André van Staden
South African rugby union footballer
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Jacobus Adriaan 'André' van Staden (born 15 December 1946) is a former South African rugby union player.[1]
BornJacobus Adriaan van Staden
15 December 1946
15 December 1946
Brakpan, Gauteng
Height1.82 m (6 ft 0 in)
Weight80 kg (176 lb)
SchoolNylstroom Hoërskool
| Born | Jacobus Adriaan van Staden 15 December 1946 Brakpan, Gauteng | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Height | 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 80 kg (176 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| School | Nylstroom Hoërskool | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Playing career
Van Staden played his provincial rugby for Northern Transvaal and was a member of the Currie Cup winning teams in 1969, 1973 and 1974. He was also in the team that drew the final with Transvaal in 1971.[2]
In 1974, Van Staden was selected to tour with the Springboks to France. He did not play in any test matches but played in three tour matches for the Springboks.[3]
See also
- List of South Africa national rugby union players – Springbok no. 483