SAS 7s

2026
The SAS Rugby Sevens Academy is an international 5-month high performance rugby programme developing players to reach their full potential, or to achieve higher honours.

Players

Age 18 – 24

DATES

August – November 2026

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To apply / for more information contact Nic Ferreira, SAS 7s Head Coach:

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SAS Rugby Sevens flashback 📸
Posduif Cup 2025 ⛳️🏆
Cheers to a new year! 🍻
One last Posduif Cup for the man who gave it its name; the man, the myth, the Posduif himself. @jcdhanekom62
Rugby family closing the year in true SAS style.
Vote for the team you’re backing to take it home ⛳️🐦
#dubai7s 🏆
We kicked off our Dubai Sevens tournament in style. Nothing like a yacht with the boys! 🛥️#SASRugby #DubaiSevens
@simoncowell we’re the talent you didn’t know you needed!🌟 Consider this our official audition for The Next Act: Season 2  #thenextact
SAS Rugby sevens, since 7 seems to be your lucky number. You’re welcome. 🏉🎤 #convenient#simoncowell #boyband #tourbus
Ending the SAS Rugby Coaches Seminar on a high note. Big shoutout to @jackblackbeer for the perfect finish! 🍻
Day 3 wrapped the SAS Rugby Coaches Seminar with sharp game understanding and tactical clarity 💥Corne Uys explored The Modern Kicking Game and whether it truly fits the schoolboy landscape sparking smart conversation and reflection 🎯 @corneuys
Swys de Bruin brought unmatched energy with Top Tips for Attack reminding coaches to think creatively and keep the game alive 💡
Melusi Mthethwa added depth with The Origin of Ties focusing on staying ahead of opposition understanding space and improving decision making 🔄 @melusi_mthethwa_A powerful end to three unforgettable days of connection learning and world class rugby insight 🙌#SASRugby #RugbyIQ #CoachingCommunity #CoachEducation #GameUnderstanding #RugbyInsights #RugbyAttack #RugbyKicking
SAS Rugby Coaches Seminar Day 2 delivered high level coaching insight across every area of the game 🏉🔥James Winstanley challenged coaches to rethink the game with Transition Creating Frameworks for Chaos focusing on clarity under pressure ⚡️
Sean Erasmus shared his detailed approach to Defence and what it takes to build a connected disciplined system that players trust 💙 @seanerasmus
Kevin Foote brought powerful lessons on Culture and Leadership shaped by a global coaching journey 🌍
Helmut Lehmann broke down Building an Easy but Effective Lineout System making set piece success accessible for any team 🙌 @helmutlehmann
Hein Kriek offered invaluable perspective in Director of Rugby You Got the Job Now What helping coaches understand leadership structures and long term planning 🧠 @hein_kriekA massive day of ideas learning and practical coaching growth 💯#SASRugby #CoachGrowth #RugbyCoaching #HighPerformanceRugby #RugbyPathways #LeadershipInSport #RugbyDevelopment
What a way to close out our SAS Rugby 7s campaign! 🥇
Proud to be your Stellenbosch 7s Showdown Champions of 2025 🏆
Thank you to everyone who backed us every step of the way 💛
SAS Rugby Coaches Seminar Day 1 brought incredible energy as the Setanta team unpacked world class performance knowledge 🔥 @setantacollege
Dr Micheál Cahill explored From Child to Champion showing the science and practical application of long term athlete development 🧪 @mcahillphd
Rob Mulcahy deepened the conversation with Understanding Growth and Maturation helping coaches build smarter talent pathways for schoolboy rugby 📚 @rob_mulcahy_sccoach
PJ Wilson added powerful high performance principles turning theory into tools that coaches can use immediately to develop stronger more resilient athletes 🚀 @pjwilson100A phenomenal start filled with learning curiosity and inspiration 💡
A massive shoutout to Jack Black for keeping our coaches refreshed with their newest addition, the @jackblackbeer Lite Lager! 🍻#sasrugbycoachesseminar #jackblackbeer
So much wisdom in one room.
Each speaker shares the one takeaway they hope every coach carries forward. 🏉✍️
Day 1 ✔️
A powerful start to the SAS Rugby Coaches Seminar.
We’re just getting started.
1 DAY TO GO! ⚡️Tomorrow we kick things off with game-changing insights from some of the best rugby minds in the world.
This is one event you definitely don’t want to miss!✔️ 3-5 December 2025
✔️ Markotter Sports Grounds, Stellenboschhttps://forms.gle/v7dSf3wTRZevW45m8
Well done @brentj_9 !Brent was selected for the GB Sevens side that played in @dubai7s this past weekend. What a future lies ahead and we can’t wait to see it unfold.We are so proud of you.
Our very own @fraindtk1 !!Kirill has recently signed a contract with @staderochelais after partaking in our 2024 SASRII programme. This past weekend Kirill made his debut for La Rochelle against Section Paloise. We are so proud and excited for what is to come.Bien joué !
The cherry on top of an unforgettable week in Dubai 🏙️Winners of the Open Men’s Bowl 🙌#rugby7s #dubai7s #sasrugbysevens #dubai #sasrugby
Thursday = Power Mode Activated 🔋💪
Push. Grow. Dominate.#rugbysevens #sasrugbysevens #block4  #stripstrapstrikestrangle #thisissevens #beyondthegame

SAS 7s Application

To apply for the SAS Rugby 7s Academy programme or for more information, contact Nic Ferreira, Head Coach at SAS 7s:

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