Finding strength, reflection and renewed purpose after rugby For many professional athletes, the toughest challenge comes not on the field but after the final whistle has blown. Life beyond rugby can feel uncertain, even daunting, as players redefine their identities outside of the game. For former Springbok prop Ollie le Roux, the Beyond the Game […]
How a Global Rugby Players Foundation programme helped Flip van der Merwe navigate life beyond the field For many professional rugby players, the toughest test often comes after the final whistle, the transition into life beyond the game. The Beyond the Game programme, funded by the Global Rugby Players Foundation, was created to support retired […]
What started as a post-match hug between three Springboks, Ox Nché, Trevor Nyakane and Bongi Mbonambi, has grown into one of the freshest lifestyle brands in South African wine. That now-iconic photo captured more than just a moment; it captured a feeling, one of unity, brotherhood and shared joy. When fans began referring to them […]
Rugby is more than a game – for many, it’s a calling. A lifelong dream fuelled by commitment, courage and perseverance. For former Lions loose forward Ruhan Straeuli, it was all of that and more. With the game woven into his DNA, his journey was always destined to follow the rugby path. But even the […]
The Stormers lock reflects on his recent accolade, the role of faith in his journey, and his hopes for the road ahead. When Ruben van Heerden was named the Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) Tackle Machine for the 2024/25 season, it was more than just a statistical recognition, it was a quiet nod to years […]
The Pumas’ recent SA Cup triumph marked more than just a trophy win, it was the culmination of years of hard work, self-belief and the steady rise of a young leader. Captain Ruwald van der Merwe’s rugby journey has been anything but typical, but it has shaped a player and person grounded in humility and […]
As the Springbok Women prepare to defend their Rugby Africa Women’s Cup title in Madagascar, all eyes are on newly appointed captain Anathi Qolo. The 29-year-old loose forward is set to lead South Africa in three Test matches against Uganda, Kenya and hosts Madagascar at Stade Makis in Antananarivo, taking place on 7, 11 and […]
Ankia Viljoen has fast become a name to watch in South African women’s rugby. A standout in the 2025 Varsity Cup Women’s campaign, Ankia’s powerful presence on the field and grounded personality off it have made her a player and person worth celebrating. From humble beginnings playing touch rugby at home to lifting the Varsity […]
From rugby fields to digital strategy – former professional player Jacques du Toit now leads Leap Digital, a creative agency built on transparency, performance and purpose. After years of putting his body on the line in the professional rugby arena, former Toyota Cheetahs and Bath Rugby hooker Jacques du Toit has made a seamless transition […]
How a global rugby hero is using his success to uplift local talent through the Shilton van Wyk 7s Tournament From Global Glory to Grassroots Impact Fresh off winning the 2024/25 SVNS World Championship, South African rugby star Shilton van Wyk isn’t just celebrating a major career milestone, he’s using his platform to make a […]
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