The 2013 Cell C Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens is an "asset to the city that is proving to be a success story year on year" said the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium today after a presentation to the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality on the economic impact of the event. The in-depth Economic Impact Analysis (EIA) of the 2013 IRB Sevens by Grant Thornton notes that the benefits of hosting the tournament have been significant not only for the city but for tourism, the residents and businesses of Nelson … [Read more...] about R217.8-million Sevens economic impact
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Looks like Port Elizabeth was very good for the Bok Sevens
After lifting the title for the Port Elizabeth leg on 7 December 2013 for the first time ever at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium against New Zealand (17-14), South Africa have gone on to succesfully defend their Las Vegas Sevens title by defeating New Zealand 14-7 in another dramatic and tense Cup final between the two rugby rivals in the early hours of Monday morning. It must be said that the win and support in Port Elizabeth helped break the Blitzbokke into a higher level of … [Read more...] about Looks like Port Elizabeth was very good for the Bok Sevens
Christmas wishes do come true
Christmas wishes do come true – thanks to the intervention of people like Algoa FM journalist Doreen Loubser, who ensured that a young boy’s rugby jersey that had been signed by all the Springbok Sevens team players is given to him just in time for Christmas. The making of the present started at the Sevens tournament played at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium between December 7 and December 8. A former professional rugby player for Western Province Rito Hlungwani made friends with 10-year-old … [Read more...] about Christmas wishes do come true
Heat warming Sevens initiative
Over the recent HSBC Sevens weekend more than 58 000 people descended on the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium to experience international rugby at its fast-paced best, but for 80 children from Ithembelihle Comprehensive School in New Brighton, the magic lay in what is their first-ever experience of rugby from within the new stadium. Caltex Eastern Cape Marketer (CECM), in a move that showcased its commitment to uplifting the Eastern Cape's social and economic, offered the children – many of them … [Read more...] about Heat warming Sevens initiative
All it took was three tries by South Africa
On their way to victory against New Zealand on 8 December 2013 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth the Blitzbokke scored three tries with one conversion to win Round 3 17-14. In the 4th minute of the first half, Branco de Preez scored the first try which was converted by Justin Geduld. With 2 minutes to go to the end of the first half Branco scored once again. You can hear the booing of the partisan Afrikaans speaking New Zealand supporters behind me during the South … [Read more...] about All it took was three tries by South Africa
Celebrations as South Africa Win
Watch the celebrations start as video cameraman David van der Sandt releases his joy and dishes out a joyous bear hug after the hooter blows for South Africa's historic 17-14 win over New Zealand. The Springboks won Round 3 of the HSBC Sevens World Series for the first time ever at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth on 8 December 2013. A fitting tribute to the memory of the man Nelson Rolihlala Mandela. http://youtu.be/NnSIMet1Xmc Creator: mypedotcoza Posted to MyPE … [Read more...] about Celebrations as South Africa Win
Stadium management thank rugby fans for support
Management at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium were elated at the support received from rugby fans over the weekend's Cell C Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens tournament, which saw a bumper two days of international rugby, but more importantly showcased the "hunger for top-flight rugby in the city". "We are overwhelmed by the support the Sevens received on Saturday and Sunday," said Access Management chief executive, Chantal Du Pisani. "We asked people to vote with their feet and the outcome was really … [Read more...] about Stadium management thank rugby fans for support
Sevens online news boost for Port Elizabeth
Little do we realise the value of the exposure that Port Elizabeth and Nelson Mandela Bay get from the HSBC Cell C Sevens World Series Round 3 that took place at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium from 7 to 8 December 2013. My Google Alerts inbox is literally flooded with notifications pointing me to mentions of Port Elizabeth - be very conservative and times JUST these mentions below by R20 000 each - a rough and ready estimate of what each would cost if it was an advert and not an editorial … [Read more...] about Sevens online news boost for Port Elizabeth
Inspired South Africa win Nelson Mandela Bay Rugby Sevens
Watch highlights as the South African Sevens team win the Cell C Nelson Mandela Bay South Africa Sevens, their first victory at the Nelson Mandela Stadium. Top 5 games: New Zealand 14 - 17 South Africa - Final Cup Samoa 21 - 7 Argentina - Third Place Fiji 45 - 19 France - Final Plate Australia 19 - 28 England - Final Bowl Canada 12 - 19 Scotland - Final Shield http://youtu.be/3ag2K-X0038 Creator: irb Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, … [Read more...] about Inspired South Africa win Nelson Mandela Bay Rugby Sevens
BlitzBokke win Cup at home in Port Elizabeth
The final moments of the South African Sevens Rugby Team/Blitzbokke's historic 17-14 win against New Zealand at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in the week that South Africa and the world lost one of it's finest statesmen. http://youtu.be/Z7YBjHVAw4s Creator: SpringbokSevensTV Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form below: Click here to see more PE … [Read more...] about BlitzBokke win Cup at home in Port Elizabeth
Lucky Number 3 for Springbok Sevens Side
The Springbok Sevens side started Round 3 of the HSBC Sevens Round 3 in 3rd place on the log after a disappointing loss in Dubai against Fiji. Drawn in a relatively easy pool the Springboks eventually met New Zealand in the final at 7:30 pm on 8 December 2013 in Port Elizabeth's Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. The outcome of the weekend belongs in a Hollywood movie as South Africa entered the weekend after the death of a number of great citizens; Reggie September, Neslon Rolihlala Mandela and … [Read more...] about Lucky Number 3 for Springbok Sevens Side
Kwagga Celebrates Debut Try
Springbok Sevens Debutant Kwagga Smith scored his first try for South Africa in their 24-seven win over Canada in Port Elizabeth. Here's Kwagga on his first try and captain Kyle Brown about the importance of the win given the emotional build-up to the weekend. http://youtu.be/VgEmoAFq-bU Creator: David van der Sandt Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form … [Read more...] about Kwagga Celebrates Debut Try
Springbok Sevens first game at 13:45 today
The Springbok Sevens team on Saturday finished undefeated in pool play at the Cell C Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens on an emotional first day of rugby in the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. The hosts beat Canada, Spain and Kenya in their pool B clashes to set up a Cup quarterfinals encounter with Portugal on Sunday. A tribute to the late Nelson Mandela by all sixteen participating teams and match officials all wearing black armbands highlighted the spirit and camaraderie of the rugby world and the … [Read more...] about Springbok Sevens first game at 13:45 today
Kwagga Smith’s Debut Try for South Africa
South Africa's Blitzbokke opened Round 3 of the HSBC Sevens World Series in Port Elizabeth, South Africa at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium with a 24-7 win against Canada. Playing in his debut game Kwagga Smith scored in the second half. The Blitzbokke opened with lots of pressure in the first half and dominated play for the rest of the 14 minute game time. Prior to the SA Canada game players and spectators stood for a minute's silence in honour of the passing of Former SA President … [Read more...] about Kwagga Smith’s Debut Try for South Africa
Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens: Kenya pooled with SA, Canada & Spain
The Cell C Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens will take place as planned on Saturday in Port Elizabeth despite the death of Nelson Mandela. The International Rugby Board announced that the third leg of the IRB Series will go on and a moment of silence is observed before South Africa's first match against Canada at 2.12pm to honor the passing of Africa's greatest leader. http://youtu.be/GEbIkPUKNI4 Creator: NTV Kenya Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens: Kenya pooled with SA, Canada & Spain
