I find myself very encouraged to read the quotes coming out of Durban as the Sharks sweat it out during pre-season this year. Let’s just hope that when the chips are down, the Sharks brains trust have the courage of their convictions and are prepared to back up the talk with action. [...]
Posts tagged with: squad depth
Time to walk the walk
A bit of forward planning
I know we are in the middle of trying to win our first Super Rugby tournament, but I like to look ahead a little and if I remember correctly, we have the small matter of a Currie Cup trophy to defend later this year. Interesting you may think, and skip to the next article, but what we all have to remember is that we will be doing this without our Springboks, who will be at the World Cup trying to win another trophy altogether.
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The quest for continuity – Super Rugby challenge #1
So here’s the thing. In a season that comprises 16 games, all against top opposition, with virtually no breaks in between, how do you best manage your squad without sacrificing continuity? This is the main challenge that will face John Plumtree and the other 14 Super Rugby coaches as they chase a maiden title in the expanded South Hemisphere show-piece competition. [...]
What depth the Sharks have for the Currie Cup?
As promised, here is the list of players which are believed to be in the frame for selection for the Sharks in the Currie cup. [...]
