News Archives: Michelle Brodeur - Featured Athlete of the Week
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019
Name: Michelle Brodeur
Jersey Number. Is there a story behind it? #01. There is no reason behind it. It's just always been my number.
Hometown: Edmonton, Alberta
High School: W.P. Wagner
At what age did you start playing your sport? What drew you to the game? I started playing soccer when I was 4-years old. My older brother played and I always wanted to play with him.
What is your fondest memory of your sport? When my team won Provincials two years ago. The chemistry and bonding the team had.
Any pre or post-game rituals that you would be willing to share? How do you prepare? Before the game, I like to play music on the bus and goof off with the girls. I also try not to get out of bed until the last minute.
What are your future goals? I want to open up my own after school program to help children in need. I want to allow people to have more opportunities to help people in the community get the extra help that they need to be successful.
From Head Coach Chris Morgan:
Any special game moments, stats you’d like to share? Michelle, playing in her 4th season, is a big game player for the Wolves. Michelle has started 9 games this season making 46 saves. Michelle oozes confidence and provides security behind the defence with safe hands and great reflexes.
What does this player bring to the dynamics of the team? Mish is joint captain of the team this year and is well liked by everyone. Michelle is one of the top keepers in the ACAC. She is always dependable and saves shots that would take your breath away. She is brave and is not afraid to come off her goal line and clear danger. Off the field, Michelle has matured as a student athlete in her 4 years but still retains a wicked sense of humour!