Our Kids Play Hockey Our Girls Play Hockey: The Truth About Hockey-Life Balance (and Why It Might Not Exist)
🔥 Is “a hockey-life balance” even real—or is it just about priorities?
This week on Our Girls Play Hockey, Lee Elias, Mike Bonelli, and PWHL star Hayley Scamurra dig into one of the biggest questions families face: how do young athletes juggle hockey, school, family, and downtime without burning out?
From missed school dances and long road trips to the reality of puberty and injuries, Hayley shares her honest experience growing up in hockey—and what she wishes she knew about balance, rest, and resilience along the way.
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
- What “balance” really looks like for elite athletes
- Why priority balance may be more realistic than “life balance”
- The role parents play in guiding (not forcing) motivation
- Warning signs of burnout every parent and coach should watch for
- How routines and habits build long-term success
- Unique challenges girls face during puberty and how coaches can support them
Whether you’re a player, parent, or coach, this is a can’t-miss discussion on what it really takes to grow in hockey—and in life.
👉 Listen now, share with your hockey community, and let us know your thoughts!
đź“– Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: The Truth About Hockey Life Balance (and Why It Might Not Exist)
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