Alysha Atkinson

Disability: Multiple Sclerosis

Lives: Leighton Buzzard

I come from a background in skiing and have Multiple Sclerosis. It was through my contacts in Disability Snowsports UK, that I heard GB we’re looking for ladies to form a brand new team. So I decided why not and was shocked when I was accepted.

This in turn lead me to finding my local club to train at, which is Peterborough Phantoms.

Being part of Phantoms is like being in a big family. The game has given me a new lease on life. The freedom of gliding across the ice is second to none, the adrenaline rush in the game is immense.

I’m so glad I decided to try ice hockey, it’s a fully inclusive sport and I have made so many new friends since joining.

It doesn’t matter what standard you are, you can still have plenty of fun and laughs.