Academic Spotlight Series; #71 Tanner Dickinson
November 20, 2020 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL) - Soo Greyhounds News Release
"Teachers Life are proud sponsors of the OHL's Academic Spotlight Program," says Doug Baker, President and CEO of Teachers Life. "The dedication of the OHL's student-athletes to their education mirrors Teachers Life's commitment to students and educators across the province. By celebrating these athletes, they become role models to kids in their communities through their dedication to academic excellence, integrity and curiosity."
#71 TANNER DICKINSON
Position: C/LW
Shoots: Left
Height: 5.11
Weight: 148 lbs
Hometown: Perrysburg, OH
DRAFT:
- NHL - STL (2020) Round 4 (#119)
- OHL - SOO (2019) Free Agent Signing
2019-20 STATS
GP: 64 | G: 9 | A: 31 | PTS: 40
* led all Greyhounds rookies; His 31 assists ranked 2nd among OHL rookies, while his 40 points was good for 5th overall among OHL rookies
** was awarded Greyhounds Rookie of the Year and was co-recipient of the team's Scholastic Player of the Year award.
1. Where are you currently going to school?
I am currently taking online courses through Arizona State University.
2. What program/classes are you taking?
I am taking Microeconomics and working towards my degree in Business (Business Administration).
3. How do you balance the time commitment required to be successful on the ice and in the classroom?
I try to take advantage of the study sessions with the Greyhounds academic advisors after practice during the week so that I can focus on games on weekends.
4. How do you make up for time out of the classroom (ie. road trips)?
I try to stay a step ahead on my assignments so that if we do have a busy week I won't fall behind.
5. What importance does the coaching staff place on academic success?
I believe they value it a lot as being able to manage taking courses while playing major junior hockey shows hard work and responsibility.
6. You were a co-recipient of the Soo Greyhounds Scholastic Player of the Year award last season, what does winning this award mean to you?
I was happy to be a co-recipient of the Scholastic Player of the Year award. Getting my degree is an achievement I am working towards by taking classes during the season and in the summer.
7. What advice/tips do you have for young fans out there who dream of one day playing in the OHL.
I think it is important to put yourself in an environment where it is fun to work hard and compete. I think doing so can help you develop and build a mindset of training hard every time you get an opportunity to do so.
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