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Rhiannon Dennison

 

   

 

 

BIO:
  The youngest player in the Black Sticks, Rhiannon is one of the stars of the future. The striker is a strong tackler on the ball, is superbly fit and possesses excellent game knowledge for someone of her age.

Growing up in a softball-mad family, Rhiannon has changed the bat for a stick and helped the Junior Black Sticks to a bronze at the 2010 Youth Olympics.

She is now a student in Auckland and plays for North Harbour in the National Hockey League.

Name:                                                 
  Rhiannon Dennison

Nickname:                                          
  Rhi

Date of Birth:                                     
  14/04/93

Birthplace:                                         
  North Shore, Auckland

Town of Residence:                         
  Auckland

Occupation:                                       
  Student

Position:                                             
  Striker

Shirt Number:                                                
  -

NZ Debut:                                           
  USA Tour (September 2011)

NHL Team:                                         
  North Harbour

Career High:                                      
  Black Sticks selection, 3rd at Youth Olympic Games 2010

Career Low:                                       
  Getting compartment sydrome at age 14.

Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:                        
  Not always being able to see friends and family.

Age you started playing at:              
  5

Hours of Training per week:                       
  During season 8-13 hours

Toughest Opponent:                                   
  -

Who has been most influential in your career:                             
  Many previous and current coaches, my family and friends

Most Admired Sportsperson:                      
  Jamie Dwyer

Hobbies Outside of Hockey:                       
  Any sports

5 Words to Describe Yourself:       
  -

Favourite TV Show:                          
  Neighbours, Home and Away

Favourite Food:                                
  Chocolate Milk, Sushi

Favourite Music:                               
  Drum n Base, Dubstep

Favourite Book:                                
  Breaking Dawn - Twilight Series

Dislikes:                                             
  House work

Advice for Young Players:               
  When you put in the hard work and effort, the rewards come.