UPDATE: VOTING HAS ENDED AS OF 9PM ON 18 APRIL.
With the Varsity Cup final upon us it's time that we focus the spotlight on the players who raised their hand and impressed with their debut performances. As the breeding ground for future rugby stars the tournament once again showcased the raw talent and determination of young players eager to make their mark. The prestigious Suzuki Rookie of the Year accolade will once again honour the most promising debut player of Varsity Cup 2024, recognizing their exceptional skill, dedication and potential to become a future rugby sensation.
To qualify as a rookie, a player must have made his debut in 2024 and not taken the field previously in a Varsity Cup game. The coaches of all the Cup teams were asked to nominate outstanding players who made their debut this season and the three players with the most nominations are now being put to a public vote.
Here are the three players who received the most nominations from the coaches for the Suzuki Rookie of Varsity Cup 2024. Voting is now open to the public.
Vote below for the player you think is the most deserving of this year's Suzuki Rookie Of The Year award.
UPDATE: VOTING HAS ENDED AND SCREENSHOTS OF THE RESULTS TAKEN AT 9PM ON 18 APRIL WILL BE USED TO DECLARE A WINNER.
Suzuki Rookie of Varsity Cup 2024
- Matome Manyama (NWU)
- Paschal Ekeji (Maties)
- Likhona Finca (UJ)
You can cast your vote from Tuesday, 16 April until Thursday 18 April at 9pm. The winner will be the player with the most votes at the deadline and will be announced after the FNB Varsity Cup final on the 22 April.
The winner will receive R4 000 from Suzuki.
