Mika Krige, fiery scrumhalf for the Jacaranda Braves, could respond brilliantly to the game unfolding before her.
Unfortunately, her personal game plan kept getting derailed by her violent stepbrother’s threats and a fear of failure that wouldn’t let go. Tiaan Morkel, the charming Buffalo fullback with a reputation for creating chaos with his opinions, offered to help with her box kicks. Mika turned him down — she had enough to deal with. But desperate times called for unlikely teammates, and she might need more than just his kicking advice.
Between training sessions, unexpected truths, and a few sparks on and off the field, Mika recognised more positives in Tiaan than his boasting and broad shoulders. And maybe there was more strength in her than she ever realised. When James resurfaced and became dangerous, Tiaan had to decide whether to stay on the sidelines or play beside Mika until the final whistle.
Every kick-off brought a new opportunity. Mika had to apply this to her personal life, but it was easier said than done.
Kick-off to Love by Elsabe Welman
Kick-off to Love by Elsabe Welman