Louis Moolman


Louis Christiaan Moolman was a Northern Transvaal and Springboks Rugby Union player. He was born in Pretoria, South Africa and went to school at Hoërskool Verwoerdburg. He played in the lock position.

Playing career

Moolman played his first test for the Boks on 27 August 1977 against a World Invitation Side at Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria. He played his last test on 31 May 1986 against the New Zealand Cavaliers at Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg at the age of 35. In total he played in 24 tests.
Moolman was a solid lock forward and was an impressive sight with his bulk and thick beard driving upfield with the ball in hand. He represented Northern Transvaal in 171 matches over a period of 13 seasons. Only Naas Botha and Burger Geldenhuys represented the province on more occasions. He appeared in the Currie Cup final 9 times, of which 5 were won, and one drawn.

Test history

No.OppositionResult PositionTriesDateVenue
1.World XV45–24Lock27 August 1977Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria
2. South American Jaguars24–9Lock26 April 1980Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
3. South American Jaguars18–9Lock3 May 1980Kings Park Stadium, Durban
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Death

Moolman died after a short illness after suffering a stroke.

Accolades

In 2000 he was inducted into the University of Pretoria Sport Hall of fame.