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" I am extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to play hockey, especially when there weren't equal opportunities as there are now. But at times, it was challenging. "

Hilary Knight

Grateful

Hockey

I Am

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Hilary Knight

Men

Women

" Both of my parents have loved and supported me from my very first strides. "

" Being surrounded by great women and amazing role models and good teammates allowed me to unfold and evolve into the person that I am today. "

" I saw the older kids entering the rink carrying hockey sticks and bags, and I was fascinated by the equipment. Once I started skating faster, I was attracted to the speed and dynamics of hockey. I never looked back! "

" I try to get a well-balanced diet with a mix of greens, protein, and carbs. "

" At first, I felt like I was put into this box because I played hockey. I thought that I was viewed a certain way, and I shouldn't wear certain clothes. Finally, I stepped aside and said, 'That's someone else's creation of me. I can be feminine and be strong.' "

Hilary Knight

Be Strong

Hockey

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" I'm able to be able to achieve certain things that others aren't - whether it's a reaction time or the idea of a coffee that's about to be spilled and I'm able to grab it before anyone else or whatever it is. "

" As long as I still love the game and I can contribute to a team, I'd love to keep playing. "

" I like going on adventures or excursions. "

Hilary Knight

Adventures

Going

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" Obviously, different people identify me as the face of women's hockey and whatnot, but like my teammates, I'm just there to perform and compete. "

Hilary Knight

People

Women