Our 6 year old son is now in his second year of hockey. He has incredible fun with it and loves to be on the ice as much as possible. After starting last year as a "Mite" (3-5 year olds) he is now in the "tyke" division (6-7). He has 3 goals after 6 games so far this season, and also picked up a real pretty assist on a nice "spin-arama" move last game. For those who are interested, here are the two articles that I wrote during last season - A father can brag, right?!!!!!
Mid-Season Report: An Update on Hockey's Latest Phenom - Dawson MacLeod
At 3 feet, 8 inches tall some may question this talented hockey player's size. That is until they realize that the player in question is 5 years old! With a hockey sense that belies his age, Dawson is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with in the Peterborough Community Church Hockey League. Playing for the All Saints Mites, Dawson has recorded 13 goals and numerous assists in the opening 10 games of his first season of organized hockey. He plays a well rounded game - adding to his offence by often being the first player back in the defensive end. A true asset to his team, and a true team player, Dawson can't get enough of hockey. Citing Team Canada as his favourite team and Wayne Gretzky as his favourite player, we may well see MacLeod suiting up for his country just like the Great One. When asked what he likes best about hockey, Dawson says - "I just like to play!"
2004\2005 Mid-Season Totals10 Games played 13 Goals Numerous assists
End of Season Report: Hockey Prodidgy Dawson MacLeod Excels in First Season
This pint-sized powerhouse followed up a strong first half with a breakthrough second half in the 04/05 season in which he averaged 3.13 goals per game. He netted 25 goals, had 6 hat-tricks, two 4 goal games, and one 5 goal game. Putting up those Gretzky-like numbers was no fluke. This 5 year old speedster simply cannot be caught when he gets a step on the opposition, scoring many of his second-half goals on breakaways. He is also a fierce competitor, asking to be double-shifted every game. MacLeod is a vital member to his team, and has the hardware to prove it! At seasons end, he took home a "PCCHL Mite Tournament Participant" trophy, an "All-Saints Mite" team medal, and the "Esso Most Dedicated Player" medal as voted on by the team. He also received as many votes for the "All-Saints Rector's Trophy" awarded to a player making a significant contribution to the team. A fitting finish to a fine season! Here's to an endless summer, and an early fall!!! You are sure to hear more from this rising hockey star.
2004\2005 Season Totals18 Games Played 38 Goals Numerous Assists
3 comments:
The big "D" man, "his nibs", "Dawsy", "Daws", my nephew. Dawson has this incredible presence and his personality is as endearing as his handsome looks. He's not only "The Great One" in my eyes because he's one of goal scorers for the All Saints Tyke Division team, but because he is a special little boy who has a heart for Jesus and a "future so bright that it burns my eyes" (a la Sidney Poitier when speaking of Oprah Winfrey in her early days). I love that child, and I love that he loves me. Miss you Daws.
Aunt Jill
p.s. Brod, I love your blog entries! It's such a great way to keep in touch...a little more of a relationship builder than our sporadic phone calls (keep them coming too, though)...now we gotta get Scott on these too...x0x0
What can we say about Dawsons hockey ability. If he shares one tenth of his fathers hockey knowledge and applies that to the ice..... Canada will have another phenom! Broadie rulzzzzzzzzzzz!
Derek J.Lewis
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