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BIO:
Dean is a vastly experienced defender who has played more than 200 games for New Zealand. He was appointed as captain to the Black Sticks Men in November 2011, prior to the men's Champions Trophy in Auckland, NZ. He made his debut against Malaysia in 2001 and has developed into an extraordinarily organised player in the backfield. Dean’s awareness, vision and ability to deliver precision passes to players on the run make him one of the best in the business.
Name:
Dean Couzins
Nickname:
Deano or Turkey
Date of Birth:
09-06-1981
Birthplace:
Christchurch
Town of Residence:
Auckland
Occupation:
Position:
Defender
Shirt Number:
8
NZ Debut:
2001 v Malaysia
NHL Team:
Auckland
Career High:
Silver & Bronze Medals 2002 & 2006 Commonwealth Games. Olympic Games 2004 & 2008.
Career Low:
Losing NHL finals 2002 & 2003
Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
A LOT but well worth it!
Age you started playing at:
4 years old
Hours of Training per week:
Never enough
Toughest Opponent:
Australia
Who has been most influential in your career:
Family, Lee Munt, Kevin Towns, Trevor Lawrence, other Blackstick players
Strengths:
Passing, organising
Weaknesses:
Controlling the beast
Most Admired Sportsperson:
Roger Federer, fellow Black Sticks players
5 Words to Describe Yourself:
Honest, reliable, loyal, procrastinator, massive
Hobbies Outside of Hockey:
Reading, relaxing with friends
Favourite TV Show:
Watching Liverpool FC play
Favourite Food:
Burgerfuel, Thai Food
Favourite Music:
Pearl Jam, The Black Seeds and anything New Zealand
Favourite Book:
Lee Child books
Dislikes:
Bad manners
Advice for Young Players:
WORK HARD!
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