FNB UKZN have been big on collecting points through their kicking this year, the key man behind collecting those points has been last season’s rookie of the year nominee, fly-half, Siso France. The Eastern Cape born has voiced out that the Impi simply read the game and do this to put scoreboard pressure on their opponents.
“There isn’t necessarily a reason behind constantly scoring points through our penalty kicks. It’s always about keeping the scoreboard going, scoreboard pressure. It does play a big role when your team is constantly getting points even if it’s not seven points. It gives hope to the team and does put the other team under pressure,” said France.
“It’s just reading the game and doing what we feel we need at that point in time. So it doesn’t necessarily have to be three points, if the team feels confident to get the full seven then we will take a different route.”
Compared to the past few seasons, the men from KZN have looked a better outfit in this year's edition of the FNB Varsity Shield campaign with impressive displays from all around the team. France has come out to praise this year's efforts, pinning them to the team's improved hunger.
“This year brings fresh spirits and young talent for us and an all round hunger for the game. The preparation for this year has not been easy and I believe it is why we have moulded into the type of team you see before you. Yes we also appreciate the support but this year has been about rectifying what is within the team itself and the rest will sort itself out” added the flyhalf.