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EPISODE 14: NINA-JOBST SMITH

7/5/2025

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A second player drafted by PWHL Vancouver, Nina Jobst-Smith, joins the show in this episode! The PWHL squad picked the hometown player 19th overall, and you'll get the opportunity to hear all about that from her perspective and so much more! Jobst-Smith's playing career includes time spent in Minnesota, Germany, and Canada!
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EPISODE 13: CHANREET BASSI

7/5/2025

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THIS IS A BIG ONE!! We are joined by UBC hockey alumn and PWHL Vancouver draft pick Chanreet Bassi. Fresh off the PWHL Draft which took place on Wednesday, Bassi joins the show to discuss her playing career, what her time meant at UBC, and the excitement about being the first UBC player to be drafted.
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EPISODE 12: DANIELLE DUBE

6/26/2025

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Danielle Dube’s journey breaks the mold—from being the only girl on boys' hockey teams to suiting up for Team Canada and starting in a pro men’s game.

After stepping away to raise a family and become a firefighter, she made a remarkable return to varsity hockey at UBC in her late 30s.

​This episode explores her courage, resilience, and evolving definition of success, showcasing how one woman's unconventional path can redefine what it means to follow your passion—on and off the ice.
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MONTRÉAL SWEEPS THE FLOOR AT AWARDS SHOW

6/25/2025

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The PWHL Draft took place last night and was immediately followed by the league's second-ever awards show. 

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino provided the backdrop for the last 48 hours of PWHL events.

With all the chaos surrounding the league, as players move

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WHO IS GOING TO PLAY FOR SEATTLE AND VANCOUVER

6/9/2025

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It’s been six weeks since the PWHL announced Vancouver as its first expansion franchise city, and now it's time for the league’s Expansion Draft.

Adding Vancouver and Seattle is a significant step for a league that has been around for two years. Not only does it expand the number of teams from six to eight, but it also

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EPISODE 11: GRAHAM THOMAS

6/9/2025

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Episode 11 of Breakaway Coverage is here!

We’re joined by UBC Head Coach Graham Thomas, who started coaching at just 19 and went on to lead one of the biggest turnarounds in Canadian university hockey.

From his early days behind the bench to taking a one-win team to a conference championship in 2012-13, Graham shares the journey that turned UBC into a perennial contender, including their first-ever No. 1 national ranking and back-to-back Canada West titles.

​Don’t miss this in-depth exploration of leadership, resilience, and cultivating a winning culture.
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EPISODE 10: KAREN MASSICOTTE

6/9/2025

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This week we’re diving into the full-scale transformation happening at the PNE.

From major digital upgrades across the venue to a groundbreaking partnership with the PWHL it’s a new era for fans and athletes alike.

​Tune in for an inside look at how this transformation came together and meet the visionary behind the deal that’s bringing professional women’s hockey to the spotlight.
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EPISODE 9: TESSA WILSON

6/9/2025

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EPISODE 9 IS A GO!!

In this episode, Tessa from Unmasked Performance opens up about her personal journey, the importance of mental health in sport, and how athletes — especially women in hockey — can embrace vulnerability as a form of strength.

From navigating performance pressures to building supportive communities, Tessa shares tangible ways to maintain mental wellness on and off the ice.

​This is a must-listen for players, coaches, and fans who believe that strength isn't just physical — it’s mental too.
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USA Hockey Star Hilary Knight announces retirement

5/20/2025

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It doesn’t have to be a gameday for USA hockey phenom Hilary Knight to be in the news.

Few players in women’s hockey can be mentioned in the same breath as Canada’s Marie-Philip Poulin — but Hilary Knight is an exception.

Today, the legendary American forward announced that the
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EPISODE 8: BRIAR McNANEY

5/20/2025

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Briar McNaney believes some of the talent in the PWHL is strong enough to compete at the men’s level.

As Director of Player Personnel and Development for the Coastal Tsunami of the PJHL, and with experience coaching female hockey players, he’s no stranger to elite-level skill. But what he witnessed in the PWHL stood out.

The women’s game is setting new standards—and the momentum is only building.

Tune in to our latest episode as we dive into how the PWHL is reshaping the landscape of professional hockey
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