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BIO:
Kyle made his New Zealand debut against Malaysia in 2001 and has been the Black Sticks’ number one goalkeeper since the retirement of Paul Woolford in 2008. His greatest asset is speed and agility along with the valuable ability to react and recompose himself in second-chance shot situations. Kyle plays with huge passion and has a terrific tactical mind which has been put to good use during two Olympic campaigns.
Name:
Kyle Pontifex
Nickname:
Bear
Date of Birth:
05-02-1980
Birthplace:
Wellington
Town of Residence:
Wellington
Occupation:
Database Engineer
Position:
Goal Keeper
Shirt Number:
17
NZ Debut:
2001 v Malaysia
NHL Team:
Wellington
Career High:
Every time I take the field for the Black Sticks
Career Low:
Nothing worth dwelling on
Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
Moved to Auckland 3 times
Age you started playing at:
11
Hours of Training per week:
20
Toughest Opponent:
Australia
Who has been most influential in your career:
Friends and family
Strengths:
Speed
Weaknesses:
-
Most Admired Sportsperson:
Eddy Merckx
Hobbies Outside of Hockey:
Cycling
5 Words to Describe Yourself:
High Maintenance – Honest – Sharp – Committed
Favourite TV Show:
House
Favourite Food:
Steak
Favourite Music:
Dave Matthews
Favourite Book:
The Godfather
Dislikes:
Losing
Advice for Young Players:
Train hard and enjoy it!!!
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