirates Lions team to take on the Chiefs

    Emirates Lions vs Chiefs Hamilton (06:15 SA time)   The Emirates Lions to take on the Chiefs in Hamilton on Saturday (06:15 SA time) show three changes to the starting line-up and as many on the bench for this Vodacom Super Rugby encounter.   Harold...

  • St.George Queensland Reds side to play Western Force

    Mar 3, 16 • 1403 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on St.George Queensland Reds side to play Western Force

    The St.George Queensland Reds have named their side for their first home game of the 2016 season. Head coach Richard Graham has made two changes to the starting lineup. An ankle injury to Henry Teafu (6-8 weeks) has forced a backline shuffle, with Karmichael...

  • Sio seals new three-year contract with Australian Rugby

    Mar 3, 16 • 1822 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Sio seals new three-year contract with Australian Rugby

    Emerging Qantas Wallabies prop Scott Sio has set his sights on a return to the game’s biggest stage after committing to Australian Rugby on a new three-year deal. Sio, who made his Test debut against New Zealand in 2013, was one of the standout performers...

  • MCCALMAN RETURNS FOR FORCE SIDE TO FACE REDS

    Mar 3, 16 • 1771 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on MCCALMAN RETURNS FOR FORCE SIDE TO FACE REDS

    Wallaby No.8 Ben McCalman has been named on the bench in one of three changes to the Western Force team set to do battle with the Queensland Reds at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday, 5 March, with both sides on the hunt for their first win of the season. Coming...

  • Currie Cup back to grassroots

    Mar 3, 16 • 2123 Views • General NewsComments Off on Currie Cup back to grassroots

    The Golden Lions Rugby Union will take Currie Cup rugby – and the coveted Cup which they won last year – back to its stake holders at clubs such as Alberton, Diggers, Pirates, Jo’burg Police and Roodepoort this season. Alberton (Blue Bulls), Diggers...

  • All Blacks nominated for Laureus World Team of the Year Award

    Mar 2, 16 • 1954 Views • General News, International, South AfricaComments Off on All Blacks nominated for Laureus World Team of the Year Award

    BERLIN, March 2, 2016 – South Africa’s remarkable and versatile Paralympic athlete Pieter du Preez has been nominated for the Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability Award, following his outstanding performances in 2015. Du Preez won...

  • MARTIN CASTROGIOVANNI suspended for two weeks

    Mar 2, 16 • 2740 Views • General News, International, Six NationsComments Off on MARTIN CASTROGIOVANNI suspended for two weeks

    Martin Castrogiovanni, the Italy prop forward, appeared today before an independent Six Nations Disciplinary Committee, having been cited by an independent Citing Commissioner for allegedly stamping on an opponent (Law 10.4(b)) in the RBS 6 Nations match...

  • SA Select Women target strong start in Las Vegas

    Mar 2, 16 • 3434 Views • General News, International, Sevens Rugby, Sevens World Series, World RugbyComments Off on SA Select Women target strong start in Las Vegas

    SA Select Women’s coach Renfred Dazel said on Wednesday his team hoped to register a strong start to the Las Vegas Invitational, which kicks off on Thursday, as they look to build momentum and confidence early on in the tournament. The team will face a...

  • CELL C SHARKS STAND UP FOR SOUTH AFRICA

    Mar 2, 16 • 1826 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on CELL C SHARKS STAND UP FOR SOUTH AFRICA

    Durban, 2nd March 2016:  The new generation Cell C Sharks play their first home match in 2016 Super Rugby when they face the Jaguares, from Argentina, at Growthpoint Kings Park on Saturday – and the Durban team will be making a stand for national...

  • One change for Vodacom Bulls

    Mar 2, 16 • 1509 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on One change for Vodacom Bulls

    Vodacom Bulls coach Nollis Marais named an unchanged pack to play the Rebels on Saturday at Loftus Versfeld in the first home game for the team in the 2016 Vodacom Super Rugby tournament, but an injury to Jesse Kriel will see Burger Odendaal start in the...

  • KES Easter Festival 2016 Fixtures

    Mar 2, 16 • 2273 Views • General News, School, School Rugby FestivalsComments Off on KES Easter Festival 2016 Fixtures

    2016 MAR 24 08:30 KES Easter Festival St Benedicts College vs Hoërskool Waterkloof  _______________________________________ 2016 MAR 24 09:45 KES Easter Festival St Davids Marist (Inanda) vs Kingswood College  _______________________________________...

  • BNZ Crusaders team to play the Blues

    Mar 2, 16 • 1617 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on BNZ Crusaders team to play the Blues

    The BNZ Crusaders will host the Blues at AMI Stadium this Friday night in round 2 of the Investec Super Rugby competition. Head Coach Todd Blackadder has made just one change to the side that played the Chiefs last weekend – Pete Samu comes into the...

  • Milestones aplenty as Tahs keep same starting side for Brumbies

    Mar 2, 16 • 1395 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Milestones aplenty as Tahs keep same starting side for Brumbies

    NSW Waratahs Head Coach, Daryl Gibson has made no changes to his starting side for this Friday’s round two blockbuster against the Brumbies in Canberra. Gibson has opted for the same run-on 15 that helped deliver a bonus point 30-10 win over the Queensland...

  • Three stars extend Vodacom Bulls contracts

    Mar 2, 16 • 1740 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Three stars extend Vodacom Bulls contracts

    Three Vodacom Bulls stars extended their contracts with the Vodacom Bulls for another two years, the Blue Bulls Company (Pty) Ltd confirmed on Wednesday. Rugby World Cup bronze medallist and Springbok scrumhalf Rudy Paige, Junior Springbok and utility back...

  • Things can only get better from here

    Mar 1, 16 • 1475 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Things can only get better from here

    Round 1 of Super Rugby is done and dusted and it was not the result the Southern Kings hoped for when they played the Cell C Sharks in Port Elizabeth this past Saturday. The home side gave the Sharks a good run for their money in the first 40 minutes, as...

  • FNB Varsity Cup presented by Steinhoff International announces match postponement

    Mar 1, 16 • 1961 Views • General News, Varsity & Club, Varsity CupComments Off on FNB Varsity Cup presented by Steinhoff International announces match postponement

    The Board of FNB Varsity Cup presented by Steinhoff International today announced that it has extended the postponement of all Varsity Cup fixtures to allow universities across the country the opportunity to address various challenges faced at their...

  • Western Province Rugby CEO Rob Wagner retires

    Mar 1, 16 • 3805 Views • General News, South Africa, Super RugbyComments Off on Western Province Rugby CEO Rob Wagner retires

    After 25 years of unwavering service to Western Province Rugby and the Western Province Rugby Union (WPRFU), CEO Rob Wagner will take long leave effective immediately. Mr Wagner has been a faithful servant of the union, and was at the forefront in the...

  • PAM GOLDING PROPERTIES GRAEME RUGBY DAY

    Mar 1, 16 • 2644 Views • General News, School, School Rugby FestivalsComments Off on PAM GOLDING PROPERTIES GRAEME RUGBY DAY

    ALTHOUGH some critics feel Stirling may struggle, Grey High rugby coach Tim Fraser says they will not be making the mistake of taking their opponents lightly when they clash in the Pam Golding Properties Graeme Rugby Day in Grahamstown on March 12....

  • World Rugby U20 Championship: England marks 100 days to go

    Mar 1, 16 • 1636 Views • BabyBoks U20, General News, International, Junior Rugby, World Rugby Junior ChampionshipComments Off on World Rugby U20 Championship: England marks 100 days to go

    The countdown to the World Rugby U20 Championship has begun with just 100 days to go until the competition kicks-off at the AJ Bell Stadium, home of Sale Sharks. Credited with showcasing the future stars of rugby, the World Rugby U20 Championship heads to...

  • SUPER RUGBY REFEREES FOR ROUND 2

    Mar 1, 16 • 1979 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on SUPER RUGBY REFEREES FOR ROUND 2

    SANZAAR has announced referee appointments for Round 2 of the 2016 Super Rugby season. Match Crusaders v Blues @ AMI Stadium, Christchurch Date Friday 4 March 2016 Kick-Off 19:35 local Referee Paul Williams AR1 Chris Pollock AR2 Brendon Pickerill TMO Ben...

  • England squad update

    Mar 1, 16 • 2487 Views • General News, International, Six NationsComments Off on England squad update

    33 players assembled at Bath Spa Hotel this evening for a training week at the University of Bath. Forwards (19) Kieran Brookes (Northampton Saints) Dan Cole (Leicester Tigers) Luke Cowan-Dickie (Exeter Chiefs) Jack Clifford (Harlequins) Dave Ewers (Exeter...

  • Durban High School Festival 150th Celebration Fixtures

    Mar 1, 16 • 4266 Views • General News, School, School Rugby FestivalsComments Off on Durban High School Festival 150th Celebration Fixtures

    2016 MAR 17 11:00 Durban High School Festival Kloof High School vs George Campbell School  _________________________________________ 2016 MAR 17 12:00 Durban High School Festival Clifton School (Durban) vs Hoërskool Voortrekker (Pmb)...

  • WP Rugby Schools Day 2016 Fixtures

    Mar 1, 16 • 1798 Views • General News, SchoolComments Off on WP Rugby Schools Day 2016 Fixtures

      2016 MAR 15 15:00 WP Rugby Schools Day Hoërskool Tygerberg vs Milnerton High School ________________________________________ 2016 MAR 15 15:46 WP Rugby Schools Day Rondebosch Boys High vs Brackenfell High School...

  • Fichardtpark Sports Day 2016 Fixtures

    Mar 1, 16 • 1980 Views • General News, SchoolComments Off on Fichardtpark Sports Day 2016 Fixtures

      2016 MAR 05 08:00 Fichardtpark Sports Day Hentie Cilliers High School vs Hoërskool Kalahari ____________________________________________________ 2016 MAR 05 09:10 Fichardtpark Sports Day Ficksburg High School vs Hoërskool Hopetown...