"Plain and simple…It's hard, there's a lot of sacrifice, and it's not something that any random person would want to do, you don't realize how much you sacrifice in the beginning, but when you do make that sacrifice the things that payoff are beyond anything you can really grasp"
Category: Athlete Profiles
Profiles of athletes.
Vincent Palladino: Teeing Off to Greatness
Vincent competing at the National championship for Laurentian University at FireRock golf course “It’s not about perfection, it’s about the effort, and when you bring that effort to the game every single day, that’s when perseverance happens. That’s how change happens.” Where it all began Ever since I was a kid, I've had a deep … Continue reading Vincent Palladino: Teeing Off to Greatness
Adam Mutuchky: Golf’s Full Circle Moment
Golf is one of those things you either love or hate. There is no in-between. Personally, I can’t get enough. My name is Adam Mutuchky, and this is my story.
Connor Lockhart: The Grind and Achieving Success
I had the chance to talk to Vancouver Canucks draft pick Connor Lockhart, to talk about his story of grit and determination to get to his goal of winning an OHL championship.
From Small-Town Fields to Big-City Goals: A Soccer Journey
I recently had the opportunity to Interview Hunter Jones, the starting goaltender for the Laurentian University Women's Soccer Team. She is a fourth-year Sports Psychology with Concurrent Education student planning on graduating in 2025.
Kristen Siermachesky : Up For The Challenge
I had the opportunity to sit down with a multi-sport Athlete, Kristen Siermachesky and walk through her journey towards making the Olympics.
Jack Matier: Taking a Leap of Faith
Jack Matier celebrating gold medal in Halifax with the U20 World Junior Team Where it All Began… Growing up in Sault Ste. Marie, and seeing memories of my father winning the Memorial Cup in 1993, it has always been a dream of mine to follow in his footsteps. As a kid, I remember waking up … Continue reading Jack Matier: Taking a Leap of Faith
Avery Blanchard – From Hometown Kid to University Talent: My Journey
While everyone else was playing Hockey or doing Figure Skating, I wanted to play the fastest game on ice; Ringette. Thinking back to 4-year-old me and how far along I’ve come while being able to stay close to home. Growing up in the same town as the University I proudly represent has been a remarkable … Continue reading Avery Blanchard – From Hometown Kid to University Talent: My Journey
Faith Charbonneau: From the Threat of Not Being Able to Walk to Varsity Athlete
Faith Charbonneau is currently enrolled into her third year at Laurentian University and is a proud member of the school’s golf program having attended numerous competitions representing Laurentian across Ontario during her stint with the Voyageurs. I had the opportunity to sit down with her and hear her story of how she found her way to the game of golf and her opportunity to represent Laurentian at the varsity level.
Jon Ventrella: It’s More than Just a Game
I had the amazing opportunity of interviewing Jon Ventrella who plays soccer for the Western Mustangs. Jon told me many stories about his soccer experiences, family impact, and how he overcame challenges.