Under-17 Sevens squad for 2026 Youth Olympics announced
SA Rugby has announced the South African boys' under-17 Sevens squad for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. The team was selected following an extensive talent identification process across various school and age-group competitions.
Why it matters
This selection represents the development of future professional rugby talent and South Africa's participation in international youth sporting events.
SA Rugby has announced the South African boys’ under-17 Sevens squad, as part of Team South Africa, for the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, taking place from 31 October to 13 November.
The Rugby Sevens competition will be contested from 1 to 3 November, with South Africa’s squad having been finalised following an extensive talent identification and selection process.
Former Springbok Sevens player and coach Sandile Ngcobo was appointed head coach while Bongani Qumbu, a member of the Springbok management at the Rugby World Cup in 2023, will serve in the dual role of team manager and strength & conditioning coach.
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