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Ntando Vilakazi (17), hockey captain: High School Witteberg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt is a privilege for me to lead a group of leaders that are very enthusiastic and passionate with everything that they do. I intend to lead the team by being supportive on and off the field, almost like building a brotherhood which will enable each one of us to fight for each other. \u201cEn ons gee alles vir ons skool<\/span>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntando says that there were a few highlights during this hockey season but one that stands out is the game against the Kingswood College who ranked in the top 40.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe managed to keep the score tied until the last minute, which is a big accomplishment for us because we made them play our game.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He says a leader is someone who can take ownership for their mistakes and be positive when faced with difficult situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI usually apologise when I am wrong and try to fix the mistake with the help of my teammates because they have a better view, especially on the field. As a captain, I feel that it\u2019s important to not just lead alone but lead together as a team.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n He is very excited for the last derby and says the derby is the highlight of the season although it placed the players under a lot of pressure. <\/span>\u201cI always remind my team that they are great players and that the derby is just another game that we can win if we don\u2019t play for ourselves but <\/span>for those on the sidelines, backing us. This mentality is what is keeping us motivated<\/span>.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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