An unnamed Bulls player says they were shocked to hear of Director of Rugby Jake White’s appointment.
The player tells Netwerk24 of the former Springbok coach’s appointment: “We heard about the Jake story the weekend before we toured and when he arrived back from Australia, he was appointed.
“I think the fact that we’re in self-isolation is making the situation tougher.
“The biggest surprise is that it was suddenly announced that he’ll be the head coach as well next year.
“No-one saw it coming. I can only think how surprised coach Pote [Human] and other coaches must be.”
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While this player sounds a bit sceptical about the new signing, other players such as Manie Libbok was a bit more upbeat about the appointment and told IOL on Monday: “For a young guy like me that still has a lot to learn about the game, it makes me excited to have someone of his profile [coaching us].”