JP Pietersen calls time on playing career

Rugby World Cup winner JP Pietersen has called time on an illustrious rugby playing career that has spanned 16 years.  

Having played over 180 games for the Cell C Sharks, being capped 70 times for the Springboks, including a Rugby World Cup winners medal, he bows out having achieved more than he ever dreamed of.

JP Pietersen has called time on an illustrious rugby playing career that has spanned 16 years. Having played over 180 games for the Cell C Sharks, he bows out having achieved more than he ever dreamed off.🦈

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In 2005, JP joined The Sharks Academy directly out of school and quickly established himself as a first choice regular in The Sharks side.  He was a huge contributor to The Sharks and Springboks success during his playing career.

JP Pietersen said: “It has been an absolute privilege and an honour to play for The Sharks, a team that I’ve supported all my life and through that journey I got to represent my country.  I close this chapter on my playing career knowing that I gave my very best to the game that gave me everything I have.

“I was very fortunate, that I took the opportunities I had and now it’s all about giving back to rugby, passing on what I have learned in my career.

“I take this opportunity to thank every person that has had an impact on my life and career.  I cannot thank you enough.  The Sharks have given me a wonderful opportunity to move into a coaching role and I’m excited for what the future holds, and I hope I can make a positive impact in my new role.”