Five Unbeatable Moments Behind The Rise Of The Springbok Women -

Fresh from their victory over Fiji, proud partner of the South African Rugby Union, OMO shines a light on the defining moments behind the Springbok Women’s rise – and the resilience that continues to shape the future of women’s rugby.

Fresh from an impressive victory over Fiji, the Springbok Women continue to demonstrate why they have become one of South African sport’s most inspiring stories of resilience. The result marks another important milestone in the team’s remarkable rise, reflecting the momentum behind a squad that has grown from amateur beginnings into a genuine force in the international game.

As South Africa marks Women’s Month, OMO, proud partner of the South African Rugby Union, celebrates a team whose journey continues to inspire and break new ground in every sphere of society.

The Springbok Women’s transformation into an international rugby force is defined by five key moments: transitioning from self-funded, amateur beginnings in 2004 to a fully professional squad; reaching their first-ever Rugby World Cup knockout stage in 2025; dramatically expanding their fan base with broadcast consumption soaring by 673%; establishing U16 and U18 Elite Player Development Camps to build a sustainable pipeline for future generations; and embodying OMO’s “Stay Unbeatable” philosophy through sustained resilience and perseverance on and off the field.

Springbok Women captain Babalwa Latsha says today’s success belongs just as much to the women who came before them as those who wear the jersey today.

“The women who wore this jersey before us laid the foundation without the recognition, support or opportunities we enjoy today. We stand on their shoulders every time we pull on the green and gold. It’s incredibly exciting to see the momentum behind women’s rugby continue to grow, but our job isn’t finished. To every young girl watching us: don’t be afraid to get muddy, don’t be afraid to work hard, and never be afraid to step onto the field and claim your space. That’s how the next chapter of South African rugby will be written.

The Springbok Women’s remarkable rise is still being written. With every Test match, every young player inspired and every barrier broken, they continue to shape the future of women’s rugby in South Africa. Their story is a reminder that staying unbeatable isn’t defined by a single result, but by the courage to keep moving forward.