"We are very excited for this new phase in our lives," says Roos, a newlywed who will be accompanied by his wife, singing sensation, Leandri Small. The couple married in November last year and have big plans in place for their future.
"I believe that the true mark of success is when you can make an impact on someone's life," says JC Roos, who leaves for Japan at the end of March with big plans for his future in rugby.
“Hard work beats talent any day,” proclaims JC Roos, “except when talent works harder.”
One need only spend some time in the presence of rugby personality, Juan-Claude Roos, to understand that, to this talented athlete, this is more than just a mere phrase, but words that he, in fact, lives by.
“No one will ever outwork me,” he smiles, “I know what I want in life,” he reflects on his drive and determination when it comes to his goal. “The harder you work, the more you get out.”
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“Some people wake up in the morning and live to die. I wake up every morning to live, to be the best that I can be. If that means training for ten hours a day, then that’s what I do.”
25 year old Roos, who had his first acquaintance with a rugby ball at the tender age of 4, has been playing professionally since the age of 19 and his years of hard work have paid off. Following an exciting career of playing for the Bulls u/19, u/21 and Premier Division, the Pumas, EP Kings and SA u/20 team, Roos will be furthering his career abroad, having signed a two year deal with the Canon Eagles in Japan.
“Sports abroad is on a different level,” he says. “Players are chosen solely on merit overseas. Japan is a difficult country to get into, but I’m looking forward to this.”
PORT ELIZABETH, SOUTH AFRICA – AUGUST 21: JC Roos of the Steval Pumas kicks for touch during the Absa Currie Cup match between EP Kings and Steval Pumas at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on August 21, 2015 in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. (Photo by Michael Sheehan/Gallo Images)
“We are very excited for this new phase in our lives,” says Roos, a newlywed who will be accompanied by his wife, singing sensation, Leandri Small. The couple married in November last year and have big plans in place for their future.
JC and Leandri are currently in Vryheid, visiting Leandri’s family before their adventure begins, and Vryheid Rugby Club have had the pleasure of Roos’ assistance in coaching at the club practices during his visit.
“I see a lot of potential at the club,” he says. “The players must realise this is a stepping stone to greater things in the world of rugby.” Roos was recruited to bring a more modern technique to the players.
Head Coach at Vryheid Rugby Club, Rich Verster said, “I know that JC has been in town for a while, doing rehab at Lee [Bezuidenhout Biokinetics] after an operation he had on his knee. With him being a professional athlete and knowing that he has signed a contract to go play rugby in Japan, I know he has to keep sharp, so I asked him to join us in training and coaching at the club.” Verster added, “He has taken to the coaching very well and I think after rugby is done for him, he will prosper as a coach for some first class team.”
“We are very privileged to have him coaching at the club,” concluded Verster.
“I believe that the true mark of success is when you can make an impact on someone’s life,” adds JC. “If you can leave something behind, leave a legacy.”
“I believe that the true mark of success is when you can make an impact on someone’s life,” says JC Roos, who leaves for Japan at the end of March with big plans for his future in rugby.
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