The main centre pairing for the Stormers have heaps of experience, but thereafter it wears a bit thin pretty quickly.

De Villiers and De Jongh bring with them all the experience required for the Super 15, and of their ability, there is no doubt.  Du Plessis is an unknown factor, and after that, well, you decide. Again, plenty of youth, and lets hope that they rise to the occasion.

Marcel Girard Brache

HEIGHT 190cm

WEIGHT 88 Kg

BIRTH DATE 15 October 1987 – Age 23

DHL Western Province – 2010

Centre

2 years ago Brache was social club rugby for the Ikey Tornado’s, now he is the Stormers squad. Good feet, and good acceleration means he can play centre, back or wing, all though his speed, or lack there of, means he probably wont be utilised on the wing. First played for WP in 2010, but officially signed up for them in 2011.

Juan Leon de Jongh

HEIGHT 177 cm

WEIGHT 87 Kg

BIRTH DATE 15 March 1988 – Age 23

DHL Stormers Vodacom Super Rugby – 2010

Centre

Stuck in the shadow of De Villiers and Fourie for so long now, Juan de Jongh has the chance to really show his ability. He debuted for the Boks at the age of 22 against Wales, and celebrated with a try and a win. A very dynamic and strong centre and agile on his feet, he can carve up any defensive line. This season will see him pair up with De Villiers for the starting partnership in the centre.

Jean de Villiers

HEIGHT 190 cm

WEIGHT 103 Kg

BIRTH DATE 24 February 1981 – Age 30

DHL Stormers Vodacom Super Rugby – 2005

Centre

Coming towards the end of his career, Jean de Villiers has been a great servant to the Stormers and South African rugby. Having played on the wing earlier in his career, has made centre his own. He will start most of the matches with De Jongh, unless injured.

Berton Klaasen

HEIGHT 185 cm

WEIGHT 92 Kg

BIRTH DATE 24 January 1990 – Age 21

DHL Western Province – 2010

Centre

Maties boytjie, debuted against the Sharks last year, a young and up-coming centre with a bright future. Described by AC as an abrasive player.

Juan-Pierre (JP) du Plessis

HEIGHT 185 cm

WEIGHT 92 Kg

BIRTH DATE 29 April 1991 – Age 20

Melbourne Rebels – 2010

Centre

A very strong runner with an excellent stepping ability, JP grew up in SA, before heading to Australia to play league for the Sydney Roosters. He signed for the Melbourne Rebels last year, but saw no game time. From here he was released and signed with the Stormers for the 2012 season.

Adrian Kritzinger

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

BIRTH DATE 22 May 1988 – Age 23

Centre

Ikeys Vice Captain last year.

Michael George van der Spuy

HEIGHT 180 cm

WEIGHT 86 Kg

BIRTH DATE 20 February 1991 – Age 21

DHL Western Province – 2011

Centre

Another Grey College boy, he is a versatile utility back.