He's the face of the franchise. He's hiding who he really is. Cole Bennett has everything—captain of the Seattle Storm, two Olympic medals, and the respect of everyone in professional hockey. Everything except the freedom to be himself. At thirty-two, with his career winding down and his body breaking down, Cole knows his window for happiness is closing. He's rebuilding his life one day at a time. He doesn't do complications. Dr. Ethan Rivera has fought too hard for his sobriety and his second chance to risk either on a relationship—especially with a player. His rules are simple: stay professional, maintain boundaries, and never, ever get personally involved. But Cole Bennett is making those rules impossible to keep. When their secret relationship is exposed, they'll have to choose: their careers or each other. One stolen kiss in an empty training room changes everything. As Cole and Ethan fall deeper, they're forced to navigate the scrutiny of professional sports, the pressure of keeping their relationship hidden, and the fear of losing everything they've worked for. Checking In is a steamy, emotional hockey romance about finding the courage to live authentically, the power of chosen family, and a love strong enough to change the game forever. Perfect for fans of: Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid, Him by Sarina Bowen and Elle Kennedy, and readers who love workplace romance with high stakes, second chances, and athletes who aren't afraid to fight for love.