2011 BLACK STICKS MEN'S DEVELOPMENT SQUAD
BIO:
Devon is a determined goalkeeper who is constantly developing his game. The highlight of his hockey career so far is being part of the Kiwi team that placed fourth at the Junior World Cup in 2009.
Devon is a student in Auckland, where he is born and bred.
Name:
Devon Manchester
Nickname:
Maddogg, Dev
Date of Birth:
11.11.1989
Birthplace:
Auckland
Town of Residence:
Auckland
Occupation:
Student
Position:
Goalkeeper
Shirt Number:
N/A
NZ Debut:
N/A
NHL Team:
Auckland
Career High:
Junior World Cup in 2009 in Singapore
Career Low:
Missing selection for U15's in 2005
Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
Going out with friends, being lazy, money
Age you started playing at:
11
Hours of training per week:
10-15
Toughest opponent:
Australia
Who has been most influential in your career:
Parents, Stu Ramage
Strengths:
Speed, agility
Weaknesses:
Too hard on myself at times
Most admired sportsperson:
Tom Brady, Michael Jordan, Michael Schumacher
5 words to describe yourself:
Fun, easy-going, focused, driven, competitve
Hobbies outside of hockey:
Beach, boating, socialising
Favourite TV Show:
Top Gear
Favourite Food:
Meat
Favourite Music:
Depends on what mood I'm in but anything with a good beat
Favourite Book:
Top Gear Magazine
Dislikes:
Losing, people who complain about everything or don't want to work to achieve their goals. Posers.
Advice for young players:
Never give up, hard work will pay off, listen to what people have to say but only use what will work for you.
