Robbie Fleck is appointed head coach of the Stormers
Saturday 12 December 2015 09:05, UK
Former Springbok centre Robbie Fleck has been unveiled as the new Stormers coach for the 2016 Super Rugby season.
The 40-year-old has been an assistant coach for the franchise since 2010 and has been acting as coaching co-ordinator since the departure of Australian coach Eddie Jones to England.
Commenting on Fleck's appointment, Western Province (WP) president Thelo Wakefield said: "Western Province director of rugby Gert Smal has done a thorough investigation into all available and interested coaches for the position. Robbie Fleck is a Western Province man through-and-through.
"He understands the environment, having had extensive experience as an assistant coach at Super Rugby level and as a former WP, Stormers and Springbok player.
"In addition, he showed his mettle as a head coach this year, dominating the Currie Cup Under-21 competition. He deserves his opportunity and we are proud to be able to grow one of our own."
Fleck, who played 31 Tests for South Africa between 1999 and 2002, and also had a spell in the Premiership with Bath, will be reassessed after the Super Rugby season.
"As a Province man, it's a massive honour and a privilege," Fleck said. "I'm really appreciative of the faith been shown in me and in conjunction with all my colleagues will continue to prepare the squad on the path chosen."
