(Photo courtesy Mckenzie Broderick)

By Alexis Broderick – Social Media Editor-in-Chief

The Milford Lightning girls ice hockey team recently started its inaugural season and has positive vibes even with the current COVID regulation and precautions. The Lightning is comprised of players from Law, Foran, Norte Dame-Fairfield, Weston, and Pomperaug. Social Media Editor-in-Chief Alexis Broderick interviewed assistant captain Mckenzie Broderick about the new season.  

Alexis Broderick: How has the start of the girls ice hockey season been?

Mckenzie Broderick: With COVID and everything that is happening, the start of the season was very slow; however, the whole team is just grateful that we are able to have a season with everything that has happened. 

AB: What are you goals for the season?

MB: For me personally, one of my goals is to stay in shape considering that I will be playing in college next year. In regards to the team our main goal is to have fun and make the most of the season that we are given, especially the seniors.

AB: How has COVID changed the way you play ice hockey?

MB: COVID has changed a few things about hockey. For one, obviously ,no spectators are allowed which can be challenging to keep that energy up during a game. We also need to wear masks at all times which is a new challenge but we do get mask breaks throughout the games which are helpful. 

AB: What sparked your interest in hockey?

MB: I grew up with uncles playing hockey so I was constantly at the rink and traveling to see them play. Watching them sparked my interest in the sport and I’ve been playing ever since.

AB: What is your role as assistant captain?

MB: As assistant captain, my role is to keep the team positive through not only the switch of a whole new team but also not let the covid regulations bring the team down. The main thing that me and the other captains try to do is just keep the team positive throughout every practice and game.