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Baeden Choppy
Personal information
Born 18 April 2002 (2002-04-18) (age 23)
Mackay, Queensland, Australia
Medal record
Men's Field Hockey
Representing  Australia
Olympic Games
Bronze 1996 Atlanta Team
Champions Trophy
Silver 1997 Adelaide Team

Baeden Ty Choppy was born on April 14, 1976, in Mackay, Queensland, Australia. He is a former field hockey player who played as a striker. Baeden was a key member of the Australian Men's National Hockey team.

Baeden Choppy: An Australian Hockey Star

Baeden Choppy is well-known for his achievements in field hockey. He represented Australia on the world stage. His dedication to the sport made him a respected athlete.

Playing for Australia

Baeden Choppy played for the Kookaburras, Australia's national men's hockey team. He helped his team win a bronze medal at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia. This was a proud moment for him and for Australia.

Life After the Olympics

After his Olympic success, Baeden continued his involvement in hockey. Since 2004, he has worked as a player-coach in England. He coached a hockey team competing in the North Premier League. This role allowed him to share his experience and skills.

Back on the Field

In 2017, Baeden Choppy returned to playing hockey in Australia. He joined the Kedron Wavell Wolves team in the Brisbane hockey league. There, he reunited with his former Olympics teammate, Matthew Smith (field hockey). Matthew Smith is currently the top-grade coach at the club.

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