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    16 July 2011 - AUCKLAND, New Zealand
    News Release

    'I'm a Father and Husband First,' Says Basketball Player

    Latter-day Saint basketball player Paora Winitana made a commitment long ago to spend Sundays with his family and as a day of worship.

    He is sticking to his decision this Sunday and will miss the National Basketball League final."I love basketball, but I am a father, a husband and member of the Church first," he says.

    "Basketball is what I do, not who I am."

    Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints set aside Sunday as a day to remember the Saviour Jesus Christ, to worship, and spend time with family.

    Read the Southland Times article here.

     

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