As I watched Sunday's hockey game between the United States and Canada, I couldn't help but to think about the impact that singular game will have on the entire sport of hockey in this country. The game had everything one could want in a culture-changing game: an underdog who stepped up big time (the U.
Although he can be mean and intimidating on the field, Western junior Jason Slowey can more accurately be described as a "big, fun and friendly" gentle giant. He loves kids and has always wanted to become a teacher. In that regard, Western was a perfect fit.
Western's rugby players knew heading into his team's match against Clackamas Community College (CCC) that the Wolves would probably come out in top due to the Cougars' relative inexperience. But CCC surprised Western, playing at a higher level than the Wolves expected.