Community Connection

For this project I interviewed Zane Jones. Zane is 25 years old and plays LW/RW  for the Evansville Thunderbolts in the SPHL (Southern Professional Hockey League)

Why are you passionate about your job?

“Hockey has been my passion my whole life, very lucky that my obsession pays me money.”

What obstacles have you faced to get where you are today?

“Obstacles are very common for any Athlete. Most commonly would be injury, very hard to get injured and come back with the same drive as before.”

What advice would you pass on to someone interested in what you are doing?

“Never give up. Ever.”

Would you be open to further contact from Riverside students and if so, how come someone contact you?

“Absolutely! On Instagram.”

(My own question) Do you plan on continuing and advancing through your career?

“Yes I do, I am 25 years old. Plan on playing until my body allows me.

(My own question) How long have you been playing for?

“I have been playing hockey for 21 years. 3 years professionally.

Getting a response from a hockey player is inspirational for me because I use to play hockey in a league before my life got very busy with school and activities out of school. This was inspirational to me because he mentioned to never give up no matter what what happens and to keep fighting through the obstacles that will try and stop you. Mr. Jones went out of his time to help me finish my project and answered the questions I had for him. I am appreciative that he actually reached back to me. It was nice to interview a semi famous hockey player and not some very famous hockey player because Zane Jones is still growing and advancing through his career.