AWSUM had a chat with Jayden Leech, first team hockey captain of Grey College. We asked him about their season and what his expectations are for the game against Paul Roos Gymnasium.

Jayden Leech

How is the composition of the team for this weekend? Are there any injuries?We have a fully fit team who are fully motivated and ready for the game.

Are you happy with your results this year? Yes, we have worked extremely hard this year, and this has been reflected in our results, being unbeaten in all our Interschools.

What do you expect from Paul Roos on Saturday? We expect a very tough game from one of the best teams in the country, but we know we are ready and will be up for the challenge.

What does being captain of Grey College mean to you? It is a massive privilege for me to captain the First Hockey Team. Leading my team out onto the field every game is a feeling and honour I can’t put into words.

Do you have any rituals or traditions before the game? We just stick together and motivate ourselves throughout the day, getting ourselves physically and mentally ready for the game in the evening.

How do you as a team deal with the expectations of your fans and spectators? We use the crowd and supporters as motivation to play our game. The expectations only fuel us to do better and leave everything on the field.

Which famous player (any sport) do you look up to and why? I look up to Virat Kohli. He is an exceptional leader who is extremely passionate and hardworking. He uses his emotions to motivate those around him, and the players who play under him give everything on the field because of his leadership.

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