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There are rumours that Bosh is heading to Montpellier.

All the best to him. It's probably best for all parties. I have no doubt he will become a better player there.
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assfly wrote: Fri Mar 08, 2024 10:04 am There are rumours that Bosh is heading to Montpellier.

All the best to him. It's probably best for all parties. I have no doubt he will become a better player there.
I was about to post this.

I agree, it could be a good for him.
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Jason Jenkins signed.

I'm fairly happy with that. We need to beef up our pack. He's of international standard, but unlikely to be lost to the Boks. A similar style to Eben, but we will lose him for half the season anyway so a good fit.
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assfly wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 5:13 am Jason Jenkins signed.

I'm fairly happy with that. We need to beef up our pack. He's of international standard, but unlikely to be lost to the Boks. A similar style to Eben, but we will lose him for half the season anyway so a good fit.
In all fairness, I'd play him at 7, especially when Eben is playing. The $harks need a big bruiser on the side of the scrum.
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Chilli wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 6:39 am In all fairness, I'd play him at 7, especially when Eben is playing. The $harks need a big bruiser on the side of the scrum.
Ja I guess it's possible. But I'm also hoping Vincent Tshituka will start playing to his potential and own the 7 jersey.

But our pack needs some serious grunt. It will be nice when we finally get to see a front row of Ox, Bongi and Koch with Eben behind them.
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Great for Bosch, hopefully finds something there.

Not sure Vincent has it in him to step up. Seems weak in contact for his size, will need good coaches to improve form, but my doubt comes from him not seeking to adjust that himself.
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Trevor Nyakane confirmed.

We're also losing Werner Kok to Ulster. That's a bit of a shame, I quite liked him as a player and personality, but he's also been a common denominator in a lot of our poor performances. I've have no doubt he'll be a crowd favourite for Ulster.
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assfly wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 1:57 pm Trevor Nyakane confirmed.

We're also losing Werner Kok to Ulster. That's a bit of a shame, I quite liked him as a player and personality, but he's also been a common denominator in a lot of our poor performances. I've have no doubt he'll be a crowd favourite for Ulster.
Kok going will be good for Sharks. He hits far too many rucks that your loosies should be getting into. Make them work harder.
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assfly wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 1:57 pm Trevor Nyakane confirmed.

We're also losing Werner Kok to Ulster. That's a bit of a shame, I quite liked him as a player and personality, but he's also been a common denominator in a lot of our poor performances. I've have no doubt he'll be a crowd favourite for Ulster.
Great signing
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Sandstorm wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 2:32 pm Kok going will be good for Sharks. He hits far too many rucks that your loosies should be getting into. Make them work harder.
I wish we could have seen him have a couple of games in the 6 jersey. That would have been interesting.
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assfly wrote: Thu Mar 14, 2024 5:05 am
Sandstorm wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 2:32 pm Kok going will be good for Sharks. He hits far too many rucks that your loosies should be getting into. Make them work harder.
I wish we could have seen him have a couple of games in the 6 jersey. That would have been interesting.
He could have been a Pierre Spies who didn't avoid tackling and rucks.
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Andre is a huge signing.......huge.......
This year is vokked......but next season we are going to be strong.
When Andre left the Sharks we started looking poor. And with Amm next to him its going to be mind blowing good.
Eben I love but his heart is not at the Sharks......he should just own it and go back to the Stormers....he has always managed to miss the games against the Stormers.
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Sards wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 7:43 am Andre is a huge signing.......huge.......
This year is vokked......but next season we are going to be strong.
When Andre left the Sharks we started looking poor. And with Amm next to him its going to be mind blowing good.
Eben I love but his heart is not at the Sharks......he should just own it and go back to the Stormers....he has always managed to miss the games against the Stormers.
When Eben played he has consistently been your best player on the park, what are you smoking? :wtf:
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LoveOfTheGame wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 7:53 am
Sards wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 7:43 am Andre is a huge signing.......huge.......
This year is vokked......but next season we are going to be strong.
When Andre left the Sharks we started looking poor. And with Amm next to him its going to be mind blowing good.
Eben I love but his heart is not at the Sharks......he should just own it and go back to the Stormers....he has always managed to miss the games against the Stormers.
When Eben played he has consistently been your best player on the park, what are you smoking? :wtf:
Thats the issue. Rather have a consistent player who doesn't avoid playing , or playing against his old side, tbh....Stormers are more than welcome to him. He might actually play a lot more. If they can afford the cost of maintaining him in the squad.

Like I said....great player....when he plays
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I believe Eben is going to grace the Sharks with a game next round. Preparation before the Springboks.
So blessed. Filled with appreciation of this gesture
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So it feels like we've finally turned the corner with a few wins under our belt now. Although that could all change on Friday night playing a very good Glasgow side away from home after a 6 day turnaround. We're never going to make top 8, so may as well concentrate on the game against Clermont.

I think Siya Masuku has been massive for us lately. Finally we have an aggressive 10 who is not afraid of taking the ball up. He's not perfect and his kicking game (from hand) can be iffy, but at least we have a different sort of threat on attack.

We seem to have achieved some sort of balance in our back row with Venter/Tshituka/Pepsi playing quite well together. Our best locks are Eben, van Heerden and Corne Rahl, they are definitely adding some beef to our pack at last. The Hooker/Am combo is an exciting one for the future too.
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assfly wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:46 am So it feels like we've finally turned the corner with a few wins under our belt now. Although that could all change on Friday night playing a very good Glasgow side away from home after a 6 day turnaround. We're never going to make top 8, so may as well concentrate on the game against Clermont.

I think Siya Masuku has been massive for us lately. Finally we have an aggressive 10 who is not afraid of taking the ball up. He's not perfect and his kicking game (from hand) can be iffy, but at least we have a different sort of threat on attack.

We seem to have achieved some sort of balance in our back row with Venter/Tshituka/Pepsi playing quite well together. Our best locks are Eben, van Heerden and Corne Rahl, they are definitely adding some beef to our pack at last. The Hooker/Am combo is an exciting one for the future too.
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assfly wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:46 am I think Siya Masuku has been massive for us lately. Finally we have an aggressive 10 who is not afraid of taking the ball up. He's not perfect and his kicking game (from hand) can be iffy, but at least we have a different sort of threat on attack.
Thats what you needed. Told Sards this for a decade now.
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OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 11:57 am
assfly wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:46 am I think Siya Masuku has been massive for us lately. Finally we have an aggressive 10 who is not afraid of taking the ball up. He's not perfect and his kicking game (from hand) can be iffy, but at least we have a different sort of threat on attack.
Thats what you needed. Told Sards this for a decade now.
Stormers also need a 10...as a matter of urgency.......The Bulls/Sharks letting go of him was for a reason......has his head got too big.
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Sards wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:25 am
OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 11:57 am
assfly wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:46 am I think Siya Masuku has been massive for us lately. Finally we have an aggressive 10 who is not afraid of taking the ball up. He's not perfect and his kicking game (from hand) can be iffy, but at least we have a different sort of threat on attack.
Thats what you needed. Told Sards this for a decade now.
Stormers also need a 10...as a matter of urgency.......The Bulls/Sharks letting go of him was for a reason......has his head got too big.
You were the Libbok lover. What happened? The Stormers have some excellent 10s, Dobson just need to play them.
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OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:56 am
Sards wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:25 am
OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 11:57 am
Thats what you needed. Told Sards this for a decade now.
Stormers also need a 10...as a matter of urgency.......The Bulls/Sharks letting go of him was for a reason......has his head got too big.
You were the Libbok lover. What happened? The Stormers have some excellent 10s, Dobson just need to play them.
He was great a year ago.....now he is just baaad. I was hoping he would make it there. Was a level headed and humble kid when he left the Sharks.
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OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:56 am
You were the Libbok lover. What happened? The Stormers have some excellent 10s, Dobson just need to play them.
Who are you buying?
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Sards wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 1:28 pm
OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:56 am
You were the Libbok lover. What happened? The Stormers have some excellent 10s, Dobson just need to play them.
Who are you buying?
No buying, develop our own talent. Your bew star started his career at Maties. SMZ has renew his contract until 2027. He is going to be the next Springbok flyhalf. Jurie Mattee is also a born and bred young Stormers flyhalf.
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OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 6:33 pm
Sards wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 1:28 pm
OomStruisbaai wrote: Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:56 am
You were the Libbok lover. What happened? The Stormers have some excellent 10s, Dobson just need to play them.
Who are you buying?
SMZ has renew his contract until 2027. He is going to be the next Springbok flyhalf. Jurie Mattee is also a born and bred young Stormers flyhalf.
And neither of them play at 10 for the Stormers.....and yet they are the next Springbok flyhalf????
Typical Stormers arrogance.

btw....I think SMZ is a real talent that will definitely play for the Springboks one day.
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https://www.facebook.com/share/v/YwazTL ... tid=w8EBqM

Sharks marketing looks more on point now we are improving
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Sards wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2024 5:46 pm https://www.facebook.com/share/v/YwazTL ... tid=w8EBqM

Sharks marketing looks more on point now we are improving
That's much better than that fear the fin bollocks.
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assfly wrote: Wed Apr 24, 2024 5:32 am
Sards wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2024 5:46 pm https://www.facebook.com/share/v/YwazTL ... tid=w8EBqM

Sharks marketing looks more on point now we are improving
That's much better than that fear the fin bollocks.
NOONE bought into that..... :crazy:

At least things are looking a lot more positive lately
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Am is out of the Challenge Cup Final.

But should be back for the Boks.
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In one of the proudest days for DHS Rugby, we announce that 34 DHS Learners have been selected for KwaZulu-Natal Rugby. Yes, 34!

A record was set a 2 years ago for School when 6 players were selected for Craven Week. We are ecstatic that this year the record has been broken and 9 of our players have been chosen for Craven Week! In another first for School, 8 players have been selected for the Grant Khomo team!

We congratulate all of these boys on these historic achievements. All boys selected are the following:

Craven Week:
Bongani Dlamini, Sibusiso Mahlangu, Akahlulwa Boqwana, Khanyisa Stamper, Mahle Sithole, Adriano Jackson, Duncan Basson, Zingce Simka, Marcwin Nero

Academy Week (U17):
Josef Udo-Idung, Bradley La Grange, Inathinkosi Mkhencele, Okuhle Mbanjwa, Jordan van Wyk

Rhino Week (U17):
Josè Lottering

Grant Khomo:
Duhan du Plessis, Cilermo Carolus, Milisuthando George, Iwan Slabbert, Liko Konza, Nathan Aneke, Amogeleng Mataboge, Zion Smith

KZN U16B:
Ambesiwe Sipango

Rhino Week (KZN U15A):
Eduard Jacobs, Kurshtion Martin, Phokhule Hlatswayo, JP Maritz, Nyakallo Masiloane, Jaylin Cleophas, Sterlin Padi

KZN U15B:
Junior Douw, Zannez Ontong, Abokwe Moeng

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assfly wrote: Tue May 21, 2024 11:42 am Am is out of the Challenge Cup Final.

But should be back for the Boks.
Hooker is good. I like him very much. Not a twinkle toes but in the AE mould . And he passes the ball, breaks tackles, can set up a ruck.

BTW did you notice Jordan Hendricks at 12 for the Lions. Got URC 12 of the round...against all the top 12s that played.....have the Lions done us a favor by exposing that quiver to Jordan's bow. That kid can literally cover every position in the backline bar 9

Imagine our versatility
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I am starting to see a plan emerging from Plum.
Some of his purchases are dead right.

Wish the Tank would return
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I think we've got a decent squad for next year.

But we need them to click. It's so obvious for most of this season it's been a very unhappy camp. By next season he can't blame it on Everitt anymore.
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I think I'm most excited about Jason Jenkins. That man can bring some much-needed teeth to our pack.
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assfly wrote: Tue May 21, 2024 12:36 pm I think I'm most excited about Jason Jenkins. That man can bring some much-needed teeth to our pack.
What about Trevor and Andre Esterhuizen. We are looking really good. I don't think Everett bought soundly. They bought rehabs . Have we even seen all of the buys.
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Sards wrote: Tue May 21, 2024 1:34 pm What about Trevor and Andre Esterhuizen. We are looking really good. I don't think Everett bought soundly. They bought rehabs . Have we even seen all of the buys.
Those are both excellent signings. But it's been so long since we have had two truly excellent locks playing together.
I like Rahl and van Heerden, they've both got very bright futures. But we also need depth.
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assfly wrote: Wed May 22, 2024 5:51 am
Sards wrote: Tue May 21, 2024 1:34 pm What about Trevor and Andre Esterhuizen. We are looking really good. I don't think Everett bought soundly. They bought rehabs . Have we even seen all of the buys.
Those are both excellent signings. But it's been so long since we have had two truly excellent locks playing together.
I like Rahl and van Heerden, they've both got very bright futures. But we also need depth.
Agreed. Excellent detph building for a solid set pieces.
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CHAMPIONS OF EUROPE*

:lol: :lol: :lol:
Got a nice sound to it
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assfly wrote: Mon May 27, 2024 5:43 am CHAMPION$ OF EUROPE*

:lol: :lol: :lol:
Got a nice sound to it
Go for it!

They played a very nice game

And I fixed your post for you.
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:thumbup:

After the worst season in our history, that win is quite special. I know Gloucester aren't exactly Toulouse, but we still managed to string together a number of wins whilst we were being spanked in the URC.

It's the best I've seen Koch, Venter and Buthelezi play.
Masuku deserved a medal after what he's done for the $harks this season.
It won't be the last medal Ethan Hooker wins, that's for sure.
Not Fassi's best game of the season, but he has improved tenfold this year.

CHAMPION$ OF €UROPE!!!*
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assfly wrote: Mon May 27, 2024 6:34 am :thumbup:

After the worst season in our history, that win is quite special. I know Gloucester aren't exactly Toulouse, but we still managed to string together a number of wins whilst we were being spanked in the URC.

It's the best I've seen Koch, Venter and Buthelezi play.
Masuku deserved a medal after what he's done for the $harks this season.
It won't be the last medal Ethan Hooker wins, that's for sure.
Not Fassi's best game of the season, but he has improved tenfold this year.

CHAMPION$ OF €UROPE!!!*
Your real test is saturday against the Bulls C team.
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