Henriette Ishimwe celebrates a crucial win during a game
Patrick Nzabonimpa
Thursday, March 30, 2023
In a country where cricket is increasingly gaining admiration despite being one of the newest in Rwanda, 19-year-old Henriette Ishimwe is defying the odds and making a name for herself in the game with her impressive skills and passion for the sport.
Growing up, Ishimwe didn’t envision herself playing cricket, a sport that was relatively unknown in Rwanda. However, at the age of 13, she started playing with other children at Ndera Primary School and found herself enjoying the game.
She said her friends played a significant role in influencing her decision to follow cricket until she found herself loving the game which she never dreamed of playing. Volleyball was her first choice sport during her early high school days.