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Personal Narrative: How Hockey Changed My Life

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As long as I can remember I've been playing hockey. It all started when I was just a little girl I literally tried about every there is but, hockey was my one passion. Also, Hockey is a great way to stay active. I practice three days a week for an hour each practice. In addition, each weekend I have anywhere from one to five games. Which lasts about an hour and a half long. I have made so many friends from playing hockey. There are multiple girls that are in hockey. Once the coaches pick out the teams all the girls are together more than they are with their own families. Hockey is basically my second family. Hockey makes me forget about all the stress in my life. Once I step on the ice I forget about everything else and just focus on the game

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