Sebastian Govender joins SA disabled cricket team

DESPITE being born with physical disabilities, Sebastian Govender's determination and skill have earned him a spot on the South African disabled cricket team after three years of effort.

- MONISHKA GOVENDER

The Tongaat cricketer proves that limitations are only barriers if you let them be.

The 29-year-old, from Belvedere, has been playing cricket from age 11, despite his disability. He was born with a shortened right leg and a crippled right hand. Govender underwent surgery at the age of five, followed by physical therapy and is now able to use his hand and leg.

“I started playing cricket because I wanted to learn about sport but I quickly realised I love cricket. I used to play with my brothers and neighbourhood friends and got good. During my schooling at Golden Steps School, the principal convinced my parents to allow me to play for any club because of my talent,” he said.