Stormers aim to thrill Cape Town fans in final game before URC playoffs

The Stormers head into the final round of the league phase against the Lions having already qualified for the last eight.

"As the log stands, we'll most certainly have an away playoff game and for us, it was of utmost importance that we got those two wins on tour for continuity away from home," Hartzenberg said of victories against Dragons RFC and Connacht.

"It's still going to be tough going forward but just to have the belief that we are able to produce overseas, and it's not a curse, was important."

The ninth-placed Lions are hunting their first URC playoff appearance, a feat that hinges on getting the win this week.

"Everyone's going out swinging and giving their best, especially the Emirates Lions, being in the position that they're in," Hartzenberg said.

"They'll definitely come to give us a run for our money.

"It's also an important match for us, seeing as it's our last home game for the regular season, and we would like to carry the momentum into the playoffs as well as give the people of Cape Town one last smile before we head off.

"It's quite an early kickoff but we want to leave DHL Stadium on a high and continue to build on our performances this season."

The competition for spots among the outside backs at the Stormers is fierce, but Hartzenberg believes there is great camaraderie in the group as they pursue a common goal.

"We definitely try to help each other the best way we can. There's always been a close bond and we're very supportive of one another," he added.

"But we're also there to perform for the team and our job is to make it as hard as possible for the coaches to choose!

"Whether it's me, Leolin [Zas], Ben [Loader], Courtnall [Skosan], Angelo [Davids] or Wandi [Simelane] on the field, we'll try in the week at training to give whoever is playing the best possible picture to be prepared for Saturday."

The 21-year-old Hartzenberg has scored five tries in all competitions this season while showcasing his pace and aerial prowess. On the back of several standout performances, he attended his second Springbok workshop last week.

"Going in I was very nervous, not knowing what to expect, but I found it very informative and straight to the point," he said.

"I came away looking at my game and going, 'I can do that better', and it helped open my eyes in ways I never thought it could. It was amazing and I was grateful to experience it." 

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