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Charlotte Harrison

 

   

 

BIO:
 Charlotte became one of youngest players ever selected for the Black Sticks in 2005 when she made her debut against Australia as a 16-year-old. She is a rare talent on attack with an intelligent tactical mind. Charlotte uses speed and vision to her advantage and has the uncanny ability to get herself into prime position in front of goal. She has quickly become a talismanic member of the Black Sticks.

Name:                                                 
  Charlotte Harrison

Nickname:                                          
   Lottie

Date of Birth:                                     
   31-07-89

Birthplace:                                         
   Palmerston North

Town of Residence:                         
   North Harbour

Occupation:                                       
   Student

Position:                                             
   Striker

Shirt Number:                                                
   28

NZ Debut:                                           
   2005 vs Australia

NHL Team:                                         
   Northland


Career High:                                      
   Winning the Silver medal at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi.

Career Low:                                       
   Losing bronze medal match at Commonwealth Games 2006

Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:                        
   Chilling with mates, less family time

Age you started playing at:              
   8

Hours of Training per week:                       
   15+

Toughest Opponent:                                   
   China, Korea

Who has been most influential in your career:                             
   Parents, Grant McLeod, Black Sticks management

Strengths:                                          
   Attacking

Weaknesses:                                     
   Defending

Most Admired Sportsperson:                      
   Michael Jordan, Carlos Spencer

Hobbies Outside of Hockey:                       
   Touch, going to the beach

5 Words to Describe Yourself:       
   Relaxed, lazy at times, fun

Favourite TV Show:                          
   Shortland Street, Greys Anatomy

Favourite Food:                                
   Sushi, butter chicken, most naughty foods!

Favourite Music:                               
   Chillies, Shapeshifter

Favourite Book:                                
   Don't read a lot

Dislikes:                                             
   Mean people, mushrooms

Advice for Young Players:               
   Practice makes perfect, so practice how you want to play