Pietersen: Coaching transition hasn’t been easy

Former Springbok wing JP Pietersen has opened up on the challenges of transitioning from being a player to his current role as the Sharks’ Currie Cup assistant coach.

Bok duo take Sharks’ Currie Cup reins

The Sharks have installed a pair of former Springboks as coaches for the 2022 Currie Cup competition which kicks off in January. 

Pick a 2009 Lions tamer to boost 2021 Bok squad

Choose one of the champions from the Bok Class of 2009 to parachute into the current squad for the series against the British & Irish Lions.

Watch: Pietersen’s first Sharks try

Veteran Sharks outside back JP Pietersen was a prolific try-scorer during his early years at the Durban franchise. Look back at his first-ever Vodacom Super Rugby try.

Part 2: Five special Bok RWC moments

Ahead of the Springboks opening Rugby World Cup match against the All Blacks, JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of South Africa’s memorable moments at the tournament ahead of rugby’s showpiece event.

‘Pietersen has been a revelation in training’

Sharks coach Sean Everitt believes veteran wing JP Pietersen’s fitness and conditioning has improved significantly during his time in Europe.

Pietersen at 13 for Sharks

JP Pietersen will make his Sharks return at outside centre in their Currie Cup opener against Griquas in Durban on Friday.

Watch: Pietersen on Sharks return

Sharks wing JP Pietersen speaks on his return to Durban and playing in the Currie Cup following his release from French side Toulon.

Pietersen back at the Sharks

Former Springbok JP Pietersen is back in training at the Sharks, and is set to make his comeback for the Durban-based side should he successfully complete all medical tests.

Flashback Friday: JP’s journey

With JP Pietersen set to return to the Sharks, we take a look at some of the veteran wing’s greatest moments on the field.