What a season the Lions had in 2017.
Ending on top of the overall log and securing a home final infront of a sell-out crowd at an historic stadium.
The result, a harsh red card to Kwagga and a disapointed end to a mountain of hype.
I was priviliged enough to make the final. 62000 fans made the experience amazing.
The disapointment of losing to a team with the most successful record in Super Rugby history is bitter sweet.
The man who coached the lions team out of being relegated to finalists 2 years in a row. Johan Ackerman "Coach Ackers" who played 13 times for the springboks, but i think he will be more remembered for his influence on the Lions team.
He, like many talented South Africans, will be expediting his talent at an English club, Gloucester. Recently announced, that his son, Ruan will be joining him as a loose forward.
Ruan, is one of the many talents to leave the Lions fold.