My JMS Experience So Far

Brett, Jeff, Me & Steve

Tonight marked my 5th game since joining JMS (Just My Speed) hockey. I’ve actually been looking forward to tonight’s game for awhile because Steve, Jeff and Brett all joined me. It’s one those instances where all the stars have aligned to give us the opportunity to play together, hopefully it won’t be the last.

Anyway, JMS has been a great way to get out and get skating again after years away from the game. Basically, you feel out a online questionnaire about your hockey experience and get assigned a level between 1-6 DOQ. Then you create an account and select games to play based on your level. I was originally placed at level 5, however, after playing a couple of games I requested to be moved down to level 4. Now that I've found my niche, I'm having a great time and the speed of the games has been spot on.

It took a few games, but the timing and flow of the game is coming back nicely now. I still feel that my brain is moving quicker than my hands and feet at times. Every game definitely has it's ups and downs. There doesn't tend to be much defensive play or back checking, tons of passing and a lot of unselfish playmaking. The players have all been very friendly (so far) and it's nice seeing more and more familiar faces each game.