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Rassie
Stories of Life and Rugby
Book • 2024
In this autobiography, Rassie Erasmus shares his life story, from growing up in the conservative town of Despatch, South Africa, to his illustrious career as a rugby player and coach.
He recounts his experiences as a player, including his role in Nick Mallett’s record-breaking Springbok team of the late 1990s and the devastating injuries that cut short his playing career.
Erasmus also discusses his revolutionary coaching methods, his battles with the rugby establishment, and his success in coaching teams like Munster and the Springboks.
A key highlight is his decision to appoint Siya Kolisi as the first black captain of the Springboks, which contributed to the team's victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. The book offers behind-the-scenes insights into his adventures, misadventures, and the lessons he has learned throughout his career.
He recounts his experiences as a player, including his role in Nick Mallett’s record-breaking Springbok team of the late 1990s and the devastating injuries that cut short his playing career.
Erasmus also discusses his revolutionary coaching methods, his battles with the rugby establishment, and his success in coaching teams like Munster and the Springboks.
A key highlight is his decision to appoint Siya Kolisi as the first black captain of the Springboks, which contributed to the team's victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. The book offers behind-the-scenes insights into his adventures, misadventures, and the lessons he has learned throughout his career.
