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A rich rugby heritage
  • Stellenbosch is widely regarded as the home of South African rugby, with a rich tradition over the past 150 years. Home of the University of Stellenbosch (Maties), the biggest rugby club in the world and the club that has produced the most Springboks, such as Jean de Villiers, Schalk Burger, Frans Malherbe, Francois Louw, Willie le Roux and Schalk Brits.

    It is also home of the famous Boys’ School, Paul Roos Gymnasium, named after the first Springbok captain of 1906; and alma mater of the most Springboks of any school in South Africa.

  • Stellenbosch is the most famous student town in South Africa and is surrounded by beautiful mountains and the famous winelands. A town that is world renowned for sporting activities and student life, only 40 minutes away from Cape Town.

    Known as the mother city, Cape Town is also the first choice tourist destination for visitors to South Africa and the home of Table Mountain, one of the new seven world wonders of nature. It is also home to Robben Island, the prison where the father of the new South Africa, Nelson Mandela, was imprisoned for 27 years.

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Locked in and ready to hit the field tomorrow 😤08h40 vs Chicago Bulls
11h40 vs SA Invitational
14h40 vs Scorpions📍Markötter Fields, Stellenbosch#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Friday’s session with the @blitzboks was just the challenge we needed in preparation for this weekend’s tournament ⚡️Excitement is building for the annual News24 7s tournament happening this weekend at Markötter. Bring on the weekend!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Presenting the program for the SAS Rugby Coaches Seminar — a rare opportunity to learn from the best in the game.Featuring esteemed names like Felix Jones, Jaco Peyper, Hawies Fourie, Duane Vermeulen, and more, this seminar is crafted for both rugby and strength and conditioning coaches. Our partnership with Setanta brings an added advantage, with a dedicated strength and conditioning session on Thursday.The wealth of knowledge shared over these three days is unmatched, with a lineup of speakers delivering insights you won’t find anywhere else.📌 To reserve your place, please email events@sasrugby.com.#sasrugby #rugby #coaching #strengthandconditioning #seminar
Team building with a twist!🥊The SAS 7s players took on some new challenges off the field at @totalninjabrp - The boys got to test their agility and teamwork. And with a few humbling moments, they still had a proper time!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme #teambuilding
The SAS 7s players had the privilege of a valuable chukkas session with the @blitzboks 🇿🇦Sharing our world-class facilities at @sas_training_ with South Africa’s Olympic medalists is an exceptional experience for our players. The knowledge and expertise passed on in these sessions greatly contribute to their development!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
The SAS 7s players had the privilege of a valuable chukkas session with the @blitzboks 🇿🇦Sharing our world-class facilities at @sas_training_ with South Africa’s Olympic medalists is an exceptional experience for our players. The knowledge and expertise passed on in these sessions greatly contribute to their development!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
The SAS 7s players had the privilege of a valuable chukkas session with the @blitzboks 🇿🇦Sharing our world-class facilities at @sas_training_ with South Africa’s Olympic medalists is an exceptional experience for our players. The knowledge and expertise passed on in these sessions greatly contribute to their development!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Laser-focused as we enter Week 15 🎯#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Working hard 🔋#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Back to business with Block 5 🛠️After a well-deserved break, the boys are back on the field.#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
We are pleased to announce the first group of distinguished speakers for the SAS Rugby Coaching Seminar, taking place from the 4th to the 6th of December 2024 at Markotter Sports Complex:✔️ Felix Jones, World Cup-winning South African rugby coach
✔️ Jaco Peyper, Former South African Rugby Union referee
✔️ Duane Vermeulen, South African Rugby Mobi-Unit coach
✔️ Hawies Fourie, Currie Cup-winning coach
✔️ Bernard Jackman, Former 6 Nations and European Champions Cup winnerFurther speaker announcements will follow shortly. To reserve your place, please email events@sasrugby.com.#sasrugby #rugby #coaching #strengthandconditioning #seminar
Well-deserved week off for the boys before we kick off Block 5 and head into our match blocks. Proud of the progress and dedication over the past few months.Rest up, team — big things ahead! 🚀#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
SAS Rugby invites rugby and strength & conditioning coaches from across the country to our Coaching Seminar from the 4th to the 6th of December 2024 at the Markötter Sports Complex, Stellenbosch. Offering unparalleled access to expertise from the highest levels of the sport, it’s a must-attend event for rugby and strength & conditioning coaches nationwideThis seminar is proudly presented in partnership with Setanta, ensuring a world-class experience for all attendees.Register via the link provided on our story or send an email to events@sasrugby.com ✍🏼#sasrugby #rugby #coaching #strengthandconditioning #seminar
The SAS 7s energy is unmatched! 🧨Block 4 is in the books and the players are showing incredible growth both as a team and individually. Let’s keep chasing that 1% boys!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Week 12 is here! ⚡️It’s a short one as we wrap up Block 4 of the SAS 7s programme. Let’s get it!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Ice Bath Recovery with @thedunk_za 🧊Some of the boys took it like champs, and some needed some extra motivation! Big shoutout to @thedunk_za for the experience 😂#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme #icebath
Nothing says team like a South African braai! 🇿🇦After 10 weeks of hard work, the SAS 7s boys enjoyed a well-deserved braai and some cold ones. The international lads had their first taste of what it takes to master the art of the braai, and with some SA guidance, they got it down fast! 🔥#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
“Game day is unbeatable, and at SAS, it’s an experience like no other. With world-class facilities, top coaches, physios, and management, I feel confident every time I lace up my boots. Stepping onto the field with my teammates under the South African sun is a feeling I’ll always remember. SAS has pushed my physical limits, but I haven’t stopped smiling since I arrived.” - Harry Chubb, SAS 7s 2024#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
Post-match Pool Recovery 💦The SAS 7s boys hit the @sas_training_ pool for some recovery, great way to wrap up a solid effort on the field!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
The SAS 7s boys hit the field this morning with matches against @forwardfoundationsa and @maties7s ⚡️Perfect weather and even better rugby - Proud of the team’s effort and energy today!#sas7s #sasrugby #sevensrugby #rugby #internationalrugbyprogramme
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