In the heart of his junior cycle, Smythe was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, a disease that results in inflammation and ulcers of the colon and often comes along with severe abdominal pain and weight loss, and – in the worst case – death.
Going to the Olympic Games is often a once in a lifetime opportunity for anyone who is lucky enough to be a part of the experience. For a group of Canadian men’s field hockey players, the chance to go to the Games with a sibling presents an even more unique possibility.
Over the last month, member’s of Canada’s Men’s National Team have been spending time at local schools sharing the story of their Olympic qualification and promoting the sport of field hockey.
Canada’s men’s field hockey team will begin 2016 with warm-weather training and friendly matches Cape Town, South Africa from January 13th – February 1st.
Field Hockey Canada and the Canadian Men’s National Field Hockey Program have named the Senior Men’s National Team and Development Squad rosters for the 2016 competition year.