Am: ‘We want to bring hope to SA’
In a snippet from the latest edition of SA Rugby magazine, Lukhanyo Am reflects on his long journey alongside Makazole Mapimpi and their interaction in the 2019 World Cup final.
Letter: Battle for Duhan van der Merwe
In another letter to the editor as we continue to encourage our readers to send CRAIG LEWIS submissions, Andre-Pierre Cronje suggests the Boks should consider giving Edinburgh wing Duhan van der Merwe a Test cap before Scotland do.
Big Joe: I’m happy and at peace
Former Springbok Joe van Niekerk says it took him two years after he retired to heal mentally and develop a positive identity, but has now found ‘peace and happiness’.
From the vault: Notshe’s inspirational tale
Sikhumbuzo Notshe, the first Springbok to hail from Nyanga, gave a first-hand account of his journey in the March 2019 edition of SA Rugby magazine.
Letter: How reader Ngcebo Mbatsane fell in love with rugby
Here is our first letter to the editor as we continue to encourage our readers to send editor CRAIG LEWIS any rugby-related letters during this time of lockdown.
Send your rugby letter to the editor
During this time of lockdown, we’re encouraging our readers to send editor CRAIG LEWIS any rugby-related letters that may be close to their hearts.
From the vault: Simelane’s oval-ball option
In an interview with SA Rugby magazine in 2018, rising star Wandisile Simelane revealed how he went against his family’s wishes to pursue rugby rather than soccer.
Alberts: I want to give back to rugby, the Lions
In the latest issue of SA Rugby magazine, veteran flank Willem Alberts says Springbok stalwart Schalk Brits helped provide belief that the ‘older generation’ of players could extend their careers.
Editor’s picks: Top weekend content
Although there was no live action over the weekend, there was still plenty of compelling rugby content. Editor CRAIG LEWIS picks five top pieces to catch up on.
From the vault: Burger battles back from the brink
SA Rugby magazine brings you a classic read from 2015 when Schalk Burger detailed his battle with illness as well as his fight to revive his rugby career.
