Highlanders sends condolence message to Streak family

HIGHLANDERS FC have sent a heartfelt condolence message to the Streak family following the death of Zimbabwe Cricket icon, Heath Streak on Sunday morning at his family farm at Enthokozweni in Inyathi.

Streak succumbed to cancer at the age of 49 and will be remembered as one of the country’s greatest cricketers. In a statement from Bosso Chairperson Johnfat Sibanda, the club described Streak as a gentle giant whose legacy will be cherished forever.

“The Highlanders Football Club family would like to take this opportunity to convey its heartfelt condolences to the Streak family following the demise of a cricket legend and club benefactor, Heath Streak who took his last breath on Sunday.

“Heath, who won many hearts through his amazing talent, first as a player and later on as a coach, leaves behind a very rich legacy that deserves a special place in the Zimbabwean sporting ecosystem. The club shall always remember Heath for his unwavering love and support for the club, which he demonstrated by being always available every time the club reached out to him for help.

“As sad as the loss is, we shall not forget to celebrate the life of the gentle giant for it was well lived and he leaves behind a rich legacy that shall be cherished forever by generations to come. We say Rest in Peace, Hamba kahle Streaky,” read the statement from Sibanda. – @brandon_malvin