My brother coached Zach Hyman when he was around 10, 11, 12 years old for a few years.
It was a stacked team. Skinner, Balisy, McFarland, Smith-Pelley and Toffoli to name a few.
Hyman was not even close to being the best player. Not even close.
But, my brother said he was always the hardest worker. Every practice, every shift, every game. Always.
People thought he was only on the team because his dad was involved in hockey. He had to listen to that every year. But it never fazed him.
He epitomizes what hard work is. Look at him now.
The best 10, 11, or 12 year old is not always the best 25 or 30 year old. Remember that kids. Work hard.
Congrats Zach.