Episode 38: Skates, Scouts & Second Chances - Inside the Junior Hockey Grind with Thomas Gobeil

This week, Amanda sits down with Thomas Gobeil — a player who’s lived every Canadian hockey kid’s dream and seen the pressure behind the draft from the inside. From the nerves of being scouted at 15 to navigating the realities of junior hockey life, Thomas opens up about the grind, the culture, and what happens when the dream starts to clash with real life.They dive into the Canadian draft process, what scouts really look for, and how players balance school, performance, and mental health while chasing the next level. Thomas also gives his take on the ongoing CHL class-action lawsuit — and what it means for the future of players like him.It’s real talk about hockey politics, passion, and the pursuit of a career in the sport we all love.This is one for every parent, player, and fan who’s ever wondered what really happens behind the locker room doors.🎙️ Host: Amanda Wade, Pucked Up Hockey Mums🏒 Guest: Thomas Gobeil📍 Topics: CHL Draft, Player Pressure, Scouting Realities, Hockey Pathways, Junior Life LessonsLinktree :https://linktr.ee/thomasgobeil Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thomas_gobeil?igsh=dTE1MGJzcHZ0OXhw Send a text Support the showNew episodes dropping weekly This episode was proudly sponsored by AAA Hockey Recruiting—your go-to for player development, showcases, and getting noticed at the next level. Whether you’re aiming for junior, prep, or NCAA, they’ve got the tools, the know-how, and the hookup. Check them out at AAA Hockey Recruiting — and tell them the Bad Mum Squad sent you! 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for early access to upcoming episodes and exclusive video content! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441363/support Follow us on IG, Facebook & TikTok for updates, sneak peaks, and random things hockey!https://www.instagram.com/puckeduphockeymums?igsh=MXRvN3doZjZlYTliNw==&utm_source=ig_contact_invite https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HhMcLgmpD/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.tiktok.com/@puckedup.hockey.m?_t=ZM-8wy5uqxscpJ&_r=1 Click link below to join our community, grab your free "Gear Guide Checklist" and stay up to date on podcast news ...