Two promising players from South Western Districts, Hanno Kotze (wicket keeper/batsman) and Otneill Baartman (fast bowler) were included in the Warriors Academy team for the Cricket South Africa franchise Academies tournament that will be hosted in Potchefstroom between 3 and 8 March.
Kotze, from NMMU who have a limited over average of 49 for SWD made his first class debut for SWD last season. Baartman from Union Stars, who burst onto the scene this season, was one of the heroes of the SWD Academy team made his debut for SWD the past season. The Warriors franchise team will be coached by André du Plessis – the SWD High Performance coach.
