!['It was extremely special for me:' Victoria hockey player returns from representing Great Britain at World Hockey Championship](https://cdn.cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/12071524/Hammond-beta-1024x597.jpg)
CHEK
WatchMike Hammond is one of the rare athletes who has represented two countries (Canada and Great Britain) on the international stage. The 29-year-old Brighton native recently returned from competing in his first ever World Hockey Championship as Great Britain made their first appearance in the tournament in 25 years.