Derek Dorsett
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What does Derek claim as the most important attribute that got him to the NHL?
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Shooting
Skating
Fighting
Never-quite attitude
How did Derek respond to not being picked in the WHL bantam draft
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Gave up
Complained
Used it as motivation
Did nothing
What was the one thing Derek claims he could control?
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His attitude
How many goals he scored
Being drafted
How many fights he won
Derek states that a great leader will NEVER ASK a teammate
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For money
For relationship advice
To do something the leader wouldn't do themselves
For feedback after a game or practice
What are some ways players can create confidence for themselves?
Committing to your goal
Sacrificing
Putting in extra work
All of the above
In order to believe in yourself, you must be able to perform at a high level. What does Derek claim is a crucial part of being able to perform at a high level?
Being the fastest skater on the team
Taking care of your body
Having an agent or advisor
Being a nice teammate
Towards the end of the interview, Derek mentions that an important part of his success was the belief that hockey is fun and it is supposed to be fun. Do you believe a hockey player can make fun a priority while also putting in the extra work and sacrificing things outside of hockey to chase their dream of playing hockey at the highest level? Why or why not?
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Derek Dorsett was cut from many teams before having success in his hockey career. Describe the most effective response to being cut from a hockey team. Include any personal examples of teams you have been cut from and how you responded to these setbacks.
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