The Blue Bulls Company (BBCo) is proud to announce the appointment of Springbok women’s legend Zenay Jordaan as the new head coach of the Isuzu Bulls Daisies.
Jordaan, a pioneer of the women’s game in South Africa, steps into the role with a pedigree that few can match. Her transition from a storied playing career to the coaching ranks has been seamless, underpinned by an elite technical foundation. She remains one of only two women’s coaches in South African rugby to hold a World Rugby Level 3 qualification, a testament to her dedication to the craft.
On the field, Jordaan earned 36 Test caps for the Springbok women, becoming a cornerstone of the national side before moving into coaching. Her tenure within the Isuzu Bulls Daisies structures is already well-established, having served two successful seasons as an assistant and co-head coach, helping shape the squad into the powerhouse franchise they are today.
Her contract will run until 2029.
“I’m still trying to absorb everything, but I’m very excited,” said Jordaan. “My expectations are to align better with management, put proper cultural structures in place and establish a clear identity. A winning culture has already been created. I want to improve our planning and take it up a notch.”
As head coach, Jordaan will serve as a generalist lead, coordinating all phases of the game plan, training methodologies, and overarching strategies. Her mandate is clear: to establish and maintain world-class rugby standards while fostering an expansive, enjoyable style of play that allows talent at all levels to thrive.
Thando Manana, BBCo Executive for Strategic Projects and Women’s Rugby, believes Jordaan is the perfect architect for the next chapter of the Isuzu Bulls Daisies’ journey: “Zenay is not just a coach; she is a trailblazer who carries the DNA of South African women’s rugby. Her appointment is a massive statement of intent for this franchise.
“We aren’t just looking for results on the scoreboard; we are building a world-class high-performance culture. With Zenay’s elite experience and her Level 3 expertise, we have the right leader to ensure the Isuzu Bulls Daisies remain the gold standard for women’s rugby in Africa.”
Jordaan’s influence extends beyond the professional franchise, having been heavily involved across all BBRU levels of the women’s programme, as well as contributing her expertise to the Junior Springboks and the senior national squad.
The BBCo is excited to welcome Zenay Jordaan into this pivotal role as the Isuzu Bulls Daisies continue to build something special for the future of the game.
