No Rivalries, Just Growth: Fassi’s Refreshing Take on Bok Backline Battle

There’s a certain calm to Aphelele Fassi when he speaks. It’s not arrogance, and it’s definitely not indifference — it’s clarity. The kind that only comes from a player who’s been through the system, worn the jersey, faced setbacks, and come out hungrier. This week, during a media engagement with the Springboks, Fassi offered a refreshing and mature perspective on…

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Freddy Hirsch renews and expands SA Rugby partnership

SA Rugby announced on Thursday that its partnership with the Freddy Hirsch Group (FHG) has been renewed for four more years, while the agreement has been expanded to include all of South Africa’s national rugby teams. This partnership, which was first formed in 2023, is reinforcing FHG’s commitment to build national pride at every level of the game. In addition…

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“What the Cameras Don’t See: A Former Player’s Plea to Rebuild from Within”

By Renaldo Bothma Part 3 of 3 | Exclusive for Octafield There’s something I’ve been wanting to say for a while — and I’m saying it now, loud and clear: Most people have no idea what it takes to be a professional rugby player or coach in South Africa.Renaldo Bothma You see the tries. You see the pressers. You see…

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Coaches Corner

Exclusive Interview with Jimmy Stonehouse: A New Era for the Pumas Rugby Team

In an exclusive interview, Jimmy Stonehouse, the seasoned coach of the Pumas, shared his insights and ambitions for the 2024 Currie Cup season. With a fresh squad and renewed determination,…

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