The Boland Cavaliers have been bolstered ahead of the 2026 domestic season with the signing of an experienced winger.
According to Rapport, Jade Stighling – who has played for both the Vodacom Bulls and the Pumas – has returned to South African rugby following a stint in the Major League Rugby with the Seattle Seawolves.
The 32-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the Wellington-based side.
Coach Hawies Fourie highlighted the impact Stighling is expected to make, as the Cavaliers look to improve on a dream 2025 season where they ended in the top four of both the SA Cup and Currie Cup.
“Jade is a very well-rounded player. He has no weaknesses in his skill set,” Fourie said. “He is good in the air, a good finisher, very fast and a hard-working guy, as well as a good team man. He is the kind of player we are looking for.”
The former Bulls flyer brings valuable overseas experience back to the South African game after his time in the United States, with Boland confident that his maturity and work ethic will strengthen their backline group.
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“He will add a lot of value because he is an experienced player and has a good attitude,” said Fourie. “He also has a good influence on the guys around him.”
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