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Top SA Women Coaches Go to the Next Level

Two former Springbok Women’s players, Laurian Johannes-Haupt and Zenay Jordaan, are in line to complete the World Rugby Level 3 Coaching Course next week in Cape Town, where SA Rugby’s Participation and Development Department will be hosting the second phase of the programme for an array of coaches from South Africa, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Zambia, and Namibia.

The first phase was held in November 2024, with this initiative aiming to significantly increase the number of World Rugby Level 3-accredited coaches in Southern Africa, with a particular focus on empowering women coaches.

Both women attendees were involved with the Bok Women at the Women’s Rugby World Cup in England earlier this year – Johannes-Haupt is one of the assistant coaches, while Jordaan accompanied the team to England as part of World Rugby’s Gallagher High Performance Academy programme.

Other coaches who are part of the programme, include current provincial, FNB Varsity Cup, and Pick n Pay Gold Cup coaches, as well as former provincial, national, and international players, such as Mziwakhe Nkosi, JP Pietersen, Philip Lemmer, Alshaun Bock, Edgar Marutlulle and Brendell Brandt.

“The goal of the World Rugby Level 3 Coaching Course is to equip coaches with advanced skills and knowledge to manage the demands of the high-performance sport environment and to elevate the standard of rugby in South Africa and throughout Africa,” said Hilton Adonis, Senior Manager: Training and Education at SA Rugby.

“By investing in the development of top-tier coaches, SARU is creating a sustainable pipeline of talent, ensuring the continued growth and success of rugby at all levels, highlighting the various pathways available to rugby players post-playing careers and stresses the importance of investing in coaching expertise.

“Furthermore, our collaboration with Rugby Africa reflects SA Rugby’s commitment to fostering coaching expertise across the continent.”

Apart from presenting their Periodised Season Plan developed after phase one and during the 2025 season, attendees will also attend sessions on non-technical areas such as Player Welfare, Mental Wellness, Tournament Logistics, Sport Science, Competition Regulations, and Facing the Media.

“This course is a critical step in building a legacy of skilled and knowledgeable coaches who can lead rugby into a new era,” said Adonis.

“Through collaboration and strategic development, we are laying the groundwork for a thriving rugby landscape in South Africa and beyond, and it also ties in with our department’s motto of #GrowTogetherPlayTogether, aligning with SA Rugby’s Strategic Plan, Destination 2027.”

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