One of South Africa's most reliable playmakers, Jacque-Louis Potgieter was a key part of the successful Free State Cheetahs side which made it all the way to the 2009 Currie Cup final.
Born and raised in Pretoria, Potgieter began his career at the Bulls before moving across to Bloemfontein and establishing himself in Naka Drotske's side.
His fantastic performances for the Cheetahs prompted the Bulls to resign him ahead of the 2010 Super 14.
Comfortable playing at flyhalf, centre or fullback, Potgieter's versatility has made him a fantastic asset to any squad. Coupling that with a reliable kicking boot and a great calmness under pressure, he was unlucky to miss out on a spot on the Springboks 2009 end of year tour.
After a frustrating 2010 at the Bulls the Sharks pounced to sign Potgieter - moving him to Durban ahead of the new Super Rugby season. Highly rated by coach John Plumtree, Potgieter is expected to play a big role for the Sharks in 2011.
Date of Birth: 24 April 1984
Position: Flyhalf/centre
Height: 1,78m
Weight: 92kg
Currently contracted to: Bayonne
Experienced flyhalf Conrad Barnard has enjoyed an impressive professional career to date and is currently part of, newly promoted Top 14 side, Agen's squad.
Although he was born in Port Elizabeth, Barnard made a name for himself as a top flight player with Free State, Griquas and the Sharks.
The former Cheetahs pivot started his career in 1998, in the Free State U21 side, and enjoyed five strong seasons with the Union before he eventually made his move. Joining the Sharks, Barnard got his first taste of Super rugby in 2005.
In 2006 the points machine traded Durban for Kimberley and join Griquas - establishing himself as a key member of Dawie Theron's team over the course of three seasons.
Having once again tasted Super rugby with the Cheetahs in 2008 Barnard decided the time was right for him to make the move overseas. Then 29, Barnard joined Toulon in 2009 before, in March of 2010, he signed for Agen.
Date of Birth: 27/07/79
Position: Flyhalf, Fullback
Height: 1.81m
Weight: 90kg
Currently contracted to: Agen
Perhaps one of South Africa’s most underappreciated gems, flyhalf Naas Olivier has firmly established himself as the commander-and-chief of the Griquas backline in recent seasons.
Olivier, now 28 years old, started his career with the Leopards before being snapped up by Western Province in 2006. After a couple of seasons of playing only a fringe role for Province and the Stormers Oliver made a move to Kimberley, joining Dawie Theron's squad ahead of the 2009 Currie Cup.
Orchestrated by Olivier, the Griquas enjoyed a fantastic 2009 Provincial season, only narrowly missing out on a spot in the semifinals.
A recognised points machine, with a great range of passing as well, Olivier was the first-choice for the Cheetahs in the 2010 Super 14 and is expected to play a pivotal roll for Naka Drotske's side in the 2011 Super Rugby season as well.
Date of Birth: 10/03/82
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.80m
Weight: 85kg
Currently contracted to: Aironi
In 2008 Francis was named the Vodacom Cup player of the year, and the following year he was part of the hugely successful Blue Bulls squad that won both the Super 14 and Currie Cup trophies that year.
Francis joined the Golden Lions in 2009 after his successful stint with the Blue Bulls, and although he was ruled out of the Super 14 in 2010 due to injury, he played exceptionally well in the 2010 ABSA Currie Cup.
Francis is relatively tall for a flyhalf, but has a big boot and sound goal- kicking abilities. Although he may be just 24 years of age, Francis plays with a maturity beyond his years.
Date of Birth: 02/01/1987
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1,84m
Weight: 85kg
Currently contracted to: Unattached
After a brief stint with Racing Metro in France, Catrakilis returned to South Africa, and had an outstanding 2011 Varsity Cup campaign with UCT. On his way to helping UCT clinch the Varsity Cup title, he became the top points scorer in the competition, with a personal tally of 136 points.
It wasn't long before he caught the eye of Western Province coach Alistair Coetzee who was quick to bring him into the WP fold, and has nothing but praise for the young flyhalf.
Catrakilis has a unique awareness for the space around him and exploiting the space behind opposition with WP coach Coetzee saying, "That awareness is not something that is easily coached, you either have it or you don't."
Date of Birth: 06/07/1989
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.76m
Weight: 82kg
Currently contracted to: Western Province
Springbok back Earl Rose is one of the country's most naturally talented players. Comfortable at either flyhalf or fullback, the playmaker first made a name for himself as an age-group star for Western Province and South Africa.
Rose started his career with Western Province in 2002, while still at school, and played for his home province in both the Currie Cup and the Vodacom Cup. In 2006 he was offered a move to the Lions and, moving to Jo'burg, got his first taste of Super Rugby that season.
An exciting talent with ball in hand, Rose has also represented his country at Sevens and featured for the Emerging Springboks.
In 2008 Rose was selected as part of the Springbok touring party. In 2009 he again toured with the national side and was a part of the squad which was victorious over the British and Irish Lions.
Injury hampered his progress in 2010 and led to him fallening out of the Lions squad. Joining World Artists, Rose then agreed a move to Griquas for the new season, starting November 1st. Moving to Cheetahs country, the influential flyhalf could be a part of Naka Drotske's side in the 2011 and will continue his career with Dawie Theron in Kimberley for the Currie Cup season.
Date of Birth: 12/01/84
Position: Flyhalf, Fullback
Height: 1.80m
Weight: 86kg
Currently contracted to: Unattached
Watts began his career at Maties where he won the National Club player of the year in 2007.
A talented flyhalf who boasts an all-round skill set, Watts has spent most of his career at Boland and was instrumental in Boland's Currie Cup First Division win in 2011. That year he was also included in the Stormers squad for their Super Rugby campaign.
Watts has matured into a fine flyhalf, and his great vision and exceptional kicking, enables him to control a game with ease.
Date of Birth: 24/09/85
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 181cm
Weight: 87kg
Currently contracted to: Boland
Dumond started his career playing for Natal Sharks in youth competitions and had short spells with the Leopards and Western Province during the 2004 Vodacom Cup.
He then moved to Europe where he played rugby for Overmach Parma in Italy in 2004-05; then moved to France for spells at Aurillac in 2005–06 and Racing Métro 92 in 2006–07, where he gained invaluable experience.
In 2008, Dumond returned to the Sharks and was an integral member of their 2009 and 2010 Super 14 campaigns.
In 2010, the talented flyhalf joined the Eastern Province Kings on loan during their title-winning 2010 Currie Cup First Division season, finishing as their top points scorer.
Dumond continues to ply his trade at the Eastern Cape franchise where his experience and accurate kicking boot make him a valuable asset.
Date of Birth: 20/08/1982
Position: Flyhalf/centre
Height: 1,81m
Weight: 93kg
Currently contracted to: EP Kings
A talented flyhalf with an abundance of pace and superb vision, Van Wyk possesses all the attributes of a modern-day, attacking flyhalf.
Van Wyk began his career at Western Province and represented them throughout age- group level. After a short stint with Griquas, he moved to the Pumas where his game-breaking ability and all-round decision making, have made him indispensable to the team.
Date of Birth: 08/01/1988
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.84m
Weight: 85kg
Currently contracted to: Pumas
Former Lions flyhalf Louis Strydom moved to the Cheetahs in 2009 after a short stint at Bayonne in France.
An experienced playmaker and very good goal kicker Louis made his debut in professional rugby in 2001, playing for the Griffons in the Currie Cup. He spent three years at the Griffons before moving on to the Bulls and then later the Valke. After some good performances at the Valke he was pulled into the Lions Super Rugby team.
Date of Birth: 21/10/1980
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.77m
Weight: 84kg
Currently contracted to: Eastern Province
A former English Schools representative, Fenner turned professional in 2008 with the Bedford Blues (UK).
In 2010, the impressive flyhalf opted to further his rugby career in New Zealand, and signed for Auckland. After just 5 months, Fenner was offered a contract to play for the EP Kings in the Currie Cup First Division in South Africa. A superb runner with an astute ability to read the game, Fenner was instrumental in helping the EP Kings win the 2010 Currie Cup First Division.
In 2011, Fenner signed for Otago on a 2 year contract. Fenner also spent four months on loan to Italian club Modena during the off season in New Zealand.
Date of Birth: 12/12/89
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.82m
Weight: 90kg
Currently contracted to: Auckland
Flyhalf Wesley Dunlop is a very highly rated playmaker of whom much is expected in the future. Currently the captain of University of Pretoria's Varsity Cup side, Dunlop led his previous team, College Rovers, to Club Champs glory in 2010.
School at Grey High School, Dunlop started his career in the Eastern Cape, playing for his regional Under-19 side and representing Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University.
Dunlop, known as an attacking No.10 who enjoys a running game, moved to Durban in 2007. Enrolled at the Sharks Academy, he gained experienced in both the Under- 21 and Sharks XV sides.
In 2010 Dunlop enjoyed a fantastic season with the College Rovers, culminating in the club winning their first ever Club Nationals trophy.
Dunlop currently represents TUKS and will be a key player for them in the 2011 Varsity Cup competition. A natural leader, the playmaker has been handed the captaincy for the upcoming tournament and is expected to lead the way for this new exciting TUKS outfit.
Date of Birth: 12/05/87
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.85m
Weight: 92kg
Currently contracted to: Blue Bulls
A native from Karasburg in Namibia and former student at Upington High School, Kotze was lured to the Pukke by the NWU-Puk’s head coach, Hannes Esterhuizen, after Kotzé made a huge impression on him during the 2005 Craven Week when he played for Griquas.
Kotze went on to represent the Leopards at age-group level before making his Currie Cup debut in 2010.
After a successful 2010/11 season, Kotze was selected to represent the Namibian national side at the 2011 IRB Rugby World Cup. Kotze had a superb tournament, making a strong statement in the opening game against Fiji where he scored 15 points, including 3 drop goals in the space of 4 minutes.
A talented flyhalf with a wonderful ability to control the game, Kotze has proven he is capable of playing at the highest levels.
Date of Birth: 16/07/1987
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1,81m
Weight: 90kg
Currently contracted to: UJ
Media: Kotze pulls the strings
Young flyhalf Len Olivier started his career in Pretoria before, in 2007, he moved to the Valke.
A talented playmaker, Olivier represented the Bulls at age-group level, proving himself to be a great talent, but then moved out of the Bull ring in search of regular first team action.
Two strong seasons at the Valke then saw Olivier attract the attention of the Sharks. In 2009 he joined John Plumtree's squad and played both Currie Cup and Vodacom Cup rugby for the Durban-based region.
Olivier then moved to Montauban, in France, but had his time there cur short due to financial issues at the club. Dropped two divisions and forced into a player exodus, Olivier's Montauban deal was cut short. July 1st 2011 will however see Olivier return to France in order to take up a place in the Oyonnax squad. The former Valke No.10 is expected to prove a great bit of business for the ambitious French side and, by joining Oyonnax, Olivier will be teamming up with another World Artists export, prop forward Jan Volschenk.
Date of Birth: 19/01/86
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.80m
Weight: 86kg
Currently contracted to: Oyonnax
Former Leopards flyhalf Danie De Beer moved to France in 2007, joining Grenoble, and is currently contracted to ProD2 club Aix-en-Provence.
The experienced playmaker made his debut in professional rugby in 2001, playing for the Leopards in the Currie Cup and the Vodacom Cup. He subsequently enjoyed three seasons in Currie Cup rugby, for the Leopards, Eagles and Griquas, before moving to France.
Date of Birth: 07/12/78
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.81m
Weight: 94kg
Currently contracted to: Aix-en-Provence
A Springbok star at age-group level and a member of Pieter de Villiers' first ever national training squad in 2008, Dollie is a fine talent with a great instinct for the game.
Dollie began his career at Western Province, where he gained invaluable experience playing Super Rugby for the Stormers, and eventually going on to represent the Emerging Springboks at the IRB Nations Cup.
His travels abroad included a stint at the Brumbies in Australia and more recently the Mitsubishi Dyna Boars in Japan, before he returned to aid Western Province in their 2011 Currie Cup campaign.
His experiece gained abroad, coupled with his superb natural talent, make Dollie a valuable asset to any team.
Date of Birth: 06/03/85Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.74m
Weight: 82kg
Currently contracted to: Unattached
One of South Africa's most naturally gifted players, young flyhalf Jody Rose has the ability to turn games around with clever skill and great game sense.
A Springbok star at age-group level, Rose moved to Johannesburg at the end of the 2005 season having represented Western Province at both Under-19 and Under-21 level.
After a disappointing spell with the Lions Rose decided to move back to his home province, signing for the University of Stellenbosch in 2011. A natural playmaker, Rose will play a key role for Maties in the 2011 Varsity Cup.
Date of Birth: 13/07/87
Position: Flyhalf
Height: 1.78m
Weight: 81kg
Currently contracted to: Unattached
