Grady Martin

My name is Grady Martin, I was born April 26, 2006, to Kathy and Trent Martin. I attended Assumption R.C. School from kindergarten to grade 6, Oyen Public School for grade 7.

In grade 8 I decided to follow my passion and love of hockey and tried out for the U15 AAA in Medicine Hat. Once becoming a member of the team my family and I realized that it was just too hectic of a schedule, and I would have to relocate/billet to Medicine Hat. I attended Notre Dame Academy. For grade 9, I again played U15 AAA; I attended Irvine School; we were shut down due to COVID, and I returned home shortly after the hockey season began. Grade 10 I made the U18AAA in Lethbridge I attended Catholic Central High School. For grades 11 and 12 I have been in Prince Albert, SK playing with Prince Albert Raiders in the Western Hockey League (WHL) and attending Carlton Comprehensive High school.

My hockey career has taken me to a lot of different places. I have been billeted by some incredible families and I have been so fortunate to have met a lot of great friends along the way. It was hard moving away at such a young age, but I am glad my parents allowed me to pursue this dream.

Some of my favorite memories growing up aren’t school related. I enjoyed my carefree life in Oyen and hanging out with my Oyen friends. Basketball games outside the house, mini stick games in our basement, bike rides to DebMart.

Other things I enjoy are golfing, hunting, camping, fishing, spending time with my family.

Along my travels I have acquired a few nicknames like Marty and Birdman.

My future plans include continuing to play in the WHL for the next three years, being drafted to the NHL and one day playing in the NHL.