Hans van Dyk

Hans van Dyk (born 29 April 1982) is a South African former professional rugby union player. His regular position was hooker.

He retired at the end of the 2013 season, having made more than 160 first class appearances for the , , , , and domestically and the and in Super Rugby.

Career

Van Dyk is a well-travelled player in South African domestic competition. He made his debut for the in 2005 and represented them for two seasons. In 2007, he joined the and was also called up into the Super Rugby squad, where he made six appearances.

After two seasons at Griquas, he joined and again played some Super Rugby, this time for the .

In 2010, he then joined the for the 2010 Currie Cup Premier Division, but left them at the end of 2011.

He joined for a short spell during the 2012 Vodacom Cup before joining for the 2012 Currie Cup First Division.

Towards the end of 2012, he played in his 150th first class match.

He is the older brother of hooker BW van Dyk.