I have played hockey for 33 years, I played both forward and defence. When I had children, I was sure to sign them up for hockey, it brought back so many amazing memories from when I first started. I hope my kids will follow my path of loving sports! When they were between 4-8 years old they would come and cheer me on in my hockey and soccer games. I was so happy to see them in the stands. They are now 10 and 12 and both play competitive hockey, and both are goalies. I ended up injuring myself, on the job as a Paramedic, and required numerous surgeries. It ultimately ended my career and my ability to play hockey or soccer. I worked hard in therapy and was able to start trying new sports that I could do. Walking, Swimming, Curling and even skiing. I love that I could show my kids that even when we face adversity, there is always a sport that they can play to stay fit and make new friends. They have both participate in many sports: swimming, gymnastics, parkour, football, curling, soccer and softball. All these sports will help them to become well rounded athletes and confident people.