The DFA is introducing the Northern Cape Heat cricket team players to our reading public. Today, we meet Ernest Kemm
The DFA is introducing the Northern Cape Heat cricket team players to our reading public. Today, Danie van der Lith spoke to Ernest Kemm.
‘Ernie’
32 years old, born in Potchefstroom
Usual slot in batting order: Opening batsman
Which high school team did you represent? Hoërskool Menlopark
What sports do you enjoy apart from cricket? Golf and darts
Was cricket always your game? I don’t like cricket, I love it
Batter, bowler or all-rounder? All-rounder
What is your happiest cricket memory? To lift the CSA 4-day trophy two years in a row was really special
Do you model yourself after a famous cricketer? Jacques Kallis, even though I am left handed. I always loved watching him play
Your biggest sporting hero outside of cricket? Ernie Els
Favourite Book? The Leader who had no Title. Robin Sharma
Favourite Series? Friends (Classic)
What do you prefer: net practice, fielding practice or gym work? Net practice
Hamburger, Pizza or Fried Chicken? Hamburger with bacon and cheese
Favourite fielding position? First slip
Least favourite place to field? Wicketkeeper
The best International Cricket team in your opinion: England
Is there a quote that keeps you going when times get tough? “Work hard, party harder”
