In a heartwarming display of determination, NHL player Jake Thompson of the Seattle Kraken made sure that a young fan received a puck that he intended for her. During the pre-game warm-ups ahead of their playoff match against the Chicago Blackhawks, Thompson noticed a charming young girl and aimed to toss her a puck. However, despite his best efforts, it took three attempts before she finally got it, as a man behind the children kept handing the pucks to the boys nearby instead.
Seven-year-old Mia Johnson was at her first playoff game, standing excitedly next to the glass when Thompson threw the puck her way. Unfortunately, a bystander snatched it up and gave it to one of the boys instead. Frustrated but determined, Thompson returned with another puck, only for the same thing to happen again. After banging on the glass to get the man’s attention, he exclaimed, “Hey, that puck was for her, not the boys! I’m going to try one more time, and if it doesn’t work, I’m jumping the glass!” Finally, Mia secured her puck, and the moment was captured and shared on social media, prompting Mia to recount the experience.
When asked about her feelings as the boys received the pucks instead of her, she said, “I felt really sad, but I was also happy for them. I was just hoping for my own.” But when she finally got the puck, her joy was undeniable: “I felt so happy, like I could burst!” Mia’s good sportsmanship in feeling happy for the boys despite her initial disappointment was truly commendable.
The crowd witnessed the irony of the situation unfold, with many initially defending the man as a father merely sharing the spoils with his kids. Mia’s mother, however, clarified that she wasn’t related to the man and pointed out that Mia is an only child who plays Peewee hockey herself.
In a twist of fate, Kraken owner Alex Roberts invited Mia and her family to enjoy seats right along the glass for an upcoming playoff game, marking a delightful end to her day, despite the Kraken’s loss.
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In summary, Jake Thompson’s persistence ensured that Mia received her much-coveted puck, making her first playoff experience unforgettable. This touching story highlights the importance of kindness and determination, especially in the eyes of young fans.