Wednesday, August 12, 2009
His life:
Natanga was born in South Africa on March 26, 1996. He and his family came to Charlottesville in 2006. He attended school at Jack Jouett and was an Honor Roll Student. He began playing soccer for SOCA in the spring of 2008, playing on the U12, U13 and U14 travel teams. In addition to being a talented athlete, Ntanga also enjoyed playing the violin. His mother described him as a loving and supportive son – always helping at home without ever being asked. He was a patient and caring big brother and inspiring role model for his younger siblings. A recent and lasting memory for family and friends is of their trip to Busch Gardens where fearless Ntanga delighted in riding his favorite roller coaster, The Griffon. Margaret recalls the night of August 11th just before Ntanga’s practice. During his dinner, he asked repeatedly if it was time yet for him to leave for practice. Energetic and enthusiastic, Ntanga died doing what he truly loved.
we will remember u always ntanga
ReplyDeleteWe will never understand why the Good Lord chose this time, but may we find solace and take some comfort in the fact that Ntanga was called to leave this world while doing what he loved to do so much...
ReplyDeleteLakota Armstrong
ReplyDeleteI play for AFC u-14, I have played against Ntanga several times and I loved playing against him. He is a really good player and a awsome competitor. I always looked forward to playing against him. Its sad cause I think he could of went really far with soccer in his career. I did not know him personally but he seemed like a really good person from the way he acted on the field. He will surely be missed on and off the field. My prayers are with his family and friends.