Kolisi pays tribute to man for life-altering bursary

Cape Town - Springbok captain Siya Kolisi went to New York to pay tribute to a man who gave him a life-altering high school bursary.  

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Kolisi was the recipient of a Vincent Mai bursary, which allowed him to attend Grey High in Port Elizabeth.

Last month, Kolisi led South Africa to the World Cup title when they beat England 32-12 in the final of the prestigious tournament in Yokohama.

The 28-year-old revealed his gratitude to Mai and stated without the bursary, he may not be where he is today.

"Vincent is a fellow Grey boy and has invested in 100's of kids in SA through bursaries, majority of the time without ever meeting them," Kolisi wrote on Instagram.

"I was 1 of those kids. Without the opportunity, there is no way I'd be where I am today.

"He sowed into my life without ever knowing what would come from it, and I couldn't be more grateful."

Kolisi also stated that he will work together with Mai on a project in the future.

The South African recently signed with Rap artist Jay-Z's sport management company, Roc Nation Sports. 

Kolisi and his wife have been on a whirlwind trip of America over the festive period. 

- Compiled by Lynn Butler

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Rachel and I have spent 2 days in NYC with Vincent and his wife Annie. Vincent is a fellow Grey boy and has invested in 100's of kids in SA through bursaries, majority of the time without ever meeting them. I was 1 of those kids. Without the opportunity, there is no way I'd be where I am today. He sowed into my life without ever knowing what would come from it, and I couldnt be more grateful. I'm so honored to have spent some time with him and his family. I’m so excited for the work we’re about to do in South Africa ???? together. Proverbs 11:25 A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.

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