PLAYER PROFILE
Position
Age
Height
Weight
Nationality
Hometown
Day Job
Age started Ice Hockey
Liam Jeffries
#17
How did you start to play ice hockey?
I Played inline since the age of six. Came across to ice when we heard about the Perth Thunder team possibly joining the AIHL.
Who are your Ice Hockey influences/role models and why?
I would have to say Wayne Gretzky, Nicklas Lidstrom and Steve Yzerman. All superstars of their time, with amazing leadership qualities. Also most of my coaches over the past 18 yrs.
Do you have any techniques/skills that enable you to perform better on the ice?
Nothing major. I try and stay positive. You have to make sure you're always having fun out there. I am always joking and messing around with the boys. And obviously keeping a high level of fitness is important.
What do you do besides Ice Hockey in your spare time?
I spend a lot of time with my mates, my girlfriend and my two dogs. I love them. The Playstation gets thrashed a fair bit. I Also spend a fair chunk of time driving Jordy Kyros around but rumour has it he may finally have a license come late this year! I sure hope its true.
How did you hear about Perth Thunder and what made you want to play for them?
it was common knowledge that the AIHL was taking of in most the other states in Australia. Finally WA pushed for a team i knew a lot of the local guys that played ice hockey already and they filled me in about it. That's when I made the jump across to ice from inline with team mate and BFF Jonathon Bremner.
Which AIHL team do you think has the most chance of winning the Goodall Cup in 2013 (besides Thunder)?
From what I've heard, the Sydney Ice Dogs look good. It's hard to look past Melbourne Ice after three straight cups.
Anything else you would like to share?
I have played for the Australian Mens Inline Hockey Team for the past four years and through juniors, but loving all aspects of ice hockey now. All my mates call me 'Fudgey'.