Author: BrightRock
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Playing the Bounce: Say bonjour to La Rochelle star, Dillyn Leyds
From South Africa, to Australia, and now France, victory seems to follow Dillyn Leyds everywhere he goes! The former Springbok joins us in the second last episode of Playing the Bounce. He chats to Dalin and Benedict about his love and passion for the game, where it all began for him, and the French way…
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Playing the Bounce: In conversation with sports journalist and French rugby guru, James Harrington
If you love rugby, then this episode of Playing the Bounce is for you. Hosts, Dalin and Benedict, catch up with renowned sports journalist, James Harrington, about all things French rugby and the 2023 Rugby World Cup. They chat World Cup predictions, the state of rugby across the globe, and the intense rugby culture in…
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Playing the Bounce: In conversation with Louis Ludik, retired Ulster utility back
From the Lions, the Sharks, to Ulster, Louis Ludik is no stranger to playing the bounce! Known and loved for his versatility on the field, the retired South African rugby player and former Ulster utility back, proves to us that he’s just as versatile off the field. He chats to Kooks, and rugby analyst, Benedict…
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Playing the Bounce: La Rochelle centre, Raymond Rhule, is a force to be reckoned with!
Ghanaian-born La Rochelle centre and wing, Raymond Rhule, is the latest guest in our Playing the Bounce series! The former Springbok took time to chat to Dalin Oliver, and rugby writer and analyst, Benedict Chanakira, about his change moments, on and off the field. The exceptionally-gifted rugby union player, and now 2022 European Rugby Champion…
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Playing the Bounce: Kooks and Benedict sit down with Glasgow Warriors lock, Sintu Manjezi
In our latest Playing the Bounce episode, Kooks and Benedict are joined by South African rugby union player and Glasgow Warriors lock, Sintu Manjezi. They chat about his dynamic rugby career, from his Currie Cup debut with the Eastern Province Elephants to putting on the famous Glasgow Warriors jersey.
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Playing the Bounce: We get up close and personal with Bernard Jackman, former Irish rugby union player
We’re back with our Playing the Bounce series and this week we’re chatting to Irish former rugby union player and ex-coach, Bernard Jackman! He gets up close and personal with Dalin and Benedict about his time on the field, the pressures of coaching, and shares his tips on how coaches can adapt to the newer…
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Playing the Bounce: We chat to retired Irish-born rugby union player, Ian McKinley
In this episode of Playing the Bounce, comedian and avid Stormers supporter, Dalin Oliver, and rugby writer and analyst, Benedict Chanakira, chat to retired Irish-born, Italian rugby union player, Ian McKinley. He opens up about his unconventional rugby career and the story behind his distinctive protective goggles.
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Stories of the Bounce: We have fun with DHL Stormers loose forward, Hacjivah Dayimani
The DHL Stormers’ Hacjivah Dayimani is no stranger to change. The vibrant rugby star had a difficult childhood that saw him move around the country, an experience that’s contributed to his appreciation for change. When he’s not turning out electrifying performances on the field, you can find him changing the face of South African rugby…
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Stories of the Bounce: We catch up with DHL Stormers hooker and fan favourite, Scarra Ntubeni
DHL Stormers hooker, Scarra Ntubeni, has had a career filled with change moments that have required him to persevere and rise above. Having joined Western Province Rugby over 10 years ago, Scarra, has stormed his way into the hearts of The Faithful, thanks to his passion for the game, his physicality, and his consistency. He…
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Stories of the Bounce: DHL Stormers centre, Dan du Plessis, carries on his family legacy on the rugby field!
DHL Stormers centre, Dan du Plessis, takes a break from the field to chat to our Playing the Bounce host, Dalin Oliver. The former Junior Springbok, and heir to the du Plessis rugby legacy, is carving a path of his own at DHL Stadium while donning the iconic blue and white jersey. Watch as he…