100% truth. Too many players want to move up to the next level when they aren’t ready and get stuck in a spot that doesn’t fit them. Dominating at a level can help you grow so many different areas of your game and it also builds confidence!
From a longevity standpoint
All 85 NHL Players ages 30+ played at least 1 other sport growing up from ages 5-14 (100%)
Players ages 35+ have the highest average hockey start date (after they turned 5 years old) + highest average specialization age
The average NHL Player began skating and playing hockey after 4-years old & did not specialize until after the age of 14
The age of specialization most often provided by Players was 16 (mode)
Source: 2018 NHL/NHLPA survey (more 👇 below)
When I launched Matty Talks, I knew he was a guy I wanted. We talked everything from his junior career with @Oshawa_Generals and @ErieOtters, to his time in the NHL and his post-playing career as a GM of @TheHillAcademy and advocate for @HeartandStroke.
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When I was a kid, @mackattack_39 was my favourite player on the @Oshawa_Generals - I even got a signed stick from him for my birthday at a game.
His career was sadly cut short, and since then he's worked to advocate for heart health and develop the next generation of players.
It’s been a few weeks - but Matty Talks is back!
Tomorrow I’m joined by former @Oshawa_Generals, former NHLer and heart health advocate @mackattack_39!
Here’s a few rapid fire questions to get you ready:
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Heard on @spittinchiclets most recent podcast w. Bill Guerin. "I believe you need to dominate your level before you move on to the next". Couldn't agree more. It's a marathon, not a sprint. Relax and enjoy the journey. YOUR journey.
The #OUA is, by all definitions, 𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗘.
Behind the scenes, on the sidelines, and certainly, on the playing field, this recognition is well-deserved for the talented individuals that make up the conference.
See ⬇️ for full statement.
#WeAreONE | #OUAisELITE
Due to ongoing concerns regarding the spread of the Omicron variant, The IIHF Council has made the difficult decision to cancel all tournaments scheduled for January 2022.
More at https://t.co/ojtCWinZ91