Profile of Phil Cochrane

Name : Philip Cochrane

 

Date of Birth : 02/02/1994

                  

Place of Birth :

Newport, Gwent

 

Male/female :

Male

 

Occupation :

Student

 

Classification :

3

 

Favorite Position On Court :

Point Guard                                       

 

Vest Number : 8 

 

When did you start playing wheelchair basketball?  

  Aged 11 

 

Have you played with any clubs other than the CELTS?    No

 

Why do you enjoy playing basketball?   

Because it get to play a fast team game and I enjoy meeting the other teams and players - before we beat them on court!!

 

Playing History/Basketball Achievements :   

Rookie of the tournament award, Malmo Open 2006

  

Most memorable basketball moment (so far) :  

Top Scoring for CELTS in Div 4 matches this season

  

Other hobbies :    

Wheelchair Tennis, ranked at number 7 junior in the world rankings (April 2007), quad biking and watching top class sports - although I also go to Ninian Park!!

  

Personal Goals (basketball related) :  

To play first team matches next season and attend GB Junior trials. To become the best player and team mate I can!