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It’s Time to Talk Mental Health

by Tanner Mortenson

January 4, 2024

The hockey community needs more serious discussions around mental health. Having people come in with lived experiences to talk to about what they’ve gone through to show these athletes they’re not alone. There have been some positive developments but more needs to be done to support athletes that may be struggling with their mental health.
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My Journey from Player to Sports Nutritionist

by Melissa Boufounos

December 20, 2023

With a prioritization of performance over aesthetics, my programs and coaching are designed to help teen and adolescent hockey players become the healthiest and strongest versions of themselves in the most sustainable way possible. A solid nutrition foundation goes beyond what to eat before, during, and after training sessions, practices, and games.
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The Inside Scoop: PWHL Training Camp with Lexie

by Lexie Adzija

November 30, 2023

My name is Lexie Adzija and I’m one of the youngest forwards on the new PWHL Ottawa team. I’ve recently signed my first professional hockey contract and words can’t even begin to describe how grateful and excited I am.
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The Future of Sport Broadcasting

by Darren Dreger

November 28, 2023

Social Media turned the industry upside down. The immediacy of a tweet swiftly trumped what was traditionally reported in a paper, on-line, or on-air.
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We Can Do Hard Things

by Kim McCullough

November 21, 2023

I was back on the bench coaching 2 days after giving birth to my 3rd child. No one was making me get back to it that quickly, but no one was going to keep me off that bench either.
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Embrace The Journey

by Anthony Brodeur

November 1, 2023

Growing up, the rink was my second home. I was extremely fortunate to have a love of hockey ingrained in me from day one, thanks to my father’s 21-year NHL journey.
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Breaking the Ice with Brianne Jenner

by Omni Hockey

October 25, 2023

Omni Hockey sat down with Brianne Jenner, Olympic MVP, and recently signed with the PWHL’s Ottawa franchise.
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BATTLE READY: Teaching Players How to Compete

by Evan Brownrigg

October 19, 2023

It is no secret that today’s game of hockey is as exciting, fast-paced and skilled as it has ever been.
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Q&A With Sarah Thompson

by Sarah Thompson

September 19, 2023

We caught up with Syracuse forward Sarah Thompson before the start of her season. She discussed her hockey journey and her remarkable organization, Sticks Together.
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What Hockey Means To Me

by Claire Buchanan

September 8, 2023

I have been playing sports for most of my life now and there are two things I have learned: If you work hard, the results will come and just as importantly, you can’t do it alone.
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