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United Rugby Championship, Quarter Final: Vodacom Bulls v Munster

The Players and Match Officials’ Organisation

Welcome to MyPlayers, the organisation for all the professional rugby players and match officials in South Africa. The organisation was established in 1997 with its main purpose to manage the collective interests of the players and later on also the match officials.

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Between the Ward and the Rugby Field: Nomsa Mokwai’s Story

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The final whistle had barely faded when Nomsa Mokwai glanced into the crowd and spotted a familiar face. Among the supporters watching South Africa take on Italy at the Rugby World Cup was one of her colleagues from Netcare Christiaan Barnard…

Empowering members, contributing to the game

The prominent collective interests managed revolve around intellectual property utilisation, core financial services requirements, industrial agreements and personal career development. The players and match officials form part of the strategic leadership by serving on the organisational structures.

“I am beyond grateful to receive the MyPlayers bursary. I felt valued knowing that MyPlayers is interested in investing in my future. It gives me peace of mind knowing that player welfare is at the forefront of what MyPlayers aims to provide.”

Micke GünterSpringbok Women

“MyPlayers has been an incredible support throughout my career – from managing commercial payments, helping with long-term planning like pensions and also offering players opportunities for self development has been great. It’s nice to know that there is a forum like MyPlayers looking out for players best interests, on and off the field.”

Jesse KrielSpringbok

“The bursary wasn’t just funding, it was a second chance and a redirection. I initially studied education and pre-schooling but couldn’t complete it due to work circumstances. Receiving this support felt like both relief and renewed motivation and I’m truly grateful for the opportunity. For me, the most meaningful part of the MyPlayers bursary is that they continue to believe in our journey, even if our first path didn’t work out.”

Shannon-Lee WindvogelSpringbok Women

“My players helped me take control of my finances — from commercial payments and pension fund to financial planning. Their support has been game-changing.”

Vincent TshitukaSharks Player

“MyPlayers has played a huge role in supporting us and making sure we’re recognised and taken care of and I’m truly grateful for that.”

Anushka GroenewaldSpringbok Women

“The career guidance process [with MyPlayers] has helped me a lot. It’s given me the confidence to know that I can further my studies while continuing to play rugby at the same time. It can be challenging, but in a positive way, as it motivates me to grow both academically and in my sport. I really appreciate the support from MyPlayers.”