Injured: 26 August 2017 while playing for Cedarberg Akademia High School. Following a three month rehabilitation at the Western Cape Rehabilitation Centre Jacques enrolled in the Jan Kriel School in Kuilsrivier in Cape Town where he completed his Matric in 2019. The Fund was able to assist Jacques in this process by ensuring that he has reliable transport to school and back home on a weekly basis. Jacques has built a reputation in his community as a talented IT software enthusiast. He earns an income through his skills in gaming, DJ’ing at clubs and farm events, and producing music. Looking ahead, Jacques is eager to enrol in a childcare course and explore opportunities in the world of cryptocurrency. Jacques had the opportunity to take on the role as the mascot to go out with the Springboks against Australia in 2025. Jacques currently lives in Clan William with his Mother.
