A member of the National Team since 2003, Emmerson got his chance to compete at his first Paralympic Winter Games in 2006, and was a major contributor for the bronze medal-winning squad. Emmerson tied for second on the team in scoring (two goals, three assists) and in plus/minus rating (+4).
In addition to his years on the national team, the 19-year-old Emmerson has spent six years with the Buffalo Freeze sled hockey club.He will attend the University of Buffalo in the fall, and said he would like to find a profession that involves working with children after receiving his degree.
Major Achievements:
2006 - Bronze medal - Paralympic Winter Games
2004 - Silver medal - IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships
2003 - Named member of U.S. Paralympics Sled Hockey National Team