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"I know that it's coming, I just hope that I'm alive for it."

My name is Patrick Cwiklinski and I'm an 18-year-old student currently enrolled at the University of Victoria in Victoria, British Columbia.

My passion for sports and writing go back almost as far as I can remember but I only found my life's passion in Grade 10 when I was lucky enough to attend a work experience week at The Province newspaper's sports division in Vancouver.

Upon returning I was motivated to begin writing in my own community and so I took to our high school's football team when they were in need of someone to send in game articles to my island's weekly newspaper, the Gulf Islands Driftwood.

After a few months of writing for the football and basketball teams, I was offered the Driftwood's first ever sports column and I'm proud to say that "Let's Talk Sports" is still around and kicking today as I prepare for my life beyond my small community of Salt Spring Island that I've grown to love.

Most recently, I began writing on Bleacher Report and the experience has been very rewarding in the sense that I'm able to get direct feedback on articles and know about the things that people enjoy about my writing as well as the things I still need to work on.

I'd also like to take this opportunity to thank every one who has signed up as one of my fans, I'm very flattered and humbled you've taken an interest in my work and I hope I won't disappoint.

Patrick's Recent Articles

DENVER - OCTOBER 24: Goalkeeper Craig Anderson #41 of the Colorado Avalanche awaits action against the Detroit Red Wings during NHL action at the Pepsi Center on October 24, 2009 in Denver, Colorado. Anderson had 48 saves as the Avalanche defeated the Red Wings 3-1. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Craig Anderson's Miraculous Month of October: Is This Guy for Real?

Published 11 days ago
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ANAHEIM, CA - MARCH 11: Goaltender Roberto Luongo #1 of the Vancouver Canucks takes a drink during a break in their NHL game against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on March 11, 2009 in Anaheim, California. The Ducks defeated the Canucks 4-3 in overtime. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

The Jig Is Up: Why Roberto Luongo Should Hand Over the "C"

Published 21 days ago
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ANAHEIM, CA - SEPTEMBER 17: Michael Grabner #40 of the Vancouver Canucks skates against the Anaheim Ducks during a preseason game at the Honda Center on September 17, 2009 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

Time To Shine: Michael Grabner Gets Shot on Vancouver Canucks Top Line

Published 24 days ago
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BOSTON - MAY 10: Tim Thomas #30 of the Boston Bruins takes a break in the action against the Carolina Hurricances during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinal Round of the 2009 Stanley Cup Playoffs on May 10, 2009 at the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

The People's Champion: Tim Thomas and His Rigid Road to Success

Published 2 months ago
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Roberto Luongo, Gilbert Arenas, Ricky Williams, Patrick Roy, Lennox Lewis, Bo Jackson, Dwayne Wade
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Vancouver Canucks, San Jose Sharks, Miami Dolphins, Miami Heat, New York Yankees
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Orr
Pele or Maradona?

Maradona
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher

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by Robert
3 days ago

Hello Everyone, take a look at this important article. It will most likely be my last on bleacher report. Feel free to pass it around. Thank you very much and God Bless!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283900-you-are-not-a-unique-snowflake
by Alex
7 days ago

Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full
by Leroy
7 days ago

Glad you enjoyed Rojo's article, it was just amazing, wasn't it?

Thanks for asking about my mom. Considering the circumstances, she's doing as well as I could possibly hope. Now that I'm making sure to get proper rest, I'm doing better, too, and hope to start pushing out some work again here soon.
by Leroy
10 days ago

Hi Patrick, how are you?

If you get a second, take a look at this must-read from Rojo Grande. A true masterpiece:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279848-triumph-and-tragedy-where-heroes-are-forged

I've been out of commission since Sunday, so I'm behind on my reading, but I will get to your article on Craig Anderson in a little bit!
by Alex
14 days ago

Which of the NFL's undefeated teams will take their first loss this week?

I've got my predictions and analysis including a big upset!

Check it out:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278188-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-seven
by Suzette
17 days ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/276131-a-second-helping-of-saints-gumbo

cajun cooking anyone?
by Jonathan
17 days ago

Hi Patrick, check out the latest, thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/276079-love-or-hate-boo-or-kiss-titletown-rules-in-philly
by JW
20 days ago

now may be the the time to : http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274477-let-the-mutiny-begin-in-redskins-nation
by Alex
21 days ago

Check out what's in store for the NFL's week six action!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274024-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-six/show_full
by Blaine
about 1 month ago

At long last the second part of the 49ers All "No" team is here:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268746-the-san-francisco-49ers-all-no-team-pt-2-the-linemen
by Suzette
about 1 month ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/266240-do-you-part-save-the-tatas
by JW
about 1 month ago

this man belongs in Canton :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265091-crazy-canton-cuts-don-coryell
by Hotnuke
about 1 month ago

Patrick,

I know this is a very lengthy piece, but it’s one I hope you find the time to enjoy at your leisure. It’s a fantastic biographical tribute to the greatest boxer in history, Sugar Ray Robinson. If you have the time, give it a perusal and let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/262970-greatness-revisited-sugar-ray-robinson-dominates-the-sweet-science

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke
by Blaine
about 1 month ago

Happy Birthday "Ironhead" where ever you are!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261862-craig-heyward-a-man-called-ironhead
by Nick
about 1 month ago

What up everyone? I wrote an article about the changes here on B/R over the last couple of months, and about some of the things that we used to have, that we don't anymore. If you could, check it out.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261261-dear-bleacher-report-please-bring-back-the-old-format

As I have said in the past, many times, I am not on here for AOTD votes, but I believe that if enough of you give me your AOTD vote, then maybe the higher ups will bring back some of the things that are gone.

Thanks a bunch, I really appreciate it.

Nick

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