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Dec 4, 14 •
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Comments Off on Graham Mackenzie re-elected – Sharks
On Friday 28 November at the annual Extra Ordinary General Meeting of the KwaZulu-Natal Rugby Union, during the course of the main item on the Agenda, the election of Office-bearers took place. The President, Deputy President, Senior Vice-President and Junior...
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Dec 4, 14 •
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Comments Off on SCOTT EARNS OPPORTUNITY WITH THE FORCE
The Western Force has signed Tasman’s ITM Cup-winning winger Mitchell Scott to its squad for the next two seasons. Born in Nelson, Scott, son of late All Blacks scrumhalf Stephen Scott, was a starting member of the Tasman Makos’ 2013 ITM Cup...
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Dec 4, 14 •
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Comments Off on Joe Pietersen shares thoughts on the challenges and opportunities with Toyota Cheetahs in 2015
1. Your Twitter feed shows you love the bush, and are a keen horse rider, conservationist and photographer. Also a very proud dad. Is that a fairly accurate description of Joe Pietersen? HAHA, yes that’s a very accurate description, the horse was a one time...
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Dec 4, 14 •
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Comments Off on PUMA launch new Toyota Cheetahs Super Rugby 2015 kit
Cape Town, South Africa, 4 December 2014 – PUMA has revealed a new Toyota Cheetahs kit for the Super Rugby 2015, which focuses on the team’s two distinct colours – orange and ‘pou blou’ turquoise, rounded off with purple numbers and trimmings...
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Dec 3, 14 •
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Comments Off on 2014 GOLDEN LIONS RUGBY UNION PLAYERS ACKNOWLEDGED
Photo: Etienne Burger: Ellis Park played host to the annual glittering Golden Lions Rugby Union Player Awards event on Wednesday evening, where several individuals were acknowledged for their achievements during the 2014 season. The GLRU celebrated the...
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Dec 3, 14 •
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Comments Off on Kirsten to call it a day
The Blue Bulls Company (Pty) Ltd on Wednesday confirmed the retirement from rugby by Vodacom Bulls prop Frik Kirsten. The former Junior Springbok player suffered a neck injury in March whilst playing his 34th match for the Vodacom Bulls and underwent surgery...
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Dec 2, 14 •
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Comments Off on It’s game on for the Sharks
Durban, 2 December 2014: Two time Heineken Cup champions Toulon have accepted the challenge presented to them by The Sharks CEO John Smit to play the Cell C Sharks in a North vs. South pre-season friendly. The date for this clash has been set for Thursday,...
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Dec 1, 14 •
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Comments Off on Toddy’s Tradies and Crusaders XI named for charity cricket
The teams for this Sunday’s Cystic Fibrosis 20/20 cricket match have been named. A team of Crusaders players will take on Todd Blackadder and his team of tradesmen, to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Association of New Zealand (CFNZ). ...
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Dec 1, 14 •
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Comments Off on Win a copy of “THE BLACK & WHITE STORY – 125 Year History of the KwaZulu-Natal Rugby Union and The Sharks”
2 Lucky Rugby 15 Followers / Readers will each win a copy of “The Black and White Story – 125 Year History of the KZNRU and The Sharks”. How to win: 1- You will need to answer the following question: The Sharks (previously known as...
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Dec 1, 14 •
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Comments Off on Toyota Cheetahs – 2015 Super Rugby Fixtures
Photo: Etienne Burger Date Home Away Venue Time Saturday, February 14, 2015 Kings Park, Durban 17:05 Saturday, February 21, 2015 FS Stadium, BFN 19:10 Saturday, March 07, 2015 FS Stadium, BFN 17:05 Saturday, March 14, 2015 FS Stadium, BFN 17:05 Saturday,...
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Dec 1, 14 •
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Comments Off on The Black and White Story – 125 Year History of the KZNRU and The Sharks
The book is available at all good bookstores and is a must have for Sharks and Rugby Fans alike. 2 Lucky Rugby 15 Followers / Readers will each win a copy of “The Black and White Story – 125 Year History of the KZNRU and The Sharks”. Keep an...
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Nov 27, 14 •
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Comments Off on Win a 2015 Vodacom Bulls Super Rugby Jersey courtesy of @PUMASouthAfrica #BullsEye
5 Lucky Rugby 15 readers / followers will each win a 2015 Bulls Super Rugby replica Jersey courtesy of Puma and the Vodacom Bulls How to win: 1- You will need to answer the following question: What “eye” can be found on the...
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Nov 27, 14 •
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nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Flip van der Merwe Q&A
1. You Tweeted a photo of your PUMA boots on 18 November saying: “Been 5 months, great to put these boots back on”. What is the status of your injury – are you back in full training? I felt good after going through a recovery period for my knee...
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Nov 27, 14 •
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Comments Off on PUMA PAYS TRIBUTE TO VODACOM BULLS WITH NEW SUPER RUGBY 2015 KIT #BullsEye
Cape Town, South Africa, 27 November 2014 – PUMA has launched the new Vodacom Bulls Super Rugby 2015 kit, which is rich in heritage, pays homage to the team’s loyal fans and features a striking Bull’s head. The Bull’s head...
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Nov 27, 14 •
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Comments Off on Crusaders to take on Toddy’s Tradies in charity cricket match
The Crusaders XI are preparing to take on the Todd Blackadder-led Tradies XI in the annual Crusaders Charity Cricket match next weekend. The event has been running for more than thirty years and raises money for the Cystic Fibrosis Association of New Zealand....
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Nov 25, 14 •
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Comments Off on Mauger to coach Leicester Tigers after 2015 Super Rugby season
Crusaders Assistant Coach Aaron Mauger has accepted the Head Coach role with his old Leicester Tigers club from the 2015/16 season. Mauger, who will complete his third Super Rugby season as Assistant Coach with the Crusaders in 2015, played 53 games for the...
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Nov 25, 14 •
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Comments Off on THE CELL C SHARKS FOCUS ON CREATIVE ATTACK
Durban, 25 November 2014: With Gary Gold’s desire to play exciting, attacking rugby, and in consultation between the coaching brains trust, The Sharks have brought in a specialist in the form of attack coach Brad Mooar. Having assembled a world class squad...
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Nov 25, 14 •
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Comments Off on Investec Super Rugby newbies to attend induction day
New Zealand’s newest fully contracted professional players will attend a New Zealand Rugby induction day in Wellington tomorrow. The induction day is designed to help players understand their new employment environment and their responsibilities and...
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Nov 22, 14 •
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Comments Off on NEW PLAYERS INTRODUCED TO THE REBELS FAMILY
For seven new RaboDirect Rebels, this week has represented a busy process where introductions to the Club’s off-field staff, commercial partners, training and matchday facilities and coach’s expectations have ensured a full schedule. For Cam Crawford,...
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Nov 21, 14 •
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Comments Off on EBERSOHN RE-SIGNS WITH THE FORCE TO 2017
Flyhalf Sias Ebersohn has extended his stay with the Western Force after recommitting to the Western Australian club for a further three seasons. The 25-year-old’s re-signing further consolidates the Western Force backline ahead of the club’s 10th season...
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Nov 20, 14 •
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Comments Off on Vodacom Super Rugby gets Japanese and Argentinian flavour
Japanese and Argentinian team will appear in South Africa from 2016 following their confirmation in an expanded 18-team Vodacom Super Rugby competition, SANZAR announced on Thursday. The decision was confirmed at a SANZAR Executive Committee meeting in London...
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Nov 20, 14 •
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Comments Off on JAPAN AND ARGENTINA OFFICIALLY JOIN SUPER RUGBY
SANZAR Executive Committee formally approves Japan Rugby Football Union and Union Argentina de Rugby’s admission into Super Rugby from 2016. The Japanese team will be based at Tokyo’s Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Stadium with three home games...
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Nov 19, 14 •
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Comments Off on Orie, Stander to extend Pretoria stay
The Blue Bulls Company (Pty) Ltd on Tuesday confirmed the extension of contracts with promising junior players Marvin Orie and Joshua Stander. Both have signed till October 2016. The 21-year Orie, a former Junior Springboks lock made his Vodacom Super Rugby...
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Nov 17, 14 •
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Comments Off on Three extend contracts as Vodacom Bulls get ready for 2015 Vodacom Super Rugby season
The Blue Bulls Company (Pty) Ltd on Thursday confirmed that Werner Kruger, Akona Ndungane and Duncan Matthews have extended their contracts and will be available to play for the Vodacom Bulls in the 2015 Vodacom Super Rugby competition. Former Springbok...
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Nov 17, 14 •
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Comments Off on SHARKS: HORAK AND PEREZ STATEMENT
With reference to media reports that have surfaced, The Sharks CEO John Smit would like to confirm the following: Michael Horak has joined The Sharks as a defensive and kicking coach for the union. With regard to Paul Perez who arrived for the first time this...
