Powell has to start from scratch
In the new issue of SA Rugby magazine, Blitzboks boss Neil Powell looks ahead to what could be an unexpectedly congested schedule in the lead-up to the Olympics Games next July.
Rugby’s Olympic slot under threat
Rugby is facing the shocking prospect of being dumped from the Olympics in the wake of the homophobic scandal that has rocked World Rugby.
Powell: Blitzboks realise seriousness of pandemic
Neil Powell says despite feeling a stab of disappointment at the postponement of the Olympics, the Blitzboks will do whatever is needed to help curb the spread of Covid-19.
SA Rugby understand Olympics suspension
SA Rugby chief executive Jurie Roux says the postponement of the 2020 Olympic Games is disappointing but necessary in the bid to combat the Covid-19 pandemic.
Olympics to be pushed back until 2021
International Olympic Committee member Dick Pound says the 2020 Olympic Games will likely be postponed until 2021 due to the global coronavirus pandemic.
Kwagga eyes Olympic return
World Cup-winning flank Kwagga Smith will rejoin the Springbok Sevens team in a bid to be in contention for selection for the 2020 Olympic Games.
Powell’s juggling act
Blitzboks boss Neil Powell says player management and rotation will be of utmost importance during this season’s World Rugby Sevens Series, which kicks off on Thursday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Unfinished business
After a challenging season on and off the field, the Blitzboks are determined to complete a successful rebuilding phase, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Senatla eyes Olympics
Speedster Seabelo Senatla wants another crack at a gold medal after the Springbok Sevens side qualified for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Folau eyeing Olympic sevens
Waratahs fullback Israel Folau says he would be interested in a potential switch to sevens for next year’s Olympic Games in Tokyo.
