Hockey by Michael Burns

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Image result for hockey     Not only is hockey a sport, but it is also my life. Not a day goes by where i'm not watching highlights or playing the game. A few nights per week, I always watch my favorite team, the Florida Panthers. I get asked a lot why I cheer for such a bad team, and the truth is, I don't even know. It mainly started in 5th grade when I went Florida and saw a game, and besides, who doesn't love a good underdog? And since that day, I watch and play hockey all of the time. Hockey has become something that is big part of my life and very important to me.
Image result for hockey     Watching hockey is a very important part of my day. This is because it is always very entertaining and is a great way to take a break from homework. Whenever I am bombarded with books and assignments, a good hockey game is a great way to take my mind off of it. Also, watching my favorite team, the Florida Panthers, can either make my day or ruin my day. This is because if they win I am always so happy and in a fantastic mood the next day. When my team loses, I feel down and unhappy. Watching a team that has made the playoffs in five of the last twenty five years lose is always very frustrating. Not only are they consistently bad, but they also record in the bottom three in attendance each year. Every loss just adds to my frustration and makes me feel disappointed. Even when the team is struggling, I will still stick them and religiously watch every game. I also have a whiteboard that I use to record hockey stats and make fantasy hockey teams. Watching hockey is a major part of my night and it something that I care a lot about.                         
     Not only do I love watching hockey, but I also love playing hockey. Playing hockey has become one of my favorite things to do over the years. Nothing is more satisfying than lacing up the skates and playing hockey in my driveway. I play every single day after school and on weekends spending several hours outside. Hockey takes everything off of my mind and is an amazing stress reliever. Whenever I have a bad day, I can always look forward to playing hockey when I get home. Also, I love going to Skylands and playing hockey every weekend. When I am out there, there are always other people who also enjoy the game and it is always a great time playing with them. Whenever there is a goalie, I always show off my go too move, I come in on the goalie and fake him out to the right and then go to my backhand. The sport of hockey has a major impact on my life and is something that is very important to me.

Comments

  1. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2020 at 5:04 PM

    I love watching hockey!

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  2. DanielleJanuary 21, 2020 at 6:29 AM

    That's great! We've always been Devils fans!

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2020 at 11:15 AM

    I totally agree. Hockey is the best! Although, I don't like to watch hockey. It is just not as satisfying as playing.

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2020 at 11:15 AM

    I understand how hockey impacts you. Sports are a great way to get things off of your mind.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2020 at 11:19 AM

    I really enjoy watching sports and playing them as well. I also agree that it is a great way to relieve stress.

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2020 at 9:01 AM

    Maybe this will convince me to watch more hockey. From what I've seen it seems pretty entertaining.

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