Suleiman Hartzenberg Named URC Player Of The Week

 

The versatile Suleiman Hartzenberg was named United Rugby Championship Round 18 player of the week. He also made his 50th appearance for the Stormers on the weekend, which is pretty remarkable given he is still only 21.

He marked his half century in eye-catching fashion with a two-try Player of the Match display in the 34-24 victory over Cardiff.

Lining up on the right wing, he showed his finishing prowess for his first score as he spotted a gap and scorched through it before stepping inside the last man, while he completed his double by pocketing a cross kick from Manie Libbok.

He was also the game’s top carrier with 16, demonstrating his work-rate and his willingness to go looking for the ball.

Commenting on his progress, the young man from Cape Town said: “In my first year, it was more about finding my feet, getting used to the system and understanding what they wanted from me.

“As the years have gone on, I think I have found myself a bit more and understood what’s expected from me by the coaches and the team.

“It’s just about performing at my best wherever I play. The players around me make my job easier. We are all on the same page.”