Rachel Llanes Revisited, Part One
A closer look at Rachel’s journey from youth hockey in a mall rink to three-time pro league champion and Olympian.
Only a fraction of athletes ever get paid to play professionally. Only a fraction of that fraction ever become household names. So, what about the rest of them? What about the rank-and-file players whose names don't show up in the fan shops or on the news? While the celebrated figures inspire fans and aspiring athletes alike, some of the best stories demonstrating grit and perseverance reside in the overlooked majority.
One of these stories belongs to Rachel Llanes.