Rothesay times- a Hometown hockey star making big strides in VHLM. [1/2]

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  Even though he’s sitting in California over 3000 miles away from his hometown, Young hockey Talent Alex Pearson said he’s never felt more at home. been blossoming in his new home in San Diego playing for the Marlins.

 

(Alex in his high school hockey days-2016)

 

 

He grew up and had a rough childhood. He actually didn’t even get to play organized hockey until his high-school hockey coach Dave Summers notices his Raw Talent. His skating, puck handling and scoring abilities on full display.

 

“It was like he was a seasoned professional the first game he played, I was blown away. The kid never played up until that point and he was outplaying half the team!”

 

”I knew he didn’t have the money for equipment, he was working a part time job at 14 to help his family pay bills, so I bought him all new equipment once I saw his skill and passion for the game and stuck him on the first line. He never looked back and ran with the opportunity.”

 

He led The high school to 4 straight Championships, making a name for himself in the small town. He then went on to represent one of the best universities for hockey in the country and play his heart out for UNB. Putting him on the map of the VHLM and into the heart of Marlins GM InstantRockstar. Everyone knew who he was, and how talented he was. He began getting visits from scouts for interviews when he was in school. When asked if it was ever intimidating or nerve racking to have so many people expecting you to succeed. Alex had a pretty simple awnser.

 

”Nah not really, I don’t think about it, I just work hard, play my game and have fun.”

 

Those are the kind of guys every team wants, humble, a good role model, and good leadership. He has excelled at every level of hockey and there’s no reason to think he can’t continue that line of trajectory. He’s blossoming quickly, showing off his speed, skill and skating abilities pretty well for the Marlins so far.

 

He’s sitting at 6 points in 11 games for the Marlins, which may not be a solid impressive when you see he’s on a 5 game scoring slump. It’s only his second week in the season so there’s no reason to panic with his lack of production. Slow steps and growing pains sometimes are very common in a rookie season. With his underlying numbers there’s hope he will begin to find the back of the net soon.

hes taken 28 shots but only scored twice. Sporting a measly 7.1 shooting percentage. Even if that goes up to 10.0 (Still below league average) he should pot 15- maybe 20 goals this season. He’s also missed 33 shots (33!). He’s helping the team in other ways even if he’s been help off the scoresheet, he’s been creating chances and scoring opportunities, as well as improving his defensive game massively lately. Im sure as the season goes on he will gel with his team better, hopefully work on his shot accuracy, in hopes of getting those extra points and helping the Marlins stay competitive.

 

We managed to Get ahold of Alex to ask him some questions shortly before their game tonight.

 

Is it hard playing so far away from your hometown?

 

”Yeah it is, Obviously I miss home and everything, but the teams been great, Phil has been extremely welcoming as the captain. Everyone on the team feels like family and that’s what makes the transition easy”

 

How do you think you’ve played so far this season?

 

”Not good enough. I started off pretty good but these past few games have really been a test for me, i’m working to improve my game every single day to help make the team better.”

 

We’ve heard you’re unhappy with declining ice time, do you think that’s due to these poor results ?

 

“Thats a little rude to ask. I mean obviously. I don’t ask you why nobody reads your articles and point out your a shit journalist. When you don’t produce your coach cuts your ice time. that’s how hockey works you dingbat. Obvious I’m not a fan but that just means I gotta work harder to earn it back. I’m a rookie I still have to earn my place on this team. I love the Marlins and I wanna be here for a long time.”

 

Do you think of things don’t work out this season you’ll give up hockey? If so what’s your backup plan?

 

“I’ve always wanted to be a pilot. But I mean I’m deathly terrified of heights so let’s hope to god that this hockey thing works out”

 

Thanks for Reading!!

 

 

 

[Mr_Hatter 1,608]

Review: I love how you structured this. It felt like a very well-informed magazine article; some background, stage-setting, complete with the direct interview part at the end. Really enjoyable read, good work!