Vryheid Rugby Club Player Profile – Meet Mornè Els
Which team do you look forward to playing the most and why? "Newcastle. I used to play for them."
Vryheid Rugby Club player profile
Name: Mornè Els
Date of birth: May 4, 1976
Position: Hooker
Height: 1,78m
Weight: 100kg
Current profession: Sales Manager
Relationship Status: It’s complicated.
Favourite colour: White
Favourite food: A good steak. Rare to medium.
Favourite drink: Ice cold Coke
Favourite sportsman: “My son, Krynu Els.”
Favourite band or musician: “Def Leppard.”
Rugby achievements: “Northern Natal; KZN Schools and Vryheid first team.”
What song is playing in your car at the moment?
“‘It’s My Life’ by Bon Jovi.”
Which team do you look forward to playing the most and why?
“Newcastle. I used to play for them.”
What is your best quality on the field?
“I have a high work rate and I like to irritate the other players.”
What’s the best way to spend a weekend?
“With my kids on the farm.”
What has been the best advice that you have received?
“Work hard, play hard.”
What advice would you give the next generation?
“Work hard, stay humble and always give of your best.”
Using four words, how would you describe yourself?
“Honest, hardworking, humble and sincere.”
