JJ van der Mescht

JJ van der Mescht
Full nameJuan John van der Mescht
Born (1999-05-04) 4 May 1999
Pretoria, South Africa
Height2 m (6 ft 6+1⁄2 in)
Weight145 kg (320 lb; 22 st 12 lb)
SchoolGlenwood High School
Rugby union career
Position Lock
Current team Northampton Saints
Youth career
2014–2019 Sharks
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2018 Sharks XV 4 (0)
2018–2021 Sharks (Currie Cup) 9 (5)
2019–2021 Sharks 10 (5)
2021–2025 Stade Français 44 (20)
2025– Northampton Saints 12 (25)
Correct as of 3 January 2026
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2017 South Africa Schools 3 (0)
2019 South Africa U20 5 (15)
Correct as of 11 August 2023

Juan John van der Mescht (born 4 May 1999) is a South African rugby union player for Northampton Saints in the English Gallagher PREM Rugby.[1] His regular position is lock.

JJ is known for his powerful and aggressive style of play, this is helped by his intimidating stature and physical prowess.

References

  1. ↑ "SA Rugby Player Profile – JJ van der Mescht". South African Rugby Union. Retrieved 28 October 2018.
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