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BIO:
One of the Blacks Sticks’ most experienced campaigners with more than 270 caps, Phil flourished in the role of New Zealand captain for three years. He has played at two Olympics and has two Commonwealth Games medals - silver in 2002 and bronze in 2010.
Phil is a genuine world-class striker who is lethal in front of goal. Terrific power and accuracy mean he can score from the most unlikely spots and he has a deadly reverse strike. He is now showing his attacking versatility by filling a midfield role.
Name:
Phillip Burrows
Nickname:
Boner
Date of Birth:
25.04.1980
Birthplace:
Wellington, New Zealand
Town of Residence:
North Shore City, Auckland
Occupation:
Student, Athlete
Position:
Forward
Shirt Number:
18
NZ Debut:
January 2000 v GB
NHL Team:
Wellington
Career High:
Commonwealth Games Silver 2002, Athens Olympics 2004
Career Low:
Not Qualifying for 2000 Sydney Olympics
Sacrifices you have made to play hockey:
Away from family a lot
Age you started playing at:
5
Hours of Training per week:
15-20
Toughest Opponent:
Australia
Who has been most influential in your career:
Dad (Trevor Burrows) and Kevin Towns
Strengths:
Attacking
Weaknesses:
Defending
Most Admired Sportsperson:
Sachin Tendulkar and Hazem El Magic!!
Hobbies Outside of Hockey:
Following THE BULLDOGS, BBQ's, Walking the dog with my lovely wife
5 Words to Describe Yourself:
A 'sweet as' Kiwi dude!
Favourite TV Show:
Entourage
Favourite Food:
Indian
Favourite Music:
Shapeshifter, Kings of Leon
Favourite Book:
Mens Health Mag
Dislikes:
Losing, injuries, olives
Advice for Young Players:
Use a Chryso hockey stick
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