Newcastle Falcons fullback Greg Goosen began his career in Durban before, out of the blue, he secured a dream move to French club, Racing Metro.
Goosen joined Metro in 2006 and has gone on to represent the the Top 14 side both domestically and in Europe in recent seasons.
In 2010, looking for more first XV action, Goosen moved to La Rochelle. Newly promoted to the Top 14, La Rochelle have shown themselves to be very competitive at the top level of French rugby.
Date of Birth: 09/09/83
Position: Fullback
Height: 1.78m
Weight: 88kg
Currently contracted to:Newcastle Falcons
Media: La Rochelle switch for Goosen | Hot-shot Goosen on fire
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
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
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: 82 kg
Currently contracted to: Western Province
An exciting and talented rugby player, Chris Jordaan proved himself in club rugby before finally being given the opportunity to show just how lethal a player he could be at Currie Cup level.
A natural playmaker, Jordaan is capable of playing fullback, flyhalf or wing - having played all three positions during his time with the Sharks.
Still in his early 20s, the exciting flyer burst on to the scene with some impressive performances for his club, Rovers, and has continued to go from strength to strength.
Jordaan made his Super 14 debut for the Union in 2009.
Following a strong performance in the 2010 Club Champs, where he led helped College Rovers to their first ever tournament victory, Jordaan agreed a move to the Pumas.
Date of Birth: 10/07/87
Position: Fullback, Flyhalf
Height: 180cm
Weight: 83kg
Currently contracted to: College Rovers
Eastern Province fullback Tiger Mangweni remains one of SA Rugby's most underrated players.
The former Blue Bulls star began his career with the Border Bulldogs before moving to Kimberley and establishing himself at Currie Cup level with Griquas.
The reliable No.15 has experienced Super 14 rugby with the Stormers, Cheetahs and Bulls but has now returned to his home region to try and help EP return to the top flight of Currie Cup rugby.
Mangweni is also a proud member of the Brothers for Life campaign.
Date of Birth: 20/06/80
Position: Fullback
Height: 176cm
Weight: 90kg
Currently contracted to: Eastern Province
International Honours: Emering Springboks
