Hougaard: I have to prove myself

Francois Hougaard says he knows it’s going to take plenty of work for him to prove his value on the World Rugby Sevens Series circuit this season, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Blitzboks to bank on experience

Coach Neil Powell believes the availability of a number of high-profile 15s players will add a different dimension to the Blitzboks’ squad this season, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Boks bolster Blitzboks

Nine Springboks have been included in the Blitzboks training squad for the 2015-16 season.

Kok thrilled with award

Blitzboks star Werner Kok says receiving the World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year Award was beyond his wildest expectations, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Blitzboks lose Branco

Springbok Sevens scrumhalf Branco du Preez has been ruled out of action for the rest of the year after undergoing shoulder surgery.

Sevens youngsters strike gold

South Africa withstood a late surge by Australia to claim a 30-21 victory in the sevens final at the Commonwealth Youth Games in Apia, Samoa, on Friday.

Joubert to join sevens circuit

Craig Joubert will be on the referees panel for the 2015-16 Sevens World Series ahead of the Olympic Games.

Speight to play Olympic Sevens

Henry Speight has agreed a new three-year deal with the Australian Rugby Union that will see him go to Rio 2016.