EP 7 - Topher Scott - The Hockey Think Tank

AUDIO WARNING - some of the audio is a little rocky!!  Good ol' technology... It doesn't always cooperate.......! On this episode Tera and Sarah chat with Topher Scott from The Hockey Think Tank about the value of community based hockey, for everyone, and especially for female hockey players. The less accessible hockey becomes, the fewer females there will be in the sport.  Topher’s mission is to get people to recognize the importance and the power of the front of the jersey again.  Meaning, no one has made it to higher levels alone and creating a supportive community around your daughter during her playing career, better enables her to develop all of the important life skills that lead to success on the ice. We touch on the mental and physical health challenges within the youth hockey and youth sports experiences and Topher shares his advice with parents on how to manage this, THE STRUGGLE IS REAL!  Topher also highlights that a well balanced approach MAY include saying “No” to your daughter even if she LOVES the game and wants to play in ALL the hockey programs coming your way.   Saying “No” to something DOES NOT mean your daughter’s hockey career is over!  It may actually enhance it! We end the conversation talking about the benefits of the unique community model that Minnesota Youth Hockey has and why it has enabled us to become THE STATE HOCKEY.  Here are some of the top reasons that the community model is AMAZING: It attracts the best coaches It gives the kids something bigger to play for, which accelerates their hockey development and improves their mental health   It is a MUST listen for anyone immersed in the youth hockey world!!  Topher references his podcast with Kendall Coyne-Schofield. It’s a great listen to hear about the challenges the top USA female hockey players faced with USA hockey.  https://thehockeythinktank.podbean.com/e/episode-5-kendall-coyne/ Topher is a wonderful hockey resource. Check him out at www.TheHockeyThinkTank.com and subscribe to The Hockey Think Tank Podcast on your favorite podcasting app!