Tag: Stories of the Bounce
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Stories of the Bounce: Getting to know Vodacom Bulls forward, Ruan Vermaak
Vodacom Bulls forward, Ruan Vermaak’s journey to topflight rugby proves his versatility on and off the pitch! After making the move to Japan to play for the NTT Red Hurricanes in 2021, the versatile forward came back home the following year with a suitcase full of invaluable experience and an opportunity to put on the…
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Stories of the Bounce: Vodacom Bulls flyhalf, Chris Smith, kicks his way to topflight rugby
Our latest Stories of the Bounce guest is known for his impressive footwork and his match-winning skills! Vodacom Bulls flyhalf, Chris Smith, chats to our host, Xola Ntshinga, about the different change moments that have led him to the iconic grounds at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, and his experience playing in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.
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Stories of the Bounce: Meet Vodacom Bulls wing, Stravino Jacobs, the speedster who sprinted his way to professional rugby
Our Stories of the Bounce guest’s rise to professional rugby is almost as fast as his pace on the field. Vodacom Bulls wing, Stravino Jacobs, has the speed, ability, and attitude to follow in the legendary footsteps of the wings before him who’ve called Loftus Versfeld Stadium home. Our host, Xola Ntshinga, manages to catch…
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Stories of the Bounce: Mihlali Mosi, Vodacom Bulls loose forward, takes the bull by the horns
Many have described him as exceptionally hard-working, talented, and a skilled ball carrier. The man who finds himself in the hot seat in this Stories of the Bounce episode is none other than Vodacom Bulls loose forward, Mihlali Mosi! He chats to our host, Xola Ntshinga, about his experience playing and living in different cities,…
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Stories of the Bounce: We visit Loftus Versfeld Stadium to chat to Vodacom Bulls forwards coach, Russell Winter
In this episode of Stories of the Bounce, we take a trip to Pretoria to visit the legendary Loftus Versfeld Stadium! We caught up with Vodacom Bulls forwards coach, Russell Winter, and got some insight into his life as a coach to one of the most popular rugby clubs in the world. The former rugby…
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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…
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Stories of the Bounce: How DHL Stormers centre and wing, Leolin Zas, took the inaugural Vodacom United Rugby Championship by storm!
If you followed the inaugural Vodacom United Rugby Championship, then you’re probably a fan of this week’s Stories of the Bounce guest! DHL Stormers and DHL Western Province centre and wing, Leolin Zas’s story is one of redemption. The Vodacom United Rugby Championship breakout star chats to Dalin about the horrific injury that nearly ended…