2014 SUPER RUGBY MEDIA GUIDE LIONS 292 WILLIE WEPENER Position: Hooker Physical: 179cm/112kg Date of Birth: 2 April 1981 Place of Birth: Newcastle, RSA Super Rugby Caps: 63 Super Rugby Points: 10 Super Rugby Debut: Round 13, 2006 vs Blues, Johannesburg Test Caps: 0 Test Points: 0 Test Debut – Skilful, practiced and ever-reliable, Willie Wepener returns to the Lions after time spent with provincial neighbours, the Bulls. Having accumulated 63 Super Rugby caps playing top-flight rugby for over a decade, the veteran hooker will provide welcome experience in the front row. Known for his mobility and immense work rate, Wepener represented Clermont during a French spell in 2009-10 and has played for numerous domestic clubs including the Leopards, Griquas, Cats, Golden Lions and Blue Bulls. WARREN WHITELEY Position: No. 8 Physical: 193cm/105kg Date of Birth: 18 September 1987 Place of Birth: Durban, RSA Super Rugby Caps: 23 Super Rugby Points: 15 Super Rugby Debut: Round 1, 2011 vs Bulls, Johannesburg Test Caps: 0 Test Points: 0 Test Debut – Warren Whiteley will look to lead by example as he captains the Lions in 2014. The talented No. 8 made his Super Rugby debut in 2011, playing in every game of the tournament. His physicality and strong presence with ball in hand sets him apart from his peers. Whiteley has international experience after representing the South Africa Sevens during the 2012-13 season. He also had stints at the Natal Sharks (2008-09) and the Mighty Elephants (2009).
2014 Super Rugby Media Guide
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