Archive for the ‘Super Rugby’ Category

  • Adriaan Strauss to lead Vodacom Bulls in 2016

    Nov 30, 15 • 2845 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Adriaan Strauss to lead Vodacom Bulls in 2016

    Springbok hooker Adriaan Strauss has been named as captain of the Vodacom Bulls for the 2016 Vodacom Super Rugby season, the team annnounced on Monday. Another international star, Springbok flyhalf Handré Pollard, will be vice-captain for the season....

  • EP RUGBY AGM POSTPONED

    Nov 30, 15 • 2254 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on EP RUGBY AGM POSTPONED

    The Eastern Province Rugby Union Executive have taken the decision to postpone the Annual General Meeting which was scheduled to take place at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday, 28 November 2015 at 12pm. Executive Member, Mr Freddie Makoki, who is...

  • BNZ Crusaders past and present to battle it out for charity

    Nov 27, 15 • 1988 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on BNZ Crusaders past and present to battle it out for charity

    They’re some of the best rugby players the region has seen, but we’re about to find out whether they can play cricket.  Members of the 2016 BNZ Crusaders squad will pit their skills against some past Crusaders legends next Sunday, 6 December, in the...

  • Highlanders look to bright future

    Nov 27, 15 • 1635 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Highlanders look to bright future

    Five year licence awarded to new operator A group of primarily South Island private investors – 77 percent stake Local Provincial Unions, New Zealand Rugby – 23 percent stake Investec Super Rugby champions, the Highlanders, have embarked on a new era...

  • Southern Kings planning moves nearer completion

    Nov 26, 15 • 1850 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Southern Kings planning moves nearer completion

    The South African Rugby Union said on Wednesday it expected to be able to announce details of its plans for the Southern Kings early next week. “We have made major progress in preparing an implementation plan for the Vodacom Super Rugby franchise,” said...

  • Q&A WITH BURGER ODENDAAL

    Nov 25, 15 • 4589 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Q&A WITH BURGER ODENDAAL

      Q: Your growth within the Bulls has been exceptional, joining the side during Currie Cup season in 2014 and establishing yourself as one of the top performers, what is it about the Bulls style you enjoy?   A: It has been a great journey thus far but...

  • NEW VODACOM BULLS SUPER RUGBY KIT IS INSPIRED BY THE STARS #ForeverFaster, #Stellar #CrossTheLine

    Nov 25, 15 • 3131 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on NEW VODACOM BULLS SUPER RUGBY KIT IS INSPIRED BY THE STARS #ForeverFaster, #Stellar #CrossTheLine

    PUMA the official technical and apparel partner of the Vodacom Bulls has unveiled three new Super Rugby kits, inspired by the stars.   Nicknamed the Stellar Kit, this season sees the introduction of a signature Black kit – brought to life with an...

  • FORCE & FUGRO-TSM WELCOME ‘NEW ERA’ IN AUSTRALIAN RUGBY

    Nov 25, 15 • 2023 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on FORCE & FUGRO-TSM WELCOME ‘NEW ERA’ IN AUSTRALIAN RUGBY

    The Western Force and leading sub-sea contractor to the natural resource and marine industries, Fugro-TSM, have extended their strong partnership for a ninth successive season.   The new agreement will see the Perth-based company’s brand continue to...

  • Emirates Golden Lions squad bolstered for SuperRugby

    Nov 24, 15 • 3081 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Emirates Golden Lions squad bolstered for SuperRugby

    All the Lions’ Currie Cup heroes except for Kwagga Smith, who is contracted for National Sevens duty, have been retained for SuperRugby while nine other stalwarts have strengthened the squad.   Flanker Derick Minnie returns after a long injury lay-off...

  • Reds Senior Squad confirmed for 2016

    Nov 24, 15 • 1693 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Reds Senior Squad confirmed for 2016

      •    37-man Senior Squad confirmed for 2016 Super Rugby season •    20 players retained from 2015 squad, 11 of which re-signed to Reds •    Eight players progressed from Elite Development Squad to Senior Squad •    Eight new players...

  • 2016 to be Todd Blackadder’s final year as BNZ Crusaders Head Coach

    Nov 24, 15 • 1997 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on 2016 to be Todd Blackadder’s final year as BNZ Crusaders Head Coach

    The BNZ Crusaders have today announced that Todd Blackadder will step aside as Head Coach at the conclusion of the 2016 Investec Super Rugby season.   “This will be my 8th season coaching the Crusaders, and every minute in the role has been a...

  • Southern Kings planning moves into second stage

    Nov 23, 15 • 2494 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Southern Kings planning moves into second stage

    The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has established an operational implementation task group to oversee the running of the Southern Kings franchise in Vodacom Super Rugby, SARU announced on Monday. The group will meet in Cape Town on Wednesday to put in...

  • Vodacom Bulls hard at work with 2016 Vodacom Super Rugby season in sight

    Nov 23, 15 • 2165 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Vodacom Bulls hard at work with 2016 Vodacom Super Rugby season in sight

    Photo: Anton Geyser / Rugby 15 The Vodacom Bulls are hard at work in preparation for the Vodacom Super Rugby season next year, with some new faces amongst the regular squad members. New Vodacom Bulls player Lizo Gqoboka has settled in well amongst his team...

  • SHARKS PRE-SEASON TRAINING SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT

    Nov 19, 15 • 1839 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on SHARKS PRE-SEASON TRAINING SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT

    Thursday, 19th November 2015: The Cell C Sharks Director of Rugby, Gary Gold, has released the names of his provisional pre-season training squad. This current squad will be bolstered by the return of our Japanese based players, namely Marcell Coetzee, Willie...

  • Cheeky Watson brings clarity on SARU intervention

    Nov 18, 15 • 2533 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Cheeky Watson brings clarity on SARU intervention

    Caption:  EPRU President, Cheeky Watson addresses the media at a press conference on Wednesday, 18 November 2015. EP Rugby President, Cheeky Watson, held an open and frank media conference at the EP Rugby offices on Wednesday afternoon. “This has never...

  • Has King Watson failed EP Rugby?

    Nov 17, 15 • 2086 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Has King Watson failed EP Rugby?

    On the 6th of November EP Rugby released in a statement that their President Cheeky Watson is overseas to meet with sponsors over delayed payments of salaries, after news surfaced for the umpteenth time in the media about financial issues within the Union....

  • SARU steps in to assist the Southern Kings Super Rugby franchise

    Nov 17, 15 • 2051 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on SARU steps in to assist the Southern Kings Super Rugby franchise

    The South African Rugby Union (SARU) on Tuesday agreed to assist the Eastern Province Rugby Union by taking control of the Southern Kings franchise in Vodacom Super Rugby. The action followed through a decision taken by the Executive Council of SARU some...

  • SHARKS 2016 SUPER RUGBY COACHES

    Nov 17, 15 • 2054 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on SHARKS 2016 SUPER RUGBY COACHES

    The Cell C Sharks Director of Rugby, Gary Gold, has announced his coaching team for the Cell C Sharks 2016 Super Rugby campaign. The following coaches will form part of the coaching team: NAME  DESIGNATION  Gary Gold  Director of Rugby  Ryan Strudwick...

  • EP Rugby Statement

    Nov 16, 15 • 2336 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on EP Rugby Statement

    EP RUGBY MEDIA RELEASE ON BEHALF OF MR VERNON STUURMAN, MONDAY, 16 NOVEMBER 2015   Pre Season Preparations get underway   Eastern Province Rugby can confirm that our pre-season preparations began today (Monday, 16 November 2015) with a practice session...

  • UPDATE: Ongoing situation at the Eastern Province Rugby Union

    Nov 13, 15 • 2060 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on UPDATE: Ongoing situation at the Eastern Province Rugby Union

    The Eastern Province Rugby Union has noted that there continues to be a large amount of speculation over players that are leaving the Union.   Aside from Tim Whitehead and Lizo Gqoboka, who were confirmed as leaving yesterday, the EP Kings can confirm...

  • Daikin announced as NSW Waratahs Principal Partner

    Nov 13, 15 • 1881 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Daikin announced as NSW Waratahs Principal Partner

    The NSW Waratahs have today announced the signing of a three-year partnership agreement with Daikin Australia who will become the club’s Principal Partner. The Daikin brand will appear on the front of the NSW Waratahs match jersey from the 2016 season...

  • EP RUGBY STATEMENT

    Nov 12, 15 • 1824 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on EP RUGBY STATEMENT

    Ongoing situation at the Eastern Province Rugby Union The Eastern Province Rugby Union has noted that there have been a number of issues raised in the media over the past few days, and acknowledge and apologise for our lack of proper communication on these...

  • Volvo Extends Partnership with NSW Waratahs

    Nov 12, 15 • 1850 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on Volvo Extends Partnership with NSW Waratahs

    Waratahs Rugby is delighted to confirm that Volvo Cars Australia has extended its partnership with the NSW Waratahs for a further three seasons, becoming the naming rights sponsor of the NSW Waratahs High Performance Centre, Official Sponsor of the NSW...

  • RICHIE ARNOLD JOINS WESTERN FORCE

    Nov 12, 15 • 2055 Views • General News, Super RugbyComments Off on RICHIE ARNOLD JOINS WESTERN FORCE

    The Western Force has added significant size to its forward pack for 2016 with the recruitment of Queensland Country lock Richie Arnold.   Arnold, identical twin to ACT Brumbies and Wallabies lock Rory Arnold, stands at a towering 208cm and 127kg –...

  • Access Management responds to NMBRA allegations #EPKings

    Nov 10, 15 • 2161 Views • General News, South Africa, Super RugbyComments Off on Access Management responds to NMBRA allegations #EPKings

    November 10, 2015: Access Facilities and Leisure Management Pty (Ltd) acknowledges having read the statement issued by the Nelson Mandela Bay Ratepayers Association titled EP Kings cash crisis is true and real on 09 November 2015.   Firstly, Access...