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I LOVE Hayley Wickenheiser but I unfortunately found this book fell short of my expectations (although this may be my own fault). I found the book to be very slow and a bit choppy. I wish the book contained more details into her full story and background leading up to where she is now but I found it was very vague in this respect. It is inspirational but the lessons are brief with quick examples and reflections on her experiences. The book outlines her astounding work ethic and drive to succeed which was interesting. Overall, I enjoyed it but did find certain parts difficult to get through as it felt a bit impersonal. I still find Hayley to be an incredible inspiration and an amazing role model.
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Title: Over the Boards: Lessons from the Ice
Author: Hayley Wickenheiser
Genre: Memoir
Rating: 4.0
Pub Date: January 1, 2021
T H R E E • W O R D S
Wise • Gritty • Inspiring
📖 S Y N O P S I S
13 World Championship appearances. 6 Olympic Games. Hockey Hall of Famer. All while raising a child, earning multiple university degrees, and not benefiting from the financial stability male professional athletes have. She gave the game everything she had--now, Hayley shares what the game gave her.
💭 T H O U G H T S
Hayley Wickenheiser's resumé certainly speaks for itself. She is one of Canada's most decorated athletes, a Canadian icon, and a role-model to so many young kids. Over the Boards offers a detailed look into her life inside of and outside of hockey.
It's structured in a way that I got to know her better, yet she also gives some good life advice on how to achieve success. She offers many valuable lessons, and inspires a whole generation with her wisdom. I particularly appreciated her mentioning the importance of rest in our lives. I think this is something that is often forgotten, and for which we often need a reminder.
This isn't just a book about hockey. It explores motherhood, life after hockey, working the frontline during a global pandemic, competing in a male dominated world, etc. Yes, I loved listening to the parts about all of her success on the world stage, but I think I appreciated these aspects even more, as they are the things I didn't know.
I came away from Over the Boards seeing Hayley as a more well-round person, not just a professional athlete. And for me, that's the power of a good memoir. I definitely will be interested in learning more about her new role, and seeing where it leads.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• hockey fans
• sports memoir enthusiasts
• anyone facing a challenge
Author: Hayley Wickenheiser
Genre: Memoir
Rating: 4.0
Pub Date: January 1, 2021
T H R E E • W O R D S
Wise • Gritty • Inspiring
📖 S Y N O P S I S
13 World Championship appearances. 6 Olympic Games. Hockey Hall of Famer. All while raising a child, earning multiple university degrees, and not benefiting from the financial stability male professional athletes have. She gave the game everything she had--now, Hayley shares what the game gave her.
💭 T H O U G H T S
Hayley Wickenheiser's resumé certainly speaks for itself. She is one of Canada's most decorated athletes, a Canadian icon, and a role-model to so many young kids. Over the Boards offers a detailed look into her life inside of and outside of hockey.
It's structured in a way that I got to know her better, yet she also gives some good life advice on how to achieve success. She offers many valuable lessons, and inspires a whole generation with her wisdom. I particularly appreciated her mentioning the importance of rest in our lives. I think this is something that is often forgotten, and for which we often need a reminder.
This isn't just a book about hockey. It explores motherhood, life after hockey, working the frontline during a global pandemic, competing in a male dominated world, etc. Yes, I loved listening to the parts about all of her success on the world stage, but I think I appreciated these aspects even more, as they are the things I didn't know.
I came away from Over the Boards seeing Hayley as a more well-round person, not just a professional athlete. And for me, that's the power of a good memoir. I definitely will be interested in learning more about her new role, and seeing where it leads.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• hockey fans
• sports memoir enthusiasts
• anyone facing a challenge
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail