So excited to have had the opportunity to talk to the 'keeper, Triston Henry.  But it was not exactly what I expected, it was so much more.  Triston is a fun guy to talk to and cheer on as a supporter.  But he is unflinchingly honest too. And I was treated to some deeply heartfelt answers to questions about his pathway, barriers and frustrations as well as his dreams and accomplishments.  Soccer is an awesome game, and it is growing exponentially in Canada.  But we shouldn't lose sight of the fact that nothing can be taken for granted in this game.  And like in life nothing is just handed to you.

And Triston also reminds me that these players are every bit as human as anyone else you know.  And all of my guests have re-iterated that in different ways. Whether it was Anthony Novak reminding us about going to the limits to take opportunities, Chris Nanco reminding us that players are not super heroes and share the same mental health and emotional issues as the rest of us (even the clothing-line owning barbers), or Daniel Krutzen showing us the importance of family and opening yourself up to new cultures.

Triston's interview reminded me, that through all the early success of our young league, barriers and frustration can pop up at anytime.  The psychology of facing, and overcoming, those frustrations, is as everyday a situation as you can find.

Thanks for all the insights and knowing facial expressions that no one will ever see on this podcast.  But the message gets through.  Triston Henry is a gem!