Jeremy Brockie
A versatile and clinical New Zealand striker who became a record-breaking goal scorer for the Wellington Phoenix in the A-League.
Born 1987 (age 39)·New Zealand footballer·Birthday: October 7·Millennials
Biography
Jeremy Brockie's football journey is a testament to persistence and a killer instinct in front of goal. The New Zealand international carved out a solid career across Australasia, with his most prolific period coming in the yellow of the Wellington Phoenix. While he had spells in South Africa and with other A-League clubs, it was in Wellington where he found his true home. Brockie developed a reputation as a hard-working forward with a powerful shot, particularly from distance. His relentless scoring form in the 2014-15 season saw him break the Phoenix's single-season goal-scoring record, a feat that cemented his status as a fan favorite. Though his time with the national team, the All Whites, was often in a supporting role behind stars like Chris Wood, his commitment and timely goals made him a valuable squad member for over a decade.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Jeremy was born in 1987, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Jeremy Was Born
The biggest hits of 1987
#1 Movie
Three Men and a Baby
Best Picture
The Last Emperor
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Jeremy's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1987Born
Black Monday stock market crash
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $72,400Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Walk Like an Egyptian" — The BanglesBest Picture: The Last Emperor
1992Started school
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
2000Became a teenager
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2003Could drive
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2005Could vote
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Turned 21
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2017Turned 30
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Age 39 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Became the Wellington Phoenix's all-time leading A-League goal scorer during his tenure with the club.
- Set the Phoenix record for most goals in a single A-League season (16 in the 2014-15 campaign).
- Earned over 50 caps for the New Zealand national team, the All Whites.
- Won the OFC Champions League in 2011 with Auckland City.
Did You Know?
He is a cousin of former New Zealand cricket captain Brendon McCullum.
Brockie is an avid fisherman and often shares his fishing adventures on social media.
He played for three different clubs in South Africa's Premier Soccer League.
“I've always backed myself to score from anywhere on the pitch.”
