ARTICLES RELATING TO ALAN SOLOMONS

Kings hoping to build on form

2013-05-24 11:12

The Southern Kings are fired up in their bid to move up the Super Rugby log, but they know the Cheetahs will be equally motivated.

Player management pivotal

2013-05-14 13:07

Alan Solomons reveals how the Kings were able to bounce back from their defeat to the Waratahs and beat the Highlanders.

Kings looking to hit back

2013-05-10 10:04

The Southern Kings are determined to bounce back from last week's thumping by the Waratahs when they take on the Highlanders.

Better Kings effort: Solomons

2013-04-28 21:29

Alan Solomons, the Kings' Director of Rugby, says the team showed great improvement in their clash against the Cheetahs.

Kings v Bulls worth top billing

2013-04-17 13:11
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Unlikely a few weeks back, the Super Rugby derby in PE suddenly looks every bit appropriate for its ‘main game’ status on Saturday.

Fifth new skipper for Kings

2013-03-28 09:45

Centre Andries Strauss will lead the Kings in their Super Rugby clash against the Hurricanes in Wellington, New Zealand.

Kings must play more - Solly

2013-03-13 15:31

After two rounds of impressive defensive displays, the Kings are determined to improve their attacking game against the Chiefs.

Kings sweat on Vleis, Luke

2013-03-11 16:41
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The Kings are sweating on the availability of Jacques "Vleis" Engelbrecht and Luke Watson as they prepare to face the Chiefs.

Kings go 'all black' at home

2013-02-07 08:05
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The Kings have revealed that they will wear an all black strip when playing at home in this year's Super Rugby competition.

Room for improvement

2012-11-29 15:22

Although impressed with the Boks' end of year tour results, Alan Solomons hopes the team will work on their attacking game in 2013.

WP worthy winners

2012-10-31 09:38

There’s no doubt WP are absolutely deserved champions, having had to win the Currie Cup the hard way, writes Alan Solomons.

All Blacks set the standard

2012-10-10 14:39

Alan Solomons picks his Rugby Championship Team of the Tournament following the Boks' reality check against New Zealand.

Give Goosen a go!

2012-09-19 10:25

Alan Solomons calls on Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer to give Johan Goosen a full go at fylhalf against the Wallabies in Pretoria.

Boks searching for balance

2012-08-29 09:27

The Boks need to maintain a good balance between attack and defence, and have alternate strategies in place, says Alan Solomons.

Entering the business end

2012-06-29 08:49

Alan Solomons predicts two close South African derbies as Super Rugby returns to action after the England series.

Backing the Boks

2012-06-08 09:21

Alan Solomons expects England to come out firing in the first Test in Durban, but anticipates the Boks will prevail in the end...

Winning matters most

2012-05-23 11:05

If the Stormers keep winning, a lack of bonus points isn’t going to hurt them, writes Alan Solomons.

Comebacks and contenders

2012-04-25 10:06

Super Rugby is now separating the wheat from the chaff, with the top sides starting to emerge, writes Alan Solomons.

Stormers the side to beat

2012-04-11 14:30

Alan Solomons believes the table-topping Stormers have what it takes to win this year's Super Rugby title.

Kiwi sides early pace-setters

2012-03-14 14:24

Alan Solomons on NZ's Super Rugby dominance, the Stormers' youngsters, Rene Ranger's ban and the merits of the white card.

Kings snub Nations Cup

2012-01-31 07:43

The Southern Kings will not participate in this year's IRB Nations Cup event after they were assured of a Super Rugby spot in 2013.

Fitting final to memorable RWC

2011-10-26 09:27

Alan Solomons picks his 2011 Rugby World Cup Team of the Tournament after a memorable finale to the event.

Smart money on All Blacks

2011-10-12 10:23

Alan Solomons believes the All Blacks are still favourites to win this year's Rugby World Cup and end their 24-year title drought.

Boks building momentum

2011-09-28 15:09

The Boks will face a strong challenge against a physical, explosive and dynamic Samoa side, writes Alan Solomons.

Wallabies losing RWC finalists

2011-08-24 11:47

With the 2011 Rugby World Cup fast approaching, Alan Solomons runs the rule over the countries drawn in Pool C ...

 

Kings proud of Catrakilis

2013-05-22 16:31

Kings president Cheeky Watson and director of rugby Alan Solomons have welcomed the inclusion of Demetri Catrakilis in the Bok squad.

Kings showed character: Solly

2013-05-13 09:43

Kings boss Alan Solomons has heaped praise in his players after they bounced back from a heavy defeat to beat the Highlanders.

Solomons: Kings must hit back

2013-05-05 15:09
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Kings director of rugby Alan Solomons says they simply have to keep on fighting, following their 72-10 loss to the Waratahs.

Kings to ease Watson back

2013-04-24 13:06
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The Kings will ease Luke Watson back into Super Rugby - hence his inclusion on the bench for their game against the Cheetahs.

SA sides have it toughest

2013-04-17 10:17

The South African Super Rugby Conference is certainly the most competitive of the three nations, believes Alan Solomons.

Super Rugby shifts up a gear

2013-03-15 10:44

Owing to the fact that SA are blessed with physical players, when our game plan comes off it proves effective, says Alan Solomons.

Watson remains sidelined

2013-03-12 15:34

Luke Watson remains sidelined due to a throat injury as the Kings named an unchanged starting team for their clash against the Chiefs.

Kings deny spy rumours

2013-02-19 20:09

The Kings' director of rugby, Alan Solomons, insists they know nothing about an alleged spy filming the Force's training session.

Lions ‘war’: Solly boxes clever

2013-02-06 15:26
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The Kings may be doing the right thing by shielding some of their biggest names from their awkward showdown with the Lions.

Time for Boks to fire

2012-11-14 10:30

Alan Solomons picks the Bok backline he'd like to see selected to take on Scotland - and makes a prediction for the Murrayfield Test.

Kings upbeat despite deficit

2012-10-25 10:26
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The Eastern Province Kings are hoping to prove their ability by wiping out a severe deficit when they host the Free State Cheetahs.

Acid test awaits Boks

2012-10-05 08:25

Alan Solomons has a feeling the Boks will edge their Rugby Championship Test against the All Blacks - but it will be close...

Boks should break shackles

2012-09-14 09:09

Were Alan Solomons the Springbok coach, we'd have seen a different looking team tackle the All Blacks in Dunedin on Saturday.

Pumas deserve their place

2012-08-17 06:57

Alan Solomons believes bringing in Argentina to the Rugby Championship will freshen things up considerably.

Maintaining momentum

2012-06-20 14:17

When the Springboks gel, they they can be pretty potent - and that's why Alan Solomons is backing them to sweep England.

Sharks emerge as darkhorses

2012-06-01 09:23

The SA Conference is now a three-horse race, says Alan Solomons, who also picks a winner between the Bulls and Stormers...

Chiefs setting the standard

2012-05-09 09:23

It's clear that two sides from each Super Rugby Conference are emerging, with the Chiefs setting the standard, says Alan Solomons.

Kiwi to coach Southern Kings

2012-04-13 07:41

New Zealander Matt Sexton will coach the Southern Kings in their debut season in Super Rugby next year.

All eyes on Newlands clash

2012-03-28 12:18

Alan Solomons gives his views on Saturday’s much anticipated North/South Super Rugby derby at Newlands.

Watson out of Stormers clash

2012-02-10 07:21

Southern Kings captain Luke Watson has pulled out of their pre-season clash against the Stormers due to a sore shoulder.

EP confirm Kennedy departure

2011-11-09 13:56

Eastern Province Rugby Union chief, Anele Pamba confirmed the resignation of Eastern Province Kings forwards coach, Adrian Kennedy.

NZ to emulate class of '87

2011-10-19 09:32

Alan Solomons sees the All Blacks beating France comfortably in Sunday's RWC final and emulating their compatriots' win in 1987.

EP Kings ready for Boland

2011-10-11 21:15

EP coach Alan Solomons says their recent loss to Boland won't affect them as they prepare for the Currie Cup First Division final.

Boks to bow out in semi-finals

2011-09-06 15:13

With the 2011 Rugby World Cup fast approaching, Alan Solomons runs the rule over the countries drawn in Pool D ...

Early RWC exit for England

2011-08-17 15:14

With the 2011 Rugby World Cup fast approaching, Alan Solomons runs the rule over the countries drawn in Pool B.

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