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 Johan van Dyk
Johan ‘Jo’ van Dyk
29 years old, born in Bloemfontein
Usual slot in batting order: 8/9
Which high school team did you represent? Which school? St Andrews school
What other sports do you enjoy aside from cricket? Soccer and hockey
Was cricket always your game? It has been my favourite sport ever since the fourth grade.
Batter, bowler or all-rounder? Bowler
What is your happiest cricket memory? There isn’t a specific moment that stands out, but definitely being around friends on tour and enjoying a win after a game
Do you model yourself after a famous cricketer? I try to be myself as much as I can. There is always something to learn from great cricketers, but I try to be myself.
Your biggest sporting hero outside of cricket? My dad
Favourite Series? The Office
What do you prefer: net practice, fielding practice or gym work? Fielding practice
Hamburger, pizza, or Fried Chicken? Pizza
Favourite fielding position? Long-on
Least favourite place to field? Cover
In your opinion, name the best International Cricket team: India
Is there a quote that keeps you going when times get tough? It is a verse from 2 Corinthians 12:9 “For my grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”
