In Focus is our gift to the community. A way for us to help show our recognition for the people, businesses and organizations that help make our city great. The team at KelownaNow.com is passionate about this community and the people that make it amazing. We want to show our friends, neighbours, family and colleagues that we notice them and the fabulous things that they do.
What is your name and nickname if you have one?
Jaia Dawn Freer and my nickname is JJ
What sport are you most passionate about?
Hockey
What team or club do you currently belong to?
Novice girls Blue Lightning
What are the names of past teams and clubs
Novice Ice Wolves, Kelowna Blue Dragons
What makes you passionate about your sport and when did you start?
I love to win and compete, and I like to skate
Who have been some of the biggest influences on you?
My brother and my coach Dani
My proudest accomplishments to date are:
Scoring my first goal was a treat, and I also had a hat trick during one shift on the ice. I just want to get better.
My short term goals and my long term goals are:
In the short term I want to help others get better, and in the long term I want to play in the Olympics or the NHL
Who is your favourite female celebrity?
Hayley Wickenheiser
What is your favourite movie?
Big Hero 6
Who is your favourite professional sports team?
The Vancouver Canucks
Who is your favourite local sports team?
The Kelowna Rockets!
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Taylor Swift
What is your favourite song?
Shake it Off by Taylor Swift of course!
Where would you like to travel to?
New York City
Tell us some of the things that are on your bucket list
To keep being awesome!
What are some of your hobbies?
Reading, writing, guitar, soccer, hockey, basketball, football
Where are some of your favourite places to dine?
The Bohemian Cafe
What is your favourite store?
Sports Excellence
What is the best event or activity?
Outdoor Skating
What would you suggest as the best thing to do or see, to your out-of-town guests?
Take the greenway to the beach and go for a hike
What changes would you like to see made in Kelowna?
Less cars on the road and more hockey
What do you think makes Kelowna so great?
The nice weather and good activities that are available year round
What has been your most memorable moment in Kelowna?
When my little sister was born five years ago.
Do you have anything else that you would like to share or say to everyone?
Hello to my family in Vancouver, Burns Lake and Halifax
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