SA RUGBY PANEL |
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Adriaan AJ Jacobs |
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| Born: | 19 March 1985, Kimberley |
| School attended: | Piet Retief Primary and Welkom Gymnasium High School. |
| Favourite country: | South Africa |
| Favourite food: | Fillet and chips |
Rugby history:
u/13 Craven week 1998 for Pumas
u/16 Grant Khomo 2001 for Griffons
u/19 Griffons Provincial 2004
u/21 Griffons Provincial 2006
Amateur Provincial 2007
SA Rhino League 2008
Why You chose to become a referee:
Its the best seat in the house, constantly brings new challenges and I was too small to make it onto the bigger stages of the game.
Refereeing history:
Started in 2009 as part of being a Primary School Teacher.
National Panel 2015 to 2017
Premier Panel 2018 to Current
Debuts: Currie Cup Premier 2015
Career highlights:
Currie Cup Premier debut: Cheetahs vs Griquas 2015
SupeRugby debut: Sunwolves vs Waratahs 2019
u/21 Currie Cup Final 2016
Varsity Cup Final: FNB Maties vs FNB Pukke 2018
Academic Week Final 2014
Craven Week Final 2015
Favourite international sportsperson:
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Family connection to the sport:
Father played Rugby.
Motivators:
I will show you better than I can ever tell you.
Hero/Mentor:
Jaco Peyper and Mark Lawrence
Advice for new recruits:
You cant climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets. Stay humble and be the hardest worker in the room.
Outside interests:
Fitness Shows and time with Family.
Did you know?
I'm a Level 3 Hurdles Coach
Number of matches officiated/TMO:
1 International Tests, 13 SupeRugby, 4 SR Unlocked, 31 Currie Cup Premier
