Video: Rachel Dawson Opens Up About Her Decision to Retire

Posted May 15, 2017
After an iconic career as a field hockey player, Rachel Dawson is choosing to retire. Although departing from the game that you have dedicated your life to can be challenging, Dawson is at peace with her decision. In this video, Dawson explains her decision to retire, and how she hopes to grow as a person moving forward. (LikeAPro.com)

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