Strengths and weaknesses coming into season

[Kisslinger 372]

As a player in the VHL I've had my fair share of ups and downs on the ice, especially this season. Choking a 3-1 lead in the finals this season or losing the gold medal game it wasn’t easy but today, I want to talk about the things I excel at and the areas where I'm still working on improvement. From my powerful shots that keep goalies on their toes to my faceoffs, there's a lot I'm proud of.  Such as the steps I’m taking to become a strong two way player. Today I will talk about embracing the learning curve that comes with being passionate about the game of hockey!

 

I didn’t have the stats or the awards that I wanted, my player in my eyes was asleep for half the season and finally woke up to go to be for the playoffs again. Then to stay asleep in the world juniors this off-season it’s been rough. But this is part of the learning curve mentioned above that sometimes we have to experience to really taste victory!!

 

My shot is like a secret weapon. It is super strong and accurate. It keeps the other team guessing and the goalie working hard. Whether I am taking a powerful slap shot or a quick wrist shot, I have a natural talent for scoring goals, and that makes me a big asset to Warsaw, and their future. 

 

When it comes to face-offs, I feel like a superhero in the middle of the ice haha! I have been training hard in Warsaw to be quick and smart. Winning face-offs helps my team control the game, and I am trying to be a pro at it. It's almost like I can dictate the pace of the hockey game.

 

But it's not just about scoring goals for me. Lately, I have been working hard and trying to get better at playing defence too. I have been working to understand the game so well that I can predict what the other team will do in some plays. By being good at both scoring and stopping the other team, I feel like i can establish myself as dominant two-way force and become a super important and flexible player on the ice.

 

I've been working hard to get faster on the ice because I know it's an area where I can do better. I've been doing special skating exercises to improve my technique and going to the gym regularly to make my muscles stronger. It's not just about going fast it's about doing it in the right way. After all I am 6’8 220 pounds and i have a lot of body to move hahaha! I believe that by getting quicker, I can not only improve my own game but also be a better team player for the Warsaw Predators. I'm putting in the effort because I want to be the best player I can be for myself and my team.

 

I'm working on not getting penalties. I hurt my team and their chances of winning each time i make a silly mistake. So, I'm being more careful and paying attention to how I play. It's about making better decisions during the game, so I don't end up in the penalty box. This way, I can stay on the ice and help my team instead of sitting out. I know it's a small change, but it makes a big difference in keeping the game in our favour and giving us a better chance to win.

 

I am beyond excited to see what happens

this season and I’m hoping that i can make a big impact for the predators this season! LETS GO WARSAW!!

 

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