IVAN VAN ROOYEN

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Lions boss Ivan van Rooyen focusing on the silverlinings of a breakthrough season

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen highlighted the positives of the United Rugby Championship season following their disappointing quarterfinal loss to Leinster on Saturday.

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Lions unfazed about returning to Leinster for URC knockout

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen is adamant he and his charges are relishing the chance to topple Leinster at home at their United Rugby Championship clash on 30 May.

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Ivan van Rooyen proud of Lions fight in Leinster loss

The scoreline was a blowout in the end, but Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen was happy with how his charges went about their business against the indomitable Leinster.

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URC history beckons for luckless Lions on difficult tour

The Lions have destiny in their own hands as they prepare to embark on a tough tour up north to round out the United Rugby Championship league phase.

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Ivan van Rooyen hails 'in our hands' breakthrough as Lions take control of URC playoff push

Ivan van Rooyen believes the Lions have finally put their United Rugby Championship playoff fate in their own hands, describing the shift as a major step forward for the franchise after years of late-season disappointment.

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Lions maiden URC playoff dream within sight

Fidelity Securedrive Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen says Connacht will pose a tough challenge as the Johannesburg-based side pushes for their maiden playoff spot in the United Rugby Championship.

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