More Super Rugby news here. Sharks claim Chiefs scalp: The Sharks overpowered the Chiefs 28-24 with an impressive display at Kings Park in Durban. Robert du Preez was the difference, scoring a try and kicking 13 points as both sides scored three tries apiece. This was a much-needed victory for the Durban franchise, who had lost six of their last seven to the Chiefs. This […] The post Sharks claim Chiefs scalp appeared first on Super Rugby … [Read More...]
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State of Origin mentality behind Cooper’s axing: Sopoaga
Super Rugby in the news: State of Origin mentality behind Cooper's axing: Sopoaga: Rookie Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn wants to introduce a State of Origin attitude to his Super Rugby team, which explains the absence of Quade Cooper. That's the assessment of All Blacks and Highlanders five-eighth Lima Sopoaga, who knows the Thorn ... "Super Rugby" - BingNews Why an analyst needs a long memory: The Reds and the Tahs restore the faith: A … [Read More...]
England midfielder Ben Te’o rolls out welcome mat for new team-mate Brad Shields
Springboks in the News: England midfielder Ben Te'o rolls out welcome mat for new team-mate Brad Shields: and I think the rest of the boys would want him to come in and be the player he is, to contribute." England face the Springboks in three tests starting in Johannesburg on June 9, when Shields could make his international debut. "Springboks" - BingNews Naspers : SuperSport tiff being resolved: He directed comments at fellow former … [Read More...]
Scotland captain Barclay has op on ruptured Achilles tendon
Rugby news from New Zealand: Scotland captain Barclay has op on ruptured Achilles tendon: LLANELLI, Wales (AP) — Scotland captain John Barclay will not play rugby until at least the end of the year after surgery on a ruptured left Achilles tendon.Barclay was hurt on Friday while playing for Scarlets, just minutes into... nzherald.co.nz - Rugby Rugby: Chiefs injury situation not all bad as replacements continue to flourish: It's no secret that … [Read More...]
Botswana to host Africa Women’s Sevens tournament
Rugby Sevens in the news: Botswana to host Africa Women’s Sevens tournament: GABORONE – Botswana will host the 2018 Africa Women’s Sevens tournament over two days starting on Saturday. Ten national teams will be competing for the title of African Champions and to qualify for the next Olympic Games. The teams are Zambia, Kenya ... "Rugby Sevens" - BingNews The Africa Women’s Sevens tournament will crown the 2018 African Champions in … [Read More...]
Guinness PRO14 Final appointment for Berry
Stuart Berry will follow in the footsteps of Nigel Owens and Romain Poite when he becomes only the fifth person to referee the final of the Guinness PRO14 between Leinster Rugby and Scarlets in Dublin on Saturday. The South African referee will lead a team of neutral match officials for the match at the Aviva Stadium, with Marius Mitrea (Italy) and Mike Adamson (Scotland) appointed as Assistant Referees, while Neil Paterson (Scotland) will … [Read More...]
Super Rugby Match Officials Rd.15
Rugby news from Gauteng: Super Rugby Match Officials Rd.15: SANZAAR have released the officials for the fifteenth round in the 2018 Super Rugby tournament and Angus Gardner starts the action this weekend in Christchurch when the Crusaders host the Hurricanes. This weekend has seven matches with three on Friday and four on Saturday. The Blues Match : Crusaders v Hurricanes Date : Friday 25 […] The post Super Rugby Match Officials Rd.15 … [Read More...]
Rory Arnold suspended for 3 weeks of Super rugby
More Super Rugby news here. Rory Arnold suspended for 3 weeks of Super rugby: Brumbies lock Rory Arnold has been suspended for three weeks of Super rugby for his tackle on Elton Jantjies in his team’s loss to the Lions in Johannesburg. As per usual with all Sanzaar hearings for the matter to be dispensed with at a hearing, the person appearing must plead guilty and accept the penalty […] The post Rory Arnold suspended for 3 weeks of … [Read More...]
Genia ’50-50′ to return against Sunwolves: English
Super Rugby in the news: Genia '50-50' to return against Sunwolves: English: Will Genia is ‘50/50’ to return to the Rebels side this week, while Dane Haylett-Petty is on track to come back from a neck issue, back Tom English says. Genia injured his knee in the Rebels’ loss to the Crusaders three weeks ago, with an initial ... "Super Rugby" - BingNews All Blacks coach Steve Hansen concedes his squad’s discipline must improve, defends … [Read More...]
Rassie’s right-hand man
Springboks in the News: Rassie’s right-hand man: Jacques Nienaber tells CRAIG LEWIS how he got into coaching, his Stormers stint, working with Rassie Erasmus and preparing the Springboks’ defensive system. Considering you started your career as a physiotherapist, how did you end up moving into the role ... "Springboks" - BingNews SuperSport launch investigation into Willemse incident: Willemse, who played 19 Tests for the Springboks, was an … [Read More...]
England rugby defense coach leaves for club job
Rugby news from New Zealand: England rugby defense coach leaves for club job: LONDON (AP) — One of the key assistants of England rugby coach Eddie Jones has left his job with the national team to take up a role at club level.Defense coach Paul Gustard will leave the England set-up after the three-test tour... nzherald.co.nz - Rugby If the Super Rugby regular season ended today...: It's back to the crystal ball to work out how the Super Rugby … [Read More...]
Lindenwood Doubles Up and Goes Back To Back
Rugby news from the United States of America: Lindenwood Doubles Up and Goes Back To Back: Lindenwood avenged their loss to Penn State yesterday, to claim their second 7s National Title in as many years. USA Rugby News Air Force Wins The Women’s Open Division 7s National Title In a Thriller : Air Force out lasts an impressive Chico State side to claim the Championship. USA Rugby News … [Read More...]
Soldiers tout Army’s athlete program ahead of Rugby World Cup tourney
Rugby Sevens in the news: Soldiers tout Army’s athlete program ahead of Rugby World Cup tourney: “They support our travel, food, housing and gear when we need it.” The Eagles defeated Argentina to win their first World Rugby Sevens tournament on home soil at Las Vegas in March. The tournament was the first taste of international rugby for the 200 ... "Rugby Sevens" - BingNews Griffith become the first team to defeat Waratahs in women's … [Read More...]
Keeping On
Rugby news from KwaZulu-Natal: Keeping On: Head coach of the Cell C Sharks Robert du Preez was very pleased with his side’s 28-24 Vodacom Super Rugby victory over the Chiefs at JONSSON KINGS PARK, acknowledging the hard work required to win. “It was a great result, we needed this game badly to get our campaign properly back on track, so I’m really pleased with the outcome of the game,” he said afterwards. “We will enjoy this win, it was a good … [Read More...]
DHL WP age-group trials in Bellville
Rugby news from Western Province: DHL WP age-group trials in Bellville: The next round of trials for various DHL Western Province age-group teams will take place at Bellville High School on Tuesday, May 22. Following three opening rounds of trials at City Park in recent weeks, the next round will see DHL Western Province age-group teams tested against their counterparts from Boland on Tuesday. The wider squads for DHL WP U18, DHL WP U16, DHL … [Read More...]
