b'Kirsten Welsh (continued from page 3)Id typically see plays develop.But when youre ociating, you need to be aware of all the players, even those who might be uninvolved with the ac-tion at a given moment.Shechuckles.Ivecertainly learned a greater respect for the of- cials job!I even had to change my skating style.When youre playing, youre accustomedtousingyourstickforKirsten, same exposure camp, honing skills for future goals.balance.It felt strange atrst, skating without it.Thementalaspectofthejob hasproventobeanotherlearningKirsten during herrst exposure camp on her way to a rookie camp for referee.experience.Naturally, knowledge of the ruleof the players and for controlling theanother NHL ociating hopeful.book is critical.You have to make agame, so you have to be con dent inKatieGuaywasanotherofthe decision on the spot, and possibly ex- yourself. four women selected at the combine, plain a ruling to coaches and players. So far, so good she reports. and she suggested I attend.She has Con dence,sheadds,isjustasI am where I need to be physi- anamazingresume,withalotof important as knowing the rules. And cally and improving with my on-iceyearsociatingexperiencealready possiblythekeytoherfutureinpositioning.Itsthementalaspectunder her belt, and the kind of calmPharmacy Associates ociating. that Im giving greatest attention to. demeanouryouneedasareferee.Flu shots are now availableIt might be the most signi cantThe seminar in Elmira representsShes been a great mentor. Blackstock native Kirsten Welsh during her playing days with theof Port Perryfactor in long-term success.As an of- yetanotherpieceofthepuzzle.KirstensociatingcareerwillWhitby Jr. Wolves. at our pharmacy. Kirstensinvitationcamethroughstart in earnest in January 2020, ironi- cally in the same NCAA division where she so recentlyNo appointment required cial, youre responsible for the safety competed.Itll be great experience and a real jump start for me.While working 10-15 college gamespotentially trav- Caring for the healthelling among three statescertainly represents her earli- of the community.est apprenticeship, theres no time limit on consideringone patient at a time.advancement to the next level.The AHL [American Hockey League, where the mi-nor league aliates of the NHL play] might be the most logical, she explains.Even through a staticky phone connection, her ambition and passion are evident.First female ocial in the NHL.?That job, we joke, would certainly ramp up her travelling schedule beyond its already-busy pace. Pharmacy Associates You never know, she replies simply. Pharmacy Associates of Port PerryTheres no hesitancy in her responseonly modestyof Port Perryand realism, underlying a quiet con dence in her currenta proud member ofpath and her abilities.Just the kind of attributes youdDoug Brown need to rise to the highest level of any profession.AndLead Pharmacistjust the kind of attitude youd need to be a trailblazer.By Scott Mercer, Focus on Scugog Caring for the community for over 21 yearsA note from Kirstens mom Free deliveryCompliance Packaging ServicesJust a little note, Kirsten played for Brad Bricknell for the 11 Water Street, Unit B, 2018ReadersDurham Ice Breakers Summer Tournament team whenPort Perry Choice Awardsshe was 14, I think, and he was instrumental in developing(beside Monte Carlo Hair) PORT PERRY STARher as a premier hockey player. She was the only girl on the team and he gave her the opportunity to play with905-985-9200high-level AAA players. I would love to give kudos to Brad, as he is a wonderful coach! www.pharmacyassociates.caFOCUS - NOVEMBER 20195'