MY LIFE IN RUGBY
GJ VAN VELZE THE FORMER BULLS, NORTHAMPTON, WORCESTER AND BATH BACK ROW/LOCK

My journey with rugby began at the age of seven during the ’95 World Cup. The Springboks’ victory had a profound impact in a country where sport significantly influences emotional well-being. Initially, cricket was my first love, and Hansie Cronje was my sports hero. However, after enrolling at Affies (Afrikaans High School for boys), I began to lean more towards rugby. My javelin coach, who was also the rugby coach, saw potential in me to play for the first team. After that, I played age-group rep...