Kicking coach can boost Boks
A full-time specialist kicking coach would add the greatest value to the Springbok coaching group, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Midfield answers elude Boks
Allister Coetzee continues to limit his midfield options by selecting a squad that excludes the likes of Frans Steyn and Rohan Janse van Rensburg, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Boks’ Loftus record at stake
Allister Coetzee’s Springboks will record yet another unwanted first if they lose to the Wallabies at Loftus Versfeld next Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Coetzee seeks secret help
Bok coach Allister Coetzee has sent a secret request to SA Rugby asking for reinforcements in his assistant-coaching ranks.
Hoskins queries transformation plan
Former SA Rugby president Oregan Hoskins says players of colour will continue to be ‘thrown in the deep end’ as a result of the government’s transformation requirements.
‘Stick out of his depth’
Corné Krige believes Springbok backline coach Mzwandile Stick has been prematurely thrown in the 'deep end'.
Boks to closely monitor Lambie
Pat Lambie’s recall to the Springboks’ Rugby Championship squad is in order for the medical team to assess his readiness for international rugby.
Pat returns, Rohan omitted
Pat Lambie and Willie le Roux have been included in the 31-man Springbok squad for the two home Tests, while Lions centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg has been overlooked.
Indaba must lead to action
SA Rugby’s decision to host its first-ever three-day coaching indaba is long overdue, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Boks have missed top players
CRAIG LEWIS looks at an alternative Springbok team that could have been in action if certain players were injury-free or received call-ups from overseas clubs.
