The undisputed schoolboy star of 2016, Damian Willemse, is set for his Super Rugby debut this weekend after being named on the Stormers bench for their match against the Southern Kings in Port Elizabeth. Willemse‚ 18‚ who was at Paul Roos, Stellenbosch, and was the South African Schools flyhalf that beat England‚ Wales and France in 2016‚ will earn his chance after injury ruled out Jean-Luc du Plessis. Robert du Preez will start at flyhalf‚ paving the way for Willemse’s debut. Coach Robbie Fleck‚ who has never been afraid to select young players‚ had no qualms about picking Willemse. Fleck also named flyhalf Kurt Coleman on the bench suggesting Willemse’s role will not be as a pivot‚ but rather a centre. "Damian played in the pre-season and was impressive. He is a player to watch‚" Fleck said. He made six changes to the starting lineup after last week’s 32-25 win over the Jaguares at Newlands with regular captain Siya Kolisi rested and lock Eben Etzebeth leading the Stormers for the...
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