Boland Rugby are set to unveil Brent Janse van Rensburg as their new head coach. It was confirmed on Wednesday that the 35-year-old had severed ties with the EP Kings and their financial woes, and Janse van Rensburg has taken his skills elsewhere. Boland's media officer Jaco van Wyk told Sport24 on Thursday that discussions with Janse van Rensburg were at an advanced stage and that the deal was likely to be confirmed later in the day. Janse van Rensburg will join the Cavaliers at the … [Read more...] about Kings loss is Bolands gain
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Brent Janse van Rensburg resigns as Coach
Eastern Province rugby confirmed to that coach Brent Janse van Rensburg had resigned from his post with the EP Kings. Janse van Rensburg joined the EP Kings as their defence coach at the start of 2015 and was promoted to head coach of the squad which competed in the Premier Division of the Currie Cup. EP Rugby president Cheeky Watson thanked Janse van Rensburg for his contribution to the EP Kings operations during his time with the union. "We appreciate Brent's commitment to the task … [Read more...] about Brent Janse van Rensburg resigns as Coach
Janse van Rensburg confirmed as Super Rugby coach
Brent Janse van Rensburg has been appointed as head coach of the Southern Kings for the upcoming Super Rugby season. The appointment was confirmed by the Eastern Province Rugby president, Cheeky Watson. Janse van Rensburg coached the EP Kings during the past Currie Cup season where they finished seventh on the log. Although no support staff have yet to be announced, it is expected that the Southern Kings will receive assistance from SARU regarding coaching and support staff as per an … [Read more...] about Janse van Rensburg confirmed as Super Rugby coach
EP Kings hit by injuries ahead of Pumas Game
Injuries have forced EP Kings coach Brent Janse van Rensburg to make three changes to the starting line-up for their Absa Currie Cup match against the Pumas at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth on Friday (August 21, kick-off 19.00). Two of them occur in the backline, with centre Tim Whitehead out through concussion and flyhalf George Whitehead suffering from a bang on the knee. This has resulted in experienced centre Ronnie Cooke returning to the starting line-up at outside … [Read more...] about EP Kings hit by injuries ahead of Pumas Game
Janse Van Rensburg Appointed Kings Coach
The EP Kings are pleased to announce that Brent Janse van Rensburg, who took up the position of defence coach with the team early this year, has been appointed head coach for the Currie Cup campaign, which begins in August. The former NMMU Madibaz coach joined the Kings for their Vodacom Cup campaign this year after a brief stint with the Lions. Janse van Rensburg will take up his position with immediate effect. The Kings play their first match against the Lions on August 8, and he will … [Read more...] about Janse Van Rensburg Appointed Kings Coach
Former NMMU Madibaz coach to join EP Kings as Defence Coach
The Golden Lions Rugby Union have released former NMMU Madibaz head coach, Brent Janse van Rensburg from his current contract with the Lions following personal reasons. "Brent approached us and asked us if he could be released from his contract for personal reasons, and he wished to return to Nelson Mandela Bay," said CEO of the Golden Lions, Rudolf Straeuli. Straeuli said he wished Janse van Rensburg all the best for his future. EP Kings CEO, Charl Crous said following the abrupt … [Read more...] about Former NMMU Madibaz coach to join EP Kings as Defence Coach
Madibaz kick off Varsity Cup preparations
The FNB Madibaz kicked off their Varsity Cup preparations in fine style with a convincing 68-0 win over Spring Rose Rugby Club at the NMMU Stadium in Port Elizabeth on Tuesday evening. The university team routed the local club side in the first of four pre-season fixtures aimed at getting the squad match-fit for the high-profile national competition. Over the next three weeks, they will face tough opposition from the SWD Eagles and Free State Cheetahs, as well as Community Cup champions … [Read more...] about Madibaz kick off Varsity Cup preparations
Wooden Spoonists Pull Boots on to do Battle Again
The NMMU Rugby side of 2010 did not have the most successful Varsity Cup in 2010 as they finished bottom of the log. With the resurgence of club and provincial rugby in the Eastern Cape as well as the recent trouncing of the Blue Bulls by the Southern Kings the pressure is on the 'Men From the Varsity' to show the rugby loving public that they have the mettle to finish in the top three of the log or at least to win one game. NMMU have a new coach in Brent Janse van Rensburg, who has taken … [Read more...] about Wooden Spoonists Pull Boots on to do Battle Again
