The DFA is giving the readers a little insight into what makes the young men who are representing Griquas this season tick. This week Danie van der Lith speaks to Sango Xamlashe.
Meet Sango Xamlashe, nicknamed ‘Saida’.
The 24 year-old centre was born in King Williams Town.
Previous Team: TUKS
What sports do you enjoy apart from rugby: Canoeing
Who was the one person that motivated, inspired, and mentored you as a young player: My father, biggest mentor and my grandfather inspires me as well.
Your biggest rugby hero: I do not have a sports hero
Your biggest sporting hero outside of rugby: My father and my Grandfather. I also find a lot of inspiration in my older cousins who are great male figures in my family.
Favourite book: Zero to One by Peter Thiel
Favourite movie: Fast and Furious series
What type of music do you enjoy: Hip/Hop, Alternative and UK Rap
If you could pick your top three favourite songs, what would they be: Apple of My Eye – Rick Ross. Lord Knows – Rick Ross. Three Musketeers – Knucks
Droëwors? Biltong? Chillibites? or Vegetarian: Biltong
Water – still or sparkling: Still Water
Do you have a pet: Ocean is our pet’s name, loves getting dirty and aggressive.
Favourite drill in the gym or at practice: Everyone loves bench press
Least favourite exercise: I hate BRONCOS (measurement of aerobic endurance)
One day, after rugby … what are your plans: Tech Systems after rugby, still exploring what in particular.
Is there a quote you think can motivate or influence today’s youth in a positive way: “Foresight is best known by those that have gone before us, therefore respect your mother and your father and give them a good ear as this will improve your direction in life.”
