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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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The official launch of the Nations Championship was the “biggest step forward” for the sport since the advent of profess...

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RIP Gregory "Green" Vigo (1950 to 2026)...

Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, paid tribute to former Proteas centre Gregory "Green" Vigo, who sadly passed a...

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Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, paid tribute to former South African Rugby Association (SARA) lock Desmond Ngo...

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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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News

Marvellous Marx makes it a memorable double

Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx capped off fantastic 2025 season when he added the prestigious SA Rugby Men’s Player of the Year Award to his World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year accolade, which he received late last year, while Nadine Roos did the double by being named SA Rugby Women’s Player of the Year for a second successive season at the SA Rugby Awards, presented by FNB on Thursday.

 
March 05, 2026

News

Leaders agree to focus on fan experience and value creation

Global rugby leaders attending World Rugby’s annual Shape of the Game week have committed to driving greater alignment in law and officiating application across competitions, while increasing focus on making the sport clearer and simpler for fans and players alike, and generating greater value, together.

 
February 27, 2026

News

Rugby’s “biggest step forward” - SA Rugby President

The official launch of the Nations Championship was the “biggest step forward” for the sport since the advent of professionalism 30 years ago, said Mr Mark Alexander, president of the South African Rugby Union, on Wednesday.

 
February 25, 2026

Obituary

RIP Gregory "Green" Vigo (1950 to 2026)

Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, paid tribute to former Proteas centre Gregory "Green" Vigo, who sadly passed away over the weekend at the age of 75.

 
February 17, 2026

Obituary

RIP Desmond Philemon Ngomane (1952 to 2026)

Mr Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, paid tribute to former South African Rugby Association (SARA) lock Desmond Ngomane, who passed away recently at the age of 73 years old.

 
February 11, 2026

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