Matthis Bathe, Knights U16’s Scrum Half Has A Choosday Chat
Arabian Knights Scrum Half – Matthis Bathe talks idols, favourite food and proudest moments.
FACT FILE
Age: 15
Born: Dubai, UAE
Club: Arabian Knights RFC
Position: Scrum/Fly Half
Height: 167cm
Weight: 57kg
“I’d like to understand how difficult a full game of rugby is for a prop”
Who or what inspired you to play rugby?
My idols when I was growing up were Jonny Wilkinson and Danny Care. However there were many coaches such as Apollo Perellini and John Taimana who encouraged me to continue playing and practicing.
Do you have any nicknames?
Some of my friends call me Mathitha.
What do you get up to in your spare time?
In my spare time I either play video games, do homework or play around outside.
Do you have any hidden talents?
I love languages and can speak French, Spanish and Arabic.
Who does the cooking at home?
Mainly it’s my Mum but sometimes my Dad cooks.
What would you like to do when you leave school?
I would love to be a Chemical Engineer when I’m older, that would be pretty cool.
If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
I would like to be able to control time and I’d travel into the future to see what it’s like.
Have you had any injuries whilst playing rugby?
I haven’t had any major injuries, but I have strained some ligaments in my fingers.
If you could be one of your team-mates, who would it be and why?
I would like to be Umberto and understand how difficult a full game of rugby is for a prop.
Who’s the best dancer in the Arabian Knights.
The best dancer is probably Dan Okenome, he’s got some moves!
What are the best things about being part of the the Knights RFC?
The best things about the Knights Rugby Club is that we are so close, like a family.
What’s your favourite food?
My favourite food is pepperoni pizza.
What do you miss most about back home?
I miss the cold weather and the ability to train at the local rugby pitch whenever I’d like.
Whats been your proudest moment playing rugby in the Dubai?
My proudest moment playing rugby in Dubai was when my team won the HSBC league in U10s.
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