Mornay Visser was a highly regarded South African rugby player, known for his role as a hooker during the mid-1990s. Despite competing in a domestic rugby scene filled with other prominent hookers like Uli Schmidt, James Dalton, and Naka Drotske, Visser made a name for himself with his dynamic play. Although he was called up to Springbok training camps in preparation for the 1995 Rugby World Cup, he ultimately missed selection for the final squad under coach Kitch Christie.

However, Visser did achieve his dream of playing for the Springboks in a Test match against Western Samoa before the World Cup. Despite being considered somewhat of a "nearly-man" in terms of international caps, he remains a memorable figure for many South African rugby fans from that era. He is also celebrated for his skill and contribution to the sport, even though his Springbok career was overshadowed by fierce competition for his position.