Peter de Villiers says racial quotas are ‘waste of time’. Photo: EMPICS
The first black coach of the Springboks says the South African Rugby Union is “wasting its time” by introducing a new racial quota system.
From next year teams playing in the Vodacom Cup – the professional third tier of competition in South Africa behind the Currie Cup and Super Rugby – will have to field seven non-white players in their 22-man squads.
But Peter de Villiers, who was head coach of the Springboks between 2008 and 2011, is against the idea and says it will not help to produce elite players.
“I don’t think the SARU understands its purpose in life.
“Everybody will believe that these players will be picked because people are looking out for them.”
In a statement, Saru president Oregan Hoskins said the aim was to provide opportunities for young emerging players, particularly black players.
He added: “The intended outcome is an increased pool of black talent from which Currie Cup and Super Rugby coaches can select and – in due course – more options for the Springbok coach.” – BBC Sport
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