Athlete Profile
Iain Smythe
Men's National Team
Position: ForwardAge: 27
Height: 183 cm
Hometown: Vancouver, BC
Residence: Vancouver, BC
Birthplace: Vancouver, BC
Senior Caps: 55
1st Int'l Appearance: 2009 in Surrey vs. India
Career Highlights
- 2010, 2011 Senior Nationals Championship Gold Medal
Field Hockey Background
I was very fortunate that my parents registered me into the Vancouver Hawks Spring season at 8 years old.
Former Teams: Servette H.C., Geneve, Switzerland
Coaches: Alan Brahmst, Robin D'Abreo
Favourite Moment with Team Canada
My friend and fellow team mate Rob Short’s inspiring and electrifying team speeches, sending clear messages that anything and everything is possible.
Proudest Moment
My first cap against India held at Tamanawis Field has been my proudest hockey moment to date because I was able to play in front of my parents, family and friends.
My Life
I am a middle child of three boys with a very loving and supportive family. My plan as of now is to follow my dream of playing for Team Canada while working towards my journeyman certificate as a Plumber and Contractor. I love exploring different parts of the world and have been very fortunate throughout my years to be able to experience various cultures.
Education
University: British Columbia Institute of Technology
Languages: English
Advice for aspiring athletes...
The only one who can stop you from striving to be the best is you.
Role Model
My parents have been great role models and have always stuck by my side, supporting my dreams and desires.
Favourite Quote
"Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new" - Albert Einstein
Interesting Facts
1. I love being out on the water.
2. I will drive miles and miles to help a friend.
3. I am not perfect, I make mistake's to.
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World League Round 2
Senior Men x 11May 6-12, 2013
St. Germain, France -
FIH Road to London (Men) x 3 x 2 x 7
February 18-26, 2012
New Delhi, IndiaFinal Standing: 3 -
2011 FIH Champions Challenge 1 (Men)
November 26 - December 4, 2011
Johannesburg, South AfricaFinal Standing: 8 -
2011 Pan American Games (Men) x 7 x 5 x 2
October 20-29, 2011
Guadalajara, MexicoFinal Standing: 2 -
2011 European Tour (Men)
August 5-18, 2011
Belgium, Netherlands, Germany -
2011 4 Nation Classic (Men)
July 15-24, 2011
Vancouver, BCFinal Standing: 1 -
2011 UK Tour (Men)
April 13-25, 2011
England, Ireland, Scotland -
Canada vs. USA, France
(Senior Men)February 19-27, 2011
Chula Vista, California, USA -
2010 Commonwealth Games (Men)
October 3-14, 2010
Delhi, IndiaFinal Standing: 7 -
Canada vs. Chile
(Men's National Team)July 31 - August 6, 2010
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Canada vs. USA
(Senior Men)October 27-31, 2009
Vancouver, BC -
Canada vs. India
(Senior Men)October 9-24, 2009
Victoria & Surrey, BC
Provincial Associations
BC Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba Ontario Quebec Nova Scotia P.E.I
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