Famous Māori Athlete

Below are just a few of New Zealand's top Māori athletes. Pick a sport and find a Māori athlete who has succeeded in their chosen sport. 

• How have they been successful? 
• What did it take in order for them to be successful?
• Where are they from? 
• When were they born?
• What fun facts did you learn about your chosen athlete?

Kayla Whitelock (hockey)

Aaron Smith (rugby)

Portia Woodman (rugby)

Suzie Bates (cricket)

Lisa Carrington (canoeist)

Ameliaranne Ekenasio (netball)

Stan Walker

 

 Stan Walker (Musician)

Consider the following questions

• What are some of the songs he is most commonly known for? 
• What is your favourite song of his?
• Where is he from? What year was he born?
• What are some of the things that have influenced his music?
• What is a lesson you can learn from Stan Walker?
• Where is Stan Walker from? Where does he whakapapa back to?
• When was he born?