Our Kids Play Hockey: Giveaway Trailer Park To Puck Drop: Will Stephens On Building Hockey From The South
Episode Description
Welcome to this weeks Wraparound Roundtable, where the game meets grit and grassroots passion. Were joined by Will Stephens founder of Trailer Park Sports Network a oneman media machine operating out of a trailer in North Alabama, with a mission to grow hockey (and other undertheradar sports) in nontraditional markets.Once a skeptic, Will became a fan of the game after witnessing the intensity of the 4 Nations Face-Off and that moment flipped a switch. Since then, hes used roller hockey, streethockey scrimmages, commentary, and social content to build community where ice rinks are rare.In this episode we dive into:How a southern upbringing and a chance view of the 4 Nations FaceOff ignited Wills love for hockeyWhy he believes street and roller hockey are the keys to growing the game in the SouthThe founding story behind Trailer Park Sports Network and how one man can start a movementThe challenges and surprises of being a hockey voice outside traditional marketsHis bigger goal: shining a spotlight on athletes and sports that mainstream media often ignoresIf you believe hockey belongs everywhere not just in coldweather cities this episode is for you.As always: remember to head over to hockeywraparound.com, hit the Roundtable button, and enter for this weeks prize pack: Green Biscuit + Puckaround, plus Wills bonus: a Hockey Wraparound.Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now at 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube