You come from the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands (Ladysmith) how do you find it working in Johannesburg? 

 The move from KZN to Johannesburg was daunting at first, for a small town girl like myself. I am grateful for my newly found friends and colleagues who have supported me in the move and who can now be called family. Egoli, the place of gold, has created opportunities for me and allowed me to eventualise my dreams for which - I am eternally grateful. 

Cricket seems to bring a sparkle into your eyes, why so?

All good cricket stories start at the home backyard! My cousin made me bowl to him all day and this honed in my skills as a bowler and developed my interest in the game. I am extremely passionate about cricket, be it in the capacity of a player or management role. Cricket is my happy place (sanctuary) where I express my full and unbridled self, completely. I also love how cricket and sport in general, unites us despite class, race, religion, sexuality and other social norms. 

You are extremely driven, what impact would you like to make in the Physiotherapy world?

I am blessed to be guided and mentored by many great coaches, teachers, lecturers, physiotherapists and family. In a gesture of acts of service, I would also love to give back by mentoring and inspiring young physiotherapists and female cricketers.

I would love to marry my passions of cricket and physiotherapy by completing a master on cricket injuries in female athletes. 

What is to come for you and where would you like to see yourself in the next 5 years?

One of my mentors always tells me: "if your dreams don't scare you, they are not big enough."

Personally, I think it’s essential to be ambitious and strive for progress by climbing the ladder and not skipping any steps along the way. If I had to be specific enough, I would love to be a head physiotherapist for a professional cricket team and then hopefully progress to an international level in keeping with my passion for cricket. 

How has your brief time at WSMC been? 

Working at WSMC has been a dream come true. It is difficult not to be a fan but compartmentalising is important in fully realising the magnitude of the incredible opportunity that has been presented to me. From meeting role models, treating Proteas, Lions and Lionesses is what I've dreamed off since a little girl. I am completely smitten by the vibrant culture, humility and willingness to help anyone and everyone that we welcome into WSMC. I strive to maintain these values always by endearing myself to all levels of staff and clients. 

2020 has been a year to remember regarding the COVID_19 Pandemic. How has the pandemic affected you positively?

The pandemic was an extremely difficult time for me. Losing colleagues and loved ones whilst being alone and at the front line of the pandemic was devastating. The pandemic has however, taught me to be present, mindful and thankful for everything in my life and the emphasis that family and friends have in my life. I have learnt and am continuously learning the need to achieve balance and to use my time wisely as nothing is guaranteed in life. It was inundating but a learning curve none the less.