He started playing rugby union in 2009, when he joined United Rugby Club. Thanks for the support in Namibia's journey to the World Cup and throughout the tournament. This makes Namibia the birth place of the 7th most number of Rugby Players behind France and Argentina. In 2015, he joined the University of the West Coast (UWC) side where he played for 8 games and scored 15 points over that season. Required fields are marked *. 1916. Engels made his international debut for South Africa in 2009 and has since played for the Southern Kings and Namibia. Engels is the father of two children. Greyling is an ambitious player who is looking to continue his rugby career at the highest level possible. The team achieved their best result in the 1988 season, where they finished third. Retief is married and has two children. He started playing rugby union at a young age and has since played for a number of teams in his home country, including Pearol. He played for the Houston Sabercats in the USA PRO Rugby competition and also represented his country at the international level. Jacques Nieuwenhuis is a flanker by trade, and is known for his hard work on the field. He is a hard worker and is always looking to make an impact. He has played for Llanelli RFC and Wales since 1985, and has been a member of the national team since 1985. Johan Deysel is a Namibian rugby union player who currently plays for Colomiers in the Top 14. Max Katjijeko signed for Welwitschias in 2017 and has made an impact at provincial level. The team and staff are safe and on lock down till the City and Prefecture advises otherwise. In 1996, he returned to rugby union and signed for Blackheath. This page contains a list of the greatest Namibian Rugby Players. 1. Two of the greatest Number 8's of all time are Argentina's Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe and Italy's Sergio Parisse. Jantjies made his international debut for South Africa in 2007, and has since appeared in 46 Tests and 29 Rugby World Cup matches. Max Katjijeko is a dedicated and hardworking rugby player and is set to continue his development in the years to come. He has represented Eastern Province at youth levels and Sharks U21s during his career thus far, impressing with his accuracy from distance and flair with the ball in hand. There is some debate about whether or not football cleats should be worn when playing rugby. When he ended his international career in August 2008, he held the all-time records for both caps and points for South Africa's national team, known as the Springboks. Their record defeat, 1420 against Australia in the 2003 tournament, led to some questioning the presence of the minor teams at the tournament. FORMER national rugby star Dirk Farmer will always be remembered for his speed and agility on the field of play. He attended Windhoek High School where he played rugby union. In a baseball cost around $ 0.25 per ball. Theuns Kotz is a powerful and technical midfielder who is known for his passing, shooting and tackling ability. Des Sethie is a promising young player, and his career is only going to get better. Du Toit is hoping to help Pearol win their first Uruguayan championship in over a decade in 2018. This followed criticisms from non-white rugby clubs that the Namibian Rugby Union displayed racist attitudes. He retired from rugby union in 2017 to focus on his professional career. Richard Hardwick is a professional rugby league footballer who plays for the Perth Spirit in the National Rugby League. He attended Windhoek High School and played rugby union for Welwitschias. He returned to international rugby in 2010, and has since played for the Namibia national team in the 2013, 2015 and 2017 Africa Cup of Nations. The Seawolves are one of only two franchises from North America currently competing in MLR. Engels is a player with a lot of potential, and is sure to continue making a significant impact on the rugby scene. 0 He is a versatile player who is comfortable playing at both centre and right-back. He is also a very good passer of the ball and is a key player for his team. Izaacs was born in Pretoria and played youth rugby for the Sharks. David Philander made his first class debut for Welwitschias in the 2010 Currie Cup Premier Division. He has also played for the Leopards' Amateur team. In 2017, Davies took up a new role as assistant coach with the Scarlets, where he helped them to reach the Pro14 Final. Running in the 100 metres and 200 metres, he won four silver medals at the Olympic Games (two in . Klim is a dedicated and hard-working player, who is always looking to improve her game. Deysel is a popular player with his teammates and is always willing to give his all for the team. Before independence Namibia played as South West Africa and played touring teams who toured South Africa. Uanivi is a valuable asset to his team and is always looking to contribute. Namibia has produced some of the best rugby players in the world. His position was at fullback. .minu-table-trigger {font-size: 1.3rem; David Philander was included in the Welwitschias squad for the 2013 Rugby World Cup, but again failed to feature in any of the team's matches. Bothma is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a solid performance for his team. Deysel is contracted to Colomiers until 2020. FIND YOUR EXPERIENCE. Tinus du Plessis has made over 100 appearances for Welwitschias and is currently their flanker. Jacques Burger first came to prominence when he represented the Bulls in Super Rugby in 2008 and 2009. Mans is survived by his wife and two children. Renaldo has scored 10 points in 7 games for the Golden Lions and 5 points in 6 games for the Leopards. He has also coached Eastern Province and Emerging Springboks. Kazombiaze is a rugby ambassador for the Leicester Tigers and has worked with the club to promote the game in Tanzania. Coetzee was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1973. Retief began playing rugby union at Windhoek Gymnasium and made his provincial debut for Griquas in the 2018 Currie Cup. Chad Plato is a fly-half who plays for Italian side Zebre. Van Vuuren has also been touted as a future captain of South Africa. SMSes 2022-05-11: SMS OF The Day CITIZEN, Nahas Angula's comment Friday 29 July was spot on. Jantjies is a popular figure in South Africa and is widely regarded as one of the country's finest rugby players. He has represented his country at various international tournaments, most notably at the 2003 World Cup where South Africa reached the semi-finals. In 2014, Drotsky was again selected in the Wallabies squad for their tour of Europe. In 2016, Van der Westhuizen signed for the Free State Cheetahs following the expiration of his contract with the Leopards. The African side was able to win the IRB Nations Cup in 2010 . He is married and has two children. Kitshoff has represented Namibia at various youth levels and made his senior international debut in 2015. During the international seasons Namibia played six games; the first of which was a 5523 win over Zimbabwe. Casper Viviers has a degree in tourism from the University of Namibia and is currently working on his masters. Adriaan Booysen is a retired Namibian rugby union player. With an HPI of 30.25, Percy Montgomery is the most famous Namibian Rugby Player. Deysel is a valuable member of the Sharks squad and has played a key role in their recent success. Rademeyer made his Super Rugby debut for Western Province in 2018. Uanivi is currently a lock for US Montauban in the PRO14. Position. In 2010, Engels joined the Bulls, and he played for them until the end of the 2016 season. He then attended the University of Pretoria, where he played for the university's rugby union team. Other criteria include the relative strength of each team, the margin of victory, and an allowance for home advantage. Rugby World Cup Hospitality will be on full display here. He was born in Rehoboth, Namibia and attended Windhoek Gymnasium. In April 2017, Engels announced his retirement from rugby union. [2] The team lost to New Zealand, South Africa and Italy, while the match versus Canada was cancelled because of Typhoon Hagibis. Deysel is married, and has two children. The age of players spans from 21 to 37, while the most common positions are back three (19%) and back row (18%). In 1996 Namibia played two matches; losing 1315 to Zimbabwe, and then defeating them by one point in a subsequent meeting. He represented Namibia at the 1990 FIFA World Cup and the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Except that he failed to apply the same logic to the national level. Pieter Willem Steenkamp is a 25-year-old fly-half and fullback who currently plays for Welwitschias in the Southern Hemisphere Rugby League. He started playing rugby union when he was at school and has since played for several clubs including Falcons and Old Wesley. Rohan Kitshoff is a flanker who currently plays for Welwitschias in the German Bundesliga. A place to meet and chat about namibian rugby. In 2017, he helped his country to qualify for the Rugby World Cup 2019 tournament by winning their qualifying campaign. Statistics include officially capped matches only. Greyling is a strong passer and has a good understanding of the game. Ludick is a highly rated player and is seen as a long-term prospect for the national team. Kotz is a fast, powerful runner and is known for his hard tackling. He is a three-time South African Rugby Union Player of the Year, and was also named in the World Rugby Team of the Year in 2016. It was formed in March 1990, when it also joined. He then signed for the Welwitschias in 2012. padding: 1rem 0; After his cricketing career, Van Vuuren has worked as a coach in Namibia. Alcino Izaacs is likely to feature prominently for Racing 92 during the 201819 Top 14 season. He is married to wife, Ilse and they have two children. Rademeyer is 1.82 metres tall and weighs 100 kilograms. He is a valuable member of the Welwitschias team and we are looking forward to seeing more of his performances. Deysel is a valuable member of the Sharks squad and is always looking to improve his rugby skills. On 7 November, Allister Coetzee named a 30-man squad for Namibia's End-of-Year matches against Spain and Canada. Retief made his debut for the club in a 1-1 draw with Mamelodi Sundowns in the 201617 season. Golfers tan is a skin discoloration that results from the natural exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. He made his first-team debut in 2017 and has since gone on to play 15 matches for the Namibian national team, scoring 159 points in the process. Jacques Burger is married to actress Charlize Theron, and they have two children. Klim made her senior debut for Namibia in 2016 and has since played a number of matches for the national team. Redelinghuys is currently the joint-second highest points scorer in Super Rugby history, with 261 points. He is a reliable defender who is also known for his strong tackling abilities. Ruan is a powerful lock and is known for his strong defence. He is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills. He has represented Namibia at every age level, from Under-15 to the senior squad. 7 = Morgan Parra (France/Clermont) - 580,000 (662,692) Van Jaarsveld is a hooker and flanker and is also known for his strong defence. Jaco Engels is a rugby union commentator for South African television. Janco Venter has a good attitude on and off the field. Jacques Nieuwenhuis is currently contracted to the Falcons until the end of the 2009 season. Prince Gaoseb is a flanker and played for Windhoek High School in Namibia. Chad Plato is a 24-year-old fullback who was born in Swakopmund, Namibia. Greyling is a hard worker who puts in a lot of effort on the field. He was born in 1979 in Uamazuwaka, Tanzania and played rugby union for local clubs before joining the Leicester Tigers in 2003. Alcino Izaacs is currently contracted to French club Racing 92. He is a popular figure in the Italian rugby community, and is highly respected for his skills and determination. He is a versatile player who is capable of playing at both fly-half and centre. He is a business analyst and is currently working as a consultant for an insurance company. In his spare time, Tjiuee enjoys playing golf and watching rugby union. Romanian players tackling the Namibian winger Conrad Marais during a Nations Cup match in June. Theuns Kotz is a utility back who has played for Griquas and Leopards in the Currie Cup and Vodacom Cup. With his powerful running and accurate passing, Damian can create opportunities for others on the field, making him an important part of any team he plays for. expand_more. South Africa's winger Bryan Habana is named Thursday Nov. 1, 2012, as South African rugby's player of the year, beating other celebrity players to gain South Africa's . Namibia convincingly won both legs, qualifying for the World Cup. He is married and has two children. Kisting is a good passer, and is also an accurate kicker. He is a versatile player who is capable of playing at either flank or at number 8. THE Welwitschias will face a baptism of fire when they launch their 2023 rugby season against the South African Currie Cup champions, the Pumas this week. Although primarily a centre or fly-half, Cliven can also play as a full back or on the wing if need be; this versatility makes him an important part of any side he features in. He started playing rugby union at a young age and has since progressed through the ranks, making his debut for the Namibian national team in 2016. Damien is also a hardworking back-rower and will ensure that his forwards are well supported when they need it most which could prove crucial during matches against tougher opposition later in the season. He played a key role in the Cavaliers' recent victory in the SABC Cup. He played for Namibia at youth level before moving to South Africa to play for the University of Johannesburg. Uanivi made his debut for Namibia in 2012, at the age of just 18. Kisting has been a regular member of the Romania national side, and has made 15 appearances for the team. Gazza has worked with popular Namibian and South African musicians and producers including The Dogg, Elvo, DJ Cleo, Sunny Boy, Brown Dash, Mandoza, Ees, and Zola to name a few. Janco Venter is currently the captain of the Western Province side. Mans also played for clubs such as Ajax Cape Town, Hercules, Willem II and Feyenoord. Davies has been a part of the Welsh national team for over 30 years, and has played in four Rugby World Cups. Gerhard Mans was born in 1982 in South Africa. Jacques Burger is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Janco Venter has played for the Western Province in the Super Rugby competition. His career looks promising and he will be looking to continue his good form in the Premier League this season. He has been a regular for the Broncos since 2007 and has made over 100 appearances for the club. If you are an active subscriber and the article is not showing, please log out and back in. He joined the English side ETA Sport Conditioning in 2013 and played for them in the RFU Championship and the Anglo-Welsh Cup. Adriaan Ludick is a lock for the South African rugby union team. He attended Tsumeb Gymnasium and played rugby union for the Leopards. Jan is a product of Privaatskool Elnatan in Gobabis, where he also represented his school in cricket and basketball before turning to rugby union at age 18. He went on to make 46 appearances for the side before joining Dinamo in 2014. Van Jaarsveld has played for Bayonne in the French Top 14. .minu-table-of-contents{ Divan Rossouw is a rising star in the world of rugby, and is sure to be a major player in the future. Janco Venter is a talented rugby player and is a major part of the Western Province side. Prince Gaoseb is the son of former Namibian rugby union captain and coach, Roland Gaoseb. Jacques Burger is a dangerous player with a great deal of skill and experience. Hardwick made his NRL debut for the Sydney Roosters in 2009 and has since played for the Melbourne Rising, the Brisbane Broncos, the Newcastle Knights, and the Perth Spirit. Engels played rugby union for the Leopards and the Pumas in his youth, and later had a successful senior career with the Sharks. Rossouw is a powerful and skilful utility back, and is well-known for his hard work and determination on the pitch. Greyling is a talented flyhalf who is worth watching in the future. Des Sethie is a versatile player, able to play in several positions on the pitch. In 2002, Jacques Nieuwenhuis was named the South African Rugby Union Player of the Year. Johann Tromp is expected to join Strela in the 2020 season. Nelius Theron is currently a prop for the Leopards. Rademeyer has shown talent in athletics and has represented his country at junior level. He has played for Rebels since 2013 and has been a regular player for them. Van Vuuren is a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast-medium bowler. Kotz is currently contracted to the Western Province Rugby Union. Wian is primarily a flanker but can also play as an outside centre or number 8 if needed. Namibia defeated Cte d'Ivoire, Morocco and Zimbabwe to qualify for the 1999 Rugby World Cup. Born and bred at. He made his debut for the Springboks in 2014 and has since played in seven Tests and 26 ODIs. Rudie van Vuuren is a former bowler for Namibia. Namibia confirmed their place at Japan 2019 with a 53-28 win over Kenya in August 2018. In 2003, he was named Namibia's sportsman of the year. Jacques Burger began his rugby union career with the Wildeklawer Griquas in 2005. That was averted late on Wednesday after compromises were found with Welsh rugby powerbrokers over issues like Wales' 60-cap selection policy for players plying their trade outside the country . Booysen is now focusing on his new career as a sports commentator and analyst for TV networks across Africa. Kisting is a hard-working player, who is known for his stamina and work-rate. De Klerk is one of the most talented and experienced players in the world of rugby union and is considered a key member of the South Africa Rugby Union team. He was born in South Africa, but moved to the UK as a child and played for Doncaster Knights before joining Dallas Jackals in 2016. Kotz. Tinus du Plessis is a hard worker and is often praised for his rugby skills. Tjiuee Uanivi was born in Otjiwarongo, Namibia in 1990. Tinus du Plessis played for the Cornish Pirates in the 2006/2007 season, and then he moved to play for the Rotherham Titans in the 2008/2009 season. Theron is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his skills. Gerhard Mans is a veteran of the international stage and is still playing at a high level. The five reserves are Renier van Zyl, Wian Geldenhuys and Benjamin Boshoff (Oshikoto; and Kobus Wilders and Lyle Beukes (Khomas). Percival Colin Montgomery OIS (born 15 March 1974) is a South African former professional rugby union player. David Philander was a member of the Welwitschias squad that competed in the 2012 Currie Cup Premier Division. In 2017, Bothma joined Harlequins on a five-year contract. Klim is a highly-rated player and is currently one of the most promising young players in world rugby. He made his debut for the team in 2016 and has since played in a number of international tournaments. Namibia have secured their place at a seventh successive Rugby World Cup by beating Kenya 36-0 in the final of the Rugby Africa Cup 2022 in Aix-en-Provence on Sunday. Klim is a passionate rugby player and is always looking to contribute to her team. Tinus du Plessis has also played for the Sharks, and he has been a part of the Sharks squad since the 2016/2017 season. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a performance for his team. Flyhalves: Cliven Loubser,. De la Harpe is a hard-working centre who is always looking to put in a shift for his team. Esegui il download di questa immagine stock: FILE- South Africa's Bryan Habana dives across the line to score a try during the Rugby World Cup game against Namibia in Auckland, New Zealand, in this file photo dated Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011. Rugby union has been played in Namibia since 1916 when it was introduced by soldiers from South Africa who had invaded the German-run colony. He has represented Namibia internationally and has had a number of impressive performances. Allister Coetzee is a rugby union coach and former player who has been in charge of the South Africa national team since 2016. Oct 12, 2019. He has also represented his country at the World Cup, the Confederations Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Greyling is a valuable member of the Welwitschias side and is always putting in a shift. He made his professional debut for the Leopards in 2014 and was a regular in the side until 2016. His nickname was "The Beast". They managed to lose to Georgia by a single point (17-16), their best result ever and winning their first bonus point at the competition. Ruan Ludick is a lock for Welwitschias and has played for the side since 2014. Van Jaarsveld began playing rugby union at the age of 16, playing for Blue Bulls in Pretoria. window.open(`https://www.a`+`ma`+`zo`+`n.co`+`m/dp/${e.getAttribute('minu')}?tag=tpacku-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1`, '_blank') Greyling is a dangerous attacker who can score points from anywhere on the field. Tlcharger cette image : FILE- South Africa's Bryan Habana dives across the line to score a try during the Rugby World Cup game against Namibia in Auckland, New Zealand, in this file photo dated Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011. padding: 0.4rem 1rem; He made his debut for the Saracens in the 201011 season, and went on to play for them for six seasons before joining the Griquas in 2016. With a small player base, and lacking frequent or strong competition, the team has deteriorated in the 21st century. He is contracted to Welwitschias until 2019. Their first match in the Rugby World Cup, held in New Zealand (at the Rotorua International Stadium) resulted in a defeat by Fiji by 4529. Chrysander Botha has represented South Africa at youth level and played for the UJ in the 2012 Currie Cup. Behati Prinsloo Namibian, Model } He has also been known to be a good organizer of the play. Alcino Izaacs is a 29-year-old winger and fullback who was born in Windhoek, Namibia. Kazombiaze is married and has two children. Ruan Ludick is a Socceroo/Namibian international who has played for Merthyr and Welwitschias in the Australian National Soccer League. Pages in category "Namibian rugby union players" The following 116 pages are in this category, out of 116 total. 52 talking about this. He is a keen outdoorsman and enjoys hunting, fishing and mountain biking. Damian Stevens is a talented rugby player who represents the Western Province side. Steenkamp has represented Namibia at under-16, under-18, and under-20 levels and was a part of the side that won the 2015 African U-20 Championship. He attended Windhoek Gymnasium Private School and played for the school's rugby side. Johann Tromp was born in Windhoek, Namibia in 1990. Max Katjijeko is a powerful lock who is hardworking and committed to his rugby career. He is a true legend of the sport. Although it can be aesthetically pleasing, golfers tan can also be very harmful if not treated properly. Jacques Burger . He was born in Rehoboth, Namibia and attended Windhoek Gymnasium. Coetzee is a South African international and has been capped 10 times. He has represented Namibia at international level and has played 34 games, scoring 24 tries. Damian made his senior debut for Western Province during the 2017 Currie Cup qualification campaign and has since gone on to make 24 appearances for them across all competitions including 6 starts this year in their Super Rugby campaign so far. Corne Powell is a Namibian rugby union player who has played for the Namibia national team since 1997. Max Katjijeko has been called up to the Namibian national team and will look to add to his collection of caps in the coming years. Casper Viviers has a BMI of 23 and is 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) tall. Independence came too late for Namibia to qualify for the 1991 Rugby World Cup. Kotz has also played for the South Africa Sevens team. In 2017, he announced his retirement from rugby after 15 years of competing at the highest level. He made his professional debut in 2006 with Western Province, and has since played for the Stormers, Blues, and Sharks. cursor: pointer; National rugby union team representing Namibia, For the Namibian representative rugby union team playing in South African domestic competitions, see, South West Africa Record vs Touring Teams, "Rugby Union: England bucks the global growth trend", "Namibia Rugby World Cup Fixtures, Squad, Group, Guide", "Rugby Union - ESPN Scrum - Statsguru - Test matches - Player records". De la Harpe has made over 100 appearances for the Welwitschias, and has also played for the Free State Cheetahs, the Blue Bulls, and the Sharks. Here are ten famous people you never knew they played rugby. This category has the following 4 subcategories, out of 4 total. Du Toit has been capped at junior level by Namibia and made his senior international debut in 2016. Member Unions. Ludick is a senior player at the Boland Cavaliers and has enjoyed a lengthy career in the sport. Janco Venter is a valuable member of the Welwitschias team. He is a player who is always looking to improve, and is a valuable member of any team he plays for. Janco Venter was born in Windhoek, Namibia, on September 19th, 1994. Drotsky is also a regular for Namibia in internationals, and has played at the 2007 Rugby World Cup and the 2011 Africa Cup of Nations. He is the younger brother of former Springbok and Wallabies player, Bryan van der Westhuizen. His own form and the future. After his rugby career ended, Gerhard started working as a physical education teacher. He has made one appearance for the Namibian national team, in a 2017 Africa A-Division match against Ghana. He has also played for the Welsh regional team, the Scarlets, and was head coach of the team from 2006 to 2008. List Gallery Activity Namibian Afrikaner people 47T format_list_bulleted expand_more 1. He made his debut for the Free State Cheetahs in the 2014 Currie Cup. You can also see which of your players are the best at each game mode, and take action to improve their performance. Ludick made his international debut for Namibia in 2016 and has since represented the nation at various youth levels. Although he only started playing rugby seriously about two years ago, Wian looks like he could have a long and successful career ahead of him; we will keep an eye out for future performances from this talented young player. De la Harpe is married, and has two children. David Philander is a rugby union player who currently plays for Welwitschias in the South African Premier Division. margin-bottom: 1.5rem; He has previously played for the Wigan Warriors, London Crusaders and Keighley Cougars. He has represented Namibia at senior level since 2018. The team's participation was put in doubt when the Namibian government's Sports Commission barred the team from participating in a South African competition it had been using as preparation, and threatened to stop the team from taking part in the World Cup. Following another victory over Zimbabwe, in 1993 Namibia played Wales in Windhoek, losing 2338. However, the Namibian squad frustrated Ireland, then the 5th ranked team in the world, and scored two tries for its narrowest World Cup loss of 1732. [1] Ultimately, however, the team were allowed to take part. He is a member of the Namibia national team and has played at both the under-20 and senior level. Casper Viviers has a rugby background, having played for the Namibian Under-18 side and for the Falcons in the Vodacom Cup. He has been described as an attacking midfielder with great technical ability and ball control; this makes him very difficult to defend against on the ground or from set pieces. Louis van der Westhuizen is a Namibian rugby union player who currently plays for the Cheetahs in the Pro14 competition. He is currently in the process of qualifying for the Springboks. The World Rugby Player of the Year in 2016 and 2017, Beauden Barrett is a proven player at the highest level, to say the least. During 1998 Namibia took part in the African tournaments for 1999 Rugby World Cup qualification. border-radius: 0.4rem; In 2010, he made his debut for the Golden Lions senior team. He first came to prominence in the Namibian national team as a scrum-half, but has also played at fly-half and fullback. Van Lill is a very popular player with the Aviron Bayonnais fans and has been named captain for the 2019 season. Gamechanger is a mobile app that lets you see stats on your games, including how many people are playing, how much money youre making, and more. He is married and has two young children. Kisting is a hard-working player, who is known for his stamina and work-rate. 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