ABOUT WHITNEY

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

Occupation/Profession: Early Childhood Development

Career Goal: Preschool Teacher

Lifetime Goal: To be successful at whatever I do

Favourite type of workout: Zumba

Why do you love the game of Hockey: There is nothing like a hockey game!  I love hockey because it’s non-stop action and requires an incredible amount of skill. I also love the passion of hockey fans

Best Characteristic: Motivated and determined

What is something unique about you that most people don’t know: I travelled to six European countries in 12 days back in 2001

Dream vacation: Staying in overwater bungalows in Bora Bora

Favourite food: Chicken and rice

Dream Date: Go-karting and the arcade, followed by ice cream

Song that best describes you: Be Yourself by Audioslave

Describe your personal style: Natural, comfy, chic and athletic

Why do you want to be part of the Octane: It’s a great way for me to give back to the community, meet new people, and share my love of dance with Oil Country

Who is your idol: My older sister Tracy and actress Scarlett Johansson

What is your performance background: Competitive cheerleading since I was 14 years old with various school and all-star teams. I have coached cheerleading to tots, junior, and senior level athletes for nine years

If money and time weren’t factors, what would you do: I would move to Australia and volunteer at various PASA Primate Sanctuaries

Best Memory as an Octane Member: Making the team back in October 2010 and becoming part of the first Canadian NHL cheerleading team. Monday Morning Magic at Capital Ex this past summer was another highlight of my Octane career so far