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Clarissa Eshuis

    


  BIO:
With more than 50 international caps, Clarissa is one of the defensive rocks in the Black Sticks’ back-field. She made her debut in 2005 and that year went on to help the Black Sticks win the Champions Challenge. Clarissa is strong on the ball with a powerful strike and has developed a valuable aptitude for accurate overhead passes. She is also the team’s designated drag flick expert and often scores goals from penalty corners.

  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.