Author: Ben Karpinski
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The Secret of England’s Amazing Rugby Revival
They are still the same players, only now thriving in an environment where they know they can reach their best.
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Let’s Face It, Rugby isn’t What It Used to Be
As much as we love and cheer for the sexy running rugby, length of the field tries and skip passes and side steps, rugby is still a game that is won by a team with great pack of forwards, and an intelligent kicking game.
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How to be the Most Super Rugby Fan in Your Family
It’s almost Super Rugby season, so Ben Karpinski explains what you need to know about this year’s tournament.
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Why SA Rugby Needs to Embrace Its Inner Underdog
Last year may have been a grueling year for local rugby, but the good news is that underdogs often emerge victorious when all expectations are against them.
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What We Can All Learn About Life & Change From the Blitzboks
What makes the Blitzboks so special? Why is it that the Springboks are at rock bottom, but these guys are consistently at the top of their game?
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Why Even Rugby Players Need a Holiday
The chances of staying on your feet are far greater when you get off them for a decent period at some stage, writes Ben Karpinski.
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How a Dad’s Amazing Gift of Love Helped an SA Rugby Hero
It has been a tough year for South African rugby, but young lock Springbok lock Pieter-Steph du Toit is one of the few positives. He is fully deserving of his SA Rugby Player of the Year accolade.
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Why the Boks Really Need to Start Boxing Smarter
The nature of the Springbok win against the Wallabies at Loftus Versfeld confirmed the lack of long-term planning within the Springbok team over the years.
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Now More Than Ever, South Africa Needs to Win the 2023 Rugby World Cup
The tournament must be seen as an opportunity to realise objectives for transformation, and create a boost to the economy and general sporting morale in the country.
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Why Rugby Needs the Currie Cup Now More Than Ever
Even if you are the biggest of South African rugby fans, there is a good chance you will admit that the Currie Cup isn’t the drawcard it used to be.