Hougaard: Liefling Van Loftus, Episode 5

We meet former Blue Bull legend and Springbok Derick Hougaard, whose glory days are but a vague memory. We start our journey in Piketberg where Derick spent his childhood.

We revisit the crucial Curry Cup Final of 2002 where Derick became a hero and recount his first day as a Springbok, spent at the notorious 'Kamp Staaldraad'.

Injuries are part of rugby but a serious injury cost Derick his professional career. We take a look at rugby injuries and how it irrevocably changed the lives of certain players.

Derick talks candidly about the role of the media in his life. A morning of drama leads to hard truths and Derick's abuse of prescription meds comes under the spotlight.

Derick Hougaard is on a journey to gain possible insights about his future from legendary former rugby players. 'n Visit to his parents leads to a big decision.

Met alles wat begin rooskleurig lyk vir Derick, beleef hy 'n ernstige terugslag. Ons reis saam met hom kom tot 'n einde en ons probeer uitvind hoe sy toekoms daarna uitsien.