QUICK FACTS
Name: Dominic Larocque
Sport: Paralympic Sledge Hockey
Nickname: The Warrior – His formidable strength on the ice and the ferocity of his slap shot.
Background: A member of the Canadian Forces, he lost his left leg in Afghanistan in 2007. After finishing, he decided to spent a full year in rehab. Decided to give sledge hockey a try. Ten months later, he made the National Team. Now considered one of the most promising players in the game.
HOW HE DOES IT
He plays on a customized sledge modified specifically for his needs. The seat is perfectly molded to his body. On ice, his combat training enables him to easily adapt to the stress of competition and perform at his peak, every single game. Constant communication and trust between his teammates means he often wins.
TRAINING REGIME
Two sessions a week on the ice. Five sessions a week in the gym.
"I LIKE THE STRESS OF PERFORMING. THE MORE, THE BETTER." – D. Larocque
WHAT KEEPS HIM GOING
His refusal to give up. His obsession to stay active.
"CHANGING YOUR GAME IS GOOD. IT KEEPS YOU ON YOUR TOES." – D.Larocque
GETTING INVOLVED IN PARASPORT
- Click here to explore the CPC's Image Bank for photos of Dominic Larocque in action!
- Interested in getting involved in Sledge Hockey? Click here to visit the website of the National Sport Organization for Sledge Hockey, Hockey Canada, to get involved as an athlete, coach, guide or volunteer!
