Friday 27 May 2016 10:33, UK
Former South Africa captain John Smit will quit his role as Sharks Rugby chief executive at the end of the season.
Smit, who led the Springboks to World Cup victory in 2007, confirmed he will be leaving the Durban-based club once the Super Rugby season draws to a close.
"This decision to resign was not an easy one and it is based primarily on me wanting to focus more of my time on my young family," Smit said on the club's website.
"I look forward both to the next challenge in my career and to remaining a frequent visitor to Kings Park, my home from home since I was 18 years old."
Smit began his role with the Sharks in 2013 after finishing his playing career with Saracens in the Premiership.
The former hooker, who won 111 caps, has helped Sharks to a reported financial turnaround, despite the side struggling to match expectations on the pitch.
