Schutte Bekker was born on 19 October 1971 in Nelspruit and developed into a strong, athletic loose forward whose work rate and line-out ability earned him national recognition in the late 1990s. Educated at Nelspruit High School, he came through the ranks of Lowveld rugby before establishing himself in Pretoria, where he became part of the powerful Blue Bulls pack during a highly competitive era for South African loose forwards.

Bekker’s combination of height, mobility, and physical strength made him effective in both the line-outs and open play. His consistent performances for Northern Transvaal (later the Blue Bulls) in the Currie Cup and Super 12 competitions brought him to the attention of the national selectors in 1997, a period marked by intense competition for back-row positions.

He made his Springbok debut on 23 August 1997, appearing as a replacement against Australia at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. Although it would prove to be his only test, his selection reflected his form and contribution at provincial level during one of the strongest forward eras in Springbok history.

Bekker continued to serve the Blue Bulls with distinction, admired for his discipline, professionalism, and commitment to the team. His career typified that of many valued provincial stalwarts whose consistent excellence formed the backbone of South African rugby through the 1990s.

Schutte Bekker remains remembered as a powerful, reliable loose forward who reached the highest level of the game and represented both his province and his country with pride.