Not just a WAG: Springbok wives with impressive qualifications

Not just pretty faces! These Springbok WAGS have some impressive degrees. Here's what they're qualified to do...

Dec 19, 2024 - 03:00
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Not just a WAG: Springbok wives with impressive qualifications

There’s no denying that the women behind the Springboks – their wives – are their biggest supporters. But they’re more than just “WAGS.”

SPRINGBOK WAGS QUALIFICATIONS REVEALED

Although they’re recognised as the wives of Springboks, the women behind the national squad are actually highly qualified professionals.

Here are what a few of them do…

  • Layla Kolbe, Hope Mortimer – Chartered accounts
  • Mine de Klerk – Pharmacist
  • Rachel Kolisi – Marketing and events coordinator
  • Anlia Etzebeth – Singer and songwriter
  • Willemien du Toit – Physiotherapist
  • Sasha de Sousa – Business administrator
  • Saskia Snyman – Tax advisor
  • Verna Libbok, Marise Pollard, Aisling Kleyn – Teachers
  • Anastacia Mbonambi – Radiation therapist
  • Holly Le Roux – Dietician
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Springbok WAG Layla Kolbe admitted that she regretted not pursuing her career as a Chartered Account. Images via Instagram: @laylakolbe

PLAYERS WITH DEGREES!

Impressively, these Springboks have worked on getting accolades off the pitch…

  • Ox Nche has a degree in Geography and Statistics from the University of Free State.
  • Damian Willemse has studied for a commerce degree with Milpark Education
  • Eben Etzebeth reportedly studied towards a Bachelor of Social Science from the University of Cape Town.
  • Manie Libbok has a Diploma in Coaching Science.

IS IT IMPORTANT FOR ATHLETES TO HAVE FORMAL EDUCATION?

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