Age, Biography and Wiki
Brendon Pongia was born on 27 June, 1969 in Greymouth, New Zealand, is a Brendon Pongia is New Zealand basketball player. Discover Brendon Pongia's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 54 years old?
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| Occupation |
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| Age |
54 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Cancer |
| Born |
27 June, 1969 |
| Birthday |
27 June |
| Birthplace |
Greymouth, New Zealand |
| Nationality |
New Zealand
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Brendon Pongia Height, Weight & Measurements
At 54 years old, Brendon Pongia height is 1.88 m and Weight 90 kg.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
1.88 m |
| Weight |
90 kg |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Brendon Pongia's Wife?
His wife is Michelle Pongia (m. 2009)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Michelle Pongia (m. 2009) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Brendon Pongia Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Brendon Pongia worth at the age of 54 years old? Brendon Pongia’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from New Zealand. We have estimated Brendon Pongia's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
player |
Brendon Pongia Social Network
Timeline
Brendon Pongia (born 27 June 1969) is a New Zealand former professional basketball player who played 14 seasons in the National Basketball League (NBL).
As a 16-year-old in 1986, Pongia began training with NBL club Hamilton.
A stalwart of the National Basketball League through the 1990s, Pongia earned greatest recognition in 2001 as a member of the Tall Black squad that defeated Australia to qualify for the 2002 FIBA World Championship.
Although he saw little actual court time, he was front and centre in the pre-match build-ups as leader of the haka.
He finally captured an NBL title with the Waikato Titans in 2002, but lost his place in the national side.
Pongia attended the world tournament in Indianapolis as a spectator and enjoyed a high profile in TV coverage, leading the supporters' haka.
He was subsequently offered a presenters' role with TVNZ and later Sky TV in 2003.
After a two-year hiatus from the NBL in 2004 and 2005, Pongia returned to the league with the Wellington Saints in 2006.
He is also a television presenter, having co-hosted Good Morning alongside Sarah Bradley between 2006 and 2011.
Born in Greymouth, New Zealand, Pongia grew up on the West Coast of the South Island.
His father, a Māori, walked out on the family when Pongia was very young.
In 2007, Pongia was a contestant on Dancing with the Stars alongside dance partner Hayley Holt.
The couple were eliminated in the penultimate episode.
He played three seasons with the Saints, before departing the NBL following the 2008 season.
In July 2009, he signed with the Southland Flyers for the National Provincial Championships.
The Flyers went on to win the Open Men's championship with the help of Pongia, who served as team captain.
In March 2009, Pongia married his wife Michelle Kirkland.
Pongia's brother, rugby league player Quentin Pongia, died of cancer in May 2019.
