I believe the PHL competition is critical for Hockey to deliver on its vision for the sport in NZ and I believe in the vision Jon Tanner has for the Mavericks and the Region.

• Born in Auckland

• Attended Auckland Grammar

• Played Rugby, Cricket & Athletics

• Former Hockey NZ Board Member

• Currently CEO of the Coach for Life Foundation

• Worked for Adidas for 13 years – Launched All Black partnership, Negotiated contracts with the British Lions, World Rugby, Jonah Lomu, Richie McCaw, Dan Carter, Jonny Wilkinson…

• Connection to Hockey: I was taught by Ramesh Patel, friends with past Black Sticks, my daughter played Hockey from primary school through to Prem 1 in North Harbour – attended Fed Cups, National Tournaments – had great experiences.

• What I love about hockey is the skill, athleticism, speed and global nature of the sport.