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UJ Rugby

UJ Rugby

Rugby team

The University of Johannesburg Rugby union team, commonly known as UJ, is the rugby union team that represents the University of Johannesburg based in Auckland Park, Gauteng. It competes in the Varsity Cup.

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History

In 2021 the team appointed former Blikzbokke Jonathan Mokuena as head coach.[1]

The team finished the 2024 Varsity Cup in 6th position after spending most of the season avoiding the relegation playoffs zone (7th place).[2]

Rivalry

The rivalry between UJ and Wits Rugby is known as the Joburg Derby.[3]

References

  1. [1]
    "Jonathan Mokuena takes the reins at UJ, makes return to Varsity Cup". SA Rugby magazine. 2021-10-21. Retrieved 2024-05-03.
  2. [2]
    "UJ desperate to clear relegation 'danger zone'". rugby365.com. Retrieved 2024-05-03.
  3. [3]
    "UJ crush Wits in Joburg derby". SA Rugby magazine. 2024-03-25. Retrieved 2024-05-03.
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