Tusker youngster Teddy Dok is keen on becoming the latest player to make an impactful transition from the club’s youth team to the senior one.The Brewers have, in the past, been promoting outstanding players from the junior side with some of the graduates going on to win titles with the senior side.Eric Zakayo, Jon Njuguna, Jimmy Mbugua, and Edwin Simiyu are some of the players, who rose through Tusker Youth and themselves a name at the big stage.##NAJAVA_MECA_8547644##Dok, who was promoted before the start of the season, is itching to follow in the footsteps of the successful Tusker Youth graduates.“I’m patiently waiting for my opportunity,I know it will come, and I’ve been working hard to be ready. My focus is on staying in the best shape while I wait for that moment,” he said in an interview with club media.The 20-year-old draws inspiration from teammate Edwin Simiyu, who also made the leap from the Youth Team.“What motivates me is Edu. He was promoted and didn’t play for a while, but when his chance came, he took it and played really well. I know my time will come too, and when it does, I’ll be ready,” he added.CS Murkomen explains abandoning Ababu Namwamba’s flagship projectSpeaking on his transition, Dok, who has so far been included in the match day squad once, says it has not been a smooth ride.The change in pace and physicality was challenging at first, but the midfielder quickly adapted after training with the first-team players.“I was already familiar with the environment because we interacted with senior players even when I was with the Youth Team. The adaptation wasn’t that difficult, though it was challenging at the start. But now, I feel like I’m on a different level,” he explains.Forgotten Nzoia Sugar defender to miss rest of season despite resuming trainingLooking back, Dok reflects on his journey: “I always knew that one day I would play for the senior team. Even when I was in the Youth Team, I believed in myself and worked hard for that goal. What surprised me was how quickly the promotion came. I didn’t expect it so soon, but I’m very grateful for the opportunity.”He credits the senior midfielders for helping him improve his game. “I really appreciate their guidance. They correct me and show me how I can improve, and I’ve learned so much from them and the coaches. It’s helped me become a better player.”
