Archive for the ‘Rugby Administration’ Category

Lies and deceit results in player strike

10th March 2010 by Morné No Comments

More lies and deceit at the SWD Rugby union resulted in a game having to be ‘postponed’ because of a player strike for the first time in South African Rugby History.

No action against Burger

9th March 2010 by Morné 6 Comments

The South African Rugby Union (SARU) are not planning any action against Stormers captain Schalk Burger.

SARU split down the middle?

6th March 2010 by Admin 2 Comments

There could be fireworks in the corridors of power within the South African Rugby Union (SARU) in the next few weeks in the lead-up to SARU elections – and a split in the ranks at the Annual General Council Meeting looks set to follow.

Rugby must come to the party

5th March 2010 by Morné 77 Comments

Danny Jordaan, the 2010 South Africa World Cup supremo, said the future use of two stadiums built specially for the tournament hinged on their also becoming rugby union grounds.

Tahs coach not happy with Matfield verdict

24th February 2010 by Morné 30 Comments

Waratahs coach Chris Hickey has questioned the SANZAR judiciary for its judgment in finding Bulls second-rower and captain, Victor Matfield, not guilty on charges of striking and charging into a ruck following the Super 14 champions’ game against the Brumbies on Saturday.

Newlands remains WP Rugby’s home

23rd February 2010 by Morné 5 Comments

Western Province and the Stormers will continue to play their rugby at Newlands, says Western Province Rugby Union President Tobie Titus.

Hoskins available for re-election

18th February 2010 by Boertjie 32 Comments

Finally a despatch from the corridors of SA Rugby to cheer about – Oregan Hoskins is to make himself available for re-election as the body’s president. DAN RETIEF rejoices in this move.

Sharks/Lions case heads to court

10th February 2010 by Morné 1 Comment

The Judicial Officer Mr. Koos Basson, ruled this morning that the complaint lodged by the Golden Lions Rugby Union against The Sharks and two players, Willem Alberts and Louis Ludik, is not valid.

SWD on the brink of chaos

5th February 2010 by Morné 8 Comments

Once again political issues have left the beleaguered SWD Eagles players with major uncertainty and insecurity.

Sharks face disciplinary action

28th January 2010 by Morné 6 Comments

The Sharks will have to explain to a disciplinary committee why Willem Alberts played without a clearance certificate in a friendly match against the Western Force at Newlands on Tuesday night.

We are ready for a (legal) battle – Reynecke

25th January 2010 by Morné 8 Comments

Auto and General Lions chief executive Manie Reyneke has issued a stern warning to the Sharks – play Willem Alberts and there will be consequences.

Sharks defy SA Rugby regulations

22nd January 2010 by Morné 11 Comments

The Sharks have defied SA Rugby by including Willem Alberts in their squad for the upcoming Tri-Series against the Stormers and Force.

Sharks ignores SA Rugby’s warning

21st January 2010 by Morné 13 Comments

The Sharks will consider loose forward acquisition Willem Alberts for their friendly matches next week and challenge SA Rugby to change the regulation prohibiting this.

Human nature, or blind stupidity?

20th January 2010 by Morné 134 Comments

I am fascinated every day on how human beings seemingly go out of their way to derail any efforts to be successful.

Legal battle looms between Sharks and Lions

20th January 2010 by Morné 12 Comments

The ongoing stand-off between the Sharks and Lions over the services of Willem Alberts and Louis Ludik may well become a legal hot potato for the Sharks.