Well done Springboks

Congratulations to the Springboks on winning the Rugby World Cup.

It was a tough and a tense game, with both sides giving it everything they had. At times I thought it could go either way, but South Africa prevailed, which was a good thing because our nation would have gone into a serious decline if they had lost. This was just the remedy needed to cure the fever that has been sweeping through the country for the past two months.

Final score - South Africa 15/ England 6

Next stop New Zealand 2011.

Rugby fever reaches epidemic proportions

A few hours are left to the start of the Rugby World Cup final and "Rugby Fever" has reached epidemic proportions in South Africa. It is manifesting itself in many strange ways.

I had to run some errands this morning and the spirit was quite amazing. Unfortunately I did not have my camera with me, so was not able to take advantage of the many photographic opportunities, but my cell phone did prove useful.

This guy is really making a statement


Cars and motor bikes were flying flags; cars were emblazoned with the words "Go Bokke"; most people were dressed in green and gold; the shops were flying South African and Springbok flags; I was told that all the Rugby World Cup clothing was sold out throughout the city, Wherever I went there was an air of excitement and a tremendous vibe.

My son has a severe attack of Rugby Fever


It was a fun morning watching normally sane and rational people doing things they would not usually do - all in the spirit of generating support and excitement.



There can be no doubt that the nation is behind the Springbok Rugby Team.

Here's to a good game...........................

GO BOKKE!

Rugby Fever - Go Bokke

Rugby World Cup fever is running rampant throughout the land . Tomorrow night South Africa will come to a standstill, when the Lions and the Springboks vie for the world cup. With two highly motivated and determined teams it promises to be an exciting match.

After the last encounter South Africa will want to make sure it stays on top and England of course, will not want a repeat of a 36/0 hiding.

I wanted to post a picture of a lion for the English team, but the closest I could come to one in my archives was a ginger cat................. at first I thought maybe not, as it might upset the English fans..... but then I thought why not, it is appropriate after their last performance....... on the other hand what if they stage a come back, where does that leave me - humiliated.............what the heck, here goes..... I can take it


Pussy cat, pussy cat I love you.........

...........................GO BOKKE!

What is it about 30 men chasing a little oval shaped ball around a field that gets nations so excited?