Proteas Stars Share Their Schools Cricket Experiences Before Sa20 National Finals

As the inaugural Schools SA20 National Finals continue in Pretoria, South African cricket stars have taken a moment to reflect on how school cricket played a crucial role in shaping their careers.

The tournament, which runs from March 12 to March 15 at Tuks, showcases the best young talent in the country, providing a platform for future Proteas stars to shine.

School cricket has long been a vital part of the Cricket South Africa CSA pipeline, producing some of the countrys top cricketers, over the years. The tournament brings together elite boys' and girls' teams, each competing for top honors in what promises to be a thrilling week of action.

For many professional cricketers, their journey began on school fields, where they first learned the values of teamwork, perseverance, and hard work. Among them is Proteas fast bowler Lungi Ngidi, who credited school cricket for laying the foundation of his career.

'Playing cricket at school was where it all started for me,' Ngidi said. 'It was an incredible experience that taught me the value of hard work, teamwork, and perseverance. I'm excited to see the next generation of cricketers in action at the Schools SA20.'