Biography
Elizabetha “Libbie” Magdalena Janse van Rensburg, born on 28 September 1994 in Lephalale, South Africa, is one of the standout figures in South African women’s rugby. Standing at 1.78m and weighing 72kg, she is best known for her tactical awareness, reliable kicking, and leadership on the field. A graduate of the University of Pretoria, she plays primarily at fly-half but has also made an impact in sevens rugby.
Clubs and Provincial Career
- 2021–2022: Blue Bulls Women
- 2023–Present: Bulls Daisies
In 2023, she became part of history as a member of the Bulls Daisies, South Africa’s first professional women’s rugby team. She served as vice-captain during their victorious 2023 Women’s Premier Division campaign.
International Career
- South Africa (XV): 2021–Present — 25 caps, 209 points (as of July 2025)
- South Africa (Sevens): 2023–Present
Janse van Rensburg made her international debut in 2021 against Namibia, setting a new Springbok Women’s Test record by scoring 38 points in a single match (two tries and 14 conversions).
Rugby World Cups
- 2021 (played in 2022): Member of the South Africa squad
- 2025: Named in the squad for the Women’s Rugby World Cup
Olympic Games
- 2024 Summer Olympics, Paris: Represented South Africa in rugby sevens
Career Highlights
- 2021: Record-breaking 38 points on international debut
- 2022: Crucial penalty kick against Fiji at the World Cup, briefly putting South Africa ahead
- 2023: Vice-captain of the Bulls Daisies in their Premier Division title win
- 2023: Scored the winning try against Belgium in the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series final, securing promotion to the SVNS
- 2023 WXV 2: Tournament’s top try-scorer and point-scorer
- 2024: Named SA Rugby Women’s Player of the Year
- 2024: Returned from injury to play in the Spain Sevens and later represented South Africa at the Paris Olympics