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Stephen Jenness

 

                                     


BIO:

 

A prolific goal scorer from a young age, Stephen forms a strong goal-scoring unit with Nick Wilson and Simon Child.

Having made his debut against Germany in 2010, Stephen has worked hard to become a regular member of the Black Sticks and now possesses one of the most powerful shots in the team.

The Wellington student was part of the successful Junior World Cup side that finished fourth in 2009. He picks being selected for the 2010 Commonwealth Games as the highlight of his career so far.

Name:
 Stephen Mark Jenness


Nickname:
 Steve, Juice

Date of Birth:
 07.06 1990

Birthplace:
 Lower Hutt

Town of Residence:
 Wellington

Occupation:
 Student

Position:
 Striker

Shirt Number:
 27


NZ Debut:
 2010 vs Germany

NHL Team:
 Wellington


Career High:
 Commonwealth Games selection 2010


Career Low:
 Anytime I'm injured.


Age you started playing at:
 7


Hours of training per week:
 10-12

Toughest Opponent:
 Australia


Who has been most influential in your career:
 Mum & Dad, Pete Miskimmin


Strengths:
 Goal Scoring, Elmination


Weaknesses:
 Back tackling, physical strength

Most admired sportsperson:
 Michael Jordan and Merv Young


Hobbies outside of hockey:
 Music and other sports


Favourite TV show:
 Outrageous Fortune


Favouriet food:
 Satay Chicken


Favourite music:
 Drum & Bass


Favourite book:
 Bounce - Matthew Syed

Dislikes:
 Early wake ups, cold weather


Advice for young players:
 Train hard, don't wait for things to happen, go out and make them happen.