DFA Sports Reporter Danie van der Lith is speaking to our Northern Cape Heat Cricket team with the intention of introducing them to our readers. Today he’s speaking to Jason Oakes
Jason Oakes
28 years old, born in Durban
Usual slot in batting order: Top order
Which high school team did you represent? Westville Boys’ High School
Your nickname: Oaksie/Jokes
What other sports do you enjoy aside from cricket? Golf
Was cricket always your game? No. I was a better hockey player for a long time.
Batter, bowler, or all-rounder? Batsman, wicketkeeper, and part-time spinner
What is your happiest cricket memory? My first first-class century let me know that there might be a future for me in the sport.
Your biggest sporting hero outside of cricket? Steven Gerrard.
Favourite Series: The Last Kingdom
What do you prefer: net practice, fielding practice, or gym work? Fielding practice
Hamburger, Pizza, or Fried Chicken? Hamburger
Favourite fielding position? Long on
Least favourite place to field? Mid-off
In your opinion, name the best international cricket team. India
Is there a quote that keeps you going when times get tough? You’ve got to do what you’ve got to do.
