Category Archives: Rugby

Young talent shine at mini-Craven Week in Bloemfontein

May 27, 2012   Johan Jonck   No comments
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  Rugby has a bright future in South Africa  - this was clear for all to see when players from all over South Africa  battled with one another at the recent mini-Craven week for U13′s in Bloemfontein. The well organized event was hosted by the Free State rugby schools committee and took place at the

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Varsity Cup is more than just a clash between 2 rugby sides!

February 21, 2012   Johan Jonck   No comments
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What are the ingredients to the success story of Varsity Cup rugby? It is now three rounds into this competition and already nobody is in doubt that this will be a success once more! What makes this competition so much better attended than many other rugby competitions? Is it only the quality of student rugby

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Capturing the action and vibe of Monday night Varsity Cup rugby

February 14, 2012   Johan Jonck   No comments
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For the rugby fan the week is off to a great start with Monday evening Varsity Cup rugby. This brilliant tournament titled “FNB Varsity Cup presented by Steinhoff International” has brought life to rugby at our tertiary institutions and will provide a showcase of the best young talent available. In the professional era the focus

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Taking the lineout to new heights through the camera of the Sport Photographer

February 11, 2012   Johan Jonck   No comments
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If there is a moment in rugby that captures the imagination of both fans and photographers, it must be the lineout! Admittedly it is the try that gets all the accolades and most of the exposure on the cover of the Sunday newspaper – but it is the lineout that will capture the attention from

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Conversations with Lindsay Mould, President of Free State Rugby Union

February 03, 2012   Johan Jonck   No comments
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Mr Lindsay Mould the President of the Free State Rugby Union is at present the Principal of Grey College Primary where his footprint stretches back for more than 20 years. It was our privilege at Phototalk to visit Mr Mould at his office for a conversation on his love for the game and vision for

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Best South African Rugby Players of 2011 announced!!

November 03, 2011   Johan Jonck   No comments
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Springbok flank Schalk Burger was on Thursday named South African Rugby Player of the Year for the second time, while the MTN Golden Lions’ picked up a hat trick of awards as their Absa Currie Cup success was recognised at a glittering ceremony at the Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City. Burger (28) was rewarded

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A few of my favourite photos in my first season as rugby photographer

November 02, 2011   Denese Lups   No comments
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“Try it, you might like it. You never know” With the rugby season at an end, I can honestly say, I had the time of my life! Starting out with a Cheetahs vs Bulls game, South Africa vs All Blacks and ending with the highlight of South African Rugby, the Curie Cup final. I would

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Photo Highlights of the ABSA Currie Cup Final 2011

October 31, 2011   Johan Jonck   3 Comments
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Only a select few photographers managed to capture the Currie Cup Final at Coca-Cola Park on Saturday. Tickets for the Currie Cup Final was a sold out early during the week – and many who wished to capture the game on camera also found very strict criteria for media accreditation to the event. We are

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Photo tribute to our Springbok Leaders Smit and Matfield

October 25, 2011   Johan Jonck   2 Comments
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Earlier today SARU issued a media release paying tribute to our departing Springbok leaders. We believe it is appropriate that Phototalk and Rugby15 also pay tribute to the amazing rugby memories and the joy they have given us by sharing some of the stunning images of both these great leaders. Herewith the official SARU media

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Mark Lawrence – The Optometrist Referee with both eyes focused on the Currie Cup Final 2011

October 24, 2011   Johan Jonck   1 Comment
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Seldom have the eyes of the rugby public been more focused on referees than in 2011. There has been much controversy about refereeing decisions during the Rugby World Cup 2011. Perhaps this is why the final of our premier rugby competition – the Currie Cup – will be officiated by an optometrist with lots of

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