January 2, 2012

Brothers, Backyard Rinks and Business

The following article featuring Dartmouth forward Nick Walsh appeared January 2 on the Dartmouth Web site.


Stop me if you've heard this story before.

In a rural area of Ontario, three brothers grew up with a backyard rink that consumed a majority of their free time in the winter months. The three would play before school began and as soon as it let out. They played before and after dinner and until being dragged in by their mother for the night.

The rink, a product of their father's understanding of their love and passion for the game, began humbly when they were young and, over time, developed into something a bit more polished.

 

Complete article can be accessed via the Dartmouth Web site by clicking here.