Our Kids Play Hockey: Our Girls Play Hockey: The Pwhl Takeover Tour Takes Over Washington, Dc
Episode Description
We want a team! Thats what 17,228 fans shouted inside Capital One Arena and it perfectly captured what made the PWHL Takeover Tour stop in Washington, D.C. such a historic, emotional, and game-changing moment for womens hockey.In this episode of Our Girls Play Hockey, Lee sits down with Hayley Scamurra to recap an unforgettable weekend that was about so much more than a final score.From a sold-out open practice packed with young girls and families, to record-breaking game-day energy, to a late-game scrum that reminded everyone that hockey is hockey, this takeover was a powerful statement about where the womens game is right now and where its headed. In this episode, we talk about:Why PWHL Takeover Tours are so impactful for players, fans, and future marketsWhat it felt like to hear fans chanting We want a team!The importance of visibility and how one practice changed a youth teams seasonThe reality behind the end-of-game scrum (and why it shouldnt surprise anyone)Alex Ovechkin, NHL support, and what respect across the game really looks likeHayleys emotional homecoming in D.C. and her familys deep Capitals connectionHow parents, coaches, and organizations can use takeover events to grow the game This wasnt just a game. It was a reminder that womens hockey is here, its thriving, and its demanding space loudly. Have a question for Hayley or a topic you want us to cover?Email team@ourkidsplayhockey.com or text us using the link in the episode description wed love to hear from you. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: The PWHL Takeover Tour in Washington, D.C. Was Bigger Than Hockey#OurGirlsPlayHockey #PWHL #WomensHockey #TakeoverTour #GrowTheGame #GirlsHockey #HockeyParents #YouthHockey #WomensSportsClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! Heading into 2026, hockey families are asking: How do we get better? More ice time isnt always realistic but smarter training is. Sense Arena uses VR and mixed reality to build hockey IQ, confidence, and decision-making for skaters and goalies at their own pace. Visit SenseArena.com/OKPH and use code OKPH to get 50% off plus $25 off an annual plan or headset bundle.Have 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