Wales get their Autumn Nations Series campaign underway on Saturday, welcoming New Zealand to a sold out Principality Stadium.Head Coach Wayne Pivac has named a side that combines experience and some of the country’s most exciting young talent for the opening game of the series. Captain Alun Wyn Jones will lead his side to the field, in front of a capacity crowd for the first time since February 2019, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and in doing so will become the most capped international rugby … [Read more...] about Jones Set To Become Most Capped International Of All Time
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Nations lining up to contest Junior World Cup title
The FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup bursts into vibrant life in Bhubaneswar, India in just a few days time.The event, featuring many of the world’s best junior players from 16 nations, takes place in the Kalinga Stadium, where many a dramatic hockey event has been played out. Names that have gone onto achieve greatness on the international senior stage have made their entrance via the Junior World Cup. Germany’s Christopher Ruhr first made his goalscoring prowess known at the 2013 … [Read more...] about Nations lining up to contest Junior World Cup title
City of Cape Town excited to be the host city of the 2021 Absa CAPE TOWN 12K CITYRUN!
The City of Cape Town is excited to welcome runners to the Mother City on Sunday 21 November 2021, ready to #CelebrateCapeTown and #RunTheirCity at the iconic Absa CAPE TOWN 12K CITYRUN! Photo: www.kapstadt.deThe City of Cape Town is excited to welcome runners to the Mother City on Sunday 21 November 2021, ready to #CelebrateCapeTown and #RunTheirCity at the iconic Absa CAPE TOWN 12K CITYRUN! “Cape Town is a world-class destination that is worthy of hosting world-class events,” says Michael … [Read more...] about City of Cape Town excited to be the host city of the 2021 Absa CAPE TOWN 12K CITYRUN!
Kavanagh, Xaba showdown looming at Absa DURBAN 10K CITYRUN!
Sunday 31 October sees a showdown that the athletics fraternity is looking forward to with bated breath as Tayla Kavanagh and Glenrose Xaba prepare to go head-to-head in the much anticipated Absa DURBAN 10K CITYRUN, incorporating the South African National 10km Championships. Photo: Cuan WalkerSunday 31 October sees a showdown that the athletics fraternity is looking forward to with bated breath as Tayla Kavanagh and Glenrose Xaba prepare to go head-to-head in the much anticipated Absa DURBAN … [Read more...] about Kavanagh, Xaba showdown looming at Absa DURBAN 10K CITYRUN!
Celebrity Athlete and Three-time NFL Pro Bowler Shawne Merriman…
WASHINGTON (PRWEB) October 25, 2021 Former Maryland Terp standout and NFL great, Shawne Merriman, announced today the 19th Annual “Lights On” Foundation Coat Drive. Partnering with his Alma Mater the University of Maryland, Merriman will present the 19th installment of the coat drive for an unparalleled collection effort to provide much-needed coats to those in need, focusing on vulnerable children and adults affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. The 19th Annual Coat Drive will culminate on … [Read more...] about Celebrity Athlete and Three-time NFL Pro Bowler Shawne Merriman…
Twizza Super School Series Regional Qualifier #2 delivers nail-biting track & field action!
The Greenpoint Athletics Stadium (Cape Town) was buzzing with track & field action on Saturday 23 October 2021 with leading athletics schools facing-off at the much-anticipated Twizza Super School Series Regional Qualifier #2. Photo: Chris HitchcockThe Greenpoint Athletics Stadium (Cape Town) was buzzing with track & field action on Saturday 23 October 2021 with leading athletics schools facing-off at the much-anticipated Twizza Super School Series Regional Qualifier #2. Launched in … [Read more...] about Twizza Super School Series Regional Qualifier #2 delivers nail-biting track & field action!
R30 000 Specialized Voucher and Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience entries up for grabs!
One lucky mountain biker stands a chance to win a whopping R30 000 Specialized Bicycles SA Voucher and two entries into the 2021 Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience that will take place in Stellenbosch on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 November 2021. Photo: Tobias GinsbergOne lucky mountain biker stands a chance to win a whopping R30 000 Specialized Bicycles SA Voucher and two entries into the 2021 Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience that will take place in Stellenbosch on Saturday 27 and … [Read more...] about R30 000 Specialized Voucher and Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience entries up for grabs!
Coetzé and Sates keep SA flag flying high in Doha
Pieter Coetzé announced himself on the FINA World Cup stage in style, claiming a clean sweep of the backstroke events at the third leg in Doha over the weekend.First up was the 200m backstroke. Coetzé claimed victory in 1:52.09 before doing the same a day later in the 50m event, winning in 23.13. The 17-year-old then completed the trio of golds with victory in the 100m backstroke in 50.86, edging out highly decorated American Tom Shields in the process. All three races featured three South … [Read more...] about Coetzé and Sates keep SA flag flying high in Doha
McBeth makes Glasgow switch
Former Scotland U20 prop Nathan McBeth has become the latest addition to Danny Wilson’s playing group, after the 23-year-old agreed to make the switch to Glasgow Warriors from United Rugby Championship counterparts Emirates Lions.The loose-head links up with his new team-mates at Scotstoun having made 10 appearances for the Johannesburg-based franchise, his professional debut having come in a 47-39 victory over the Jaguares in March 2019. McBeth’s move sees the prop re-unite with former Scotland … [Read more...] about McBeth makes Glasgow switch
Kinghorn Returns for Zebre Parma Trip
?Scotland internationalist Blair Kinghorn returns from injury to start at stand-off as one of seven changes named by Head Coach Mike Blair for tomorrow’s United Rugby Championship clash with Zebre Parma at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi (Saturday 23 October, kick-off 1pm GMT/ 2pm local) – live on Premier SportsKinghorn and centres Cammy Hutchison and James Johnstone replace injured trio Jaco van der Walt (shoulder), James Lang (groin) and Mark Bennett (knee), while Jack Blain is named on the wing in … [Read more...] about Kinghorn Returns for Zebre Parma Trip
Club Development Staff Boost To Support Community Clubs And Volunteers
The Welsh Rugby Union has made a major commitment to supporting its 300+ clubs around Wales. A key part of the Union’s strategic direction going forward is to invest in the people and places that promote and nurture the national game of Wales – from playing the game to supporting volunteering and creating vital partnerships.The first part of this commitment is the creation of additional roles within the club development team who will work side-by-side with clubs to make a real difference in … [Read more...] about Club Development Staff Boost To Support Community Clubs And Volunteers
URC Round 5
Irish trio Ulster, Munster and Leinster continue to lead the way after four rounds of the inaugural United Rugby Championship.Ulster maintained their perfect start to the season by beating the Emirates Lions and next face an Irish derby with Connacht at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Munster and Leinster are a point behind after wins over Connacht and the Scarlets respectively. A trip to the Ospreys is next for Munster while Leinster head to Glasgow Warriors, who are fourth and on a three-game … [Read more...] about URC Round 5
Global summit to discuss the future of football
Virtual global summit to take place on Monday, 20 December 2021; Gianni Infantino: “FIFA is considering all opinions in an inclusive and thorough consultation process with the objective of reaching a consensus for everyone’s benefit”; FIFA (FIFA.com) Club World Cup 2021 to be played in the United Arab Emirates in early 2022; 72nd FIFA Congress to be held on Thursday, 31 March 2022 in Doha, Qatar The FIFA Council has endorsed the holding of a global summit on Monday, 20 December 2021 by … [Read more...] about Global summit to discuss the future of football
Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience will highlight MTO’s Jonkershoek Trails!
A proud event partner since 2016, MTO Trails – part of the MTO Group, are excited to showcase their exquisite trails at the 2021 Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 November 2021. Photo: Tobias GinsbergA proud event partner since 2016, MTO Trails – part of the MTO Group, are excited to showcase their exquisite trails at the 2021 Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 November 2021. A significant player in forestry, manufacturing, … [Read more...] about Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience will highlight MTO’s Jonkershoek Trails!
Glorious homecoming for men’s Olympic champions Belgium
A sell-out crowd witnessed Belgium’s women and men both claim FIH Hockey Pro League victories over the national teams of Germany on a jubilant day in Brussels, with fans flocking in their thousands to witness the teams in action for the first time since the Red Lions became Olympic champions at Tokyo 2020. It was an occasion that more than lived up to the hype, with Belgium’s men storming to a sensational 6-1 triumph over Die Honamas in a match played at a searing pace and packed with skill. … [Read more...] about Glorious homecoming for men’s Olympic champions Belgium
