Here is an icon who straddles both schools of thought.
A reluctant hero who was thrust into the first row of sport at an early age and who had to embrace being in the forefront of society with the utmost humility.
Captain courageous is both a marvel and epitome of unity who stitched together the nation in very turbulent times through his feats and leadership.
John Smit led a team that laid to rest that myth that the initial Springbok Rugby World Cup win was a fluke by recapturing the coveted William Webb Ellis trophy a second time in 4 editions.
His humility will not allow him to talk about his exploits as he prefers to focus on nation building and empowerment.
But how does one ignore a 111 international caps and a legendary win ration of over 70% as captain at the highest level. John Smit is just pure, raw South African styled inspiration. A hero to be saluted by all and sundry.
With John Smit making the transition into management we can rest assured that the vision of a truly united and solidly woven Rainbow Nation as envisaged by liberations icons is in indeed in good hands.
Some say leaders are born and some say that leaders are not born but shaped by their circumstances.
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