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May 4, 21 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz determined to continue Varsity Cup fight, says skipper
FNB Madibaz rugby captain Luyolo Dapula says they will continue the fight to land that elusive win after an agonizing loss against Free State University in the Varsity Cup at the weekend. The Nelson Mandela University outfit, back in the competition’s top...
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Apr 21, 21 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz learn valuable lessons in Varsity Cup examination
FNB Madibaz coach Andre Tredoux feels his squad learnt some valuable lessons about the intensity of Varsity Cup rugby during the opening block of matches this month. The Nelson Mandela University outfit returned to the top flight of the South Africa student...
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Mar 10, 21 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz primed for their return to the Varsity Cup
The FNB Madibaz rugby squad are facing a Varsity Cup with a difference but are committed to making their mark when the tournament kicks off early next month. The Nelson Mandela University outfit have returned to the top-flight after spending two years in the...
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Aug 17, 20 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz name new coach to tackle Varsity Cup
New FNB Madibaz rugby coach Andre Tredoux wants to make Nelson Mandela University the institution of choice for talented players in the Eastern Cape. The 42-year-old Tredoux, currently head coach of Russian club Moscow Slava, has been appointed to guide the...
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May 4, 20 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Joy as Madibaz rugby returns to Varsity Cup
Director of sport Yoliswa Lumka and rugby manager Ntsikelelo Ngcakana have paid tribute to the FNB Madibaz team for their efforts in earning promotion to the Varsity Cup competition. After two years of playing in the Varsity Shield, the Nelson Mandela...
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Mar 5, 20 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz primed for clash with Western Cape rivals
FNB Madibaz rugby player Johan Lombard says the team will be aiming to deliver a full 80-minute performance when they clash with Cape Peninsula University of Technology in Cape Town tomorrow. The 20-year-old inside centre was the Player that Rocks against...
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Jan 23, 20 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz target strong performance in Varsity Shield
The FNB Madibaz rugby team have their attention firmly focused on another successful season in the Varsity Shield tournament when the opening fixtures are played next month. This is a crucial year for the Nelson Mandela University club as it represents a...
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Apr 10, 19 •
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General News, Varsity & Club, Varsity Cup •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz gear up for CPUT onslaught
FNB Madibaz rugby captain Riaan Esterhuizen wants his team to emulate their defensive display in the semifinals when they face Cape Peninsula University of Technology in the FNB Varsity Shield final on Thursday. The match will take place at the Madibaz...
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Apr 3, 19 •
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Comments Off on Madibaz will stick to tried and trusted approach
It will be more of the same in terms of preparations by the FNB Madibaz rugby team as the FNB Varsity Shield reaches its business end with this week’s semifinals. The matches take place on Thursday, with the Nelson Mandela University outfit hosting...
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Mar 20, 19 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Hard work pays off for Madibaz rugby
FNB Madibaz rugby captain Riaan Esterhuizen says the hard work they put in during their pre-season programme is paying dividends in the FNB Varsity Shield competition. The Nelson Mandela University side maintained their unbeaten run when they defeated Tshwane...
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Mar 14, 19 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz refreshed after Varsity Shield bye
The FNB Madibaz rugby team will resume their FNB Varsity Shield campaign with fresh energy when they host Tshwane University of Technology in Port Elizabeth on Monday. The match at the Madibaz Stadium starts at 6.30pm and will see the Nelson Mandela...
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Mar 12, 19 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz will stay grounded, says Prinsloo
The FNB Madibaz rugby team are riding the crest of a wave in the FNB Varsity Shield this season, but star loose forward Bevan Prinsloo says they will stay humble and remain focused on their goals. Prinsloo was named the Player that Rocks after scoring four...
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Jul 2, 18 •
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Comments Off on Madibaz out to prove their potential at USSA
Madibaz rugby coach Jarryd Buys wants his squad to place the emphasis on enjoyment when they take part in the University Sport South Africa tournament in Johannesburg next week. The event, to be hosted by Wits, will be held from July 2 to 6. The Nelson...
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Apr 20, 18 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz women’s sevens team target further progress
The Madibaz women’s sevens squad will be out to continue their steady progress in varsity rugby when they compete in the University Sport South Africa tournament in Johannesburg on Saturday. With the team possessing a number of strong characteristics, coach...
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Mar 24, 18 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz have a last throw of the dice
The FNB Madibaz rugby team are fired up for one final throw of the dice when they play their last league game in the Varsity Cup this year in Pretoria on Monday. Up against UP-Tuks, Nelson Mandela University captain Riaan Esterhuizen’s outfit know that this...
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Mar 8, 18 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz flank Brown steps up to the plate
FNB Madibaz flank Brandon Brown is playing some of the best rugby of his career as he strives to make an impact on the Varsity Cup, his achievements recognised with accolades in two successive matches. The 23-year-old economics masters student, who lives in...
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Mar 1, 18 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz determined to overcome tough start
Despite being affected by a string of injuries among senior players, FNB Madibaz Rugby Club’s Theresa le Roux says their determination to achieve something from the Varsity Cup this year remains as strong as ever. Madibaz suffered their fourth defeat in a...
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Feb 21, 18 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Madibaz determined to keep on fighting
Despite losing their third match in a row, FNB Madibaz rugby captain Riaan Esterhuizen says the mood in their camp remains positive and they will continue to fight hard in the Varsity Cup. The Nelson Mandela University side suffered another close defeat...
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Jan 31, 18 •
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Comments Off on Madibaz excitement builds for Varsity Cup opener
Passionate about the game ever since he received his first rugby ball as a youngster, FNB Madibaz rugby captain Riaan Esterhuizen cannot wait to make an impact in their opening Varsity Cup match in Port Elizabeth on Monday. Adding excitement to the occasion...
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Oct 5, 17 •
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Comments Off on Sevens tournament one to remember for Madibaz
There were plenty of smiles after the Nelson Mandela University hosted a successful USSA women’s rugby sevens tournament in Port Elizabeth this weekend. Photo: Full Stop Communications It was all-out girl power as 14 teams took to the fields of Nelson...
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Mar 14, 16 •
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Comments Off on FNB NWU Pukke vs FNB Madibaz Teamsheets #VarsityCup
Date: 14 March 2016 Venue: FNB Stadium, JHB Kick-off: 15h00 SA Time TV: No Follow on Twitter: @RugbyFifteen Madibaz: Pukke:  ...