Derick Hougaard wants to become an American footballer
Former Springbok Derick Hougaard will be trying out at the World Wide Scholarships (WWS) December talent scouting camp.
Derick Hougaard, who still holds the record for the number of points scored in a Currie Cup final (26) as well as points scored in a Super Rugby semi-final (27 against the Crusaders), is one of South Africa's most successful rugby players.
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Hougaard made his debut for the Springboks at age 20 - and enjoyed success for the Boks, the Bulls, and Leicester Tigers and Saracens in the United Kingdom.
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In 2013, Hougaard ended his career due to a serious injury.
Hougaard is now working hard to be part of the World Wide Scholarships (WWS) December talent scouting camp.
Hougaard joined the Scenic Drive with Rian to talk about this decision and why he wants to become a football player.
"I still have five years left in me."
"I told Nadiné to go to America to sing," he laughed.
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