Brooke Chandler

Why I would like to play hockey in America

I aspire to play field hockey in America because I am drawn in by the diverse range of advantages and opportunities it offers. The competitive environment will continue to help me grow and develop as a player both on and off the field through the exposure to high-level competition and training programs.

Alongside the exceptional facilities and support that field hockey receives in America it will provide great opportunities to allow me to enhance and improve my performance. Playing alongside other motivated players will enable me to challenge and develop my game, fitness, and strategies.

I'm excited about the chance to meet and play with/against high-quality players from across the world, and foster connections with players from a diverse range of backgrounds who share similar hockey aspirations. The teamwork and camaraderie evident in American sports culture align with my values, making it a fantastic opportunity to play in such a supportive and ambitious environment.

Hockey background

2023:

- Somerville Premier Women's (senior team with 12+ international players) - 1st in Auckland.

- Auckland U18 Representative Team - 3rd in National U18.

- Auckland U23 Representative Team.

- Captain of Diocesan School 1st XI 

- Awarded Katie Glynn Cup for Senior Player of the Year (Diocesan School).

- Most Valuable Player 1st XI.

2022: (Unable to play Representative Hockey due to injury)

- Diocesan 1st XI 

2021: (limited season due to Covid19, no representative hockey)

- Somerville U18 PremierTeam.

- Diocesan 1st XI.

2020:

- Somerville U18 Premier Team - Captained to 1st place in Auckland.

- Auckland U16 Representative Team.

- Diocesan 2nd XI. 

2019:

- Captain of the Diocesan Prem U15 Team 

- Most Valuable Player Diocesan U15.

- Somerville U18B

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