http://blog.iamastormer.com/ en-US Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:08:34 +0200 http://www.typepad.com/ http://blog.iamastormer.com/2012/01/dhl-stormers-2813-lions-66.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2012/01/dhl-stormers-2813-lions-66.html Allister Coetzee declared himself “satisfied” with the DHL Stormers 28(13) – 6(6) win over the Currie Cup Champion Lions at DHL Newlands on Friday. “It was a physical game, just what we needed at this stage of our preparation. A good training exercise but there is still work to do.” said the coach. The Stormers defence was again solid, keeping the Lions tryless despite Koster, Steenkamp and Aplon being binned in the 67th, 75th and 78th minutes, for repeated infringements. “We will be working with Jaco Peyper to understand the new law amendments and interpretations.” said the coach. “Clearly we... From the Grandstand Lindsey Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:08:34 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2012/01/dhl-stormers-team-announcement-vs-mtn-lions-dhl-pre-season-series-1.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2012/01/dhl-stormers-team-announcement-vs-mtn-lions-dhl-pre-season-series-1.html In the next round of preparation fixtures for Super Rugby 2012, the DHL Stormers this week take on the MTN Lions and then the Toyota Cheetahs in the DHL Pre-Season Series. The 2 fixtures both take place at DHL Newlands, with the DHL Stormers taking on the MTN Lions in the opener on Friday 27 January and then the Toyota Free State Cheetahs on Saturday 4 February. The games form an important part of each of the teams’ preparation for the rigours of Vodacom Super Rugby. Allister Coetzee today announced a strong DHL Stormers side to take on the Lions:... From the Grandstand Lindsey Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:05:48 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2012/01/dhl-stomers-vs-boland-cavaliers-1.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2012/01/dhl-stomers-vs-boland-cavaliers-1.html The annual Boland Cavaliers vs DHL Stormers warm-up match, hosted by Boland Rugby, will take place at Boland Rugby Stadium (Wellington), on 21 January 2012 at 15h45. It will be the first warm-up match for both teams. The gates at Boland Rugby Stadium will open at 14h00 .Tickets cost R40 (unreserved) for adults, with scholars costing R20 and can be bought at the Boland Rugby’s ticket offices from Monday 16 January as well as the WP Rugby offices from Jason Segers. Date – Saturday 21 January Kick-off time – 15h45 Venue – Boland Rugby Stadium The match will be broadcasted... From the Grandstand Lindsey Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:35:46 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/11/player-movements.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/11/player-movements.html WP Rugby recently confirmed that Peter Grant will return from Japan at the conclusion of the Japanese domestic season, to again play for the DHL Stormers in 2012. In further transfer news, Province also announced the signing of versatile front rower Deon Carstens from Saracens in the UK. Carstens who played 9 tests for SA (the last against the British and Irish Lions in 2009) will join up with the DHL Stormers in early January after having secured a release from his team to return home. Schooled at Franschhoek Primary and Boland Landbou High School, the front rower was one... From the Grandstand Lindsey Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:04:44 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/07/dhl-stormers-bow-out-of-vodacom-super-rugby-1.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/07/dhl-stormers-bow-out-of-vodacom-super-rugby-1.html There were no excuses made by DHL Stormers coach Allister Coetzee following his side’s 29-10 loss in the Vodacom Super Rugby semifinal on Saturday evening. The hosts were always playing catch up following a first-half blitz, which included tries from Sean Maitland and Robbie Fruean. Bryan Habana pulled one back on the stroke of half time, but our boys were unable to make up the difference against a powerful Crusaders. Coetzee admitted that his team were beaten by the better side on the day. He said: “We are disappointed, but having said that it was an impressive performance by the... From the Grandstand Lindsey Mon, 04 Jul 2011 09:28:59 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/schalk-brits-joins-the-dhl-stormers-1.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/schalk-brits-joins-the-dhl-stormers-1.html Allister Coetzee today confirmed that Schalk Brits has joined up with the DHL Stormers, on loan from Saracens, as loose forward cover for the injured Duane Vermeulen. Nick Koster is expected to wear the number 8 jersey whilst Brits will provide cover and impact from the bench. “DHL WP’s Siya Kolisi, recalled from the U20 Baby Bok squad, who was earmarked to provide loose forward cover, was mugged on the weekend and sustained serious injuries including concussion, head, shoulder and wrist injuries. As a result Schalk Brits who has had a fantastic season for Saracens was called up.” explained the... From the Grandstand Lindsey Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:21:31 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/coetzee-mission-accomplished-1.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/coetzee-mission-accomplished-1.html Coach Allister Coetzee was happy with a job well done, following the DHL Stormers 44-34 victory over the Toyota Cheetahs in Bloemfontein. The result earns the team a home semifinal and a week break from the competition. He said following Saturday evening's win: “It was a very pleasing result for us and it is very much mission accomplished. At the beginning of the year our goal was to earn a home semifinal, so we are obviously delighted that we have achieved our goal. “We are always looking to improve every game and we were able to do that so we... From the Grandstand Lindsey Sun, 19 Jun 2011 13:00:43 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/dhl-stormers-play-off-permutations.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/dhl-stormers-play-off-permutations.html The DHL Stormers’ destiny remains largely in their own hands and depending on results in the final league fixtures and in their game against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein, the Cape franchise could finish 1, 2, or 3 on the log, qualifying for a home semi-final, or quarter-final (1st round finals series) game. Regulations to determine Vodacom Super Rugby Finals Series qualifiers The final round of regular league fixtures takes place this weekend with several places in the Finals Series to be decided. In the event that two or more teams finish the Vodacom Super Rugby regular season on equal log... From the Grandstand Lindsey Mon, 13 Jun 2011 10:54:43 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/dhl-newlands-a-sell-out.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/06/dhl-newlands-a-sell-out.html With the league fixtures of this year’s competition winding down, the DHL Stormers leading the South African Conference and the Vodacom Bulls making a charge up the table for a playoff berth, Saturdays North/ South clash has been sold out for weeks and is one of the most highly anticipated games of the season. Travelling back from a bonus point win against the Rebels and a very successful 3 from 4 win on their Australasian tour, the DHL Stormers will be looking to consolidate their lead atop the local competition log. With just two league games left, the competition for... From the Grandstand Lindsey Mon, 06 Jun 2011 10:28:40 +0200 http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/05/stormers-break-their-canberra-drought-1.html http://blog.iamastormer.com/2011/05/stormers-break-their-canberra-drought-1.html The DHL Stormers made it two from three on their Australasian tour as they ground out a hard fought but deserved 16-3 win over the Brumbies in Canberra on Saturday. It was the Stormers’ first win at the Brumbies’ home-ground, and only their third in 14 starts against the Australian franchise, so there was reason for the Stormers to feel satisfied with the four points that consolidates their position on top of the South African Super Rugby conference. There were hopes of a four try bonus point before the game but it quickly became apparent that the Stormers should just... From the Grandstand Lindsey Sun, 29 May 2011 10:49:13 +0200