The DFA is giving the readers a little insight into our city’s defenders, the Griquas players this season. This week Danie van der Lith speaks to Derik Pretoriuso. Picture: Louis Botha.
Derik Pretorius
‘Dirki’
24 years old, born in Bloemfontein
currently plays at lock
Previous Team: Cut Ixias
What sports do you enjoy apart from rugby: I enjoy shooting and a bit of golf
Who was the one person that inspired you as a young player: My parents
Your biggest rugby hero: Heinrich Brüssow
Your biggest sporting hero outside of rugby: Rodger Federer
Favourite book: Legacy – James Kerr
Favourite movie: I don’t really have a favourite but I do enjoy watching comedies
What type of music do you enjoy: I enjoy listening to Afrikaans and Country music
Top three favourite songs: Last Night – Morgan Wallen, Heart’s Desire – Kip Moore, Vat die Cruiser – Loufi & Gerhard Steyn
Droëwors? Biltong? Chillibites?: Biltong
Water – still or sparkling: Still water
Do you have a pet: Yes. I have two Border Collies named Duke and Benji
Favourite drill in the gym or at practice: Line-outs
Least favourite exercise: Bronco
One day, after rugby … what are your plans: Farming and maybe also Coaching
Is there a quote you think can motivate or influence today’s youth: “The challenge is to always improve, to always get better, even when you are the best. Especially when you are the best.” – James Kerr
