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May 14, 20 •
1909 Views •
General News, National, South Africa, Springbok News, Springboks •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on The One Cup of Pap Feed Scheme
The One Cup of Pap Initiative is a feeding project aimed at donating food, clothes, toys and books to the less fortunate initially in the Fourways and surrounding suburbs. It was the brainchild of Wayne Boardman (former Sharks and Stormers Super Rugby lock)...
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Mar 5, 19 •
5180 Views •
Club Rugby, General News, National, South Africa, Varsity & Club •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Springboks’ World Cup-winning captain Smit sets sights on club rugby revival
· Dynamic South African companies SSG Holdings, Blu Approved & M4Jam team up to sponsor SA Rugby’s flagship national championship for non-university clubs...
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Jan 23, 19 •
1084 Views •
General News •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Ex-Bok captain eager to tackle TransCape
Former Springbok rugby captain John Smit missed out on his chance to ride the Liberty TransCape MTB Encounter last year, but that has only heightened his anticipation for this year’s event. The seven-stage mountain-bike race, powered by Volvo, takes place...
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May 26, 16 •
1609 Views •
General News, Super Rugby •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on JOHN SMIT ANNOUNCES HIS RESIGNATION
John Smit, Chief Executive of The Sharks, has announced he will resign at the end of the 2016 season. Stephen Saad, Chairman of The Sharks Board of Directors, stated: “John is recognised as one of the most successful and respected leaders in our country,...
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Nov 6, 13 •
2967 Views •
General News, National, South Africa, South Africa, Super Rugby •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on SHARKS TO HAVE EXTRA BITE WITH BLK
The Sharks and BLK are pleased to announce a new apparel partnership which commencing in January 2014 and runs until December 2018. This announcement comes as BLK continue to build partnerships with elite sporting teams around the globe, CEO Tyron Brant...
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Oct 7, 13 •
3261 Views •
General News, National, South Africa, South Africa, Super Rugby •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on JAKE WHITE APPOINTMENT CONFIRMED
The Sharks (Pty) Ltd would like to confirm the appointment of former Springbok World Cup winning coach, Jake White, as our new Director of Rugby. White’s tenure will be effective from the end of October 2013. Confirming his appointment, The Sharks CEO John...
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Jun 13, 13 •
19503 Views •
General News, International, Springbok Hall of Fame, Springbok News, Springboks •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Historic Profile Overview of Springbok Players
Historic Overview of retired Springbok Players and their records/legacy. ...
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Jun 11, 13 •
2828 Views •
General News, National, South Africa •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on John Smit welcomed by The Sharks to his imminent role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Durban, 11 June 2013: Members of The Sharks Board of Directors held a media conference today at Growthpoint KINGS PARK to officially welcome John Smit to his imminent role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as well as to discuss the future of The Sharks. John...
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Apr 16, 13 •
7534 Views •
Analysis, International, National, South Africa •
James Loretz •
Comments Off on John Smit announced as new CEO of The Sharks
The Board of Directors of The Sharks (Pty) Ltd are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr John Smit as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Sharks (Pty) Ltd, effective 1st July 2013. John takes over the reins from current CEO, Mr Brian van Zyl who...
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Nov 23, 12 •
4489 Views •
General News, International, National, Springbok News, Springboks •
admin •
Comments Off on John Smit hands out Springbok jerseys
The most capped Springbok of all time, John Smit, delivered a strong message to the Springboks when he handed out the jerseys ahead of Saturday’s Test against England at Twickenham. Smit, who led the Springboks a world record 83 times, currently plays for...
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May 15, 12 •
3621 Views •
General News, International, National, World Rugby •
admin •
Comments Off on Five South Africans named in Barbarians squad for summer tour
Morgan Piek – The Barbarians have named a strong squad representing no less than ten different counties to take on England, Ireland and Wales during the Northern Hemisphere summer. This squad includes three capped centurions as well. They are John Smit...
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Jul 1, 11 •
4694 Views •
Springbok Hall of Fame, Springbok News, Springboks •
admin •
Comments Off on Springbok Captains
Name, Postition, Province, Tests as captain, (Total tests), Match in which the player debuted as Captain 1 HH Castens – Prop, Western Province 1 (1) 1891 British Isles 1st test 2 RCD Snedden – Prop, Griqualand West 1 (1) 1891 British Isles 2nd...
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Apr 21, 11 •
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International, National, Springboks •
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Comments Off on LAND ROVER SOUTH AFRICA ANNOUNCE RUGBY LEGEND JOHN SMIT AS BRAND AMBASSADOR
Bloemfontein, South Africa – Land Rover, South Africa has announced Springbok Rugby Captain, John Smit as a brand ambassador for the Rugby World Cup 2011. Smit, South Africa’s most capped forward in Springbok history and International rugby legend...
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Aug 18, 10 •
3741 Views •
General News, International, Rugby Championship News, The Rugby Championship •
James Loretz •
Comments Off on The Centurion
This Saturday in Soweto, more than 80’000 rugby fans will witness Springbok captain John Smit suit up in a Springbok jersey and run onto the world rugby stage for the 100th time. Rugby15 pays tribute to a loyal, tenacious and inspirational South African...
