Nickname and reason why?:
Manty – When I was 15 and just starting to grow, control of my limbs was a difficult task. Cliff said I looked like an insect, like a Prey Mantis out there. Originally nickname was Mantis but got nick named again to Manty. Also Brownie (for obvious reasons)
Club:
Melville
Highest Honours:
White Ferns
Favourite ground:
Cobham Oval, Whangarei
Most memorable game:
Last domestic game vs Auckland. Chased down 210 runs and finished 111*.
Greatest influence on career and why?:
Cliff Dickeson- Has been my coach for 10 years, he knows what my game is (better than me sometimes) and always reminds me of what makes me successful. He is supportive and passionate about the game of cricket which keeps me motivated in the difficult times cricket can provide.
My favourite holiday destination is:
Somewhere near a beach
The best advice I’ve ever received is:
Enjoy the journey.
My sporting hero is:
Bernice Mene
My non sporting hero is:
My Nan Browne
When I was young I wanted to be a:
Police officer
Interests/hobbies outside cricket:
Netball, waterskiing, watching movies
Favourite Band:
Live
Favourite Movie:
The Bee Movie
If I wasn’t a cricketer I would be:
A Silver Fern
What is an interesting fact people do not know about you:
I did not eat steak until I was 17 years old.