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Emotional Stonehouse celebrates history with champion Pumas: 'I don't have words, I just love this team'

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The story of the Pumas winning their first-ever Currie Cup trophy on Saturday is one that will be told for years to come, and the man who orchestrated it all says it is the "greatest goal" he has achieved in his life.

The always passionate Jimmy Stonehouse, a popular figure in South African rugby, has been at the helm of the Pumas for 13 years over two stints dating back to 2008.

At Griqua Park on Saturday, his side was full value for their 26-19 win over the heavily-fancied hosts - Griquas. It is easily the crowning moment in the union's history.

As fans and family flooded the turf in the moments following the final whistle, Stonehouse was swamped, signing autographs, standing for photographs and trying, in between, to celebrate the moment with his players.

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