Manchester selected for New Zealand

Devon Manchester has been selected for the Black Sticks, with first choice Pontifex and second choice Stephen Graham not selected. The 23 year old has been given the chance to prove himself at full international level, joining fellow custodian Hamish McGregor. Manchester, having played for the U21s in the junior world cup gone, has had a breakthrough season helping Howick Packuranga win their first ever Auckland title and won the NHL with Auckland Fury. Seems like onwards and upwards as he potentially battles McGregor for the starting jersey.