I’ve always dreamed of attending High School in the United States, but I’ve never expected it to be as life-changing for me as it has been. When I first arrived at Northwood, everything was new for me. A new country, new hockey team, new teammates, everything was just unknown to me.
But it didn’t take long before I felt at home. One of the people who has marked my time here was Junior Happi ’23. I remember Junior welcoming me in Berg when I first got to campus. His positivity made me feel warmly received.
Before playing hockey, my parents decided to sign me up for gymnastics class. I enjoyed it, but it was not the sport for me. I needed something more active. That’s when my passion for hockey started. At age five, I got my first pair of skates back home in Halifax. Since then, I’ve been on the ice almost every day. Hockey has such an important place in my life, when I’m in the locker room with all the guys and we’re playing some music before a game, that’s when I feel the most myself and it’s something I’m going to miss next year.
Being at Northwood opened my eyes and made me realize how grateful I must be for the people around me when I’m so far from home. Having a second family here helps me keep my attitude and mindset right, and it helps me focus on my goals in life. One of my main goals is to play hockey at a good University in the United States. That way, I can pursue my education and reach my best potential in hockey and in life.
As told to Lea Lambert ‘24. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
