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Blair Tarrant

 


BIO:
 
Big things are tipped for this skillful defender and it is likely he will take over from Blair Hopping as one of the team’s key defenders.

Blair is not easily fazed and has great composure under pressure. As well as raw talent, he possesses strong dribbling skills and an impressive knowledge of the game.

Originally from Dunedin, Blair is now studying in Auckland. He made his debut in 2010.

Name:
 Blair Tarrant

Nickname:
 Taz, BT

Date of Birth:
 11.05.1990

Town of Residence:
 Wellington

Occupation:
 Student

Position:
 Defender

Shirt Number:
 22

NZ Debut:
 2010 against Germany

NHL Team:
 Southern

Career High:
 Winning a bronze medal at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Career Low:
 Losing Junior World Cup semi-final

Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
 Living away from friends and family.

Age you started playing at:
 10

Hours of training per week:
 14

Toughest Opponent:
 Australia

Who has been most influential in your career:
 My family, all the coach's who have given their time to help me out.

Strengths:
 Tackling

Weaknesses:
 My back

Most admired Sportsperson:
 Rafael Nadal, Muhammed Ali

5 Words to describe yourself:
 Determined, Competitive, Fun, Honest, Friendly

Hobbies outside of hockey:
 Hanging with mates back home, BYC (Back Yard Cricket)

Favourite TV Show:
 Friends, Entourage

Favourite Food:
 Pizza

Favourite Music:
 New Zealand Music

Favourite Book:
 The Power of One

Dislikes:
 Losing, injuries

Advice for young players:
 If you have a set back, don't give up, keep trying and you will achieve your goal.