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Amy Kolesnik (F)

Ottawa Ice

Biography

If you could describe your personality in one word what would it be? Compassionate

Have you played any other sports? If so, which one(s)? I have played soccer for several years in the summer, as well as sports such as softball, hockey and volleyball throughout my high school years.

What was your favourite subject in school? Favourite subject was definitely gym class.

What is the place you would most like to visit in the world? I would like to visit Italy the most.

What is your favourite TV show? Suits

If you could be a superhero who would you be? Superman

What book are you currently reading? Looking for Alaska

What age did you start playing ringette? How did you start? I started playing ringette at the age of 5. My cousis had recently tried it out and loved the game. I gave it a try as we pretty much did everything together and loved it as much as she did.

If someone was wondering whether or not they should play ringette, what would you say to them? I would say that playing ringette would be the best decision they could make. It is a great game with a great tempo and a place to make life long friends. I have made many friends over the 13 years that I have played, experienced many different life-changing situations and made memories that last a lifetime. I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

What do you think ringette would look like in 20 years? I think ringette will continue to be the fastest game on ice in 20 years. I also believe that there will be a lot more girls of all ages pursuing the game of ringette as it is being promoted so much nowadays

Who is your favourite sports athlete and why? My favourite athlete would have to be Wayne Gretzky because he is an athlete known for accomplishing many things in his athletic career that may never be repeated in the future. He is someone who acts as a role model towards anyone who is aspiring to become a great athlete