Megan Marshman '25 Recruiting Profile

I am a 16 year old goalie hockey player.  I started playing hockey when I was 11.  Started off as a center and defenseman.  During one of our games, our goalie wasn't able to play.  I asked the coach if I can give it a try, I was 13.  That is when I realized I wanted to be a permanent goalie.  I fell in love with the position instantly. I am not afraid to take risks and I'm always up for new challenges.  That' what being a goalie means to me.  Risks, and always developing and learning. Every time I see that coach, I always thank him for giving me the opportunity to play goalie.  I think because of him I would not be where I am today. 

At 14 I was called up to play "midget" hockey now U18.  I gave the team their first win.  Their first shut out. It was an amazing feeling.  Their goalie had health issues and I was asked to stay on permanently.  That year I was playing double duty.  Playing for my regular team and playing for the U18 team.  Coaches from other teams started to take notice. When they found out how old I was, they were shocked. While playing with U18, I became friends with one of the defenseman.  Turns out she is Lebanese, as am I (Lebanese decent). Her mom asked if I wanted to come out and meet some of the women from the Lebanese women' hockey team.  I met  Charles El-Mir the President of the Women's Lebanese Hockey Federation.  We hit it off immediately.  He asked me if I would like to join the team.  Without really seeing me play he took that chance on me. That chance took me to Miami, Florida. In October 2021 I had the opportunity to play in Amerigol Latam Cup - Women.  I was the youngest player in that tournament.  We played teams like Mexico, Puerto Rico, Columbia just to name a few.  I had 4 shut outs during that tournament and we placed 4th overall.  That was an amazing experience.  We do have a few more tournaments scheduled for the new year.  One of them will be in China. I have practiced and played with the girls in Montreal. 

Currently I play in the U18 Division for the Stittsville Rockets. The season has just begun.  I have 2 shutouts. 1 loss. I am still doing my goalie training with Trainer Craig Boassaly who is also a goalie trainer for the Men's Lebanese Hockey Federation.  We do lots of dryland and on ice training. 

From a little age I've always been interested in sports.  My parents put me in Karate class where I achieved my black belt.  I do think what I learned in karate comes into play while being a goalie.  The discipline, the quickness, and just finding calm in the game. I have played basketball, football and playing baseball in the summer.  My parents say that I'm a quick learner and adapt very well to sports.  My parents of course are my biggest champion.  I wouldn't be where I am without their support.

My goal is to be a full-time firefighter.  I enjoy being around people but I also enjoy helping people.  Like a goalie, firefighters need to be quick thinkers, strong and courageous. Firefighters face challenging situations and split-decisions need to made.  I'm active and I do have the requirements for the physical and endurance aspect to be a firefighter.   For me being a firefighter would be a rewarding career.  

To sum it all up, my passion is hockey.  Hockey is supposed to be fun. Something I live by.  I always remind myself why do I play this sport?  Because it's fun.  You build relationships on and off the ice. Dedication, persistence and strong work ethic is the key to everything.  School, sports and home life.