RF Schoeman (born 13 August 2003) is a South African rugby union player, who plays for the Lions and Golden Lions. His preferred position is prop.[1]

RF Schoeman
Born (2003-08-13) 13 August 2003 (age 22)
South Africa
Height188 cm (6 ft 2 in)
Weight122 kg (269 lb; 19 st 3 lb)
SchoolHoërskool Frikkie Meyer
Rugby union career
Position Prop
Current team Lions / Golden Lions
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2024– Golden Lions 18 (5)
2024– Lions 34 (0)
Correct as of 29 April 2026

Early career

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Schoeman attended Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer where he played rugby.[2] He came through the Lions academy system and represented the Lions U20 side in 2024,[3] winning the Lions junior player of the year award along with breakthrough player of the year.[4]

Professional career

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Schoeman made his professional debut for the Golden Lions in the 2024 Currie Cup Premier Division making 6 appearances across the tournament.[5] He made his debut for the Lions in October 2024,[6] and has gone on to make 14 appearances for the side.[7]

References

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  1. "RF Schoeman". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
  2. "RF Schoeman". LionsWorld. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
  3. "Lions U20 in easy SA Rugby U20 Cup round 2 win against Leopards U20". Ruggas ZA. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
  4. "Nohamba, Horn, Schoeman big winners at Lions awards". Lions. 25 November 2024. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
  5. "Lions seal top spot in Currie Cup". Rugby 365. 6 September 2024. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
  6. "Lions hold on for narrow win over Zebre to stay unbeaten in URC". News24. 19 October 2024. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
  7. "Mills gets URC debut chance for Lions". SuperSport. 25 April 2025. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
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