South African rugby union footballer (1945–2023)
Rugby player
Joachim Frederick 'Joggie' Viljoen (14 May 1945 – 7 August 2023)[1] was a South African rugby union player.[2]
Playing career
Viljoen played provincial rugby in South Africa for Griqualand West and Eastern Province. He played six test matches for the Springboks and made his debut against the touring French team on 12 June 1971 at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein. He also played in all three test matches against Australia during the South African tour of Australia in 1971. His last test was against England at Ellis Park in 1972.[3] Viljoen scored two tries in his six test matches and another two tries in four tour matches.[4]
Death
Joggie Viljoen died in 12 August 2023, at the age of 78.[5]
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