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Mar 24, 11 •
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Comments Off on South Africa keen to maintain the momentum in Hong Kong
The Springbok Sevens will be keen to build on their momentum gained from their success in Las Vegas when they contest the Hong Kong Sevens from tomorrow in the popular Far East destination. England and New Zealand currently lead the HSBC Sevens World Series...
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Mar 24, 11 •
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Comments Off on Boland Team announced to play Pumas on Friday 25 March
Jonathan Francke Boland Cavaliers vs Pumas – Friday 25 March, 16:30, Boland Stadium (Wellington) 1. Charl du Plessis 2. Clement Lewis 3. Rossouw Kruger 4. Lehan Koekemoer 5. Grant le Roux 6. Franzel September 7. Junior Bester 8. Zandre Jordaan 9. Bolla...
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Mar 23, 11 •
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Comments Off on Baby Boks aiming to end tour on a high
SA Under-20 captain Arno Botha on Wednesday said that the Baby Boks are determined to end their two week tour of Argentina on a high by securing consecutive victories over the Pumas U20 on Thursday when these teams meet up in the second international friendly...
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Mar 22, 11 •
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Comments Off on All Black star players invite all Super Rugby Fans and expats to join at Twickenham
McCaw, Carter and Williams have called on all Kiwi, Aussie and Bok fans to join them at Twickenham for the clash between the Crusaders and the Sharks!! The recent earthquake in Christchurch, New Zeeland has touched the lives of many and this clash between 2...
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Mar 20, 11 •
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Comments Off on Baby Boks secure first tour win
The SA U20s secured their first victory on their three-match Argentinean tour following their 46-29 win over the Argentina U20s at the Lawn Tennis Club in Santiago del Estero on Saturday night. Both teams played an expansive and attacking brand of rugby and...
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Mar 18, 11 •
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International, World Rugby Junior Championship •
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Comments Off on Baby Boks SA u20 team announced to play Argentina u20 on Saturday
Friday, 18 March 2011 Baby Boks SA u20 team announced to play Argentina u20 on Saturday Winger Wandile Mjekevu, centre Francois Venter and flanker Siya Kolisi who represented the Baby Boks during last year’s IRB Junior World Championship were on Friday...
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Mar 18, 11 •
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Comments Off on Women’s rugby to benefit from project ‘Capacity Building’
A new initiative by the South African Rugby Union and the Department of Sport and Recreation aims to lay the foundation for an ambitious process to substantially broaden the base of Women’s rugby in South Africa. SARU and the Department of Sport joined...
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Mar 17, 11 •
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Comments Off on Tough Hong Kong examination for Springbok Sevens
The Springbok Sevens team will not get carried away by the success in their previous tournament, when they broke their long Cup drought with victory at the USA Sevens in Las Vegas. Team captain Kyle Brown said although there was a huge measure of relief...
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Mar 17, 11 •
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Comments Off on Baby Boks SA u20 concede first tour defeat in Argentina
A last-minute try by Argentinean XV reserve winger Rodrigo Ponce De León consigned the SA U20 team to an 8-7 defeat in their opening tour warm up match played at the Lawn Tennis Club in Santiago del Estero on Wednesday night. Both teams struggled to gain...
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Mar 16, 11 •
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Comments Off on SANZAR Super Rugby match official appointment for Week 5
SANZAR Super Rugby match official appointment for Week 5 Week5 – Fri 18 March Chiefs vs Sharks in Hamilton Referee: Garratt Williamson Assistant Referees: Kane McBride & Nick Briant TMO: Shane McDermott Reds vs Rebels in Brisbane Referee:...
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Mar 16, 11 •
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International, Rugby World Cup News, RWC 2011, World Rugby •
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Comments Off on Decision made not host RWC 2011 matches in Christchurch due to earthquake
March 16, 2011 Decision on Christchurch’s hosting of RWC 2011 matches • Stadium Christchurch requires extensive repairs, timeframes uncertain • Quarter-finals reallocated to Eden Park...
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Mar 14, 11 •
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International, World Rugby •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Another teenager set for Springbok Sevens debut
Springbok Sevens coach Paul Treu today included another uncapped player in his squad for the next two HSBC Sevens World Series tournaments in Hong Kong and Adelaide. Tshotsho Mbovane, who last year played for the SA U18 High Performance Squad and represented...
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Mar 10, 11 •
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Comments Off on SARU Media Release SA U20 squad boosted for Argentina tour
SA U20 squad boosted for Argentina tour SA Under-20 coach Dawie Theron on Thursday confirmed the inclusion of DHL Western Province flank Siya Kolisi and prop Steven Kitshoff in his squad that will depart for Buenos Aires on Sunday for friendly matches against...
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Feb 28, 11 •
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Comments Off on Springbok Sevens face powerful Samoa in Adelaide pools
The Springbok Sevens will face powerful champions Samoa in Pool D of the Australian International Rugby Sevens at the Adelaide Oval on 2-3 April. The IRB announced the pool draw for the sixth leg of the HSBC Sevens World Series earlier today. Having won the...
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Feb 24, 11 •
1976 Views •
International, National, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News, World Rugby •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on SANZAR Nations stand as one behind Christchurch and New Zealand
SANZAR today announced that the South African, Australian and New Zealand Super Rugby teams would stand as one in round two to show their support for the victims of this week’s earthquake in Christchurch. SANZAR CEO, Greg Peters said it was hard to...
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Feb 23, 11 •
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Comments Off on WIN! with Samsonite and Rugby15
To celebrate the start of the new Super Rugby season, Rugby15.co.za in association with Samsonite Luggage are giving Rugby15 Facebook Fans the chance to win a Samsonite B-Lite 75cm Trolley Case to the value of R1995.00. Rugby15 will sweeten the deal by...
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Feb 23, 11 •
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Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Crusaders withdraw from Super Rugby match, SANZAR nations stand behind earthquake-stricken franchise
SANZAR CEO Greg Peters has announced that the Crusaders will withdraw from their Super Rugby match against the Hurricanes in Wellington on Saturday, following the devastating earthquake that struck Christchurch yesterday. SANZAR rugby nations New Zealand,...
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Feb 23, 11 •
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Comments Off on Rugby New Zeeland 2011 Statement on Christchurch Earthquake
Rugby New Zealand 2011 (RNZ 2011) CEO Martin Snedden today expressed sympathy to the people of Christchurch as the city deals with the aftermath of yesterday’s devastating earthquake. “Our thoughts are very much with the people of Christchurch during this...
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Feb 22, 11 •
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Comments Off on SARU Media Release on Christchurch Earthquake
The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has written to the New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) to express its condolences and offer solidarity with New Zealanders and their rugby community following the devastating earthquake in Christchurch. Mr Oregan Hoskins,...
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Feb 22, 11 •
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Comments Off on SA U20s squad named for Argentina Tour
More than a dozen players who competed in pre-season Vodacom Super Rugby and Vodacom Cup matches, as well as in the FNB Varsity Cup were selected in the South Africa Under-20 squad that will travel to Argentina to participate in a series of internationals...
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Feb 18, 11 •
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Comments Off on Rugby scores Virgin Sports Industry Awards hat-trick
Rugby scooped three awards at the Virgin Active Sports Industry Awards at a glittering ceremony at Emperor’s Palace on Thursday evening. The South African Rugby Union (SARU), the Vodacom Bulls and DHL Western Province were all honoured at a star-studded...
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Feb 18, 11 •
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Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Boks Sevens to build on Las Vegas form in Hong Kong
Springbok Sevens coach Paul Treu believes that the confidence gained by his young players following their success at the USA Sevens which saw them claim their first Cup trophy of the season will hold them in good stead as they prepare for the Cathay...
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Feb 18, 11 •
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Comments Off on SARU welcomes inclusion of Kings in IRB Nations Cup
The South African Rugby Union (SARU) today welcomed the inclusion of a South African Kings team in the 2011 edition of the IRB Nations Cup tournament. IRB Nations Cup 2010 champions Namibia join hosts Romania and Georgia, who have all qualified for the 2011...
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Feb 15, 11 •
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Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on SANZAR dedicates first round of Super Rugby to supporting disaster relief
Following the recent devastation caused by natural disasters in Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, SANZAR has announced it will dedicate the first round of the new Super Rugby season to help drive awareness and support for disaster relief fundraising,...
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Feb 14, 11 •
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Comments Off on Waratahs displaying brilliant skills
You have seen the All Blacks do it….now have a smile and enjoy the brilliant display of skills from the Waratahs!! You will be amazed!! If you have missed the All Blacks freestyle summer skills video. View it below...
