Springbok Women’s Sevens to Play Brazil for 11th Place After Argentina Double in Bordeaux
Maria Tshiremba and captain Zintle Mpupha crossed for tries but the Springbok Women’s Sevens fell to Argentina twice on the second day of the HSBC SVNS World Championship at the Stade Atlantique in Bordeaux, France on Saturday.
Springbok Women’s Sevens Suffer Tough Opening Day Against France and New Zealand in Bordeaux
The Springbok Women’s Sevens endured a tough opening day at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Bordeaux, losing 22-7 to France and 42-0 to New Zealand before a decisive pool meeting with Argentina on Saturday.
Natasha Hofmeester and Zolisa Noxeke Named as First Coaches of SA Schools Girls Teams
A landmark moment for rugby as Natasha Hofmeester and Zolisa Noxeke take charge of the first SA Schools Girls teams, with four women’s coaches now leading the way and the new sides set to debut after next month’s FNB U18 Girls Week in Gqeberha.
Springbok Women’s Sevens Finish Ninth in Valladolid After Beating Brazil 19-12
Back-to-back wins and a ninth-place finish for the Springbok Women’s Sevens at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Valladolid, with tries from Ayanda Malinga, Maceala Samboya and captain Zintle Mpupha sealing a 19-12 victory over Brazil on Sunday.
Anathi Qolo Lifts Continental Crown As Springbok Women Edge Kenya 35-20 in Nairobi Decider
Continental champions once again as the Springbok Women claimed a fifth Rugby Africa Women’s Cup crown with a hard-fought 35-20 win over hosts Kenya in Nairobi for captain Anathi Qolo’s side to cap a flawless campaign.
Brave Springbok Women’s Sevens Face Must-Win Fiji Clash After Narrow Defeats on Day 1 in Valladolid
Despite two narrow defeats to Australia and the USA, the Springbok Women’s Sevens showed tremendous spirit and improvement on Day 1 of the HSBC SVNS World Championship, and face a must-win pool match against Fiji on Saturday.
A Confident Springbok Women’s Sevens Prepared for the HSBC SVNS World Champs in Spain
With key players back from injury and a full preparation block behind them, captain Zintle Mpupha leads a confident Springbok Women’s Sevens against Australia, USA and Fiji in Pool B at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Valladolid, Spain, this weekend.
Shaunique Alexander and Zethu Gcaza Set for Springbok Women Debuts Against Uganda
Three more Springbok Women are set to earn their first Test caps as Shaunique Alexander, Zethu Gcaza and Abigail Smit join the squad to face Uganda in Nairobi, with South Africa chasing a second win in their 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup campaign.
Jakkie Cilliers Stars As Bok Women Crush Madagascar 64-5 in Title Defence Opener
The Springbok Women have launched their Rugby Africa Women’s Cup title defence with a statement 64-5 win over Madagascar in Nairobi, running in 10 tries with Jakkie Cilliers claiming Player of the Match on the opening day.
Nine Uncapped Players Named in Anathi Qolo’s Springbok Women Squad for Nairobi Title Defence
Lock Anathi Qolo leads a 28-strong Springbok Women squad into Kenya for the 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup, with nine uncapped players ready to make their Test debuts as South Africa hunts another continental title in Nairobi
Grace Adhiambo Champions Investment in African Women’s Rugby
Kenya Lionesses captain Grace Adhiambo tells gsport her journey from the Nagato Blue Angels in Japan to advocating for women athletes is a powerful testament that the gap facing African rugby is opportunity and visibility, not ability.
From Touch Rugby Captain to Springbok Women’s Clinician: The Neda Isaacs Story
From a 14-year-old’s dream to the Springbok Women’s medical team, Neda Isaacs reflects on a 16-year journey defined by persistence, mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to putting the athlete first, on and off the field.