Help Me Represent New Zealand at the Hockey Masters World Cup

My name is Julian, Twenty-four years ago, I left Argentina with a hockey stick and an opportunity. I moved to New Zealand on a Special Talent Visa as a goalkeeper — and this country became home.

Over the past two decades, I’ve represented at club, league, national and international level, proudly wearing the fern and earning medals along the way. Hockey shaped my journey here.

Five years ago, I retired to focus on my family and our business, New Brew Cafe, Bar & Restaurant, which I’ve owned and operated since 2012. Like many small businesses, the years since COVID have been challenging, with most income going back into keeping the doors open.

This year, at 53, I returned to the game. I trained, trialled, and have been selected for the Men’s 50–55s team at the Hockey Masters World Cup in Rotterdam this July.

This will be my third Masters World Cup representing New Zealand — something I never take for granted.

The tournament is largely self-funded, with costs of around $10,000 NZD covering flights, accommodation, registration and preparation.

Any support, big or small, would mean a great deal to me and my family.

New Zealand gave me an opportunity 24 years ago. Representing it again on the world stage is a true honour.