Van Vuuren needs to tick the box again for the Sharks
The 23-year-oldhooker acquitted himself well against the Lions last week, but has to repeat that performance against the Jaguares this weekend
Kerron van Vuuren was needed by the Sharks to step up in no uncertain terms. After Friday’s successful adventure against the Lions‚ that box has been ticked in the interim. With the Sharks missing Akker van der Merwe through suspension and Mahlatse “Chiliboy” Ralepelle having an unresolved drug-testing matter hanging over his head‚ the Sharks have been forced to test their depth at hooker. Van Vuuren and the fiery Fezokuhle Mbatha have so far passed with flying colours as they collectively helped quell the Malcolm Marx threat on Friday. The 23-year-old‚ though, has not taken his rise for granted‚ saying he’s put in the hard work and is reaping the rewards now. “Being in this position has come in the blink of an eye but I try my best‚ get my basics right‚ get all my preparation right and do all my planning so when that moment comes‚ I’m not so nervous and I can do the basics well‚” Van Vuuren said. “This is a combination of a couple of years coming together. I’ve done the rounds an...
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