Juan Carlos Guzman '21 Recruiting Profile

“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments.”

I was not raised on hockey; it was not until my grandparents took me to Niagra Falls six years ago and bought me a $30.00 stick.

When I came home, I told my mom that I wanted to play hockey, and that weekend we went to the nearest rink and enrolled in the Learn to Skate class.  After the class, my mom asked me what I thought, and I told her that I want to play hockey.

Within a few weeks, I had all my gear, which my papal found used, and I was going to my first practice. 

That moment when I stepped on the ice, I felt something inside me, a drive to learn, grow, and conquer something.  I was going to play hockey.

The next few years, I spent all my free time watching YouTube videos, reading, and going to the rink, teaching myself necessary hockey skills.

As far as camps and private lessons, I live in an area where hockey is not popular; therefore, my mom and I would  pack up my twin brothers and  drive everywhere.

I have played for different levels of teams, but for the last 2.5 years, I found my match with a local high school team and a great coach who can bring out my talents.

My team went to nationals for the past three years. Of course, last year was canceled due to COVID.

On the days I don’t have practices, workout, or have games, I help with my nine-year-old brothers (twins).  I also enjoy working on cars and hanging around the house.

I look forward to answering any questions.

Kind regards,

Juan Carlos Guzman