GET TO KNOW YOUR GRIQUAS PLAYERS
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 Hanru Sirgel and Sango Xamlashe. Louis Botha took the pictures.
HANRU SIRGEL
‘Sirgel’ flank and eighth man
24 years old, born in East London PREVIOUS TEAMS: Tuks University & Junior Bulls
What sports do you enjoy apart from rugby: Golf
Who was the one person that motivated, inspired, and mentored you: My older brother
Biggest rugby hero: Schalk Burger
Your biggest sporting hero outside of rugby: AB de Villiers
Favourite book: Rich Dad, Poor dad – Robert Kiyosaki
Favourite movie: Law Abiding Citizen or the Series – Suits
What type of music do you enjoy:
Independent and Country
If you could pick your top three favourite songs, what would they be:
Whiskey Glasses – Morgan Wallen, Lipstick – Kip Moore, Forever free – Goldfish
Droëwors? Biltong? Chillibites? or Vegetarian: Chili and Chutney bites
Water – still or sparkling: Still water
Do you have a pet: No, unfortunately, our complex is not pet friendly, but I love dogs
Favourite drill in the gym or at practice: Box jumps and pull-ups
Least favourite exercise:
Deadlifts
One day, after rugby ... what are your plans: It all depends on how successful my career turns out. If I am very successful, I would love to use my knowledge to coach high school teams and possibly give classes (business/ accounting). If it's not too successful I would use my degree in investments.
Is there a quote that you think can motivate or influence today's youth in a positive way: “The harder you train, the luckier you get.”
SANGO XAMLASHE
What sports do you enjoy apart from rugby: Canoeing
Who was the one person that motivated, inspired, and mentored your: My father, biggest mentor and my grandfather inspires me as well.
Your biggest rugby hero: have a sports hero
I do not
Biggest 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 & 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 (aerobic endurance)
One day, after rugby ... what are your plans: Tech Systems after rugby, still exploring what in particular.
A quote you think can influence today's youth:
“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.”