Smit heading for Stormers?
January 23, 2013 in rugby, sport, super 15
Cape Town – Former Springbok skipper John Smit is poised to make a dramatic return to Super Rugby this season.
According to Wednesday’s Cape Times, due to a hooker crisis at the Stormers, Smit’s name is being bandied about as a possible short-term solution to the Cape side’s No 2 woes.
Deon Fourie – who played the majority of last year’s Currie Cup campaign at loose forward – is expected to start at hooker in the Stormers’ opening Super Rugby clash against the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Friday, February 22 (kick-off is at 19:10).
However, the back-up to Fourie remains uncertain.
Phil said on January 23, 2013
We have enough hookers at the docks. Why go overseas for the pricey old one’s?
powa said on January 23, 2013
This one has waaaaay more experience
guntz27 said on January 23, 2013
I dont think its a smart move. I’m sure they can get a better hooker somewhere!
Haha that just sounds bad!
powa said on January 23, 2013
Old hookers can still play quite well
guntz27 said on January 23, 2013
haha! And a possible discount haha!
sheriffff said on January 23, 2013
I was shocked to hear the news, but will only benefit the Stormers
powa said on January 23, 2013
Experience and he still plays well when given the time.