Stomers coach John Dobson says he’s extremely proud of Damian Willemse who’s been doing well since his debut at 18.
The 23-year-old will be making his 50th for the Stomers when they take on Zebre at the Danie Craven Stadium on Sunday and his coach has reserved special praise for him.
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Dobson says Willemse remains committed to Stomers despite immense interest from other Unions.
“In 2017, when he made his Currie Cup debut, we went to the Kimberley mine museum. You could pay R40 to find out more about the miners. It was right near the Big Hole. The only player who did that was Damian Willemse,” Dobson said to SA Rugby Magazine
“He was reading a 700-page book about World War II and Hitler in 2017. If there is any charitable cause, any player’s birthday … let alone what he puts in on the training and playing field, he is probably one of the most special people I have had the chance to work with.
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“Anybody who doubts Damian Willemse, I would tell them to meet him or watch him closely on the rugby field or watch him in training. We are extremely proud of where he is. I think there is a question, which is valid, why would other unions come so hard to get him? Then you have to ask another question. Why would Damian Willemse turn them down? It’s not a reflection on us. It’s a reflection of what his passion is and his belief in rugby in this region.
“He grew up here in the hard lands of Strand. He has done incredibly well, so I am proud of his 50th game.”
Source – SA Rugby Magazine
