Apr 30 2020 58 mins
In this episode of The Puck Authority Podcast, David Ciss and Justin Levine reminisce on the days of the CWHL with the announcement on Wednesday morning of the NWHL's expansion to Toronto. As such, we discuss the impacts that this has on the growth of the game, but not only just that strictly, but implications on the players affected. We sit down to acknowledge those talents and what their main goals at the end of the day are. While recalling the league’s final season, we debate what the right call is in terms of development at the collegiate level. This comes after a pair of selections were made on Wednesday during the NWHL Draft.
With the PWHPA and NWHL on two different paths, we discuss the increased significance of building chemistry with familiar faces. Of course, for Victoria Bach, this comes in the form of both players and an executive. As such, when reflecting on the Thunder, we examine how the Markham environment contributed to a breakout season for the rookie. Along with her booming success, we discuss how the Thunder veteran group helped turn the Milton native into a leader. Of course, this comes with a roster compiled by Purcell and head coach Jim Jackson.
After Justin spoke with a handful of GTA players this week from the PA, he sat down with Victoria on Wednesday to discuss why it is they are doing what they're doing. Victoria was lovely to speak with and was forthright with a genuine answer.
Bach is a Canadian National Team member who won gold while representing Team Canada. She is also a former member of the Markham Thunder. Today, she plays with the PA and is an alumna of Boston University. Previously, Victoria played in the NCAA with the Boston Terriers.
Thank you again to Victoria for taking time out of her day to speak with us. Enjoy this special episode, No. 14 of The Puck Authority Podcast! :)