
Stormers coach eyes new Bomb Squad
Boosted by the successful return of JD Schickerling, the DHL Stormers are considering unleashing a Bomb Squad of replacements when the squad returns to full strength this season.
Boosted by the successful return of JD Schickerling, the DHL Stormers are considering unleashing a Bomb Squad of replacements when the squad returns to full strength this season.
Lions assistant coach Barend Pieterse has praised locks Ruben van Heerden and Ruan Nortje, highlighting the depth they add to the No 5 options for the Springboks.
While the headlines often celebrate the DHL Stormers for the dazzling displays of their creative outside backs, it’s an ironman pack that lays the platform, embodied by the tireless work rate and durability of Ruben van Heerden. @Vodacom #URC
Ruben van Heerden has committed to calling the shots as a second-row powerhouse for the DHL Stormers after putting pen to paper on a contract extension.
Ruben van Heerden says the focus this week is attitude and intensity as the hardworking DHL Stormers lock embraces the challenge of a massive clash with Leinster at DHL Stadium on Saturday. @Vodacom #URC
Victor Matfield played an influential role in helping DHL Stormers lock Ruben van Heerden master the role of calling the lineout.
A passionate Ruben van Heerden believes that the DHL Stormers can follow Vodacom URC title-holders Munster’s path and finish stronger than ever this season.
DHL Stormers lock Ruben van Heerden fields a couple of questions, from settling in Cape Town and housework, to improving his game under forwards coach Rito Hlungwani.
Neethling Fouche and Ruben van Heerden’s inclusion in the next Bok alignment camp is a ray of light at the DHL Stormers, with Ali Vermaak reportedly sidelined with a toe injury.
John Dobson has praised the rise of locks Ruben van Heerden and Adre Smith as the DHL Stormers look to emerge from under a “dark cloud” this weekend.