Our Girls Play Hockey - Building Girls' Youth Hockey Programs with Kristen Bowness

How can we expand the world of girls' hockey? This episode of Our Girls Play Hockey explores this question with Kristen Bowness, who shares her journey of growing girls' hockey programs in Nashville and now in Utah. She highlights the importance of girls-only hockey, emphasizing how these programs and tournaments foster camaraderie and provide unique opportunities for those who prefer not to play co-ed. The discussion also touches on how events like the Preds Girls Classic can drive the sport's growth by offering both playing opportunities and social experiences. Kristen also sheds light on the success of women's learn-to-play programs for adults, helping parents connect with their children's hockey experiences.--0:00 Intro5:20 Tournaments and Their Importance10:18 Role of Tournaments in Girls' Hockey15:15 Challenges in Girls' Hockey20:13 Starting New Programs in Utah25:26 Potential Rivalries and Branding30:33 Passion and Career in Hockey35:12 Creativity in Hockey Development36:31 Closing RemarksClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Hockey IQ: Scanning the ice, recognizing pressure, anticipating what happens next, making the right decision faster. Research shows these perceptual and decision-making skills can actually be trained. With NHL Sense Arena, kids can get extra game-like reps at home, working on hockey IQ, reactions, real stick-handling for skaters, while goalies can train reads and tracking. Save $25 on an annual plan with code OKPH at http://hockey.sensearena.com/okphHave A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media:Facebook GroupXInstagramLinkedInYouTube