Dreams do come true

“Hard work beats talent if talent doesn’t work hard,” says Gino Wilson. So often, we are reminded by those who have reached the stars that reaching your dreams is always possible. One such recent example is 20-year-old Gino Wilson, a first year Geomatics student at Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), who was hand-picked to be part of the Namibian National Rugby team currently playing for the World Rugby Nations Cup in Bucharest Romania. With a good head on his shoulders and a grounded attitude, it would seem Gino is destined for great things. In a recent interview he reveals what drives him to success and what he hopes for the future. When did your interest in Rugby start?I started playing in the sixth grade, I was 12 and I played for my Nautilus Primary School in Luderitz. At 20 you are now pursuing a Bachelor in Geomatics, why bother with a degree, why not pursue professional rugby full-time?“One cannot rely on any sport as one’s only career path because anything can happen, including getting seriously and permanently injured. Therefore, a degree can be used as something to fall back on.” So what are you future plans for your studies?“I would like to finish the degree and become a professional surveyor. “I notice that your status on WhatsApp is a bible verse, what role has your faith played in your life and sporting career?“My faith has played a big role in my rugby career. In Philippians 4:13 the Almighty promises that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. That verse is living proof that the Almighty is always by my side because I have never experienced any serious or long-term injuries.” What has been your favourite part about travelling to Romania?“I have had the opportunity to play with professional rugby players born in Namibia, and the opportunity to visit the largest parliament building in the world, the Romanian Parliament.” What advice would you give youngsters starting out where you did?“Prioritise, focus and be disciplined in all aspects of life. And always remember that hard work beats talent if talent doesn’t work hard.” Kumbi Chitenderu

Dreams do come true

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