Category: Exchange
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The Day the Rugby Won My Irish Heart
My parents, both Irish passport holders as well as proud South African citizens, were too settled in their suburban lives during Apartheid to bother getting me that passport that would enable to me roam the world in my later life.
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How I lost the Mighty Battle to be the Number One Rugby Fan in the House
I used to pride myself on being able to tell you exactly why a referee was blowing up play a nano-second after he did so, but I bit my tongue ever since I called offside and she told me it was because the game had ended.
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On the #LoveChange Showcase: Grant Lottering’s helmet
Grant Lottering is the pro-cyclist who did what the world thought was impossible. After slamming into rock in the Italian Alps he was hospitalised and it seemed unlikely that he’d ever race again. The world was wrong, just 11 months after recovering, Grant Lottering completed the race that almost took his life.
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Thanks Mom, for Teaching Me to Love Sport & Ignore the Haters
The representation of a sport-loving female demographic was always prevalent, thanks to my mom. I never felt weird or threatened for loving sport, because to me, it was just the normal thing to do even if you were a woman.
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On the #LoveChange Showcase: James Thompson’s Olympics Mascot
From TUKS to the Olympics, James Thompson is definitely a guy to look out for at the 2016 Rio Olympics! #LoveChange
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True Confessions of a Rugby Ignoramus
At the mention of rugby, I’m likely to be found in a corner somewhere, preferably under a blankie, in the foetal position, gently rocking and humming. Simply put, I’m not a fan.
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Jack Parow: From fish packer to Afrikaans rapper
What do you do when an employee cites “to become an Afrikaans rapper” as the reason for his resignation? You tell him he’s crazy, right?
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Seven Ways to Fall Head Over Heels in Love With Rugby
If you’re new to the joys of the game, or if you just want a handy refresher, try this guide to some of the codes and flavours that will have you cheering, on the sidelines or on the couch.
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On the #LoveChange ShowCase: Mignon du Preez’s gloves
Not only is Mignon du Preez a great batsperson, since 2011 she’s been the South African Women Team’s captain in Test, ODI and Twenty20 cricket. She’s definitely an inspirational leader to her team and was a great guest on the show, where she donated her branded gloves to the #LoveChange ShowCase.
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Who Can Blame Our Rugby Players for Moving Overseas?
A life in Bloemfontein with a few trips to Australiasia here and there, or a full-time European odyssey with culture on tap? It really is an easy choice for some, writes Ben Karpinsky.