Personal Statement
Hockey provided me with many life changing experiences. From tournaments in Vancouver and Montreal to training and workouts in Stockholm, Sweden, I've been able to experience an international hockey community and build relationships. In Squirt, I began playing hockey as a defenseman because my hockey heroes were defensemen. 14U through 16U I changed to forward so that I could help my team and become a better hockey player. Now I returned to the defensive side so that I can best use my skills. I learned to believe in myself and take stock of the positives while learning from negatives. I've seen how being disciplined pays off through the skating and edge work I've done in the off season.