By Emma Chesworth of Laureus
On the spot at the Rugby World Cup Read more
If there is one lasting memory of this year’s Rugby World Cup, it is how sport really can bring joy to people after they have suffered terrible pain.
This was the case for an entire nation following the All Blacks’ victory over France at the World Cup Final, but it is also the case for a remarkably talented young rugby coach from Soweto in South Africa.
The name of this young coach is Bongiwe Nhleko, or ‘Bongi’ to her friends.
Bongi (top row, centre)
For Bongi, following a difficult childhood that included both hardship and tragedy, rugby has offered her chances in life she might never have imagined possible. Read more
BY SEAN FITZPATRICK
Laureus Academy Member and legendary All Blacks captain
Auckland was a very special place to be on Sunday as we celebrated the crowning of the new world champions New Zealand, after the 8-7 win over France.
After 24 years, the All Blacks have their second World Cup (copyright Getty Images)
By Emma Chesworth of Laureus
On the spot at the Rugby World Cup final in New Zealand
By Emma Chesworth of Laureus
On the spot in New Zealand for the Rugby World Cup
