JP: These Sharks kids are ‘ridiculously good’

JP Pietersen believes a new generation of Durban talent has arrived, and their performances in Gqeberha have convinced him the Sharks’ future is in safe hands. The doubleheader at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium offered a glimpse of South Africa’s emerging stars, with...

Cheetahs invest in future stars

The Cheetahs have strengthened their long-term player pathway after securing a group of promising young talents from schools and university rugby. Hooker Myburg Jacobs joins the Bloemfontein-based outfit from Trio High School in Kroonstad, while wing Jade Muller and...

Stormers secure top schoolboy talent

Some of the best South African schoolboys are set to join the Stormers Rugby Institute next year. Following the revival of the institute this year, five of the players from the 2026 intake were named in the Junior Boks squad for the upcoming Junior World Championship....
Kok lands Premiership deal after Ulster exit

Kok lands Premiership deal after Ulster exit

Werner Kok will continue his career in England after two seasons with Irish province Ulster. The former Sharks and Blitzboks speedster has signed a one-year-deal with the Newcastle Red Bulls ahead of the 2026-2027 English Premiership season. The 33-year-old joins the...