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BIO:
Clarissa’s talents are valued at both ends of the turf for the Black Sticks. She is one of the defensive rocks in the back-field, and she is also the team’s designated drag flick expert at penalty corners.
Clarissa is also strong on the ball with a powerful strike and has developed a very accurate overhead pass in her more than 100 matches for her country.
A student in Hamilton, Clarissa is originally from the home of hockey – the Netherlands, where she played in the Dutch national youth side.
Name:
Clarissa Eshuis
Date of Birth:
18/03/1987
Birthplace:
Hamilton
Residence:
Hamilton
NHL Team:
Midlands
Position:
Defender
Occupation:
Sport and Exercise Science
NZ Debut:
2005 Series against USA
Career High:
Winning Champions Challenge 2005, Commonwealth Games 2006. Dutch League (2006-2008). Winning World Cup Qualifying Tournament 2009.
Career Low:
Not being selected in 2007.
Favourite Food:
Dried fruits, nuts, yoghurt and dark chocolate
Favourite Music:
Too many to mention - depends on my mood.
Most admired sportsperson::
Sven Kramer
Who has been the most influential in your career:
My family, Bruce Rosemergy
Strengths:
Hitting, over heads
Weaknesses:
Elimination skills
Dislikes:
Losing, injuries and people who lie.
Advice for young players:
Someone's always watching. Play for yourself, because of the love for the sport and not for anyone else.
