Locked On Mammoth - Daily Podcast on the Utah Mammoth
Robyn Leaño, Locked On Podcast Network
GROWING THE GAME: Utah Mammoth's EXPLOSIVE Impact on Women's Hockey | With Kelly Quiel
Episode Notes
Utah's hockey scene explodes with women's participation surge. Is the Mammoth's arrival reshaping the state's ice landscape?
Tom Callahan and Robyn Leaño break down the grassroots hockey revolution in Utah with guest Kelly Quiel. The discussion covers the meteoric rise of women's hockey, the Mammoth's game-changing impact on youth programs, and the inclusive spirit of the Utah Alpacas. Key topics include Kelly's journey from high school novice to women's league standout, the need for more ice rinks, and unforgettable moments from the Mammoth's inaugural season.
Tune in for insider perspectives on Utah's hockey transformation and the community's rainbow-jersey embrace of diversity. Will the Mammoth's influence propel Utah to become the next hockey hotbed?
0:00 Intro: Growing the Game series with Kelly Quill
5:34 Kelly's journey into hockey during high school
10:16 Youth hockey opportunities and Mammoth-sponsored events
16:13 Utah Howl team structure and tournament participation
20:28 Inclusivity in hockey and rainbow jerseys
27:21 Memorable moments from the Mammoth's inaugural season
31:36 Upcoming tournament and friendly rivalry with Robin