Stephan Smit. Picture: Louis Botha
Stephan Smit
‘Karools’
24 years old, born in Pretoria
plays at flank
Previous team: Tuks VC and Bulls Currie Cup
What sports do you enjoy apart from rugby: Cricket and Golf
Who was the one person that inspired you as a young player: I would say that there was a lot of people that motivated me and mentored me but I also believe that there was something about being good in rugby and playing the sport that motivated me
Your biggest rugby hero: Richie McCaw
Your biggest sporting hero outside of rugby? Shaun Pollock
Favourite book: Do It For A Day – Dr Mark Batterson
Favourite movie: Don't really have a favourite, but I like watching movies – any comedy, action and animations
What type of music do you enjoy: Afrikaans and Country
Top three favourite songs: Theuns Jordaan – By Jou, Lee Brice – Soul, Blake Shelton – God's Country
Droëwors? Biltong? Chillibites?: Biltong, Droëwors and Chillibites
Water – still or sparkling: Still
Do you have a pet: I love dogs, but at this stage I don’t have a pet
Favourite drill in the gym or at practice: Bench and shoulders
Least favourite exercise: Jumping Jacks
One day, after rugby ... what are your plans: Hopefully my career will be successful and through this and with my Bcom degree I will build up resources to sustain my family for the future, other wise I will use my degree and go work
Is there a quote you think can motivate today's youth: “I don’t believe in magic I believe in hard work” – Richie McCaw
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