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Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story Free Ebook FREEBLOOD SWEAT AND TREASON: MY STORY EBOOK Henry Olonga | 280 pages | 19 Jul 2010 | Vision Sports Publishing Ltd | 9781905326815 | English | London, United Kingdom Blood, Sweat and Treason, Henry Olonga - Shop Online for Books in Fiji Henry Olonga was the first black player on the Zimbabwean national cricket team and youngest-ever player to represent his homeland at international level. He received death threats and was shamed locally for his actions, unable to return to his homeland. Henry then moved to England and was in demand as a sports commentator. Henry Olonga is a wonderful mix of conviction and charm. A truly interesting, inspiring and entertaining character. He moved to London as a sports commentator. Henry Olonga achieved international recognition along with team mate Andy Flower Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story by wearing a black armband in a Cricket World Cup match to protest against the policies Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story Zimbabwe's government, led by Robert Mugabe. This act led to death threats which forced him to retire from international cricket and temporarily go into hiding. The first black cricketer and youngest-ever player to represent Zimbabwe at international level, Henry Olonga came back from being called for throwing in a Test in early and rebuilt his action completely. Henry sought advice from Dennis Lillee, modified his action slightly and the question marks disappeared. At full pace he was rated as the fastest bowler in the country but also one of the least accurate, with a tendency to bowl more no-balls and wides than most. He also had difficulties with injury. His ability as a strike bowler was shown in the tour of Pakistan when he ripped through the experienced Pakistan top-order to set up a win in the first Test. He fled Zimbabwe and found a new Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story in England where he was in demand as a media pundit and commentator. Life in Robert Mugabe's Zimbabwe How to bounce back from initial failure. It is not how you start but more importantly how you finish How to live a well rounded life Singing performances Living life as a jack of all trades and master of none Goal setting and personal motivation Finding your vocation in life Garnering a fresh perspective on life. Fascinating story, high energy, very funny and amazing voice! Probably one of the best speakers we have ever had. A professional delight, Henry was a brilliant, engaging speaker with amazing, jaw dropping talent. Henry is a brilliant and able presenter. Cornerstone College. Excellent — very interesting story and fantastic voice!! Frank Knight Australia. All Rights Reserved. View Shortlist. Close menu. Henry Olonga. Key Points Topics Biography Testimonials Key Points Henry Olonga was the first black player on the Zimbabwean national cricket team and youngest-ever player to represent his homeland at international level. Biography Henry Olonga achieved international recognition along with team mate Andy Flower in by wearing a black armband in a Cricket World Cup match to protest against the policies of Zimbabwe's government, led by Robert Mugabe. Testimonials Fascinating story, high energy, very funny and amazing voice! Breville Henry is a brilliant and able presenter. Cornerstone College Excellent — very interesting story and fantastic voice!! Speakers you may find interesting. Tom Boyd Kicking goals for positive mental Read More. Michelle Cowan Breaking down barriers that surround Read More. Jelena Dokic The inspiring story behind one Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story More. Enquire about Henry Olonga :. I'm looking for:. Hire Henry Olonga | Former Zimbabwean Cricketer | Speaker Agent Former Zimbabwean cricketer, Henry Olonga, made waves when he became the youngest and first black cricketer to play for his country, reflecting his tremendous strength and determination. Over the course of his career, he has played for a number of teams in various tournaments, all of which combine to give him a knowledge of the sport that many can only dream of. After studying at Rhodes Estate Preparatory School, Henry played for the Partridges, which is the Zimbabwe national primary schools cricket team. In a match against the English team, Brighton College, Henry scored an amazing runs, as well as taking 8 wickets for 15 runs. Making his domestic career debut in March ofHenry played in the Logan Cup for Matabeleland, against opponents, Mashonaland, taking 5 wickets. UntilHenry played domestic first-class cricket for Matabeleland before moving to Mashonaland A, playing there until Prior to Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story inhe played for Manicaland. Regarded as one of the fastest bowlers in international crickethis invaluable representation as his nation's first black cricketer sent ripples throughout the sport. Additionally, Henry helped the team win their first overseas Test inagainst the formidable Pakistan. Whilst playing for his country, Henry took 68 wickets and boasted a bowling average of His book, Blood, Sweat and Treasonwhich discusses his controversial advocacy for democracy in Zimbabwe, was longlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year in Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story a first-class cricket speakerHenry can cover a range of topics, both politically, personally and professionally. With experience playing at top-level cricket, his first-hand experience of achieving peak performance makes him a valuable addition to any event. To book Henry Olonga as the speaker for your corporate event, function or conference, contact The Motivational Speakers Agency using the contact details below:. Enquiry form motivationalagent championsukplc. Henry Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story. Book Henry Olonga Today! Book your motivational speaker today! Cricket Speaker. Back to 'Cricket Speakers'. To book Henry Olonga as the speaker for your corporate event, function or conference, contact The Motivational Speakers Agency using the contact details below: Enquiry form motivationalagent championsukplc. Please note we do not accept requests for autographs personal messages or video messages. Request a callback Speak to a member of the Motivational Speakers Team about booking the perfect speaker. Would you like to receive newsletters from The Motivational Speakers Agency? Would you like to Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story newsletters? Event Location i. Date Required. Do you have a specific speaker in mind? How did you hear about us? Top 10 Hosts for Your Awards Ceremony. Blood Sweat And Treason: My Story by Henry Olonga Click here to the index of sports autobiographies. When I was seven I was I had an in-built sense that people could not be trusted. Remember, too, that I had been moved from pillar to post and had had very little stability in my life. I remember one teacher telling us that if we heard a shot it meant that we were still alive, that we would never hear the bullet that Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story us. Mr Lowe saw some potential in me and made me work hard, telling me that I had the ability to become another Carl Lewis if I wanted it badly enough. I remember watching the Olympic Games on an old black-and-white TV and seeing Lewis win all those medals, and it really inspired me. I was late for dinner and just wanted to get away but I learnt that anything worth pursuing in life needs commitment. I have always responded well to mentors but I have also been mindful, subconsciously, that they always leave. They come for a time into my life and then they are gone. I have always believed that it is correct to show some respect to your elders, but Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story they have to earn it in some way? Like everybody else, I had bought into the fact that it was OK to pummel somebody we felt had let us down but seeing him in tears stirred something in me, and I felt genuine compassion for this poor boy. It struck me that there Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story some pretty dreadful things going on in the world if you could be singled out just because of the colour of your skin. I felt in my heart that I had heard the truth I was seeking. So, at the age of 16 on 12th DecemberI decided to become a Christian. I felt free and at peace with God. If ever there was a man I looked up to, a man I wanted to do well for, it was Atherton Squires, and now he was gone. My sporting dreams were shattered. I had been appointed head boy, which gave me the perfect opportunity to try to leave a positive legacy and I thought it would be great to try to change that. It is amazing how something that can seem insignificant in your teens Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story go on to shape your entire life. So I Blood Sweat and Treason: My Story up my ankle and bowled through the pain, taking a few wickets in a rain-affected match but nonetheless impressing the selectors in the process. It was a lesson to me that sometimes you just have to play through discomfort. I bowled hard, but I bowled fair, and I got no enjoyment out of trying to hit a tailender unless they started getting smart. But unless you can get an expert in biomechanics who can come in and fix it for you, or at least point you in the right direction, you are just going to keep doing what comes naturally to you, whether that be right or wrong. The only thing that was stopping me was how I wanted to be remembered. As you go through life you come across inspirational characters like this guy, people who have suffered the very worst that life can throw at them but who keep smiling, have a positive outlook and rise above it.
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