About Marcus Child
Born 1991. Marcus Child is a New Zealand field hockey player.
Marcus "Marky" Andrew Law Child (born 2 March 1991) is a retired New Zealand field hockey player, who played as a midfielder or forward for the New Zealand national team.
Personal life Marcus Child was born and raised in Auckland, New Zealand. He has an older brother, Simon, who also plays representative hockey for New Zealand.
Career Child started playing hockey when he was four years old.
Child made his senior international debut for the Black Sticks in 2010. Since his debut, he has been a regular inclusion in the side. In 2018, he was a silver medallist at the Commonwealth Games held in Gold Coast, Australia. In December 2020 he announced his retirement from the national team.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Marcus Child?
New Zealand field hockey player
When was Marcus Child born?
Marcus Child was born on 2 March 1991 in Auckland.
What is Marcus Child's occupation?
Marcus Child is a field hockey player.
What nationality is Marcus Child?
Marcus Child is New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Marcus Child (field hockey)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Marcus Child. https://biography.guide/marcus-child-field-hockey-player/
MLA: "Marcus Child." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/marcus-child-field-hockey-player/.
Chicago: "Marcus Child." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/marcus-child-field-hockey-player/.
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