Giving new meaning to the term ‘a seasoned professional’, 34-year-old Lionel Cronje continues to add heaps of composure to the Hollywoodbets Sharks’ back division. It was never more evident than with his man-of-the-match performance against the Cheetahs in Round 11 of the recent Currie Cup campaign. Cronje not only contributed 15 points with the boot, his tactical nuance was spot on as he played the percentages to perfection. Coach Joey Mongalo praised Cronje for his professionalism, stating that he “leads on and off the field, both with words and actions as well as preparation…”