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BLACK Rhinos midfielder, Gift Saunyama, says it feels good to be back playing football again after almost a two-year absence.
Saunyama had stopped playing professional football because of Covid-19 to pursue other projects away from the game.
“It feels good to be back because I missed football a lot.
“I wasn’t really happy and realised that I needed to finish what I started for me not to live with regrets.
“When I stopped playing, I had started a few projects which needed my presence to monitor.
“I also wanted to pursue my other career.
“I graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Marketing and a Post Grad Diploma in Customer Relations Management.
“Those lockdown days opened my eyes as there was no football action, so I thought it was a perfect chance for a career change,” he said.
He has now re-joined Black Rhinos on a two-year deal and said he chose them because he understands their culture.
“There were so many offers, but Rhinos is my home and I didn’t want a new team where it would have taken me time to adapt to their culture.
“It feels good to have re-joined Rhinos and I want to stay for a long time with them because they gave me another chance.
“My objective this season is to enjoy myself and to help guide my younger teammates to achieve what I failed to achieve.
“I know I was not playing professionally for about two years, but I was active because I really love football.
“The pre-season camp in Gweru really helped me to shape up.
“When you are in camp, you have enough time to train and get to your level best. ,” said Saunyama.
Mathew Masinge
Online Reporter