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BIO:
Arun is an up-and-coming star in the Black Sticks midfield. He was a standout for the Junior Black Sticks at the World Cup in 2009 - a performance which led to his top level debut later that year at the Azlan Shah tournament. Arun has a phenomenal work-rate and is just as impressive off the ball as he is on it.
Name:
Arun Panchia
Nickname:
Magic
Date of Birth:
22.04.89
Birthplace:
Auckland
Town of Residence:
Auckland
Occupation:
Student
Position:
Midflielder / Defender
Shirt Number:
24
NZ Debut:
vs Pakistan Azlan Shah 2009
NHL Team:
Auckland
Career High:
Making Semi-finals at Junior World Cup, Winning World Cup Qualifier in November 2009
Career Low:
Losing JWC Semi-final, Losing Oceania Cup 2009
Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
Too many to list
Age you started playing at:
5
Hours of Training per week:
15-20
Toughest Opponent:
Australia
Who has been most influential in your career:
Parents, Peter Miskimmin
Strengths:
Receipt, work rate
Weaknesses:
Ball speed
Most Admired Sportsperson:
Kobe Bryant, Tom Brady
Hobbies Outside of Hockey:
Hanging out with family and mates, watching NFL, NBA, NRL, Playstation
5 Words to Describe Yourself:
Competitive, relaxed, determined, focused, motivated
Favourite TV Show:
Family Guy
Favourite Food:
Burger Fuel
Favourite Music:
NZ Music
Favourite Book:
Diary of a Champion
Dislikes:
Injuries, losing
Advice for Young Players:
Train hard, try and learn or improve something every time to play or train
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