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Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Amanda
42 episodes
1 week ago
What really happens when your kid hits the road without you? Amanda and Tricia break down the pros, cons, and chaos of travel hockey — when players go without their parents. From trust issues to team bonding, sleep deprivation to livestream meltdowns, it’s the truth no one tells you about the independence phase of hockey parenting. When your hockey player starts traveling solo, you’re not just missing games — you’re learning to let go. In this episode of Pucked Up Hockey Mums, Amanda and Tric...
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What really happens when your kid hits the road without you? Amanda and Tricia break down the pros, cons, and chaos of travel hockey — when players go without their parents. From trust issues to team bonding, sleep deprivation to livestream meltdowns, it’s the truth no one tells you about the independence phase of hockey parenting. When your hockey player starts traveling solo, you’re not just missing games — you’re learning to let go. In this episode of Pucked Up Hockey Mums, Amanda and Tric...
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Hockey
Comedy,
Kids & Family,
Parenting,
Sports
Episodes (20/42)
Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 41: Behind the Blue Line - The Pros and Cons of Travel Hockey Without Parents
What really happens when your kid hits the road without you? Amanda and Tricia break down the pros, cons, and chaos of travel hockey — when players go without their parents. From trust issues to team bonding, sleep deprivation to livestream meltdowns, it’s the truth no one tells you about the independence phase of hockey parenting. When your hockey player starts traveling solo, you’re not just missing games — you’re learning to let go. In this episode of Pucked Up Hockey Mums, Amanda and Tric...
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1 week ago
34 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 40: Carpool Therapy - When Motivation Takes A Timeout
What happens when the hockey mum who does it all suddenly… doesn’t want to do any of it? In this raw, funny, and totally relatable solo episode, Amanda gets real about burnout, lost motivation, and that weird in-between space where you’re not just tired — you’re emotionally benched. Recorded straight from her car (and heart), Amanda shares what happens when the rink becomes your whole identity — and how to start finding yourself again one coffee run, one deep sigh, and one sarcastic self-pep-...
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2 weeks ago
12 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 39: Carpool Confessions: Rink-Side Secrets from the Minivan (Bonus Episode 1 released)
Originally a subscriber-only bonus — we’re letting everyone in on the ride this week! From chaotic early-morning drop-offs to post-game snack runs, some of the best hockey mum moments happen in the car. In this unfiltered, laugh-out-loud episode, Amanda and Brittany spill the tea from the driver’s seat — the stories, the rants, and the real-life chaos that never makes it onto the ice. It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s everything you love about the #BadMumSquad. In This Episode The unspoken ca...
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3 weeks ago
35 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
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 wh...
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1 month ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 37: From the Streets to the Sheets: Coaching Teen Resilience into Hockey Success
Before she was a hockey mum in Berlin, Melissa was a youth worker in London—supporting teens who had been expelled from school and were at risk of prison. Now, she’s raising two hockey players of her own: one a striker in both ice and skater hockey, the other a goalie in skater hockey. In this episode, Amanda dives into Melissa’s powerful story: how lessons from youth work transfer directly into parenting and coaching in sport. From building resilience, to helping kids understand who they are...
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1 month ago
59 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 36 – Tournament Travel 101: Packing, Hotels & Keeping Your Sanity
Tournament season = chaos + coffee. We’re unpacking (literally) how to survive the packing lists, hotel pool parties, noisy hallways, and endless travel days. From parent survival kits to the “one thing you always forget,” this one’s for the road warriors. 👉 What’s your tournament MVP item? Tag us with your hockey travel hacks. Send us a text Support the show New episodes dropping weekly This episode was proudly sponsored by AAA Hockey Recruiting—your go-to for player development, showca...
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1 month ago
35 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 35 – From Ice Bags to Ice Time: Navigating Hockey Injuries
Every hockey family has that injury story. From stitches and sprains to concussions and goalie groin pulls, we’re diving into the realities of hockey injuries and recovery. Parent panic moments, late-night ER trips, and the hacks that actually help. 👉 Got a wild injury story? Send it our way—we might share it in a future Carpool Confession! Send us a text Support the show New episodes dropping weekly This episode was proudly sponsored by AAA Hockey Recruiting—your go-to for player develo...
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1 month ago
23 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 34: Fueling the Game: Hockey Nutrition with Melissa Boufounos
Hockey nutrition tips every parent needs—from fueling young athletes to avoiding burnout. - What should your hockey kid really be eating before a game? How do you keep them fueled through tournaments? Hockey nutritionist Melissa Boufounos has the answers. In this episode of Pucked Up Hockey Mums, Amanda sits down with certified sports nutritionist Melissa Boufounos to tackle one of the biggest questions parents have: how to properly fuel hockey players on and off the ice. From pre-game meals ...
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2 months ago
35 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 33: Hockey Stereotypes - Which One Are You?
Every rink has them—the loud Karen, the chill coffee sipper, the goalie parent pacing like a caged animal, and the stat-keeper with a spreadsheet for everything. This episode is all about hockey parent stereotypes—the good, the bad, and the downright hilarious. We’re breaking down the most common types you’ll see in the stands (or maybe in the mirror 👀). From the snack queens to the coaches-from-the-stands, we’ve got stories, laughs, and maybe a few awkward truths. 👉 Which stereotype are YOU?...
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2 months ago
25 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 32: Benching “Karen” for Tryouts: What Coaches Really Notice
Tryouts are stressful—don’t be the parent that makes them worse. - It’s tryout season—aka snack-sized chaos. Amanda, Brittany, and Tricia get real about what evaluators actually watch for, parent red flags vs. green flags, and how to help your kid regroup after cuts. What you’ll hear in this episode: The truth about tryout evaluation (beyond hands & wheels) Parent behaviours that tank the vibe (and your kid’s shot) Confidence-building feedback that works How to survive bubb...
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2 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 31:Wearing All the Hats: Coaching, Managing & Billeting with Brandi (Kingston, ON)
Coach, manager, fundraiser, billet mum—Brandi does it all. - Brandi from Kingston wears every hat in minor hockey: coach, team manager, fundraising coordinator, billet coordinator, and hockey mum. She shares the wild stories and survival strategies from a season spent behind the glass. What you’ll hear in this episode: Coaching your own child vs. others The hidden work of team managers Fundraisers that actually bring people together Billet life 101 + heartwarming wins ✨ Hockey...
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2 months ago
52 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 30: Two Kids, Two Paths: Co-Ed Girls’ Hockey & Managing the Chaos
One daughter holding her own with the boys. One son on a different path. One mum juggling it all. - Stephanie from Toronto shares her dual hockey-parent journey: a daughter thriving in co-ed A-level and a younger son carving his own path—all while she manages teams. What you’ll hear in this episode: The reality of team managing Girls vs. boys hockey: what really differs Supporting siblings without burning out Honest rink-side stories parents will relate to Follow Stephanie: @s...
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3 months ago
40 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 29: Goalie Pads & Party Fails: Heather Scott’s Goalie-Mum Chaos
Two goalies. One mum. A party story the fire department will never forget. - Ontario’s Heather Scott shares the highs, lows, and hilarity of raising two goalies—plus her life as team manager and chaos coordinator. What you’ll hear in this episode: Goalie mum life from U9 to U12 AAA Why the coach always calls her first Manager hacks that save sanity The legendary party fail story Follow Heather: @scottbrotherssquad Send us a text Support the show New episodes dropping weekly ...
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3 months ago
38 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 28: From the Floor Edition: Setbacks, Grit & Getting Back Up
Life knocked us down—so we recorded from the floor. - Health scares, sports disappointments, and motherhood curveballs. Recorded literally from the floor, Amanda, Brittany, and Tricia talk setbacks, resets, and finding grit when you’re running on empty. What you’ll hear in this episode: Why a “floor episode” felt right Real stories of setbacks + silver linings Micro resets that actually work #BadMumSquad love and laughterSend us a text Support the show New episodes dropping we...
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3 months ago
26 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 27 - From Player to Powerhouse: Coaching, Motherhood & Puck It Apparel with Tausha Nunez
From the ice to entrepreneurship—Tausha Nunez built a brand on hockey grit. - Tausha Nunez is a player, coach, hockey mum, and the creator of Puck It Apparel. She shares how hockey shaped her life and her business. What you’ll hear in this episode: The origin story of Puck It Apparel Balancing coaching, parenting, and entrepreneurship Brand lessons hockey families can relate to Why staying authentic matters most Shop: Puck It Apparel Send us a text Support the show New episodes dro...
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3 months ago
42 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 26 - From Puck Drops to Pickups: Ashley’s Spring Hockey Wrap-Up
🥅 She Built the Team. Now Hear How It Went. In this follow-up to her first appearance, Ashley returns to give us the lowdown on her first spring hockey season as a team organizer, goalie mom, and chaos coordinator. From forming the roster to the final whistle, Ashley spills it all — the highs, the headaches, and the hilarious group chat moments in between. In This Episode: 🚨 What no one tells you about actually starting a spring team 🧤 Goalie mom life: did her son survive the grind (and the ...
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3 months ago
47 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 25: Players First, Always: Coaching with Purpose (with Blake Hackbarth)
Skills coach + new university head coach—why Blake believes character beats scoreboard stats. - Coach Blake Hackbarth (Davenport University ACHA Women’s Head Coach) shares his development-first philosophy: create better humans, scholars, and athletes. What you’ll hear in this episode: From Wisconsin roots to pro coaching in Knoxville Launching Fox Valley Hockey Training Coaching female athletes & supporting families Vision for Davenport’s ACHA program Whether you’re a hoc...
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4 months ago
1 hour 21 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 24: Packing Up, Holding On: The Real Talk of Sending Your Kid Away (with Karry Lisle)
Pride, panic, and a 12-hour drive—one mum’s college send-off story. - Karry Lisle shares the real emotions of sending her eldest away for university hockey—identity shifts, grief, and growth. What you’ll hear in this episode: The gut punch of college send-off day What she prepared for vs. what blindsided her Advice for mums facing the milestone Staying connected from afar Find here here: http://Karrylisle.com https://www.instagram.com/karry_kares?igsh=MTNmdm1mcXUwdnY1aw== http...
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4 months ago
41 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 23: Eyes on Her: The Female Scouting Pathway (with Scout Steve)
What scouts really look for in female players—on and off the ice. - Scout Steve breaks down showcases, evaluations, and visibility for female players—plus parent do’s and don’ts. What you’ll hear in this episode: How a showcase is really scouted Traits that stand out (and red flags) Smart follow-up emails after events What tanks visibility instantly Send us a text Support the show New episodes dropping weekly This episode was proudly sponsored by AAA Hockey Recruiting—your ...
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4 months ago
53 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
Episode 22: Unlocking the Mental Edge (with Coach Sandy Cohan)
Performance anxiety? Pre-game nerves? Coach Sandy’s got the fix. - Coach Sandy Cohan (Mental Edge Hockey) shares practical mental tools that make players tougher and parents smarter on the ride home. What you’ll hear in this episode: Why mental toughness is trainable One mindset shift that changes everything 99 Rules Every Parent Should Know (sneak peek) Handling pre-game nerves like a pro 🧩 Learn more about Coach Sandy and grab his book at: 🔗 www.mentaledgehockey.ca 📲 Follow ...
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4 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes

Pucked Up Hockey Mums
What really happens when your kid hits the road without you? Amanda and Tricia break down the pros, cons, and chaos of travel hockey — when players go without their parents. From trust issues to team bonding, sleep deprivation to livestream meltdowns, it’s the truth no one tells you about the independence phase of hockey parenting. When your hockey player starts traveling solo, you’re not just missing games — you’re learning to let go. In this episode of Pucked Up Hockey Mums, Amanda and Tric...