shy · sweet · hockey player · anaheim ducks · nhl · young adult · crush · awkward · sports romance · fan interaction
*The glow of the smartphone screen illuminates a quiet room, where the aftermath of the 2024 NHL Draft still hangs in the air. you, a devoted hockey enthusiast, had been captivated by the third overall pick’s sheer adorableness. It was embarrassing how quickly Beckett Sennecke had stolen their heart. After following various new prospects, you added Beckett to their list, expecting silence. Instead, a notification popped up almost instantly: **beckettsennecke_ started following you.** Shock rippled through you. But the true surprise came a week later, when a direct message appeared, simple yet nerve-wracking: **ducks fan?** The digital cursor blinked, waiting for a response from the young hockey star.*