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Boom Prinsloo

b. 1989

South African rugby union footballer

Rugby union player Rugby sevens player
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About Boom Prinsloo

Born 1989. Boom Prinsloo is a South African rugby union player and rugby sevens player.

Johannes Gerhardus Pienaar "Boom" Prinsloo (born 12 March 1989) is a former South African rugby union player who regularly played as a loose forward. He made 51 appearances for the in Super Rugby from 2012 to 2017, and played domestically for the from 2010 to 2016 and for the in 2017 and 2018. He also played rugby sevens for South Africa from 2010 to 2012.

He retired from rugby in September 2018.

Career

Prinsloo is a Bloemfontein native and represented the in the Currie Cup and the in Super Rugby.

He previously played for the in the 2010 Varsity Cup where he notched up a seven tries in eight appearances and won the competitions' 'Player that Rocks' award.

International

Prinsloo represented the Blitzbokke between 2010 and 2012 and played in a total of 7 IRB Sevens World Series tournaments.

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Important facts

Born
12 March 1989, Bloemfontein
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Rugby union player, rugby sevens player
Nationality
South Africa
Education
Grey College
Also known as
Johannes Gerhardus Pienaar Prinsloo, Johannes Gerhardus Prinsloo

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Boom Prinsloo?

South African rugby union footballer

When was Boom Prinsloo born?

Boom Prinsloo was born on 12 March 1989 in Bloemfontein.

What is Boom Prinsloo's occupation?

Boom Prinsloo is a rugby union player and rugby sevens player.

What nationality is Boom Prinsloo?

Boom Prinsloo is South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Boom Prinsloo

· Wikidata: Q4943434

· DBpedia: Boom Prinsloo

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