Roux: Nations Championship has appeal
SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux says the concept behind World Rugby’s Nations Championship is ‘interesting’.
Hawks arrest former Maties official
The Hawks have reportedly arrested former Stellenbosch University deputy head of student fees, Chris de Beer, in a case linked to SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux
SA Rugby to meet HRC
SA Rugby will meet with the Human Rights Commission after an alleged racial incident took place before the Rugby Championship match between the Springboks and All Blacks at Loftus Versfeld last year.
Roux case ready for trial
The University of Stellenbosch’s case against SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux is likely to be heard in 2019.
Roux court date postponed
The hearing into the financial mismanagement case against SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux could only take place in 2019. Roux is being sued by Stellenbosch University after he allegedly manipulated funds to favour the rugby programme during his time as the chairperson of the Maties Rugby Club. This happened over a period of nine years when Roux had access to… Read more →
SA bid for 2027 World Cup unlikely
Jurie Roux says SA Rugby is more likely to bid for the 2022 Sevens World Cup than the 2027 World Cup.
Player drain plaguing SA rugby
SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux admits it is becoming increasingly difficult to compete on an international level as a result of the player exodus. In an interview with Rugby World magazine, Roux highlighted the challenges facing South African rugby due to the ever-increasing player drain. ‘Last year we had 373 players playing in European club competitions. Any other country that… Read more →
