1. Jarret Reid - Paying it
Forward
Jarret Reid knows that not everyone has been as fortune as he has. He also
understands that many great talents can be lost simply because someone never taps
into their gift. This is why Jarret stays active in programs that help those less
fortunate than himself. Jarret actively volunteers and donates to both United Way, a
coalition of charities, as well as the Juvenile Diabetes Association. Everyone has
their own obstacles to overcome, and Jarret knows that a bit of a helping hand can
go a long way, which is why he hopes his contributions to charitable groups will set
an example for fellow hockey players and coaches like himself.
2. Jarret Reid - Amateur to
ProfessionalThough Jarret Reid had much success in the amateur hockey leagues, including
receiving the International Achievement Award, (an award given out by the
Government of Ontario for distinguished performance in the field of an amateur
sport), Jarret's success as a professional player may have even dwarfed his
accomplishments as an amateur. Over the years as an amateur player, Jarret would
hone and develop his skills to become one of the best professional hockey players in
the world.
3. Jarret Reid - Mentor and Friend
Jarret Reid's success on the ice was not limited to Canada, or even his own career.
Jarret not only played hockey professionally across the world, he has taught across
the world as well. Before Jarret became a part of Ontario's wave hockey program,
becoming the Director of Power Skating and Skill Development, Jarret conducted
several skating seminars and clinics in many exotic locals. Some of these locations
included, Aosta, Italy, Copenhagen, Denmark, Hamburg Germany, and Grenoble
France.
4. Jarret Reid - Mentor and Friend
When asked what makes a good player, Jarret believes there are many factors.
Among the most important are discipline, passion, hard work, and teamwork.
However, none are as important to Jarret as having heart. Jarret says that the biggest
defining trait for a team player is that he never gives up, no matter the obstacles or
the odds, a champion perseveres through thick and thin, never settling for second
best. It is this very attitude says Jarret, that contributed to his success both as a
hockey player and a coach.