Melanin MVP | Redefining Hockey Through Black Womanhood

In this episode of Melanin MVP, Angela Hollowell chats with Renee Hess, founder of the Black Girl Hockey Club (BGHC)—an organization redefining what it means to be a hockey fan. From her unexpected love for the Pittsburgh Penguins to creating a global movement for Black women in hockey, Renee shares how community, visibility, and inclusion are transforming the sport. BGHC is more than just a fan club. It has become a platform for change, offering scholarships, mentorship programs, and support for families navigating the hockey world.Renee and Angela talk about the challenges Black women face in predominantly white sports, the rise in women’s hockey participation, and how BGHC is helping mothers, juniors, and fans alike feel seen. Renee also discusses her book Blackness is a Gift I Can Give Her and why it’s essential reading for anyone passionate about equity in sports.If you’re into diversity in sports, women’s empowerment, or just love a good underdog story, this episode is for you.Run Tri Bike on InstagramRun Tri Bike on ThreadsBlack Girl Hockey Club on InstagramSubscribe to Melanin MVP