Who Does This Guy Think He Is?

What is The Players Journal? On the surface, pretty simple. It is a weekly newsletter for aspiring hockey players, parents of athletes, coaches, and anyone else who wants to spend some time learning about the intricacies of hockey. Content will range anywhere from training guidance, personal development, nutrition, and anything else relevant to the development of young athletes.

You might be wondering who is behind this newsletter. Who is this guy, and who is he to tell me what to do? Where is his credibility? And most importantly, why the hell should I listen to him? Let's be real, his credentials aren't exactly Connor McDavid-esque. They're more like the actor you recognize, with the name just on the tip of your tongue. So as you read his content, you can't help but think: Should I be taking notes or should I just politely and awkwardly nod along?

But, here's the twist: this unassuming author might just hold the perspective you didn't know you needed. Sure, he may not have the flashy credentials or the household name, but what he lacks in fame, he makes up for in genuine, hard-earned insight. This is a guy who's been in the rink, who's felt the ice beneath his skates and known the real high's and low's of being an high-level athlete. A person who has failed over and over again, and then doubled-down each failure, compounding each one like a high-earning investment portfolio.

Let's talk about failure – our author's unexpected forte. He's not just good at failing; he's an artist at bouncing back. His journey isn't a highlight reel of smooth sailing and accolades but a series of setbacks and comebacks. Each failure, has slowly shaped and built him into the individual he is today and he can attest that he has learned more from, and about himself from his failures, than any of his successes. [Success is still VERY important]

He's sharing his knowledge from real, gritty experience. He’s the one in the locker room who's seen it all, from minor hockey through to his current college career he has been routinely surrounded by excellence. [NHL-bound players, high caliber coaches, etc...] His knowledge isn't just theoretical; it's been refined throughout careful instruction, observation, personal reflection, along with the highs and lows of an athlete’s journey. He understands the sport not just as a player or a coach, but as a true student of the game.

So, when you read his words, you're not just getting another newsletter from some pencil-neck analyst who's never touched the ice. You're getting a piece of that passion, an honest slice of the athlete's experience. This isn't just advice; it's a narrative woven from the fabric of the game itself. Maybe he's not a star, but sometimes the most valuable players are the ones who know the game from the inside out, not just the spotlight. And who knows? You might just find yourself hanging onto every word, discovering insights you never expected from the unlikeliest of authors.

If you want to know more about Hoon, feel free to check out our About page here [He wrote this article, he just wrote it from a third-person perspective for theatrical effect]: https://www.theplayersjournal.ca/about/