JJ van der Mescht

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JJ van der Mescht
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Full nameJuan John van der Mescht
Date of birth (1999-05-04) 4 May 1999 (age 26)
Place of birthPretoria, South Africa
Height2 m (6 ft 6+12 in)
Weight145 kg (320 lb; 22 st 12 lb)
School Glenwood High School
Rugby union career
Position(s) Lock
Current team Northampton Saints
Youth career
2014–2019 Sharks
Senior career
YearsTeamApps(Points)
2018 Sharks XV 4 (0)
2018–2021 Sharks (Currie Cup) 9 (5)
2019–2021 Sharks 10 (5)
2021–2025 Stade Français 44 (20)
2025– Northampton Saints 0 (0)
Correct as of 24 July 2025
International career
YearsTeamApps(Points)
2017 South Africa Schools 3 (0)
2019 South Africa U20 5 (15)
Correct as of 11 August 2023

Juan John van der Mescht (born 4 May 1999) is a South African rugby union player for Northampton Saints in the English Gallagher PREM Rugby. [1] His regular position is lock.

JJ is known for his powerful and aggressive style of play, this is helped by his intimidating stature and physical prowess.

References

  1. "SA Rugby Player Profile – JJ van der Mescht". South African Rugby Union. Retrieved 28 October 2018.