Podcasts

This week’s The Rugby Factory episode, proudly brought to you by BOSSA, features Andy going behind the scenes as Stellenberg claim another major scalp, ending Paul Roos’ unbeaten season. The show captures all the drama and fanfare from the Northern Suburbs outfit’s triumph. Parel Vallei’s head coach Alwyn Burger discusses their campaign, whilst players Shudley Rhoda and Owen Cockcroft chat before their impressive victory against Milnerton.

The Rugby Factory proudly brought to you by BOSSA, features Grey College old boy Alex Jonker in this week’s episode. The former 1st XV captain and ex-Cheetahs professional rugby player discusses his school days with host Andy, reflecting on what Grey College means to him and the cherished traditions that shaped his rugby journey. Jonker provides insight into life at one of South Africa’s most prestigious rugby schools and how it influenced his professional career.

On this week’s episode of The Rugby Factory proudly brought to you by Bossa, the team dives into all things Noord-Suid in a two part special. Andy Daniel takes you right into the heart of the action — from a sit down with Alex Jonker for an exclusive, in-depth conversation, unpacking the drama and intensity of Noord-Suid clashes to experiencing the electric gees of Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool (Affies). This is schoolboy rugby like you’ve never seen it before — unfiltered, up close, and in the moment.

You’re in for a treat on this week’s episode of The Rugby Factory proudly brought to you by Bossa, as Andy Daniel and Dustin Wetdewich take a closer look at the highly anticipated Noord Suid tournament. The show gathers valuable perspectives from established powerhouse programmes like Grey College whilst checking in with excited first-time tournament participants about their expectations.

This week’s episode of The Rugby Factory proudly brought to you by Bossa, might look a little different as we step out of the studio and into the heart of schoolboy rugby. We kick things off at the WP Rugby Day before we chat to the coaches and Heads of Rugby from some of the country’s top 10 schools to unpack what lies ahead in the 2026 season. What can we expect from powerhouse teams like Stellenberg High School and Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool (Affies) this year? Which sides are building, which are rebuilding, and who’s ready to make a statement? We dive into the insights, expectations and ambitions straight from the voices shaping school rugby across South Africa.