Jaco Williams

Jaco Williams is a young South African forward developing his game with the Sharks, the Durban-based outfit that competes in the United Rugby Championship and in domestic South African competition. Born on 25 August 2005, Williams is at the very start of his senior journey and represents the next wave of forward talent coming through the famously productive Sharks system. His game is built on the traditional strengths of South African forward play — physicality in the set piece and a strong presence in the tight-loose exchanges. As a developing forward, the priorities at this stage are accumulating game time, adding strength and refining the technical detail of his work at scrum, line-out and breakdown. With youth firmly on his side, Williams has time to grow into the demands of professional rugby. For now, he is a promising prospect tasked with making the most of his opportunities and pushing for greater involvement in a competitive Sharks squad.