The DFA is giving the readers a little insight into what makes the young men tick who are representing Griquas this season. This week Danie van der Lith speaks to Sakoyisa Makata. Pictures: Louis Botha.
Sakoyisa Makata
‘Sakes Makata’
24 years old, born in East London
plays on the wing
Previous Team: Springbok Sevens
What sports do you enjoy apart from rugby: UFC
Who was the one person that inspired you as a young player: I look up to my older brother growing up
Your biggest rugby hero: Roger Tuivasa Sheck
Your biggest sporting hero outside of rugby: Muhammad Ali
Favourite book: ‘You Can’t Hurt Me’ by David Goggins
Favourite movie: The Batman Trilogy by Christopher Nolan
What type of music do you enjoy: I enjoy a lot AfroBeats music, some Amapiano and Trap music
Top three favourite songs: Any song by Gunna or Lil Baby sit in my top three
Droëwors? Biltong? Chillibites?: Chutney flavoured Biltong
Water – still or sparkling: Sparkling
Favourite drill in the gym or at practice: Bulgarian Squats in the gym and one vs one drills on the field
Least favourite exercise: Anything that involves ruck fitness/conditioning
One day, after rugby … what are your plans: To one day settle down with a family . Go into psychology and have a rugby clinic back in my hometown
Is there a quote you think can motivate or influence today’s youth: “The LORD is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?” Psalm 118:6
