Ben Koons, 23, Cross Country Skiing
Introduction
Ben Koons is an elite athlete, student and world traveler. A well rounded athlete, Ben is also an environmental engineering student and has worked in war-torn Rwanda with the United Nations developing sustainable energy sources. Ben is one of three cross country skiers in the team and regards Sir Edmund Hillary as a source of inspiration.
Personal Details
Age: 23
Born: Dunedin
Based: Sidney, Maine, USA
First competed for NZ: 2005
Events: 15km free (Feb 15), Individual sprint classic (Feb 17), 30km pursuit (Feb 20), 50km mass start classic (Feb 28) - Whistler Olympic Park
Silver fern means: pride in New Zealand
Inspired by: Sir Edmund Hillary, Tensing Norgay, Rick Masumbuko
Other interests: Outdoor adventure sports, travel, sustainable energy, African development
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