Former Springbok prop BJ Botha is now an Irish citizen. We reflect on his multi-faceted career and where he is now.
Regarded amongst his peers as one of the world’s formidable scrummagers during his playing days, BJ Botha enjoyed a memorable career for the Springboks, Sharks and eventually for two well-known teams in Ireland.
However, in 2008 he opted to make a decisive career move when he signed for Irish club Ulster, which temporarily put him out of the Springbok picture as they opted against selecting overseas-based players for the 2009 British & Irish Lions series. However, Botha was able to enjoy one last stint in France with Lyon and then Biarritz in the Pro D2 before hanging up his boots.The 44-year-old and his family have made Ireland home, with all five of his children having been born in Ireland. Botha became an Irish citizen in 2016, while his wife Taryn gained citizenship soon after.
“The head coach role is difficult to prepare for because you only learn the skills of a head coach once you’re actually in the role,” he commented during a recent interview. “It’s a lot of delegating, managing of players, managing of emotions, not so much actually coaching. You have to let go a bit and give responsibility to your assistant coaches.”Kaizer Chiefs are set to face a strong test this week. Amakhosi will be without one of Nasreddine Nabi’s most influencial leaders.
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