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A poignant and inspiring memoir of the people and challenges that shaped the life and career of Canada's most decorated Indigenous athlete. Bryan Trottier, a seven-time Stanley Cup champion and member of both the Hockey Hall of Fame and the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame, set a new standard of hockey excellence. Named one of the NHL's Top 100 Players of All Time in 2017, Trottier grew up in Val Marie, Saskatchewan, as the son of a Cree father and an Irish-Canadian mother. Despite his athletic gifts, he faced racism, but his mother instilled pride in his Indigenous heritage. This memoir transcends hockey, offering a poignant, funny, and wise perspective on life through the lens of the sport. Trottier shares stories about family, friends, teammates, and coaches, highlighting the lessons learned and their profound impact on his development. The narrative encompasses the highs of his upbringing and championship victories, alongside the lows of being released from the Islanders, adjusting to life post-hockey, financial struggles, and depression. Notable figures in his life include his father Buzz, legendary coach Al Arbour, teammates Clark Gillies and Mike Bossy, and close friend Mario Lemieux, as well as a high school teacher who nurtured his self-confidence and writing.