Ice Hockey Research Paper
Activities are a perfect way for someone to show their personality. Experiences and interests tend to influence our actions. For example, nature lovers usually participate in activities promoting the preservation of nature. My most meaningful activity was playing for the Plainview JV Ice Hockey Team. During my freshman year at Chaminade High School I tried out for the JV Ice Hockey team. I was disappointed to learn that I did not make the team, therefore I entered the Nassau County High School Ice Hockey League player pool. One day I received an email that Plainview’s hockey team picked me up. At the time I was nervous because I would not know anyone on the team. My Mom drove me to the first practice at the Bethpage ice rink. Little did I
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I am currently organizing a breast cancer awareness fund raiser with my friend Ryan. Every year he donates 50 cents for every save he makes during the games he plays in October. Since I am not a goalie, I am unable to make the same donation, but I wanted to get involved in some way. We are organizing an open skate at Bethpage rink to raise money on behalf of Breast Cancer Awareness. We are going to rent the rink, collect an admission fee, hold raffles, have fun games and completions to raise money for breast cancer. Hopefully we have a good turnout, raise some money, and have some fun. Playing hockey for the Plainview JV team was a very meaningful experience for me, not just because of my love for the sport. I made many friendships, developed leadership skills, and became involved in community service. I gained great respect for my coaches, for all the time they dedicated to teaching us to be good hockey players and good men. I learned how to be part of a team. I consider myself very fortunate, and I am aware that it is important to share my good fortune by helping others. I would like to major in Sports Management in college and use sport as an avenue to make a difference in the
I am currently organizing a breast cancer awareness fund raiser with my friend Ryan. Every year he donates 50 cents for every save he makes during the games he plays in October. Since I am not a goalie, I am unable to make the same donation, but I wanted to get involved in some way. We are organizing an open skate at Bethpage rink to raise money on behalf of Breast Cancer Awareness. We are going to rent the rink, collect an admission fee, hold raffles, have fun games and completions to raise money for breast cancer. Hopefully we have a good turnout, raise some money, and have some fun. Playing hockey for the Plainview JV team was a very meaningful experience for me, not just because of my love for the sport. I made many friendships, developed leadership skills, and became involved in community service. I gained great respect for my coaches, for all the time they dedicated to teaching us to be good hockey players and good men. I learned how to be part of a team. I consider myself very fortunate, and I am aware that it is important to share my good fortune by helping others. I would like to major in Sports Management in college and use sport as an avenue to make a difference in the