IN-FORM PLAYERS
Marais waits for Allister Coetzee’s door to open
A Springbok training group gathered in Stellenbosch on Sunday without SP Marais‚ the form fullback in South African rugby, writes Craig Ray
A Springbok training group gathered in Stellenbosch on Sunday without SP Marais‚ the form fullback in South African rugby in 2017, writes Craig Ray. Marais starred for the Stormers as they beat the Cheetahs 53-10 in a Super Rugby clash at Newlands on Saturday‚ giving another excellent display. Marais only joined the Stormers in the off-season after stints with the Bulls‚ Sharks and Southern Kings. But his striking displays have not been enough to catch the eye of Bok coach Allister Coetzee. Bok backline coach Franco Smith‚ who also coaches the Cheetahs‚ praised Marais after Saturday’s game. The Stormers fullback played an influential role in creating four of the Stormers’ eight tries. "It’s a compliment to the amazing game we play that a guy who didn’t have a contract and work a few months ago is playing so well‚" Smith said. "SP is an excellent asset for the Stormers and the way he is performing is exceptional. I’ve been watching him closely this season and obviously, we saw him fi...
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