PLAYERS' GUIDE 2021/'22

2021 | 2022

T H E P L A Y E R S̒

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How to use the Players’ Guide

7 MyDevelopment We provide you with the personal development opportunities to equip you with skills to use for life outside of rugby

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1 MyOrgInfo Who we are and what we stand for

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8 MyNumbers

2 MyOrgStructure

A platform to save for retirement and to look after your medical safety before you step onto the field

See who your player representatives are and who serves on the organisational structures

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9 MyCommunications

3 MyCommercial

Connecting you with external stakeholders, the general public and the media

We look after your collective intellectual property rights and the commercialisation thereof

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10 MyBenefits

4 MyDistributions We ensure that you receive the appropriate remuneration for the use of your collective commercial rights

Receive exclusive membership perks such as discounts and offers from reputable brands and educational institutions

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11 MyCharity

5 MyIndustrial

We give back to the community to make a difference in the lives of others

Negotiating minimum employment terms on a player’s behalf as part of a collective player group

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6 MyPlayerAffairs Assisting you with any player-related matters and questions

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HOW TO USE

T H E P L AY E R S’ G U I D E

Ever wondered what exactly the Players’ Organisation does for you? It’s possibly much more than you think! And it’s all in here – your comprehensive go-to manual for 2021/2022, the season that marks our official entry into competitions of the Northern Hemisphere.

However, we would advise you to also revisit specific sections of the Players’ Guide during the season if you have any concerns or questions regarding our service offering to professional rugby players in South Africa. In most cases, you will find the answers in these pages (download the Guide from Issuu, or access it on the MyPlayers mobile app).

Eager student? Then, “study” the entire publication from cover to cover.

If the answers still elude you, we invite

you to get in touch with the contact

person referenced in each of the sections.

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MYORGINFO 3

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THINGS TO KNOW ABO UT M Y PL AY E R S

The Players’ Organisation was founded in 1998 by the players themselves when a need arose for collective representation during the early years of professionalism in Rugby Union. Today, it represents all professional rugby

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players in South Africa.

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The organisation is 100% owned by South Africa’s professional rugby players.

The players serve on various leadership structures in the organisation. These include the MyPlayers Board, Players’ Trust, the SARPA (labour division) Executive Committee, and the Provincial Player Representative Group. The various leadership structures determine the vision and mission of the Players’ Organisation.

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We represent and look after the collective interest and purpose of all the South African professional rugby teams and players from time to time.

See pages 15 and 16 for a definition and examples of collective player interests. MyPlayers offers players a wide portfolio of benefits and services, including pension funds, medical schemes, commercial rights management and payments, etc.

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To benefit from the services provided by MyPlayers, you must be a member. This comes at a marginal monthly membership fee deducted from your salary by your employer. (Please see page 21 for details.)

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CAREER AND PERSONAL OUR PURPOSE STATEMENT EDUCATION MASTERY

LIFE SKILLS OUR MISSION STATEMENT

We believe rugby is more than

We provide player-driven solutions to

just a game.

improve the lives of our members.

OUR VALUES RESPECT For ourselves and the players we serve LOYALTY We serve and work for the players ACCOMMODATION Accommodate players at all cost and to their benefit INTEGRITY Underpins everything we are and do

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MYORGSTRUCTURE

MYPLAYERS BOARD FUNCTION: Determines the organisation’s strategy and the execution thereof with the necessary financial discipline.

FAFFA KNOETZE CHAIR

Faffa Knoetze is the chairman of the MyPlayers Board. During his playing years, Knoetze represented Western Province in 110 first-class matches (scoring 43 tries). He played in four Currie Cup finals for Western Province – in 1985, 1986, 1988 and 1989 (two wins, a loss and a draw). Knoetze made his Springbok debut in 1989 and toured with the Springboks to France and England in 1992.

He is an actuary at Remgro Limited where his focus is on the company’s investments in the insurance, banking and sport industries. He is a non-executive director on the boards of a number of companies, such as FirstRand and the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport (SAS), which he also chairs.

EUGENE HENNING CEO

TEBOHO ‘OUPA’ MOHOJÉ

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

JOHN SMIT

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

ZENAY JORDAAN

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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PAT LAMBIE

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

SIVIWE SOYIZWAPI NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

MYPLAYERS TEAM FUNCTION: Oversees the day-to-day operations of MyPlayers and manages the products and services provided by the Players’ Organisation. Also responsible for the management of SARPA and The Players’ Trust.

EUGENE HENNING CEO BCom and LLB: Stellenbosch University MBA: Stellenbosch University Business School eugeneh@my-players.com +27 82 657 2908

HILANA CLAASSENS

NATIONAL PLAYER DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Undergraduate and Honours (Industrial Psychology): University of the Free State Masters of Commerce (Industrial Psychology): University of Johannesburg PhD Degree Candidate: NorthWest University hilana@my-players.com

MANDISI TSHONTI

GENERAL MANAGER: PLAYER AFFAIRS BA (Human Movement Sciences) & Honours (Social Development): University of the Western Cape

WELMARIE VAN DER SPUY SENIOR FINANCIAL MANAGER Bachelor of Accounting: Stellenbosch University Bachelor of Accounting (Honours): UNISA

mandisi@my-players.com

welmarie@my-players.com

+27 82 738 1377

+27 72 826 0202

MARCO BOTHA

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER BA (Sports Science): Stellenbosch University BPhil (Journalism): Stellenbosch University Master of Liberal Arts (Management) Degree Candidate: Harvard University Extension School marco@my-players.com +27 82 447 6299

+27 71 470 4901

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RÉGHANA HARNEKER

GENERAL MANAGER: LEGAL, COMPLIANCE & GOVERNANCE LLB (Honours): University of the Western Cape Compliance Management: University of Cape Town reghana@my-players.com +27 83 231 6824

MYORGSTRUCTURE

DAVID DE VILLIERS

GENERAL MANAGER: FINANCIAL SERVICES Bachelor of Accounting: Stellenbosch University Bachelor of Accounting (Honours): UNISA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting: CIMA

HELGA ESAU

FINANCE MANAGER BCom (Financial Accounting): Stellenbosch University helga@my-players.com +21 21 887 5786

ISMA-EEL DOLLIE

NATIONAL PLAYER AFFAIRS MANAGER Bachelor of Social Sciences: University of Cape Town Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Management: University of Cape Town ismaeel@my-players.com +27 84 484 4412

david@my-players.com +27 82 460 2803

TRACEY CABLE

OFFICE MANAGER The backbone of the Players’ Organisation since April 1999 info@my-players.com +21 21 887 5786

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YOUR PLAYER REPRESENTATIVES FUNCTION: The provincial player representatives serve as your player group’s direct link, intermediary and communication channel with MyPlayers.

IMPI VISSER

SPRINGBOK MEN’S SEVENS

CRAIG BARRY

ROSS CRONJÉ

BLUE BULLS

EDERIES ARENDSE

FRANCOIS KLEINHANS

WERNER KOK

HP SWART

ZENAY JORDAAN

BILLY DUTTON

STEDMAN GANS

GRIQUAS

ERNST VAN RHYN WESTERN PROVINCE

CHEETAHS

PUMAS

SHARKS

SPRINGBOK WOMEN’S SEVENS

BORDER

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LIONS

LEOPARDS

MYORGSTRUCTURE

SARPA

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

FUNCTION: The South African Rugby Players’ Association (SARPA) is the registered trade union exclusively representing the professional rugby players.

The trade union serves as a platform for the players to collectively exercise their labour rights, and it also empowers them to take collective action on matters pertaining to their employment. The day-to-day management of SARPA is conducted by MyPlayers.

MANDISI TSHONTI

MARVIN ORIE PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT; PLAYER REPRESENTATIVE: INTERNATIONAL RUGBY PLAYERS

ZENAY JORDAAN

FRANS STEYN

LIZO GQOBOKA

THOMAS DU TOIT

SIVIWE SOYIZWAPI

CRAIG BARRY

GENERAL SECRETARY

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OUPA MOHOJÉ

TRUSTEES

OF THE PLAYERS’ TRUST

FUNCTION: The Players’ Organisation is licensed to use and represent the collective commercial rights of the professional rugby players in South Africa.

These players’ rights are made available to external stakeholders to be used for broadcasting purposes, various sponsorship programmes, and for general media use. The Players’ Trust facilitates sub-licensing agreements with third parties and continuously monitors the usage of these rights. The strategy and implementation of the Players’ Trust mandate are overseen by the trustees.

They are also responsible for making decisions with regards to your commercial distributions.

EUGENE HENNING

SIVIWE SOYIZWAPI

THOMAS DU TOIT

FRANS MALHERBE

OUPA MOHOJÉ

IMPI VISSER

ROSS CRONJÉ

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MYORGSTRUCTURE

YOUR PLAYER

DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS

FUNCTION: Responsible for assisting players with their career development requirements for life beyond rugby.

HILANA CLAASSENS

SALLY JOUBERT

HENDY SEERANE

hilana@my-players.com

sally@my-players.com

hendy@my-players.com

+27 71 470 4901

+27 81 305 8675

+27 72 631 1269

Domestic and Non-Franchises

ANINA COETZEE anina@my-players.com

PIETER VAN ZYL

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KIRSTEN VAN HEERDEN

pieter@my-players.com

kirsten@my-players.com

+27 83 657 7350

+27 84 800 3322

DON’T HAVE A PART-TIME PLAYER DEVELOPMENT MANAGER IN YOUR PROVINCE?

+27 82 454 1770

GERHARD OLIVIER

You are always welcome to contact our National Player Development

gerhard@my-players.com

Manager, Hilana Claassens, who will provide you with development

+27 83 678 3371

support and guidance.

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MYCOMMERCIAL

COMMERCIAL PROGRAMME Players who qualify for the Commercial Programme receive, on an annual basis, distributions from MyPlayers for the use of their commercial rights within the rugby industry.

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WHAT ARE YOUR COMMERCIAL RIGHTS? You do not only render your

Since 2009, SARU (whose

Intellectual property rights

“playing services” (i.e. training

revenue from broadcasters

are not lumped into the

and playing rugby on the

and sponsors includes

employment contract, but

field), but also contribute

amounts for the players’

held collectively by the

the right to the use of your

IP rights) and MyPlayers,

Players’ Trust for the benefit

personal attributes (name,

on behalf of the Players’

of all the professional rugby

nickname, image, likeness,

Trust, negotiate the value

players in South Africa.

signature, voice and biological

of the collective intellectual

MyPlayers, established in 2010

information) to the game.

property rights of all the

as the commercial arm of the

These personal attributes, or

professional rugby players

Players’ Organisation, takes

intellectual property rights,

in South Africa and those in

responsibility for the fair and

play an essential role in

other countries

equitable distribution of the

creating value, interest, and

who may represent South

value of the rights to the

vitality in rugby.

African teams.

players on an annual basis.

THE PUBLIC GETS INTRODUCED TO RUGBY THROUGH 3 DIFFERENT MEDIUMS

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BROADCASTING

SPONSORSHIPS

LICENSED PRODUCTS

Give access to rights Income stream

RUGBY These three mediums also create an income stream for rugby.

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BUT For rugby to commercially utilise these three mediums, broadcasters, sponsors and the creators of licensing products need access to player rights.

THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF PLAYER RIGHTS

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INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS directly to utilise these rights. Individual rights are not part of the MyPlayers commercial rights programme, and you will not receive remuneration from MyPlayers for the use of your individual rights.

When one or two players without team kit are being used together in a campaign for commercial gain.

You and your agent manage these rights, and external parties can contact you

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COMMERCIAL RIGHTS ATTRIBUTES

MyPlayers manages these commercial rights. Collective commercial rights are being activated when three or more players with or without team kit are being used together in a campaign for commercial gain.

MYPLAYERS DOES 4 THINGS WITH THESE COLLECTIVE RIGHTS

These rights are secured by MyPlayers and include:

APPEARANCES

Player information (name, height, weight, Test caps, etc.)

Signatures and images

When your employer requests you to perform an appearance for them, or for one of their commercial partners

or sponsors at a planned event or function.

Charity events and media duties DO NOT count as commercial appearances.

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We group and structure your collective commercial rights.

We evaluate these rights and get the market-related value for them.

We sell these rights to the rugby industry for them to use for commercial purposes.

We manage the commercial payments process and ensure that you receive the appropriate income for the use of your rights.

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MyDistributions

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COMMERCIAL RIGHTS DISTRIBUTIONS When the value of your annual commercial rights payment is being calculated, we take into account the number of matches you have played as well as the number of official appearances you have made. Different rates are applicable for different matches and appearances (for example, a Springbok player earns more per match and appearance than a provincial player). Below is a breakdown of the projected commercial rights distribution rates applicable for 2021. Note: These are not match fees but payments made for the use of your collective commercial rights.

SPRINGBOKS

APPEARANCES

R36 235 per test played

R1 500 paid per player per commercial

R22 163 per player

appearance performed for your province.

To qualify for the maximum amount of R1 500, you must have: Played in at least one Test match for the Springboks, OR Played at least 21 United Rugby Championship matches during your career, OR Formed part of an official United Rugby Championship squad at the time of the appearance.

for an appearance performed for the Springbok team

MATCHES United Rugby Championship:

R4 904 per player per match Currie Cup Premier Division:

R2 944 per player per match

NOTE:

Commercial rights values are based on an

SPRINGBOK MEN’S SEVENS TEAM

approximate reduction of 15% from 2020 levels due to Covid-19 impact.

R19 533 per player

The amount paid to players will be tax

per tournament in the 2021/ 2022 HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series.

deductible by 45%. An IRP5 will be available on the MyPlayers App after payments.

R76 948 per player in the national Springbok Men’s Sevens squad for 6 months or longer

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MYINDUSTRIAL

PLAYERS

SARPA SOUTH AFRICAN RUGBY PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

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WHAT IS SARPA? The South African Rugby Players Association is the official registered trade union of all the professional rugby players in South Africa.

WHAT DOES SARPA DO? SARPA manages all your collective employment matters on your behalf on a provincial and national level.

SARPA ensures that your minimum collective employment matters are formally recorded and agreed to in various collective agreements.

53 YOUR COLLECTIVE EMPLOYMENT MATTERS INCLUDE: Minimum salary Leave days Duties as a player Working hours Disciplinary matters Termination of contract by province or yourself

PROVINCIAL

NATIONAL

SAREO

SA NATIONAL TEAMS

THE SOUTH AFRICAN RUGBY EMPLOYERS’ ORGANISATION Est. 2000

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MYINDUSTRIAL

MEMBERSHIP HOW DO YOU BECOME A MEMBER? To belong to, and be represented by SARPA, you need to sign a MyPlayers membership application form.

WHAT’S YOUR MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP FEE? Once you enter the professional 1

rugby environment, you qualify to R100 R50 R50 become a member.

Senior Junior Senior players players women You will need to sign a MyPlayers 2

and SARPA membership application form during our NOTE: The monthly membership fee will be next visit to your international deducted from your salary by your employer franchise, domestic franchise or after you have signed a membership form. non-franchise.

We will be visiting you during the 3

year with our various roadshows, during which you will have the opportunity to sign up.

THE 2021 SA INDUSTRY COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT (SARICA) As a professional rugby player, you have the same labour rights as any other formally employed person in South Africa. The SARICA could be seen as a document that clearly sets out those rules of engagement. It regulates the terms and conditions of employment applicable to provincial rugby players as well as the relationship between the members of SAREO (employers) and the Players’ Organisation (players).

THREE PROVINCIAL CONTRACT CATEGORIES

51 INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISES Bulls, Cheetahs, Lions, Sharks and Western Province

50: Max professional

contracted players Competitions: United Rugby Championship (URC), Currie Cup Premier Division, Under-21 competitions

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DOMESTIC FRANCHISES Griquas & Pumas 45: Max professional contracted players

NON-FRANCHISES Leopards, Border Bulldogs, SWD Eagles, Griffons, Falcons,

Competitions: Currie Cup Premier Division/ First Division

Boland, and Eastern Province 40: Max professional and semi-professional contracted players Competitions: Currie Cup Premier Division/ First Division

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CATEGORIES FOR PLAYERS PROFESSIONAL PLAYER

SEMI-PROFESSIONAL PLAYER

Can be a professional player in: An International franchise Domestic franchise Non-franchise

Non-franchises only COMPETITIONS: CURRIE CUP FIRST DIVISION Minimum salary: R6 200 per month Minimum term: 8 MONTHS

COMPETITIONS: UNITED RUGBY CURRIE CUP PREMIER CHAMPIONSHIP (URC) DIVISION CURRIE CUP FIRST Minimum salary: DIVISION

MINIMUM SALARIES

R36 155

per month Minimum term: 12 MONTHS

At the start of the 2021/2022 season, minimum salaries remain unchanged from 2021. Inflationary adjustments will be made from 1 November 2021 (applicable to all provincial players, provincial players utilised in the URC, and semi-professional players).

Minimum salary:

R10 950

per month Minimum term: 12 MONTHS

FREE AGENT DEVELOPMENT PLAYER

If your contract includes the terms below, you will be regarded as a

Can be a development player in an International Franchise

free agent. Free agents can be used as: Development player Professional player (only allowed at a domestic franchise and nonfranchise)

COMPETITIONS: RAINBOW CUP/PRO16/URC CURRIE CUP PREMIER DIVISION UNDER-21 COMPETITIONS

IMPLICATIONS FOR A FREE AGENT: No minimum salary or term applicable You can give your employer 14 days notice to terminate your contract

Minimum salary: NOT APPLICABLE, but you will need to have comprehensive medical aid cover Minimum term: NOT APPLICABLE

NATIONAL CONTRACTED PLAYERS Minimum remuneration: Springbok Sevens: R300 136 p.a.

Your contact person is: MANDISI TSHONTI General Manager: Player Affairs

Sevens Academy: R196 574 p.a.

Springbok Women: R174 979 p.a.

* Inflationary increases applicable from 1 January 2022 for Springbok Women, Springbok 7s and Academy.

082 738 1377 mandisi@my-players.com

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AFFAIRS

PLAYER

PLAYER AFFAIRS MYPLAYERS

WHAT DO WE DO? We serve as a link between you and MyPlayers.

We assist you with any day-to-day player-related questions or queries you might have.

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MAIN AREAS WITH WHICH WE CAN ASSIST YOU

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ON-FIELD CITINGS AND DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS

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DOPING LEGAL REPRESENTATION

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PENSION FUND

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AGENTS

MYPLAYERS APP ASSISTANCE

MYPLAYER AFFAIRS

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AGENTS We can advise you on: Agent fees Employment remuneration and related matters Contract terms and conditions We can provide you with the list of registered and accredited agents in South Africa.

If you are unsure about any of the

We can represent you at NO COST during a disciplinary hearing.

For each game, we’ve got some of our best legal representatives on standby for your use in the case of an on-field citing.

It’s part of your membership benefits.

above, you can contact the Player Affairs division.

NOTE: Should you decide to go with your own lawyer, you will have to carry the cost yourself.

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BENEFIT PARTNER DEALS AND OFFERINGS

DOPING LEGAL REPRESENTATION

Send us a message on the MyPlayers App. We can assist and guide you through the process of claiming your discounted deals and offerings.

If you tested positive for banned substances, your employer will notify you about your test results.

You can request legal representation from MyPlayers by asking the Player Affairs division to assist you.

We can assist you with proper legal representation at NO COST as it forms part of your MyPlayers membership benefits.

HOW? MyPlayers App MyPlayerAffairs

Messages

Alternatively, contact Isma-eel Dollie via email or cell phone.

NOTE: Should you decide to go with your own lawyer, you will have to carry the cost yourself.

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COMMERCIAL ASSISTANCE

You can request your latest pension fund statement via the MyPlayers App. Should you want to withdraw from the pension fund, we can assist you with the process.

HOW? MyPlayers App

GAMES AND APPEARANCES Every year, we receive and capture the details of the games and appearances in which you participated and that will qualify for commercial payments.

Use the MyPlayers App to check, confirm or report any missing or incorrect games and appearances.

We will contact you at the appropriate time in the year when you can review your games and

Messages

MyPlayerAffairs Alternatively, contact Isma-eel Dollie via email or cell phone.

57 MYPLAYERS APP ASSISTANCE If you are struggling to get into the MyPlayers App, you are welcome to contact the Player Affairs division for assistance. Also note that this division is always available for players to contact whenever you have any questions or concerns you’d like to discuss.

Your contact person is: ISMA-EEL DOLLIE National Player Relationship Manager In-app messages: MyPlayerAffairs 084 484 4412 ismaeel@my-players.com

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DEVELOPMENT PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PLAYER

MYPLAYERS

PDMs & PLAYERS

LIFE SKILLS & EDUCATION

OUR GOAL To take care of your holistic development as player and to provide you with personal development opportunities that will equip you with the necessary skills and education for life outside of rugby.

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AREAS OF FOCUS

CAREER AND EDUCATION

PERSONAL MASTERY

MENTAL WELL-BEING

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VULNERABILITIES

LIFE SKILLS

MYDEVELOPMENT

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WORKPLACE READINESS Ensure that you are ready to take on any work opportunities during or after your rugby career.

CAREER AND EDUCATION

Career guidance is available to all players, junior as well as senior.

WHAT IS CAREER GUIDANCE? We make use of assessments to explore different career paths for you to pursue.

THE PROCESS: Request a career assessment from your Player Development Manager (PDM).

There are three assessments to be completed on your computer.

No time limit. Approximate time per test = 30 minutes Feedback will be provided

through a one-on-one session

and integrated report.

MYPLAYERS BURSARY PROGRAMME Apply via the MyPlayers App: MyDevelopment > Career and Education. Alternatively, contact Hilana Claassens, your National Player Development Manager: 071 470 4901 or hilana@myplayers.com.

Bursaries are awarded annually, and the application period starts in October.

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WE CAN ASSIST YOU WITH: The drafting of a professional CV The arrangement of an internship programme or job shadowing opportunity

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DID YOU KNOW:

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PERSONAL MASTERY

UNDERSTANDING AND DEVELOPING YOURSELF The focus of these sessions with your PDMs will be to explore: i. Your individual “off-field” needs ii. Holistic development, including: Education Career Rugby Health Well-being Fun Identity

As a MyPlayers member, you also receive exclusive educational membership benefits at a wide range of educational institutions (see page 43).

How to search for jobs Preparation for a job interview

Finance

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MENTAL WELL-BEING

VULNERABILITIES

GROUP AND INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS Your PDMs will have group sessions with you about the day-to-day vulnerabilities you might face. They will also teach you handy life skills to use in your daily life and professional rugby career.

You have access to our 24/7 confidential MyPlayers well-being hotline. This service is provided in partnership with the NorthWest University.

WHAT CAN YOU USE THE HOTLINE FOR? Stress management Dealing with anxiety Dealing with depression Acute stress Relationship counselling

SESSIONS AND TOPICS REGARDING VULNERABILITIES Responsible use of social media Understanding agents and contracts Sexual consent Night-time activities Personal brand vulnerabilities

NOTE: The 24/7 Hotline is completely confidential, and you will be put in contact with a mentalhealth professional in your area who will adhere to the strictest confidentiality principles.

MyPlayers will pay for your first four sessions.

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LIFE SKILLS

SESSIONS AND TOPICS REGARDING LIFE SKILLS Time management Financial sessions Anti-doping Computer skills Public speaking

#MINDOVERMUSCLE

Your contact person is: HILANA CLAASSENS National Player Development Manager/Industrial Psychologist (PS 0141987)

NOTE: Sessions can be expanded to include more topics than those listed.

App messages: MyDevelopment 071 470 4901 hilana@my-players.com

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NUMBERS

PLAYER MEDICAL AID AND GAP COVER

SAVINGS FOR RETIREMENT (THE PLAYERS’ PENSION FUND)

LIFE COVER (‘DEATH BENEFIT’)

INJURY BENEFITS INCLUDING SALARY SECURITY, CATASTROPHIC INJURY BENEFITS

SHORT-TERM INSURANCE SOLUTIONS SPECIALIST TAX AND FINANCIAL ADVISORY PANELS

MEDICAL AID AND GAP COVER OUR PARTNERS

OUR ADVISOR

We have built great partnerships with them for you to join with no underwriting requirements (medical screening) and free concessions (no waiting periods when medical procedures are required).

They can advise you on the different schemes suitable for you: as a professional rugby player AND Tto cover your individual needs KEY POINTS OF MEDICAL AID AND GAP COVER YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT You MUST be on medical aid and 1

gap cover to train/play with your team.

NEED ANY ASSISTANCE ON SCHEMES OR CLAIMS? SIMEKA HEALTH NATALIE DE MINK 063 698 6434 natalie@simekahealth.co.za OR DAVID DE VILLIERS General Manager: Financial Services App message: MyNumbers 082 460 2803 david@my-players.com

You must UNDERSTAND your medical aid benefits before you train/play.

It’s your and your employer’s 3

responsibility to ensure that you always have medical aid cover.

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MYNUMBERS

PLAYERS’ PENSION FUND

INJURY BENEFITS AND LIFE COVER

SAVING FOR RETIREMENT The Players’ Pension Fund is a monthly savings tool for you to ensure that you grow an asset until you reach retirement age.

Report every injury, accident or diagnosis to your employer’s medical team as soon as possible.

GENERAL INJURY BENEFIT Covers you if you are unable to play due to an injury, illness or accident The injury benefit provides salary continuation for 18 to 24 months while injured, from date of the incident.

Maximum cover: R5 million.

This benefit is FREE for MyPlayers members. Exclusions may apply, e.g. the chronic and degenerative effects of old injuries.

During the time that you are out of action, we ensure that you still get paid your normal monthly salary.

MINIMUM CONTRIBUTION: 15% OF YOUR SALARY All players earning more than R83 100* annually contribute to the Players’ Pension Fund.

* WHAT IF I EARN LESS? It’s your own choice to contribute or not, BUT we strongly encourage you to contribute.

ADVANTAGES OF CONTRIBUTING Effective and cost-effective way to prepare you for when you reach retirement age Start contributing from a young age = better results!

You get tax benefits on your contributions.

Each year, MyPlayers appoints an independent investment specialist to do a cost and performance review of the Players’ Pension Fund to ensure

CATASTROPHIC INJURY BENEFIT This benefit is payable when you can’t continue to play and are incapable of fulfilling any other occupation due to an injury, illness or accident.

The benefit will be calculated as 3 x your annual salary. This amount will be limited to a maximum of R6 million but will not be less than R1 million.

that you are getting the best possible return on your investment.

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SHORT-TERM INSURANCE

LIFE COVER (‘DEATH BENEFIT’)

WHAT IS SHORT-TERM INSURANCE? It’s insurance to protect you from financial loss linked to your valuable belongings or assets in case of: Burglary or theft Damage or accidents Natural disasters

Brought to you by FUNDSATWORK UMBRELLA FUNDS from CARING FOR YOUR LOVED ONES WHEN YOU NO LONGER CAN The MyPlayers Death Benefit was added to your membership benefits portfolio in 2020. Every member of The Players’ Pension Fund will receive the peace of mind of knowing that a Death Benefit will provide for your elected beneficiaries in the event of your death.

BELONGINGS THAT YOU CAN INSURE INCLUDE: HOME CONTENT: TVs, refrigerators, training equipment, etc.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS: Cell phones, rings, watches, etc.

VEHICLES: Cars, motorcycles, etc.

COMPULSORY COVER Your compulsory lump sum death benefit: R150 000 will be paid to your loved ones if you pass away.

This amount is added to your Pension Fund savings as a booster to assist your dependants.

Monthly premium: This R18 premium is tax deductible and forms part of your current pension fund contribution.

No underwriting is needed.

OUR PARTNER: ADVANTAGES OF INSURING WITH SANTAM Santam provides specialist advice when obtaining a quote.

You can receive assistance via a dedicated MyPlayers Call Centre.

You have access to a 24/7 claims and

emergency helpline.

EXTRA VOLUNTARY COVER Annually - on 1 March or in the case of a ‘life-changing event’ - you may select this benefit or choose to increase your death benefit amount at an extra cost.

You can increase your cover in bands of R500 000.

Your monthly premium increases by R75 for every R500 000.

Secure up to a maximum of R4 million paid out for a premium of R600 pm.

No underwriting is required* for cover of R2 million or less.

*Terms and conditions apply.

Receive additional services such as: Roadside assistance Medical and trauma assistance Legal assistance WANT TO SPEAK TO A SANTAM CONSULTANT TO GET A QUOTE TODAY? 1. Call 021 944 7179 2. Press # 3. Reference: MyPlayers ALTERNATIVELY, send them an email at myplayers@santam.co.za

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FINANCIAL AND TAX ADVISORY PANELS For more details and contact information, visit the MyPlayers website at: https://myplayers.co.za/ myplayers-financial/

Professional athletes are often so consumed by their immediate environment, earnings and goals that other critical aspects of their private lives get pushed back on the list of priorities.

Financial literacy and planning fall in this neglected category. MyPlayers decided to close this gap by creating a Financial and a Tax Advisory Panel consisting of experts in each field from 11 established and respected financial and auditing services companies.

THE FINANCIAL ADVISORY PANEL This is your ‘gateway’ to appoint your own wealth expert of choice, who will assist you with financial advice, analysing your financial needs and helping you prepare your future “balance sheet” for the day when you retire from professional rugby.

THE TAX ADVISORY PANEL The tax advisory panel can assist you with the daunting and complex task of business structuring / advice and taxation matters. Whether playing rugby in South Africa, touring overseas or earning additional income from a business, this independent expert panel will assist you and be your guide to optimising your

Your contact person is: DAVID DE VILLIERS General Manager: Financial Services App messages: MyNumbers 082 460 2803 david@my-players.com

business and compliance matters.

The MyPlayers Financial Services division is an authorized financial services provider registered with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSP46999).

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PLAYER

COMMUNICATIONS

OUR DUTIES ARE:

To ensure two-way and effective communication between MyPlayers and the group of players To ensure effective communication with external stakeholders, the general public and media

WE COMMUNICATE THROUGH

EMAILS

SOCIAL MEDIA

THE MYPLAYERS APP

OTHER IN-HOUSE PUBLICATIONS

NEWSLETTERS

CONTENT PARTNERS

SOCIAL MEDIA Give us a follow and get the conversation started: @myplayersrugby @MyPlayersRugby MyPlayers Rugby MyPlayers Rugby Our hashtags: #OurGameOurFuture #MyPlayers

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THE PLAYERS’ MAGAZINE

YOUR PROVINCIAL REPRESENTATIVES

THE PLAYER AFFAIRS DIVISION

THE MYPLAYERS APP THIS IS OUR MAIN COMMUNICATION CHANNEL WITH YOU The MyPlayers App is a comprehensive communication and player-profile tool designed to connect you with every division and service available to you within the Players’ Organisation. We are continuously adding new features and tools to the app to increase its usefulness to you, the player.

When registering on the app, you will be asked to complete certain sets of information. Once your information is up to date, a green status bar will appear at the bottom of the Home screen. Failure to complete all the relevant fields in your player profile could affect the timely and accurate payment of your commercial rights distributions.

WHAT CAN YOU DO ON THE APP? Check and confirm your matches and appearances for commercial payments Email your IRP5 to yourself Request a pension fund statement or withdrawal form Request career guidance if you are unsure about what to study Send direct messages for assistance to the MyPlayers Team Receive messages and notifications from MyPlayers Keep your personal profile up to date Receive more info about our benefit partner deals Access publications and general documents Apply to the MyPlayers Bursary Programme ... and much more!

STRUGGLING TO GET ONTO THE APP? Call the MyPlayers Communications Manager for assistance.

You also have access to the MyPlayers App for desktop or tablet viewing via our website: www.myplayers.co.za (topright corner).

Your contact person is: MARCO BOTHA MyPlayers Communications Manager

SEARCH AND DOWNLOAD THE MYPLAYERS APP: MYPLAYERS RUGBY AVAILABLE FOR ANDROID AND IOS

App messages: MyComms 082 447 6299 marco@my-players.com

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BENEFITS

PLAYER

We have negotiated superb group discounts and service offerings from some of South Africa’s most reputable brands for you, your partner and your entire family.

GENERAL BENEFITS

Receive 20% discount when you purchase their recovery products online.

How to claim this benefit: Use our promo code (MyPlayers) at their online checkout.

Receive 45% in-store discount on all Puma clothing and shoes.

How to claim this deal: Identify yourself as a MyPlayers member by showing your ID or driver’s licence at the Puma pay point. If your name is not on the players’ list, please send a message to the MyBenefits division on the app.

FREE chauffeur services in the comfort of your own car after a night out.

How to claim this deal: Send a message to the MyBenefits division on the app and they will send you a unique URL link, which you must use for registration to activate the benefit and to use the GoodFellas app.

Exclusive friends and family offer.

What does this entail? A room at any Garden Court Hotel from only R1 100 per night including breakfast for two.

How to make a booking: Send an email with “MyPlayers” in the subject line to Ofentse Rapoo of the Tsogo Sun team: ofentse.rapoo@tsogosun.com or call her on 011 510 7837.

Receive 50% discount on your valet parking, only at Cape Town International Airport.

How to claim this benefit: Identify yourself as a MyPlayers/SARPA member when arriving at Automotion.

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Receive 40% discount on golf equipment and a free club-fitting session.

How to claim this deal: Call Gys van Zyl on +27 83 678 6512 or email him at gys.vanzyl@puma.com.

Identify yourself as a MyPlayers member.

Receive 15% discount on your next move.

How to claim this deal: Send an email request to the directors of Stuttaford Van Lines on rugby@stuttafordvanlines.com.

NOTE: Discount may be adjustable on discretionary basis.

60 minutes’ free legal consultation per year, thereafter services provided are at a discounted rate.

How to claim this benefit: Send a message to the MyBenefits division on our app and our legal department will put you in touch with a contact person at CDH.

Receive FREE membership of the Multiply rewards programme.

How to claim this benefit: Send a message to the MyPlayersAffairs division via the app for an application form. Once a member, you can liaise with Multiply directly on 0861 866 600 or multiply@momentum.co.za.

Receive discounted rates for car rental services, free kilometres, and Super Waiver cover.

NOTE: Review the relevant rates and deals by

OTHER PARTNERS

viewing the PDF document linked to Hertz on the MyPlayers app (MyBenefits tab).

How to claim these benefits: Get a quote or make a booking: Dial their call centre on 021 935 4800 and select Option 1.

Official supplier of mouthguards to MyPlayers members

Alternatively, email Hertz at res@hertz.co.za.

Submit our CPD number, 891675, to their reservation department in order to receive a quotation. If you accept and go ahead with the quote, the reservation department will proceed to complete your booking with your special membership benefits.

Official logistics partner to MyPlayers

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EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS Official fashion partner to MyPlayers Exclusive to Studio 15 in South Africa, this high-fashion menswear brand is inspired by one of rugby’s first superstars.

Designed in Paris, and unmistakably French, the collection references Les Blues and the iconic fullback’s jersey.

DEAL: 20% discount offered on Serge Blanco apparel for all MyPlayers members. Ask Isma-eel Dollie for your exclusive discount voucher to be applied when shopping on studio15.store.

25% off all online short courses, and 12.5% off full qualifications for MyPlayers members.

How to claim this deal: Contact Milpark directly on 086 999 0001, or get in touch with Hilana Claassens, MyPlayers’ Player Development Manager, for assistance at hilana@my-players.com or 071 470 4901.

Members of MyPlayers get a 50% discount on all merchandise purchased from the bananaskinZ online store.

The discount code to be applied is MPBS50.

The current agreement ends on 31 March 2022.

Visit http://www/bananaskinz.co.za/ and start shopping.

10% discount on the tuition fees of formal qualification courses, excluding the registration fee payable to Red & Yellow by the member of MyPlayers. The discount will continue to apply in each further year of your enrollment even if you cease to be a member of MyPlayers after the first year of the programme.

10% discount on the tuition fees for online courses, excluding the applicable

Your contact person for General Benefits is: ISMA-EEL DOLLIE National Player Relationship Manager

registration fee payable to Red & Yellow by the member.

How to claim this deal: Contact Hilana Claassens on hilana@my-players.com or 071 470 4901.

App messages: MyPlayerAffairs 084 484 4412 ismaeel@my-players.com

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EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS

20% off course fees Start your new business or take your existing business back to the drawing board with the UFS Business School’s New Venture Creation Programme (reduced tuition fees for members of MyPlayers).

How to claim this deal: Reach out to Werner Schmidt at schmidtwh@ufs.ac.za or 064 141 4341 for application, registration and payment administration. Or visit the New Venture Creation landing page on the MyPlayers website (click on the UFS logo under Benefit Partners).

20% off full qualifications

GetSmarter is offering all our members a 15% discount on all their University of Cape Town (UCT) online short courses.

How to claim this deal: Reach out to Hilana Claassens, or your local PDM, to secure your promotional discount today. You will apply this discount code when you register for your course.

Your contact person for Educational Benefits is: HILANA CLAASSENS National Player Development Manager/Industrial Psychologist (PS 0141987) App messages: MyDevelopment 071 470 4901 hilana@my-players.com

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PLAYERS’ CHARITY WHAT IS THE PLAYERS’ CHARITY? The players identified the need to establish their own registered public benefit organisation. The Players’ Charity makes funding available for charitable causes on an annual basis. MyPlayers manages the Players’ Charity on behalf of the professional rugby players to ensure that the funds are donated in line with their mandate. The charity is also governed by the Public Benefit Organisations Act.

ACTIVATIONS IN 2021 MYPLAYERS IQHAWE WEEK BURSARIES

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Siseko Mani, the 2019 MyPlayers iQhawe Week Bursary recipient, was selected for the Sharks Under-18 Academy side in 2021.

He formerly attended Ntsonkotha High School (Border). After being awarded the bursary, Siseko moved to Durban High School, where he has excelled as a rugby player and student.

R20 000 The Players’ Charity awarded Gershwone Smit R20 000 as part of this bursary programme, in partnership with the SA Rugby Legends Association (SARLA).

Image: @howardcleland_rugbypics

CHRIS BURGER PETRO JACKSON PLAYERS’ FUND

R140 000

The Chris Burger Petro Jackson Players’ Fund is a non-profit organisation.

As the official charity of the Springboks, the players decided to donate R140 000 in 2021 to assist seriously injured players in South Africa.

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R30 000 CHARITABLE DONATIONS MADE AS PART OF THE BRIGHTROCK PLAYERS CHOICE AWARDS 2020

FORWARD OF THE YEAR Duane Vermeulen

BACKLINE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Wandisile Simelane

DEFENDER OF THE YEAR Lukhanyo Am

CHRIS BURGER PETRO JACKSON PLAYERS’ FUND

Charity:

Charity:

#LOVECHANGE MOST IMPROVED PLAYER Vincent Tshituka

BEST OFF THE BENCH Morné van den Berg

PLAYERS’ PLAYER OF THE YEAR Duane Vermeulen

Charity:

IKHOLWA: HOPE FOR OUR CHILDREN

R5 000 Charity:

R5 000

DOOR OF HOPE

R5 000 TBD

R5 000 Charity:

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R5 000 TBD

R5 000 Charity:

CHRIS BURGER PETRO JACKSON PLAYERS’ FUND

2021 WINNERS AND NOMINEES

DEFENDER OF THE YEAR

BEST OFF THE BENCH

Lukhanyo Am

Trevor Nyakane

Other nominees:

Other nominees:

Other nominees:

Marco van Staden

Malcolm Marx

Franco Mostert

Ruan Nortjé

Vincent Koch

Evan Roos

Branco du Preez

Grant Williams

Eben Etzebeth

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FORWARD PLAYER OF THE YEAR Siya Kolisi

BACKLINE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

#LOVECHANGE MOST IMPROVED PLAYER OF THE YEAR:

FANS’ CHOICE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Other nominees:

Other nominees:

Other nominees:

Selvyn Davids

Jaden Hendrikse

Babalwa Latsha

Edwill van der Merwe

Evan Roos

Morné Steyn

Eduan Keyter

Jasper Wiese

Damian Willemse

Damian de Allende

Lusanda Dumke

PLAYERS’ PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Cheslin Kolbe

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Duane Vermeulen

Other nominees: Siya Kolisi, Damian de Allende, Franco Mostert, Eben Etzebeth, Lukhanyo Am

CONTACT +27 (0)66 307 5474 info@my-player.com WORKING HOURS Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00 LOCATION Ground Floor, Table Bay Building Tygerberg Office Park 163 Uys Krige Drive Plattekloof Cape Town South Africa

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