Our Kids Play Hockey The Ride to The Rink: A Day in the Life of a Pro (Part 2)- Inside Hayley Scamurra’s Olympic Grind
🎧 Ever wonder what it actually looks like when a pro athlete is chasing an Olympic roster spot? In this new Ride To The Rink episode, Lee Elias checks back in with Team USA forward and PWHL Montreal star Hayley Scamurra — and a lot has happened since her last update.
From moving cities twice, to training with Team USA, to preparing for the Rivalry Series, to staying grounded while chasing her Olympic dream… Hayley opens up about the realities behind the scenes — the excitement, the pressure, the travel, the emotions, and the gratitude that keeps her centered through it all.
🔹 Inside this episode:
- Hayley’s move to Montreal and her first weeks training with PWHL Montreal
- How she balances family time with the demands of a professional season
- What it feels like to be named to the 2024–25 Rivalry Series roster
- The mindset needed when nothing — not even the Olympics — is guaranteed
- How she reconnects with her younger self to stay inspired
- Why “just be you” might be the most important lesson for every athlete
🌟 A message every young player needs to hear:
Hayley shares what she’s learned about pressure, identity, joy, and playing free — and why the grind is something you should embrace, not fear.
Stick around until the end for a powerful reminder from Lee and Hayley about believing in yourself, owning your journey, and loving the work.
📖 Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: Living the Dream & Embracing the Grind — Hayley Scamurra’s Journey to 2026
🎙️ This is Part 2 of our ongoing mini-series with Hayley — and Part 3 is coming after she hits the ice for Team USA and PWHL Montreal. Stay tuned!
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