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March 8, 2019
VIDEO: The story of Koben Hofmeyr

Koben Hofmeyr from Louis Trichardt in Limpopo ran on to the field for his school’s U16 rugby side on 19 May 2018 in Bela Bela - a day that forever changed the direction of his life. This is his story.

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RIP Sammy Stride (1947-2025)...

Mr Mark Alexander, the president of SA Rugby, paid tribute to former national player Sammy Stride, who recently passed a...

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SA Rugby congratulates new SASRA leadership...

Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, thanked the outgoing leadership of the SA Schools Rugby Association and congra...

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Mark Alexander condemns bullying in all forms...

Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, has expressed his deep concern and unequivocal condemnation following the circ...

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Message of Congratulations – Dr Khaya Mayedwa...

On behalf of the South African Rugby Union, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr Khaya Mayedwa on the conferral...

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Second Springboks store launches in Mother City...

The wait is over for eager rugby fans in Cape Town and surrounds, following the opening of a second Springboks retail st...

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Video: Back to school for Blitzboks in Canada

The Blitzboks took time to visit Mulgrave School in West Vancouver as part of the tournament's Community program, something they have participated in since the first HSBC Canada Sevens four years ago.

Emirates Lions to unleash young cubs against Jaguares

Emirates Lions coach Swys de Bruin has picked a youthful but exciting line-up for Saturday’s showdown in Johannesburg with the Jaguares, which starts at 15h05.

Hard work always pays off says Stedman Gans

Eighteen victories in 29 matches do not make for pretty reading to any faithful Springbok Sevens supporter, especially after the rich buffets of wins served up by the team in the previous two HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series.

Pollard threat looms large as Durbanites shuffle line-up

Vodacom Bulls coach Pote Human has made a number of changes to the team that beat the Emirates Lions in Johannesburg for Saturday’s home match against the Cell C Sharks at Loftus Versfeld.

SA U18 Sevens excited for Windhoek Challenge

The South African Under-18 Sevens team is excited to take to the field in the Capricorn Group Sevens Rugby Tournament in Windhoek on Friday and Saturday, with their sights set on defending the title they won for the last three seasons.

Blitzboks looking for dominant start in Canada

A career spanning more than a decade on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series has not only made Philip Snyman the most decorated Blitzbok captain ever, it also gave him some perspective on the up and downs of international sevens rugby.

Emirates Lions too good for Jaguares in Joburg tryfest

Fifty minutes of some of the best rugby seen in years at Emirates Airline Park were enough for the Emirates Lions, playing with a relatively inexperienced team, to get their Vodacom Super Rugby campaign back on track.

Vodacom Bulls complete clean sweep of SA derbies

The Vodacom Bulls completed a clean sweep of local derby wins with their comprehensive 37-14 triumph over the Cell C Sharks in their Vodacom Super Rugby clash on Saturday evening in Pretoria.

Argentineans await Blitzboks in Vancouver quarterfinals

The Springbok Sevens team delivered an encouraging performance on the opening day of the HSBC Canada Sevens in BC Place, Vancouver, winning all three their Pool A matches, including a great victory over the USA, the current HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series leaders.

Blitzboks in Cup Semis of Canada Sevens

The Springbok Sevens team on Sunday delivered an all-round performance against Argentina to advance to the semifinals of the HSBC Canada Sevens in BC Place, Vancouver.

Video: Back to school for Blitzboks in Canada

The Blitzboks took time to visit Mulgrave School in West Vancouver as part of the tournament's Community program, something they have participated in since the first HSBC Canada Sevens four years ago.

Blitzboks looking for dominant start in Canada

A career spanning more than a decade on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series has not only made Philip Snyman the most decorated Blitzbok captain ever, it also gave him some perspective on the up and downs of international sevens rugby.

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Obituary

RIP Sammy Stride (1947-2025)

Mr Mark Alexander, the president of SA Rugby, paid tribute to former national player Sammy Stride, who recently passed away at the age of 78.

 
November 03, 2025

News

SA Rugby congratulates new SASRA leadership

Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, thanked the outgoing leadership of the SA Schools Rugby Association and congratulated the new Executive Committee and selectors, who were elected at their Annual General Meeting in Durbanville on Monday.

 
October 28, 2025

Statement

Mark Alexander condemns bullying in all forms

Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, has expressed his deep concern and unequivocal condemnation following the circulation of a disturbing video on social media, in which a learner is assaulted by a group of fellow learners.

 
October 23, 2025

Statement

Message of Congratulations – Dr Khaya Mayedwa

On behalf of the South African Rugby Union, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr Khaya Mayedwa on the conferral of your Doctorate in Business Leadership.

 
October 23, 2025

News

Second Springboks store launches in Mother City

The wait is over for eager rugby fans in Cape Town and surrounds, following the opening of a second Springboks retail store at the popular Canal Walk shopping centre, featuring the new range of off-field team branded clothing.

 
October 16, 2025

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