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Our Girls Play Hockey: Life After Gold: Haley Scamurra’s Wild Return to the PWHL
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🥇 What happens after you win Olympic gold?
For most athletes, it’s a moment frozen in time. For Haley Scamurra… it was just the beginning.
In this episode of Our Girls Play Hockey, Haley takes us inside the whirlwind after the gold medal—where life didn’t slow down… it sped up. From jet lag and packed schedules to jumping straight into high-stakes PWHL games, this is the reality of elite women’s hockey at its peak.
And oh yeah… did we mention appearances on The Kelly Clarkson Show (hosted by Pink 😲), hometown honors with the Buffalo Sabres, and inspiring the next generation of players along the way?
This episode is equal parts behind-the-scenes access, emotional reflection, and a powerful reminder of how fast the game—and the opportunity—keeps moving.
🔥 In This Episode, We Cover:
- The immediate transition from Olympic gold to pro hockey pressure
- What it’s like juggling media, interviews, and elite performance
- Behind the scenes of national TV (and meeting Pink!)
- The emotional impact of inspiring young girls in hockey
- The explosion of growth in girls hockey (100,000+ players!)
- Life inside the PWHL playoff race and what’s at stake
💬 Whether you're a player, parent, or fan—this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand what the journey really looks like after the biggest moment of your life.
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📖 Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: What Happens After Olympic Gold? Inside Haley Scamurra’s Return to Pro Hockey
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