Former Springbok coach Jake White – on RugbyXV.co.za – answers readers bets questions on Frans Steyn and Juan Smith.
Q: Having coached Francois Steyn, and no doubt having kept an eye on his performances for Grey College, do you believe he deserves another chance at flyhalf next year?
Nothing like game-time to help a player settle in a position (he no doubt would have benefited playing in the inside backs at Racing).
Do you believe this would be the best option for the Springboks next year, and what strengths do you think Steyn would bring to the position?
A: When I watched Frans at Grey he played 12 and 15, which I think are his two best positions by far.
Playing at flyhalf restricts him a bit, as you have to merely be a link at times, while Frans likes to run and test defences.
He helps out at flyhalf at Racing at times, but he’s essentially a 12 and 15.
With Jean de Villiers, the Boks are spoilt for choice at inside centre, which is why he’s been moved to fullback.
To read White’s input on a head coach’s role and possible replacement for Juan Smith, click here.
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