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BIO:
As one of the youngest players in the Black Sticks squad, Nick is billed as the future of New Zealand’s strike force. Nick made his debut against Korea in 2007 as a 17-year-old and immediately impressed. He is gifted with speed, spectacular ball skills and a talent for running damaging lines through opposition defences. Nick is a natural goal scorer who is impressive on his reverse stick.
Name:
Nick Wilson
Nickname:
Space
Date of Birth:
06-08-1990
Birthplace:
Palmerston North
Town of Residence:
Palmerston North
Occupation:
Student
Position:
Striker
Shirt Number:
32
NZ Debut:
Nov 2007 vs Korea in Christchurch
NHL Team:
Central
Career High:
Champions Trophy 2010, World Cup 2010, Champions Challenge winners 2009.
Career Low:
Losing Rankin Cup twice in a row on strokes
Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
Most afternoons and mornings
Age you started playing at:
7
Hours of Training per week:
12-16
Toughest Opponent:
Fatigue
Who has been most influential in your career:
Parents
Strengths:
Elimination skills, reverse shot, leading, speed
Weaknesses:
Can't tell you that!
Most Admired Sportsperson:
Michael Jordan and Roger Federer
Hobbies Outside of Hockey:
Beach, relaxing with friends
5 Words to Describe Yourself:
Summery, sporty, relaxed, focused, friendly
Favourite TV Show:
Pulp Sport
Favourite Food:
Juicy steak
Favourite Music:
All music
Favourite Book:
Lance Armstrong
Dislikes:
Losing
Advice for Young Players:
There's always someon out there training harder than you
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