Why Not You, Jennifer Botterill
Why Not You, Jennifer Botterill
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Why Not You
My Story of Perseverance, Hockey, and Olympic Gold

Author: Jennifer Botterill, Kristina Rutherford

Narrator: Jennifer Botterill

Unabridged: TBD

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Viking

Published: 09/22/2026

Synopsis

Jennifer Botterill—Hockey Hall of Fame inductee, 4x Olympian, 3x Olympic gold medalist, and renowned Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster—invites readers into her world, on both sides of the arena glass. Guided by unwavering self-belief and brimming with sports psychology and inspiration, she urges all of us to ask ourselves, why not you?

From her debut as the youngest player on Team Canada at the first Olympics for women’s ice hockey to becoming a mainstay on Hockey Night in Canada panels, Botts has relied on lessons learned as a child to pen her impressive resume. Inspired and taught by her performance psychologist father and Olympian mother, Jennifer learned early how to shift her mindset, focus on what she can control, and aim to improve the experience of those around her. Jennifer’s journey is a testament to resilience and ambition; her Hall of Fame career encompasses some of the biggest moments in her sport’s history—and on the biggest stages in hockey—but Jennifer has never been happy to just be there. She has always sought to make a significant impact, and make a mark on history. The result is an unmatched life in her sport, and the mother of three young girls is hardly done. Unafraid to voice strong opinions, Jennifer Botterill challenges traditional hockey culture and asks fans to consider what version of the game we wish to leave for our children. 

Jennifer’s narrative encourages readers to pursue their dreams with confidence and is bursting with performance psychology tips and strategies, making it a perfect gift for aspiring athletes and hockey fans alike. Why Not You captures an inspirational life in sport, the feel-good hockey narrative filled with hope and self-belief that Canadians love, and is a call-to-action to form a future of hockey that welcomes in all voices and players.

About The Author

JENNIFER BOTTERILL is one of Canada’s most celebrated athletes. A member of the Canadian Women’s Hockey Team for 14 years, she is a three-time Olympic champion and part of the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class. These days, Botterill is an in-demand NHL analyst in both Canada and the US, regularly appearing on CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada and NHL on TNT. When she is not sharing her knowledge and expertise of sport on air, she is empowering others to pursue excellence as an engaging keynote speaker and peak performance coach.KRISTINA RUTHERFORD has been writing about sports for nearly two decades and brings her expertise in sports journalism to this compelling narrative.

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Praise for Why Not You:

“Botterill’s impressive statistics landed her in the HHOF and now her achievements are further memorialized in an inspiring read. If I could pen the title of this memoir, it would be Primary Assist. I greatly admire her hockey resume and subsequent successes, not to mention our collaboration on Hockey Night in Canada. Yet, for me, the crowning achievement of Botterill’s life in sport stems from her appearance on Battle of the Blades in 2020, which I was proud to host, and for which she partnered with retired World and Olympic Champion pair skater Eric Radford. I think it speaks volumes that Radford’s passion for skating was so revitalized in that window with Jennifer that it opened the door for his return to competitive skating in the Olympics. That is Jennifer’s finest primary assist.”
—Ron MacLean, CBC sportscaster and host of Hockey Night in Canada

“Botts was a teammate I could always rely on. She brought her best on the ice and played with great consistency. She was part of one of the greatest lines of all time alongside Hefford and Ouellette—they were such a force on the ice together and an integral part of Team Canada’s success. She is such a kind person, and Why Not You shares the incredible story of a person who has reached the greatest heights in whatever she puts her mind to. I am excited for everyone to read about her journey.”
—Cassie Campbell-Pascall, three-time Olympic gold medalist and broadcaster

“I have known Jennifer for many years. I felt both proud and privileged that she helped each year with the fantasy camp I coordinated for charity. Jen has inspired so many young kids, boys and girls, to compete at the highest levels. She has a real love and passion for hockey, and her knowledge of the game is unquestionable.”
—Wayne Gretzky

“Jen’s story is one of resilience, leadership, and passion for the game. Her impact on women’s hockey spans generations, and this memoir is a powerful reflection of the person and trailblazer so many of us look up to.”
—Sarah Nurse, Olympic gold medalist, three-time IIHF World Women’s Championships gold medalist, and Vancouver Goldeneyes alternate captain

“I’ve witnessed Jen’s preparation and dedication firsthand and know it’s been a critical component to her success as a hockey player and broadcaster!”
—Kevin Bieksa, analyst for Hockey Night in Canada and former NHL player

“Why Not You is the uplifting story of how Jennifer Botterill went from being a young girl playing ringette on an outdoor rink in Winnipeg to capturing Olympic hockey gold and eventually being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Jen shares just how far perseverance, dedication, and belief in yourself can take you—and how integral the lessons learned from her family were in realizing her wildest dreams. She continues to inspire young girls and women as a hockey broadcaster and now I think you’ll find her just as compelling as an author.”
—Christine Simpson, Features Reporter for Prime Monday Night Hockey

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