Joseph Dweba: age, wife, current team, stats, salary, profiles, net worth
It is said that life is what you make of it; you either go big or do not go at all. The life of Joseph Dweba tells a tale of hard work, determination, strong will and a dream, a very big dream. The rugby player has gone on to change the narrative on the field. Many have underestimated his game, but when he gets on the field, it is a do or die duel for him.
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A new coach saw a fire in a young boy and awoke a deep-seated passion. The coach, Mr Badenhorst, ensured that Joseph was taken where he needed to go and did not sleep hungry for four years. He was tough on others but had a soft spot for the young boy.
Joseph Dweba profile summary
- Birth name: Joseph Dweba
- Place of birth: Carletonville, South Africa
- Date of birth: 25th October 1995
- Joseph Dweba's age: 25 years as of 2020
- Zodiac sign: Capricorn
- Gender: Male
- Joseph Dweba's height: 5 ft 11 in (1.8 m)
- Weight: 238 lbs (108 kgs)
- Hair colour: Black
- Joseph Dweba's nationality: South African
- Education: Hoërskool Florida, Roodepoort, Hoërskool Jan Viljoen, Randfontein
- Profession: Rugby union player
- Current team: Bordeaux
- Teams played for: Golden Lions, Free State Cheetahs, Bloemfontein Crusaders, Free State XV, Cheetahs, Bordeaux
- Position: Hooker
- Instagram: @josephdweba
- Twitter: @josephdweba2
Joseph Dweba biography
The rugby player was born in Carletonville, South Africa, on 25th October 1995. He came from a very humble background where he lived in an informal settlement with his two siblings. His father worked in the gold mines, whereas his mother worked in a kitchen.
Joseph Dweba's high school
He attended a variety of high schools namely Hoërskool Florida, Roodepoort, Hoërskool Jan Viljoen, and Randfontein. While growing up, he was bullied by the older kids in his neighbourhood until he began working on his sport which became his weapon.
Joseph Dweba's wife is not always in the limelight. However, he shared a photo with her and the young son Little Khayone'nkosi.
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Career
It is incredible how much a small ray of hope can transform an entire life. Mr Badenhorst was the new coach in town at the time, and he fired up the rugby player's dream and was someone he could lean on. The player stated,
He is hardcore Afrikaans, but he had a soft spot for me. I did not understand what he was doing in my life, picking me up, taking me home, buying me food. Only now as I sit back do I realise that this guy had a huge impact on my life to get to where I am today.
The player's career steadily grew, and even though other coaches down the line could not see him, he proved to them that he was a force to be reckoned with.
Joseph Dweba's Sharks advantage came with Mbonambi to the team. With Mbonambi gone, Dweba is high on the Stormers’ wish list.
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The Springboks is set to make ten changes for the Rugby Championship open against Argentina. The Rugby player, who is well-recognised for his mobile hooker skills, is set to be playing in the new line.
Joseph Dweba highlights
The following are Joseph Dweba's stats based on the competitions he has played:
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One good fortune can change your entire life, and that was true with Joseph Dweba's life. For now, he plays for Bordeaux and that is a step closer to Joseph Dweba's Springbok's dream whose jersey he promised Mr Badenhorst. His fans cannot wait to see what he has in store for them in this second half of the year.
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