2018 | Indiana | BOYS

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Hobey Baker Selection Committee,

Cole is an exemplary student athlete. I have watched Cole over the past two seasons grow in both his athletic ability and his confidence. He is extremely focused and competitive. These traits and his achievement personality are the reasons he was elected captain by his teammates twice. He excels on the ice as well as in the classroom. He averages over 1.75 points per game and has a plus-minus of +34. He is looked up to as well for his stellar GPA at Park Tudor. He is an excellent role model and inclusive to all players. He participates in other activities in school and is the player that comes to me about any needs the team or school has. He addresses the coaches and parents as a confident young man, looking them in the eye and speaking his mind.

He drives the team to reach its potential. His leadership is vocal and motivational. He is always the first to inspire the team and offers excellent insight with his comments. He is always supportive and positive. His temperament is balanced no matter the game or score. He has never spoken a bad word towards any opponent or teammate. His focus does a great deal of the hard work for me before games.

Cole has exceptional perspective for his age. In all the focus and pressure that we can put on ourselves he has a way of adding levity to the game and reminds us to have fun. He is an excellent judge of character and has a grip on our locker room. He identifies younger players that are facing challenges and isn’t happy unless everyone involved is.

Cole Caress has been a captain and leader in every aspect of our team. I offer you a glowing recommendation on his behalf, and thank him for his hard work and perspective.

Sincerely,

Kevin Karlander
Head Coach
Cathedral Chatard Hockey Club