An ex Millfield School pupil and a Bath Rugby Academy member, JJ Kilmartin is an exciting young talent with great pace and superb vision.
Besides having made regular appearances for Bath United in the Aviva 'A' league, JJ has also represented Bath Rugby in the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Rugby Sevens for the last two seasons, when the team made the finals two years running.
In 2012, the Cornish Pirates signed JJ on a dual-registration agreement with Bath Rugby. In the same year, the outstanding fullback was also a member of the Scotland U20 team.
Date of Birth: 29/01/1993
Position: Fullback
Height: 181cm
Weight: 88kg
Currently contracted to: Bath
A product of Grey High School, Stormers fullback Joe Pietersen came through the ranks at Western Province and also represented South Africa at Sevens before making his Super Rugby debut in 2006.
A classy fullback with sublime vision and an abundance of pace, Pietersen honed his skills in the Northern Hemisphere with a short stint at Top 14 club Bayonne before returning to the Stormers in 2012.
Pietersen is an outstanding goal-kicker and prides himself on his defence. His match-saving tackle in the 2012 Absa Currie Cup Final will go down in the annals of Western Province history as probably the most crucial – and clever – bit of defending in the union’s history.
A dangerous runner, Pietersen’s try against the Highlanders in 2012 will also be remembered as one of the greatest tries of the Super Rugby competition.
Date of Birth: 18/05/84
Position: Fullback
Height: 1.80m
Weight: 82kg
Currently contracted to: Stormers
Gouws started his provincial career with Eastern Province representing them in the 2008 U18 Craven Week. He then moved up the coast to join his current team the Natal Sharks in 2009.
Gouws was included in the Sharks XV Vodacom Cup side half way through the competition after recovering from an injury. He quickly made the number 15 jersey his own and held onto it for the remainder of the competition.
A reliable goal kicker and all round solid player Gouws is one to watch for the future.
Date of Birth: 19/07/1990
Position: Fullback
Height: 179cm
Weight: 85 kg
Currently contracted to: Sharks
Still only 19-years-old, Jacques Rossouw first burst onto the scene in 2010 when he represented Boland U18 at Craven Week.
A strong fullback with great pace and superb vision, Rossouw was signed by the Blue Bulls in 2012 and immediately made his mark by representing both the U19 and U21 teams.
Rossouw's outstanding performances in 2012 caught the eye of South Africa U20 coach Dawie Theron, who was quick to include him in his training squad at the end of the year.
Rossouw's brilliant attacking play coupled with his accurate goal-kicking abilities make him a valuable asset to any side.
Date of Birth: 29/04/1993
Position: Fullback
Height: 184cm
Weight: 85kg
Currently contracted to: Blue Bulls
After less than a year with the Western Province U21 side, the talented Steyl has already made the step up to the WP Currie Cup side. A fantastic attacking fullback, Steyl also provides utility cover for the WP Currie Cup team.
Date of Birth: 06/07/1990
Position: Fullback
Height: 180cm
Weight: 84kg
Currently contracted to: Blue Bulls
A talented utility back with a prodigious boot, Viljoen is a factor whether he plays flyhalf or fullback. He has also been selected at wing because of his pace and his excellent goal-kicking ability.
Viljoen came through age-group level at the Sharks before beginning his professional career at the Valke in 2005.
In 2008, Viljoen moved to the Griquas where he put in some outstanding performances for the Kimberley-based franchise. It wasn't long before he caught the eye of the national selectors and was picked to represent the Springboks on the 2009 Outgoing Tours to England, Ireland, Italy and France.
A powerfully built player with superb vision and a great turn of pace, Viljoen has been a game-changer for both the Cheetahs and Sharks in recent Super Rugby tournaments.
In 2012, Viljoen signed for the Sharks where his experience, versatility and his ability to kick the ball long distances, has proven to be a great asset for many teams during his career.
Date of Birth: 01/04/83
Position: Fullback
Height: 1.85m
Weight: 92kg
Currently contracted to: Sharks
Emerging Springbok Rudi Vogt started his professional career with the Pumas in 2007 and made his Super rugby debut for the Lions a year later, in 2008.
An attacking fullback, Vogt is a large backline option, standing 1.92m tall and weighing around 94kg. During his time at the Pumas he was also often called upon to fill in at flyhalf, a role he is more than capable of performing.
Date of Birth: 30/12/83
Position: Fullback
Height: 1.92m
Weight: 94kg
Currently contracted to: Griquas
