The Sevens World Cup is upon us, and not only do we get to see our beloved Blitzbokke in action, but the tournament is taking place right in our backyard, being held at the Cape Town Stadium from 9-11 September.
Whether you got tickets and will be in the stands, or perhaps having a braai and home-viewing party with your friends, there are a handful of things to consider in order to maximise the occasion.
At Home or in the Stadium? Wear the Colours!
One of the most important items you can’t be without is a Springbok jersey (or perhaps another team’s jersey — we don’t judge). You can find the best prices on rugby jerseys on PriceCheck, including the new (and admittedly glorious) green and gold Springbok Sevens jersey.
PriceCheck tip: Adding a little South African flag to your cheeks using some face paint is an easy and great way to show your support for the Boks! Find the best deals on face paint on PriceCheck.
Comfort is Key
If you’re heading to the stadium, it’s a good idea to keep yourself comfortable, and getting a foam seat cushion is not just a good idea for this coming tournament, but for all sports, music, and live events going forward. You can pick one up by finding the best price on seat cushions on PriceCheck. Even at home, these are handy to have when your couch is at capacity!
Host a Viewing Party at Home
While many won’t be able to make it to the stadium (you know, with it being sold out and all), getting your friends and fellow rugby fanatics around for a viewing party is always a great idea and makes the most of the day-long action that’s set to take place.
First and foremost, make sure that your TV and set-up is suitable for the 3 days of Sevens action. You can find the best prices large LED, ULED, OLED, and other TVs on PriceCheck, along with the latest streaming boxes and media devices, so that you can access the action using SuperSport on the DSTV app.
If you’re in the market for a new decoder, you can also find the latest DSTV Explora and other decoders. Also, make sure you have sufficient batteries and a working DSTV remote, so you won’t be whacking your old remote on your leg trying to put the volume up while your guests roll their eyes.
PriceCheck tip: Having a AA and AAA battery charger is always a good idea as you can keep fully-charged batteries on hand whenever the need arises. Find the best deals on battery chargers on PriceCheck.
To further add to the viewing experience, some booming sound equipment goes a long way. To make sure you hear every tackle, crowd cheer, and commentary update, adding a soundbar to your TV is a great way to enhance the matches.
If you want to take the watch-party to new heights, having a projector is a game-changer and won’t just come in handy for the Sevens World Cup, but all movie sessions and sports events going forward. You can find the best prices on projectors on PriceCheck.
Entertainment and more
Now, what’s a rugby-filled weekend without a braai? Fire up the braai and get everything you need with the best deals and prices on gas and wood braais, Webers, charcoal and all the braai accessories and utensils you need. Camping chairs are a great addition too, whereby your guests can sit outside (or inside) and move around with ease.
PriceCheck tip: Grab some heat-resistant oven and braai gloves, so you can grab and move hot plates, meat, and other items with ease, instead of constantly losing your braai tongs around the house.
