Option 2:

As a goalie, my defensemen are of VITAL importance, not only to the team, but especially to me! I need them to not be afraid to put their bodies on the line, just like I do between the pipes, in order to block shots before they get to me. I need them to hit hard and often to make those opposing forwards think twice about getting too close to the crease. I need them to put in a shift on the offensive end, as well, providing solid passing and helping to spring our attack by finding our offensive threats. MOST IMPORTANTLY, we have to be tight off the ice. Defense wins championships, and on-ice chemistry begins off the ice. Game nights, parties, goofing around...we need to get to know each other well to read each other on the ice. Having each other's significant others meet and hang out would be a nice bonus, too. It's hard to get too mad at each other about in-game stuff when you know your SO's are hanging out in the crowd watching.
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