Mason Trafford is among the Canadian Premier League’s top defenders and consistent performers.
Yet they were widely recognized, mostly because it’s not something that any fan — casual or hardcore — would expect from Cavalry’s captain.Article contentHis position — he’s a defender and known foremost for his prowess in his own end.
“We live by this ethos of rule of three,” continued Wheeldon Jr. “If it’s three times tried, it becomes a habit. So who knows? On his third attempt, maybe it goes in the back of the net — and maybe it gets us in the playoffs or wins us the playoffs.”Article content “Although I may be older now, I still have — hopefully — some magic in the boots and the body that I can pull something like that off. And if it comes again, maybe third time is a charm.”
“He heard the ball ruffle the net,” said Wheeldon Jr. with his trademark grin. “And his comments afterward were, “I couldn’t understand why nobody was celebrating with me.Article content