Victoria Smith (born 8 January 1983) is a

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player in the

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, who has played in both Australia, New Zealand and international competitions. Representing the Wellington-based franchise,

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team in the 2011, 2012 and 2013 season. She has previously played for the

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in 2008, 2009 and 2010. From 2005 - 2007 Victoria Smith represented the Capital Shakers team, in now defunct National Bank Cup and prior to this played for the

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in the Australian Commonwealth Bank Cup. She also represented the Australian 19 and under team in 2002–2003. Smith specialises in the positions of GK and GD (Goal keep and Goal defence). After relocating to Hong Kong Victoria represented Hong Kong National team in international competitions. Victoria Smith received a scholarship from the University of Queensland whilst representing the Queensland Firebirds and Australia under-age teams.

References

*http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=10872315 *http://www.upandin.com.au/interviews-and-tips/69 *http://www.mynetball.co.nz/news/379-canterbury-tactix.html
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1983 births Living people New Zealand netball players Central Pulse players Mainland Tactix players ANZ Championship players Capital Shakers players Queensland Firebirds players {{NewZealand-netball-bio-stub