Obviously there are not too many people who get a chance to play in the Olympics in their hometown. That would be something special, but going into the summer you have to be realistic with yourself, and health-wise and motivation-wise you have to be willing to do what it takes.

Any free meal is a good meal, you know?

Hockey has given me everything, most importantly it brought me to Swift Current, where I met my wife Deb.

If you keep performing, and if you stay healthy, you keep playing.

Winning does solve everything.

After 20 years in the game, I was fortunate to get away from the game and enjoy my family, which was great for me.

You need a lot of leaders, but a hockey team needs a voice, not only in the community, but more importantly between the coaching staff and the players. There are always ups and downs in a season; the captain is the guy players look to in those situations.