The DFA is giving the readers a little insight into our city’s defenders, the Griquas players this season. This week Danie van der Lith speaks to Dylan Sjöblom. Picture: Louis Botha.
Dylan Sjöblom
22 years old, born in Nelspruit
plays at lock
Previous Team: Shimlas
What sports do you enjoy apart from rugby: Any other sport, I just love sport in general
Who was the one person that inspired you as a young player: My Mother
Your biggest rugby hero: Courtney Lawes
Your biggest sporting hero outside of rugby: Lebron James
Favourite movie: Hacksaw Ridge
What type of music do you enjoy: I enjoy all types of music
Top three favourite songs: Never Let Go – Jayms, Ai My Lam – Ryan Velvet, and Thunderstruck – ACDC
Droëwors? Biltong? Chillibites?: Chilli Bites
Water – still or sparkling: Still
Do you have a pet: I don’t have a pet with me currently, but I love dogs and have a Jack Russel at home
Favourite drill in the gym or at practice: Bench Press
One day, after rugby … what are your plans: To finish my studies so that I have something behind my name in the future.
Is there a quote you think can influence today’s youth: “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13
