Our Girls Play Hockey: Pro Hockey Secrets for Young Players | Mailbag with Hayley Scamurra (Part 2)

2026-03-10

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🏒 You asked… and the mailbag is back!In this special Our Girls Play Hockey Mailbag Episode, hosts Lee and Mike sit down with professional hockey player Hayley Scamurra to answer rapid-fire questions straight from young players, parents, and coaches around the hockey world.From game-day meals and pregame routines to scoring goals, getting faster, and handling the fear of missing out during the offseason, Hayley shares real insight into what life looks like as a pro — and what young athletes can learn from it.

🏒 You asked… and the mailbag is back!

In this special Our Girls Play Hockey Mailbag Episode, hosts Lee and Mike sit down with professional hockey player Hayley Scamurra to answer rapid-fire questions straight from young players, parents, and coaches around the hockey world.

From game-day meals and pregame routines to scoring goals, getting faster, and handling the fear of missing out during the offseason, Hayley shares real insight into what life looks like as a pro — and what young athletes can learn from it.

Along the way, the crew dives into topics like why most goals come from the “dirty areas” in front of the net, why taking breaks from hockey is essential for development, and how the little details — like creating time and space for teammates — make players truly valuable.

Whether you're a young player dreaming of the pros, a parent navigating development decisions, or a coach looking for insight from the highest levels of the game, this episode delivers practical advice straight from the source.

🏒 Highlights from This Episode

🍳 What Hayley Scamurra actually eats on game day
🧠 How pro players mentally prepare before hitting the ice
🏃 Why speed is the most important skill in hockey
🎯 Where most goals really come from (hint: it’s not highlight-reel shots)
👊 The underrated skill of creating time and space for teammates
⚽ Why playing multiple sports helps long-term development
🛑 Why even pro players believe kids need breaks from hockey
🚌 What life is like traveling internationally as a professional hockey player
🎉 Why team bonding and road trips matter more than you think

💬 Have a question for the next mailbag?
Email the team at team@ourkidsplayhockey.com
or use the link in the show description to send your question.

📖 Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: The Mailbag Episode Every Young Hockey Player Should Hear: Hayley Scamurra Answers Youth Hockey Questions

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