Heyneke Meyer takes on new role with MLR team

Former Springbok Head Coach Heyneke Meyer will take on the Director of Rugby role with MLR team, the Houston SaberCats. 

Meyer enjoyed great success coaching domestically in South Africa and, under his guidance, the Springboks finished third in the 2015 World Cup. 

"This is a very important time for the SaberCats organization. I am fully committed to turning this team into one that wins on a regular basis and brings a championship to all the dedicated fans of Houston," said Meyer.  

"The SaberCats have the best facilities in the country, and I am excited to get to work." 

“Heyneke has a pattern of winning, and that’s what we want with the SaberCats,” said JT Onyett, SaberCats president.  

“The interest in this job was very strong, but Heyneke stood out from the beginning. Not only does he bring instant credibility with his background, he presented a clear path for the future.”