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Reflecting on the last 6 weeks

Hey there, It’s been a while since I’ve written a post! The last 6 weeks have been pretty nuts as you can imagine with training in Calgary –  unexpected family emergencies and hospital visits – to then travelling to BC and California to compete with the National Team! It has really been a crazy timeContinue reading “Reflecting on the last 6 weeks”

SURROUNDED BY TEA FARMS

A few months ago, Jackie and I had the incredible opportunity to stay with a Japanese family in the town of Wakuza, Japan for a night. We arrived to meet a woman and her son who was about four years old, he was shy and hid behind his mom every chance he could. We soonContinue reading “SURROUNDED BY TEA FARMS”

Day 1 in JAPAN

As jet lag had set in with great intensity, I did not sleep much of my 1st evening in Tokyo, forcing myself to stay in bed waiting to fall asleep again I eventually caved and went out for a walk. My walk took me around the corner to the 711 where I was greeted withContinue reading “Day 1 in JAPAN”

2017 Calendar – On sale now!

Hey Everyone!! Great News!! It’s December 1st which means that the 2017 Calendar is on sale right now!! All proceeds will go to the Senior National as we prepare for the 2017 FINA World Championships in Budapest! You can get yours delivered to your door, or (if you are family and friends of a National TeamContinue reading “2017 Calendar – On sale now!”

Training 

I wake up at 5:30am almost every morning. At least on the days we start at 7am… I eat my breakfast and make some coffee because at 21 years old I already need a good cup of joe to start the day. Within 20 mins I have eaten, packed a bag and am on theContinue reading “Training “

National Team Selection

Hey Everyone!! Tomorrow is the start of our 3 day National Team Selection here in Montreal!! It’s going to be a tough couple of days, but we are feeling ready to bring our ‘A’ game and hoping that other applicants are ready to perform as well. It’s always a pleasure to see new talent comingContinue reading “National Team Selection”