Watch: Support for Kings has been ‘overwhelming’
Braam van Straaten says the focus has shifted to finding a positive way forward for the 52 Kings players and staff left without jobs.
Another Kings player joins Griquas
Alandre van Rooyen has become the latest Kings player to leave the franchise after Griquas officially announced the signing of the hooker.
Sharks snap up Kings duo Penxe, Bholi
The Sharks have signed Kings pair Yaw Penxe and Thembelani Bholi on short-term deals with immediate effect.
‘Penxe is a special talent’
Springbok coaches Deon Davids and Mzwandile Stick were both delighted with Yaw Penxe after his display for the Green team on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.
‘Kings liquidation is unethical’
Kings assistant coach Braam van Straaten has described the franchise’s liquidation as a ‘bombshell’ which has affected 52 families.
Velleman: Why I was willing to play for free
Former Kings flank CJ Velleman has opened up about joining Griquas on a short-term contract for the upcoming domestic season. DYLAN JACK reports.
Velleman: Kings demise ‘absolutely heartbreaking’
Former Kings flank CJ Velleman has opened up on his ‘heartbreak’ over seeing his boyhood team’s fall into liquidation. DYLAN JACK reports.
Davids: PRO14 move will be ‘unique experience’
Springbok forwards coach Deon Davids says that PRO Rugby will present its own unique challenges for the South African franchises. DYLAN JACK reports.
Watch: Kings plea for financial assistance
In the wake of the liquidation of the Southern Kings, assistant coach Braam van Straaten and wing Yaw Penxe have pleaded with the greater rugby community to support their fund-raising campaign with donations to assist players and staff.
Kings stalwart: Liquidation has felt like a ‘sneak attack’
Kings stalwart Schalk Ferreira says there has to be accountability and answers from SA Rugby following the liquidation of the Kings. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
