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BIO:
Krystal has forged a glowing reputation for herself based on consistency and hard work. One of the Black Sticks’ top performers at the Beijing Olympics, her game is built around speed and agility. Krystal is a unique striker who never backs down from a challenge and always backs herself 100 percent.
Name:
Krystal Dianna Forgesson
Nickname:
Krys
Date of Birth:
07-09-1982
Birthplace:
Auckland
Town of Residence:
Auckland
Occupation:
Student
Position:
Striker
Shirt Number:
3
NZ Debut:
v Australia, Indira Gandhi Tournament 2005
NHL Team:
Auckland
Career High:
Winning the Silver Medal at the Commonwealth Games 2010 in Delhi.
Career Low:
Losing 3-4 playoff at Commonwealth Games 2006 and not qualifying for 2006 World Cup
Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
Limited time for friends and family, money and career
Age you started playing at:
5
Hours of Training per week:
Anywhere from 7-30 hours per week
Toughest Opponent:
Argentina
Who has been most influential in your career:
Ramesh Patel, Tina Bell-Kake
Strengths:
Work rate & ability to put opposition defense under pressure.
Weaknesses:
Thoroughness in shots at goal, tackling
Most Admired Sportsperson:
Richie McCaw - the way he leads by example
Hobbies Outside of Hockey:
Squash, touch, learning to surf and spending time with friends and family
5 Words to Describe Yourself:
Competitive, Active, Tidy, Helpful, Loyal
Favourite TV Show:
Grey's Anatomy
Favourite Food:
Everything
Favourite Music:
Mostly everything
Favourite Book:
Scar Tissue by Anthony Keidis
Dislikes:
Losing, injuries, Auckland traffic
Advice for Young Players:
Be yourself and have fun in whatever you do.
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