Q&A WITH MILES KOULES + NOTES
I had a chance to chat with Miles Koules of the US Under-18 Program last week for a more extensive interview for the Future Considerations 2012 NHL Draft Guide. I quickly added a couple questions that Twitter/HockeyBuzz followers sent my way, so here you are, folks. Enjoy.
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How did you start in hockey?
My dad played hockey, so when I was younger I started skating. By six I was in hockey.
Your dad played a couple years in the WHL, including a time with the Medicine Hat Tigers. How has he helped you in your career thus far?
When I was younger he always gave me his two cents on hockey and different situations in the sport, to help me understand more. He's taught me different ways to shoot. He's just brought that love, playing all the time, and really helping me bring out my love of the game.
How do you keep from burning out as a hockey player?
I've always kept up with different sports until recently, playing golf and baseball, so it wasn't all hockey. But it's just the love, like I said.
What motivated you to step away from your commitment to the University of North Dakota, and sign with the Medicine Hat Tigers of the WHL, instead?
Look at how many games they play in the Dub compared to college. I thought it was the best move for me, to learn different things that work in different games, getting more reps. I met with Coach Clouston and GM McEwen, and it just felt like the right fit. I knew it was right, so I just decided to take the chance.
(Check out the above link for a chance to win a game-worn Griffin Reinhart helmet.)
How did you start in hockey?
My dad played hockey, so when I was younger I started skating. By six I was in hockey.
Your dad played a couple years in the WHL, including a time with the Medicine Hat Tigers. How has he helped you in your career thus far?
When I was younger he always gave me his two cents on hockey and different situations in the sport, to help me understand more. He's taught me different ways to shoot. He's just brought that love, playing all the time, and really helping me bring out my love of the game.
How do you keep from burning out as a hockey player?
I've always kept up with different sports until recently, playing golf and baseball, so it wasn't all hockey. But it's just the love, like I said.
What motivated you to step away from your commitment to the University of North Dakota, and sign with the Medicine Hat Tigers of the WHL, instead?
Look at how many games they play in the Dub compared to college. I thought it was the best move for me, to learn different things that work in different games, getting more reps. I met with Coach Clouston and GM McEwen, and it just felt like the right fit. I knew it was right, so I just decided to take the chance.