ACHIEVEMENTS & MILESTONES
Discover the remarkable achievements of our featured athletes. From record-breaking performances to prestigious awards, each milestone tells a story of dedication and perseverance.
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RWC Bronze
2016
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RWC Gold
2019
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Rugby Championship Winner
2019
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British & Irish Lions Tour to SA Winner
2021
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SA Rugby Player of the Year Award
2015
POSITION:
Lock
CLUB TEAM:
Saitama Wild Knights (Japan)
NATIONAL TEAM:
Springboks (2014 - Current)
HOMETOWN:
Alberton
DOB:
December 17, 1992
CATEGORY:
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SPORTING CODE:
Rugby
RUGBY CAPS:
59 (Springboks)
Lood de Jager attended Hugenote Hoërskool in Springs, where he began to develop his rugby skills. His impressive performances at the school level earned him recognition and the opportunity to further his rugby career.
De Jager represented the Leopards at various youth levels, showcasing his physicality, lineout skills, and work rate. His talent was evident early on, leading to his inclusion in the Leopards' senior squad. De Jager made his professional debut with the Leopards in the Currie Cup. His strong performances as a young lock caught the attention of larger provincial teams.
In 2013, de Jager joined the Free State Cheetahs, where he made a significant impact in the Currie Cup and Super Rugby. His height, strength, and skill in the lineout made him a key player for the Cheetahs, and he quickly became one of the standout locks in South African rugby.
In 2017, de Jager signed with the Bulls, further establishing himself as one of the top locks in the country. His tenure with the Bulls in Super Rugby solidified his reputation for consistent and high-level performances.
In 2019, de Jager moved to the Sale Sharks in England's Premiership Rugby. His experience and leadership have been invaluable to the Sharks, and he has continued to perform at a high level in the competitive environment of the Premiership.
De Jager made his debut for the South African national team, the Springboks, in 2014. His performances in the Rugby mainstay in the Springbok squad. He was a crucial part of the Championship and other international fixtures quickly established him as a team that won the 2019 Rugby World Cup, playing a key role in their victorious campaign. De Jager is known for his exceptional lineout skills, physicality in the loose, and work rate around the park.
Lood de Jager is known for his towering presence in the lineout, powerful scrummaging, and relentless work rate. As a lock, he excels in set-piece play, providing a reliable option in the lineout and adding significant strength to the scrum. His ability to carry the ball effectively and his defensive prowess make him a well-rounded forward.
Lood de Jager continues to be a key figure in South African rugby, admired for his skill, physical presence, and contributions to both his club and the national team.
De Jager represented the Leopards at various youth levels, showcasing his physicality, lineout skills, and work rate. His talent was evident early on, leading to his inclusion in the Leopards' senior squad. De Jager made his professional debut with the Leopards in the Currie Cup. His strong performances as a young lock caught the attention of larger provincial teams.
In 2013, de Jager joined the Free State Cheetahs, where he made a significant impact in the Currie Cup and Super Rugby. His height, strength, and skill in the lineout made him a key player for the Cheetahs, and he quickly became one of the standout locks in South African rugby.
In 2017, de Jager signed with the Bulls, further establishing himself as one of the top locks in the country. His tenure with the Bulls in Super Rugby solidified his reputation for consistent and high-level performances.
In 2019, de Jager moved to the Sale Sharks in England's Premiership Rugby. His experience and leadership have been invaluable to the Sharks, and he has continued to perform at a high level in the competitive environment of the Premiership.
De Jager made his debut for the South African national team, the Springboks, in 2014. His performances in the Rugby mainstay in the Springbok squad. He was a crucial part of the Championship and other international fixtures quickly established him as a team that won the 2019 Rugby World Cup, playing a key role in their victorious campaign. De Jager is known for his exceptional lineout skills, physicality in the loose, and work rate around the park.
Lood de Jager is known for his towering presence in the lineout, powerful scrummaging, and relentless work rate. As a lock, he excels in set-piece play, providing a reliable option in the lineout and adding significant strength to the scrum. His ability to carry the ball effectively and his defensive prowess make him a well-rounded forward.
Lood de Jager continues to be a key figure in South African rugby, admired for his skill, physical presence, and contributions to both his club and the national team.