{"id":352,"date":"2025-09-20T16:23:42","date_gmt":"2025-09-20T16:23:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/?p=352"},"modified":"2025-09-20T16:23:42","modified_gmt":"2025-09-20T16:23:42","slug":"mikayla-demaiter-from-hockey-dreams-to-global-modeling-fame","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/?p=352","title":{"rendered":"Mikayla Demaiter: From Hockey Dreams to Global Modeling Fame"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17982\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-517-819x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-517-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-517-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-517-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-517.png 1080w\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Mikayla Demaiter was born and raised in\u00a0<strong>Canada<\/strong>, a country where hockey is more than just a sport\u2014it\u2019s part of the culture. Growing up, she was no stranger to the rink. Before she became known as an international model, Mikayla was already recognized in the sports community for her role as a talented ice hockey player.<\/p>\n<p>Her early years were spent balancing two passions\u2014athletics and fashion\u2014which would eventually merge to shape her unique identity.<\/p>\n<p>Her decision to pursue both paths wasn\u2019t random. Canada, with its strong hockey culture, gave Mikayla a stage to sharpen her athleticism, while her eye for style and love for creativity pushed her toward the world of fashion.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Video: From Hockey to High Fashion: The Rise of Model Mikayla Demaiter<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\" lazyloaded\" title=\"From Hockey to High Fashion: The Rise of Model Mikayla Demaiter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Rli5d9hStxM?feature=oembed\" width=\"790\" height=\"444\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Rli5d9hStxM?feature=oembed\" data-load-mode=\"1\" data-origwidth=\"790\" data-origheight=\"444\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Ice Hockey Career That Started It All<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Mikayla wasn\u2019t just another fan of hockey\u2014she played competitively. She was part of the\u00a0<strong>Hawks PWHL Jr. team<\/strong>, showing determination and grit on the ice. For many young women, balancing academics and sports is a challenge in itself, but Mikayla managed to stand out. Her time on the team gave her confidence, discipline, and the resilience that she would later carry into her modeling career.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17983 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-817x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 817px) 100vw, 817px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-817x1024.png 817w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-239x300.png 239w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-768x963.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-1226x1536.png 1226w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518.png 1634w\" alt=\"\" width=\"817\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-817x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-817x1024.png 817w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-239x300.png 239w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-768x963.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518-1226x1536.png 1226w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-518.png 1634w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 817px) 100vw, 817px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>While she eventually transitioned away from competitive hockey, her background as an athlete became an integral part of her personal brand. Even today, her fans often refer to her as the \u201chockey girl turned model,\u201d a label that has only added to her uniqueness in the modeling world.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17984 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-731x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-731x1024.png 731w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-768x1076.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519.png 1462w\" alt=\"\" width=\"731\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-731x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-731x1024.png 731w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-768x1076.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-519.png 1462w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Leap Into Modeling<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Mikayla\u2019s modeling career began in\u00a0<strong>2017<\/strong>, when she first started sharing professional photography on\u00a0<strong>Instagram<\/strong>. What started as simple photos quickly grew into a full-fledged career. Her confidence in front of the camera, combined with her athletic past, created a powerful blend that made her stand out in a crowded modeling industry.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Video: Mikayla Demaiter: A Biography Of An Instagram Model<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\" lazyloaded\" title=\"Mikayla Demaiter: A Biography Of An Instagram Model || Fashion Model top 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FrTBUj3f6uU?feature=oembed\" width=\"790\" height=\"444\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FrTBUj3f6uU?feature=oembed\" data-load-mode=\"1\" data-origwidth=\"790\" data-origheight=\"444\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>She wasn\u2019t just another influencer showing outfits\u2014Mikayla crafted an identity. By posting consistently, choosing creative settings, and engaging directly with her audience, she quickly built a loyal following. As of\u00a0<strong>August 2025<\/strong>, Mikayla has gained\u00a0<strong>3.1 million followers on Instagram<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>2.8 million followers on TikTok<\/strong>, platforms where she regularly showcases her style, travels, and personality.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17992 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-682x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-682x1024.png 682w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-768x1153.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-1023x1536.png 1023w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526.png 1364w\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-682x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-682x1024.png 682w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-768x1153.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526-1023x1536.png 1023w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-526.png 1364w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SportX Influencer and Brand Collaborations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Mikayla\u2019s success didn\u2019t happen by chance. She aligned herself with key brands, becoming a\u00a0<strong>SportX ambassador<\/strong>\u00a0and working with agencies such as\u00a0<strong>Verge Agency<\/strong>. These partnerships solidified her position as both a digital influencer and a professional model.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17985 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-823x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-823x1024.png 823w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-241x300.png 241w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-768x955.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-1235x1536.png 1235w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520.png 1284w\" alt=\"\" width=\"823\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-823x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-823x1024.png 823w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-241x300.png 241w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-768x955.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520-1235x1536.png 1235w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-520.png 1284w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Through SportX, she connected her athletic background with lifestyle promotion, blending fitness, sports, and fashion seamlessly. By doing so, she appealed not just to modeling fans, but also to sports enthusiasts, fitness communities, and lifestyle audiences.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Video: silky mitts\u00a0<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/16.0.1\/svg\/1f3d2.svg\" alt=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/16.0.1\/svg\/1f945.svg\" alt=\"\" \/>\u00a0back like i never left<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-0\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DCZkWOKv9KO\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fretro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com&amp;rp=%2Fmikayla-demaiter-from-hockey-dreams-to-global-modeling-fame%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwY2xjawM7s-BleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0VDRFTmEyaklpcHNsbWs3AR7Mw16N4Scaw6dGMeCJ3bnlsUoJ8P1u32jjiJ2SUFg-xeQSiiWN40RlgH-1Iw_aem_Iw126l#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A3028.5%2C%22ls%22%3A1331.0999999940395%2C%22le%22%3A3022.1999999955297%7D\" height=\"969\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Her brand partnerships go beyond selling products\u2014they highlight her versatility as both an athlete and a fashion icon, making her relatable yet aspirational to millions worldwide.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17994 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-527.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 767px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-527.png 767w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-527-240x300.png 240w\" alt=\"\" width=\"767\" height=\"960\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-527.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-527.png 767w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-527-240x300.png 240w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 767px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Education and Academic Accomplishments<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While her social media fame often takes the spotlight, Mikayla also focused on her academics. She is a\u00a0<strong>graduate of Western University<\/strong>, where she continued to shape her skills and future opportunities. Education gave her the foundation to make strategic decisions in her career, ensuring that her success wasn\u2019t built only on looks, but also on planning and professionalism.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17986 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-682x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-682x1024.png 682w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-768x1153.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-1023x1536.png 1023w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521.png 1364w\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-682x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-682x1024.png 682w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-768x1153.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521-1023x1536.png 1023w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-521.png 1364w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Family Life and Relationships<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Behind the spotlight, Mikayla\u2019s personal life has also drawn attention. She was previously linked to\u00a0<strong>Dan Davies<\/strong>, but later began dating professional\u00a0<strong>NHL hockey player Kurtis Gabriel<\/strong>. Their relationship connected her even further to the hockey world, creating a blend between her past career in sports and her present role in the entertainment and modeling industries.<\/p>\n<p>While her romantic life has gained headlines, Mikayla continues to keep her focus primarily on her professional growth and personal brand development.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17987 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-819x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522.png 1146w\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-819x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-522.png 1146w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Social Media Stardom<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Social media has been the key driver of Mikayla\u2019s success. With over\u00a0<strong>6 million combined followers<\/strong>\u00a0on Instagram and TikTok, she has transformed her platforms into more than just photo albums. She uses them as storytelling spaces\u2014showcasing her outfits, travels, and everyday lifestyle while maintaining authenticity that resonates with fans.<\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-1\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CsJertutEq-\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fretro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com&amp;rp=%2Fmikayla-demaiter-from-hockey-dreams-to-global-modeling-fame%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwY2xjawM7s-BleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0VDRFTmEyaklpcHNsbWs3AR7Mw16N4Scaw6dGMeCJ3bnlsUoJ8P1u32jjiJ2SUFg-xeQSiiWN40RlgH-1Iw_aem_Iw126l#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A3031.39999999851%2C%22ls%22%3A1331.0999999940395%2C%22le%22%3A3022.1999999955297%7D\" height=\"969\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>What makes Mikayla different from many other influencers is her consistency and creativity. She often posts content in unique locations, experimenting with fashion styles that range from sporty chic to high-end glamour. This variety keeps her audience engaged and sets her apart in a competitive industry.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17995 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-669x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-669x1024.png 669w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-196x300.png 196w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-768x1176.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-1004x1536.png 1004w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528.png 1338w\" alt=\"\" width=\"669\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-669x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-669x1024.png 669w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-196x300.png 196w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-768x1176.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528-1004x1536.png 1004w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-528.png 1338w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Comparisons and Inspirations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Mikayla\u2019s career path is often compared to other models who share athletic roots. Figures like\u00a0<strong>Simon Loof<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Anna Flanagan<\/strong>\u2014both athletes who pursued modeling\u2014are often mentioned alongside her. But Mikayla has carved out a lane of her own, blending her\u00a0<strong>ice hockey background<\/strong>\u00a0with her strong digital presence to build a personal brand that feels fresh and authentic.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17988 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-731x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-731x1024.png 731w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-768x1076.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523.png 1462w\" alt=\"\" width=\"731\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-731x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-731x1024.png 731w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-768x1076.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-523.png 1462w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Her journey also inspires young women who are balancing sports, education, and creative pursuits. Mikayla proves that it\u2019s possible to reinvent yourself while staying true to your passions.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Present and Future of Mikayla Demaiter<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As of now, Mikayla\u2019s career shows no signs of slowing down. With millions of followers, agency representation, and brand partnerships, she continues to expand her influence in both modeling and lifestyle industries.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17990 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-731x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-731x1024.png 731w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-768x1076.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525.png 1462w\" alt=\"\" width=\"731\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-731x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-731x1024.png 731w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-768x1076.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-525.png 1462w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Her future likely holds more collaborations with global brands, greater involvement in sports-related campaigns, and possibly even ventures into television or media. Given her ability to connect with audiences across platforms, Mikayla is positioned as not just a model, but a multi-dimensional influencer with long-term potential.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17989 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-732x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 732px) 100vw, 732px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-732x1024.png 732w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-768x1075.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-1463x2048.png 1463w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-scaled.png 1829w\" alt=\"\" width=\"732\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-732x1024.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-732x1024.png 732w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-768x1075.png 768w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-1097x1536.png 1097w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-1463x2048.png 1463w, https:\/\/retro.jonathanspizzaandwings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-524-scaled.png 1829w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 732px) 100vw, 732px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Mikayla Demaiter\u2019s story is one of\u00a0<strong>reinvention and resilience<\/strong>. She went from skating on Canadian hockey rinks to becoming an international modeling star with millions of fans. Her career blends athletics, education, digital influence, and fashion in a way that feels both unique and modern.<\/p>\n<p>What makes Mikayla so inspiring is not just her success\u2014it\u2019s how she has built it. Through consistency, authenticity, and passion, she has transformed herself into a global figure who embodies the idea that you can pursue more than one dream. Today, she stands as proof that with vision and determination, the leap from ice hockey to high fashion isn\u2019t just possible\u2014it can be extraordinary.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mikayla Demaiter was born and raised in\u00a0Canada, a country where hockey is more than just&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":353,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-352","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/352","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=352"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/352\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":354,"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/352\/revisions\/354"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/353"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=352"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=352"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fasstnews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=352"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}