Quick hits with Gatineau Olympiques goaltender Ryan Mior

BOUCHERVILLE, Saturday, January 12, 2008 – This week, the official website of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League presents an interview with the new all-time leader in games played (223) at the goaltender position, Ryan Mior (Jacques Cloutier played in 222 games with the Trois-Rivières Draveurs in the late 1970’s).

<i>When you began your major junior hockey career, did you ever think that you would reach such an important milestone?</i>

"I never believed that anything like this would happen. Year after year, game after game, I just kept reaching different stages, and now I’ve played in over 220 games in the QMJHL."

<i> You’re one shutout away from surpassing the all-time record held by Adam Russo (13). Is it something that you’ve been aiming for this season?</i>

"I had thought about it, but it wasn’t a goal of mine. I didn’t want to put any added pressure which could influence the way I played, but it would be great if I managed to pull it off. I would be very proud."

<i> What would you say are your best attributes as a goaltender?</i>

"I think my greatest strengths are my positioning and my ability to react to the play."

<i> Seeing as this is your final season in the QMJHL, what are your plans for next season?</i>

"I plan on attending a University next year. For the moment, I don’t really know where or in what field, but I’m leaning toward a degree in business administration. One thing’s for sure, I want to play University hockey."

<i>How much have you enjoyed playing for the Olympiques?</i>

"I really liked playing here and I love the city, which is right next to Ottawa. We have an excellent team, a great coach and I’ve made a lot of friends. I plan on establishing myself in Gatineau once my playing days are over."