Norman Laker

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA - NOVEMBER 25: Willie le Roux of the Bulls scores during the United Rugby Championship match between Vodacom Bulls and Connacht at Loftus Versfeld on November 25, 2023 in Pretoria, South Africa.

Stormers wary of versatile Willie

Defence coach Norman Laker is well aware of the threat the Stormers will have to contain when Springbok star Willie le Roux runs the Bulls attack on Saturday.

JD Schickerling, Manie Libbok and Salmaan Moerat in action for the Stormers

Stormers suffer lock blow

JD Schickerling will miss the North-South derby against the Vodacom Bulls in Cape Town on Saturday, joining several Stormers stars on the sidelines.

Stormers wary of Du Preez factor

Norman Laker and Marcel Theunissen have acknowledged the threat of Springbok powerhouses Jean-Luc and Dan du Preez when the Stormers and Sale Sharks clash on Saturday.

Stormers wary of Smith factor

Assistant coach Norman Laker said the DHL Stormers will pay special attention to Harlequins star Marcus Smith when the teams clash in the Investec @ChampionsCup on Saturday.

Stormers get Bok boost for Quins duel

The DHL Stormers have received a vital shot of experience as they muscle up for their Investec Champions Cup clash with Harlequins in London on Saturday night.

Stormers brace for Duhan duel

The DHL Stormers are preparing for Duhan van der Merwe to make his return to a wounded Edinburgh in the final match of the three-week tour on Saturday.

Defence guru committed to Stormers

Norman Laker will remain in his position as the DHL Stormers’ defence coach despite reported interest from England.

Stormers coach on England’s radar?

One of the Stormers’ highly respected tacticians has reportedly emerged as a potential target for Steve Borthwick to join the England boss’ support staff.

Stormers wary of Nienaber factor

Jacques Nienaber played a key role during his stint at the DHL Stormers, and defence guru Norman Laker has acknowledged Leinster’s improvement under his mentor.