Schoolboys to SPRINGBOKS : A brutally efficient yet imperfect system that can't simply be replicated

In the heart of South Africa, a nation deeply entrenched in the passion of rugby, lies a complex and compelling narrative-the schoolboy rugby pipeline. It's a story that transcends individual triumphs, delving into the very fabric of South African society and its sporting landscape. From bustling cities to remote townships, young boys with dreams of rugby glory navigate a system fraught with challenges and opportunities. But behind every tackle, every try, lies a tale of perseverance, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Join us as we embark on a journey through the heart of South African rugby, unraveling the intricate threads of the schoolboy rugby pipeline and exploring the hurdles and triumphs that shape the future of the sport in this passionate nation.

[@stonedsage111]

it’s crazy literally yesterday I said to myself it’d be dope to find a video that documents the average schoolboy’s journey from school level rugby player to Springbok - this is it, absolutely crazy

[@cashnsport]

That's a crazy coincidence. Glad we could scratch that itch and thanks for watching

[@TheBlackbrewerZA]

i think this warrants a part 2 and 3 maybe. a lot was left on the table. But i guess it comes with access. Great mini-doccie bro. keep it up

[@cashnsport]

Check out our previous long form video on football. We also have a lot of content coming up as well

[@Jannie_Moolman]

Great video. You need the right people in the right positions to make things work. I think South African Rugby was successful in having the right people in the right positions over time. These people generally have a passion for the game and holds its values as paramount in their approach.

[@cashnsport]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting. The rugby alumni network is hugely influential and they make sure the right structures are in place. That's the real secret of rugby success

[@Jannie_Moolman]

@@cashnsport Yeah. Many of the South African franchise equity investors do not see a large return on their invests, which shows the commitment.

[@mikesouter]

I have never heard or read about any successful person that achieved their success alone. You can have all the talent in the world, or a fantastic idea, but if you don't meet that right person at the right time you go unrecognized and never quite forefil the potential that you have. And that unfortunately is most of us. We buy the tickets.

[@thabomazwayi4422]

Very true, hence there's a word called "opportunity", some people never realize this.🤞🏿🤞🏿🧘🏿🧘🏿

[@zuluuyasabeka9303]

Quality content 🔥🙏🏾

[@djlab9081]

This is a brilliant segment.

[@thabomazwayi4422]

Great content, unbias, informative. Earned my subscription 🏉🏉🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@strannik7693]

Thanks so much for putting effort into this video!❤

[@cashnsport]

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching

[@KamogeloRakgalakane]

This is quality

[@NonoDiketane]

My inspiration!!!!!

[@sict2023]

Great job!

[@12334ttqtqt]

Great work...

[@ARI_ARI...]

In order to catch as much talent as possible, SAFA has to place emphasis on school football because there's so much talent that clubs can't scout all of those players.

[@tebogomogorosi5093]

As a person who’s played cricket from school and been exposed to craven week and pg bison schools’ weeks vicariously, I honestly don’t understand why this isn’t blatantly obvious to them. 😓😓😓

[@ARI_ARI...]

@@tebogomogorosi5093 The rugby structures work so well because they start playing provincal rugby even at U7 and then high school there's Grant Khomo which is u16 then Craven Week... SAFA has to invest in school football and place an emphasis on coaches getting their coaching license because that also helps a lot, I also realized that in SA rugby the school coaches are required to have a coaching license at least..

[@ntsikabandezi5225]

Lovely work, really enjoyed this

[@cashnsport]

Thanks so much for watching and the lovely message. We are only just getting started and have a lot of research coming up on African sports business topics

[@tysonngubeni8545]

This is great stuff! 🔥🔥☺

[@cashnsport]

Thank you, sir. Truly appreciated

[@sabz541]

Great video.

[@cashnsport]

Thank you very much

[@someonelastname8175]

Rugby vs Football (Soccer) is a cultural thing, the approach to player development is vastly different. The rugby player believes in the system, he lives for the jersey and team, the ultimate goal is representing his country and making them proud. Football is relatively self centred and about making money for the player and representing a rich club. The development of footballers is not as complex and well managed as rugby in SA.

[@HoneyBadgerFarm]

Every person has "always been shutdown or shutout by the system". The system is not always skin color. The system could be physical attributes that someone does not have. I was born with poor eyesight and need contacts or glasses to see. That physical issue kicks me out of the fighter pilot system! We all have systems we can't get into for whatever reason!

[@zolanistemela4204]

epic

[@joshcharl5821]

Can you do a in depth career pipeline on South African soccer

[@cashnsport]

This has been requested a few times. Will discuss with the team and look at how we can do one.

[@ARI_ARI...]

There's such an abundance of talented rugby players and as such not everyone will be a Springbok therefore they have to go to other countries in order to play international rugby

[@brianbetz7030]

" . . .the greatest ever rugby nation." Sorry, if you claim that S.A. is the greatest rugby nation, YOU have to say what parameters you are using. Numbers of players per capita is much higher for New Zealand. Female participation is much higher in New Zealand. It isn't really fair to discount half your population, as though they don't count, that's prejudice. I haven't watched the rest of the video, so maybe my comments are incorrect. I will watch the rest of the video now, -I may be in error. That wouldn't be the first time. LOL K, I watched the rest. On the whole it was a very solid video. Thanks!

[@someonelastname8175]

Arguing that the players that left SA because of quotas wouldn't make the team now is not valid. I would argue some of the current SA squad wouldn't make other international teams just as easily. The fact some of the players that have left are succeeding and thriving in international teams is a clear indicator that they are indeed world class. SA is a competitive environment, and there are only so many places on a national squad, so good on those players that have sought to further their careers overseas. I ask the question when will quotas not be needed any longer, seems that if you run a system based on merit and lead by someone who believes and nurtures those they lead, you can achieve anything? When will SA wake up and vote a government that has the interests of the country and it's people at their centre instead of corruption/self enrichment while scape goating a legacy system 30 years dead and buried. The sooner SA votes for a meritocracy over kleptocracy the sooner the country returns to a prosperous, thriving nation that has the means to address inequalities for all. The Springboks have shown just how incredible things in SA could be if you are united and share morals / respect / motivation, lead by those who believe in your abilities. It's SA election time soon, vote for your children's future, vote on merit not on tribal/historic/racism basis. A yellow t-shirt, food parcel, the odd tar road, empty promises, scape goating whites will not address the problems facing SA now or ever. Good luck SA, wish you all the best.

[@burningheart11]

How many Springboks did St Johns produce again ? lol

[@africanspaces3179]

In the amateur era ( up to late 70s South Africa has beaten NZ 20, New Zealand 15 victories. NZ had never won a test series in South Africa until 1996. Both nations were considered the best with the Boks having a slightly better record. Come modern era, New Zealand rocketed ahead. More organised, wealthier nation per capita plus a system to exploit talent from Tonga, Fiji and Samoa. So No, South Africa is not the greatest rugby nation, that spot is reserved for New Zealand. Having said that, South Africa is going to narrow the gap year by year. The days of ABs winning 3+ out of 4 games vs boks are over, snd they know it. Other point, Owen is deadwrong about the race based selection impact. While it may have been necessary and good for some, plenty white players exited SA very early to chase Northern Hemisphere money turning their back on springbok selection. It certainly wasnt only Tiaan Strauss. Long term prospects for springbok rugby looks good!

[@pietsmit5587]

Soccer has no intellectual capital inbedded.

[@jacquesventer3170]

Nothing in our other sport will change or become better if we keep our current Government, they do not care about sport at all

[@djshugga-aafter5radio910]

Football needs to clean up ita hooligan behavior especially in Africa

[@djshugga-aafter5radio910]

Re look at its value especially off the pitch

[@Sikasays]

Not even close to being the greatest ever rugby nation. Literally the only record is one more world cup than NZ who have 3 anyway. Let's not even get started on women's, under 20s and 7s rugby either.

[@cashnsport]

What counts as best ever in your eyes besides title wins?

[@Sikasays]

@@cashnsport winning record against every single other nation in the world? Greatest player ever in Richie (or maybe DC) You talk about title wins but it's only the rwc.. Yes it's the biggest but NZ also have 3. And then add in rugby championship titles.. Super rugby titles etc and that is only the men. SA womens team don't even deserve a mention whereas NZ women also have a winning percentage and 6 out of 9 RWC. ABs 7s have won more series than they have lost whereas SA have won it 10 fewer times. Women's 7s is the same story whereas SA women aren't even on the series. Greatest rugby nation is wildly inaccurate and delusional. Can't even say greatest RWC nation because the black ferns have 6. The only accurate statement is the Boks are the greatest mens RWC team.

[@TheTakbok]

McCaw was a referee' pet and the biggest cheat the sport has ever seen.Greatest player😂😂😂😂

[@shaun-douglasmasango325]

Before you get your panties in a bunch, the Springboks & AllBlacks are both Apex. Justify/substantiate it however you may, but both nations are Supreme thus far. Hopefully it will remain so for the next century...😏

[@yldan1753]

AB's have won 3/10 WC's, Boks have won 4/8. I thought even the slowest boy in the class could do the math. Clearly not. But to each their own, I personally count success by the tangible evidence.

[@joedennehy386]

South Africa is not the greatest rugby nation. New Zealand is by miles. South Africa a distant second in history

[@patrickmccutcheon9361]

The record books of the rugby championship would support this view. However SA have won four of the last eight world cups, that is half of those that they have competed in. As they have a huge pipeline, bigger than that of the big countries like England and France they could well dominate in the future.

[@cashnsport]

Second to who? And on what basis?

[@geoffhogan4831]

Idiotic statement

[@robertansell6809]

Based on?