Maart joins DHL Stormers on loan

Wing Dylan Maart has signed a loan agreement that will see him join the DHL Stormers squad until the end of the year.

The 29-year-old outside back joins as cover for the injured Seabelo Senatla, as part of the development agreement between Stormers Rugby and Griquas Rugby, which will also see Sako Makata and Keagan Blanckenberg join the Kimberley side on loan.

Maart featured prominently for the Suzuki Griquas as they claimed the Carling Currie Cup title earlier this year and was invited to join training in Cape Town at the start of the current season.

A player with an impressive turn of pace and a natural feel for the game, Maart has proven himself to be both a deadly finisher and a committed defender.

Director of Rugby John Dobson said that Maart has fitted in well since joining his squad, which is a good example of the development agreement in action.

“Dylan is a local lad from Wellington and has made a big impression in Kimberley. He fits our style of play well and we are looking forward to seeing what he can add as part of our squad as we approach a key phase of our season.

“He has worked incredibly hard to get here and fully deserves this opportunity. His was not the conventional pathway to high-performance rugby but it is an inspirational story that shows what can be achieved through hard work and dedication.

“This underlines the value of this agreement, with players moving between Cape Town and Kimberley to the benefit of both teams,” he said.