Robert Ebersohn

Robert Thompson Ebersohn (born 23 February 1989) is a rugby union and Sevens professional player from South Africa. He has played for the Springboks Sevens, South Africa Under 20 and made his Super 14 debut for the Cheetahs in 2010. When participating in the 15-man format of rugby, his preferred position is centre although he has been employed as a fullback on various occasions.

Robert Ebersohn
Ebersohn signing a rugby ball
Full nameRobert Thompson Ebersohn
Date of birth (1989-02-23) 23 February 1989
Place of birthBloemfontein, South Africa
Height1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
Weight87 kg (13 st 10 lb; 192 lb)
SchoolGrey College, Bloemfontein
Notable relative(s)Sias Ebersohn (twin brother)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre
Current team Cheetahs / Free State Cheetahs
Youth career
2005–2007 Free State Cheetahs
Amateur team(s)
Years Team Apps (Points)
2008 UFS Shimlas 2 (5)
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2008–2013 Free State Cheetahs 72 (55)
2010–2013 Cheetahs 59 (55)
2013–2016 Montpellier 54 (25)
2016–2020 Castres 97 (35)
2020–2021 Béziers 24 (5)
2021– Free State Cheetahs 10 (5)
2021– Cheetahs ()
Correct as of 10 July 2022
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2007 S.A. Schools
2008–2009 South Africa U20 10 (20)
2008–2011 Blitzbokke 12
Correct as of 26 July 2013

Ebersohn has made over 100 appearances for the Cheetahs in all competitions. He has one caps for the boks. However, it was announced that he would leave Bloemfontein at the end of the 2013 Currie Cup Premier Division season and join French side Montpellier for the 2013–14 Top 14 season.[1]

Ebersohn Twins

The Ebersohn twins (Robert and Sias) are the sons of Tiaan Ebersohn, a center who played for the Free State and Western Province.[2][3] The twins were born and raised in Bloemfontein, South Africa and schooled at Grey College. Here they climbed the ranks and eventually presented the Free State schools team at the national Coca-Cola Craven Week. Fame came fast as they were chosen to present South Africa at the IRB Junior World Championship. Both players were quickly grabbed into the Free State Cheetahs rugby squad.[4] They played side-by-side from school level to Super Rugby level[2][5][6] until Sias joined Australian side the Western Force in 2013 and Robert joined Montpellier a few months later.

Religion

Robert is a devoted Christian.[7][8]

Squads

Robert Ebersohn was involved in the following squads:[9]

Honours

References
  1. "Robert Ebersohn joining Montpellier". ESPN Scrum. 19 July 2013. Retrieved 29 July 2013.
  2. "The Citizen Online | Ebersohn twins the stars in Cheetahs campaign - Local Sport". Archived from the original on 26 October 2012. Retrieved 26 June 2015. Ebersohn twins the stars in Cheetahs campaign
  3. http://www.volksblad.com/Suid-Afrika/Tweeling-oortref-rugbypa-se-drome-20110415 Tweeling oortref rugby-pa se drome
  4. http://www.rugby365.com/tournaments/cc/news/1045540.htm From Craven to Currie, Ebersohn style
  5. http://www.sarugby.com/2011/07/22/cheetahs-retain-ebersohn-twins/ SARugby.com: Cheetahs Retain Ebersohn Twins
  6. http://www.ruggaworld.com/2008/05/15/preview-vodacom-cup-final/ Preview: Vodacom Cup Final
  7. "Cheetahs look to Ebersohn". iAfrica. 15 July 2009. Retrieved 5 August 2009.
  8. "Cheers and all the best, Robert Ebersohn". BlitzBokke.com. Retrieved 5 August 2009.
  9. "SA Rugby Player Profile – Robert Ebersohn". South African Rugby Union. Retrieved 2 June 2016.
  10. "European Challenge Cup final: Harlequins 19-26 Montpellier". BBC Sport. 13 May 2016. Retrieved 16 May 2016.
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