Teichmann was flanked by the Chairman of the Sharks Board of Directors Stephen Saad and the current CEO John Smit at the press conference this morning, who will aid Teichmann in the transition process before Smit officially leaves the Union in October.
The 48-year-old Teichmann played 42 Tests for South Africa between 1995 and 1999, he also captained the Boks during one of their most successful periods under Nick Mallet winning 17 matches on the trot.
Teichmann has a long history at the Sharks as is the case with his predecessor Smit, he was a key member of Natal’s highly successful team of the 90’s.
Saad said they received over 20 applicants where they had six key criteria to choose from, he believes Teichmann ticks all the boxes.
“Apart from his rugby attributes, he has a sound financial track record and has successfully run a business for close on 20 years now, which has an impressive turnover annually.”
Saad said they received over 20 applicants where they had six key criteria to choose from, he believes Teichmann ticks all the boxes.
“Apart from his rugby attributes, he has a sound financial track record and has successfully run a business for close on 20 years now, which has an impressive turnover annually.”
