Prep Camp Diaries

By: Host - West Coast Hockey Prep Camp Executive Director Nate Leslie
  • Summary

  • Learn from those who have come before you. We are inspiring the next generation of campers by celebrating West Coast Hockey Prep Camp alumni on and off the ice. Interviews with Camp Alumni on where they are now, what drives them, and what role the West Coast Hockey Prep Camp has played in their lives. Prep Camp is a premier overnight high-performance hockey camp on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. www.prepcamp.com. Host - Nate Leslie (Camp Executive Director and the host of Leading with Curiosity Podcast). Hockey players, leave us a voice message with topics and questions for future guests!
    Host - West Coast Hockey Prep Camp Executive Director Nate Leslie
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Episodes
  • Ep.5 Phoebe Staenz. 3 x Swiss Olympian Competing for 4th Olympics, now in a new sport.
    Jul 6 2024

    Summary

    Phoebe Staenz, a three-time Olympian and pioneer in women's hockey, shares her journey from hockey to speed skating and her dual career as an equity trader. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and training, the importance of time and energy management, and the impact of the West Coast Hockey Prep Camp on her life. Phoebe emphasizes the value of the camp in integrating female and male players and recommends it to aspiring athletes.


    Sound Bites

    • "I decided to retire from hockey in 2022 after the Olympics."
    • "I'm on the ground floor of the Swiss Speed Skating Federation, trying to build up the sport in my own country."
    • "The faster you go, the more fun it is."


    Takeaways

    Phoebe Staenz transitioned from hockey to speed skating due to her love for competition and the thrill of speed.

    She is a pioneer in women's hockey and is now working to build up the sport of speed skating in Switzerland.

    Phoebe's dual career as an Olympian and equity trader requires effective time and energy management.

    The West Coast Hockey Prep Camp had a significant impact on Phoebe's life, providing opportunities to challenge herself and integrate with male players.

    Phoebe recommends the camp to aspiring athletes and emphasizes the value of the experience and the connections made.


    Keywords

    Phoebe Staenz, Olympian, pioneer, women's hockey, speed skating, dual career, equity trader, time management, energy management, West Coast Hockey Prep Camp, integration, recommendation


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Phoebe Stens: A Trailblazer in Hockey and Speed Skating

    01:43 Phoebe's Transition from Hockey to Speed Skating

    05:34 Phoebe's Journey from Switzerland to North America

    08:44 Phoebe's Fond Memories of the Olympics

    11:44 Phoebe's Career in Finance and Trading

    13:35 Balancing Careers: Time and Energy Management

    16:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    16:59 Prep Camp Outro.mp4


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    17 mins
  • Ep.4 Mike Sommer. New York, PWHL - Say Yes, Be a Sponge.
    Jun 20 2024

    Sound Bites

    • "The PWHL is impacting millions of lives around the world."
    • "The speed is definitely there and the skill."
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    Summary

    Coach Mike Sommer shares his journey through hockey, from playing in New Zealand to coaching in the PWHL. He emphasizes the importance of being grateful and learning from every opportunity. The PWHL has had a successful inaugural season, with millions of viewers and record-breaking attendance. Mike highlights the speed and skill of the players in the league and the dedication and preparation required to be the best. He encourages young athletes to say yes, take risks, and always be a learner. The episode ends with a heartwarming family moment watching Mike coach in a game.


    Keywords

    hockey, coach, journey, PWHL, inaugural season, speed, skill, learning, gratitude, opportunity, success, attendance, dedication, preparation, young athletes, family


    Takeaways

    • Be grateful for every opportunity and learn from it.
    • The PWHL has had a successful inaugural season with millions of viewers and record-breaking attendance.
    • The speed and skill of the players in the league are impressive.
    • Say yes, take risks, and always be a learner.
    • Family moments in hockey are special and memorable.


    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Background
    • 01:03 Coach Mike Sommer's Journey
    • 09:12 The Speed and Skill of Players in the PWHL
    • 13:20 The Importance of Being a Lifelong Learner
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    25 mins
  • Ep.3 Vanessa Schaefer - How to Create Your Own Unique Hockey Journey
    May 13 2024

    Sound Bites

    "Taking the courageous choice to step right out of minor hockey for about three years and just train and work on your game and explore your other interests."

    "It was all because of Colin Miller. He called me up one evening and he asked me to do just like a practice of skate with him."

    "By playing the year in Zurich right now, you are eligible, that made you eligible, right? You had to play a season."


    Summary

    Vanessa Schaefer shares her journey as a female hockey player, from playing with boys to taking a break from minor hockey to train and explore other interests. She then went on to play for the Vancouver Comets and Delta Academy before moving to Switzerland to play in the women's professional league. Vanessa recently represented Switzerland in the World Championships. She discusses the process of playing in Switzerland and gaining eligibility for the national team. Vanessa also talks about her upcoming plans to play for UBC and pursue a degree in psychology and business.


    Takeaways

    The importance of taking risks and exploring different opportunities in sports

    The value of training and focusing on skill development

    The process of gaining eligibility to play for a national team

    The significance of taking ownership and responsibility for personal growth

    The excitement of representing your country in international competitions

    The balance between sports and education in pursuing a university career

    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Background

    02:11 Playing in Switzerland and Gaining Eligibility

    06:25 Playing in Zurich and Qualifying for the National Team

    09:20 Exploring Different Sports and Skills Development

    11:37 Encouraging Athletes to Take Ownership and Responsibility

    13:24 Trying New Things and Embracing Failure

    14:11 Learning from Playing as an Underage Player

    15:20 Putting on the Swiss Jersey and Realizing the Dream

    16:10 Looking Forward to UBC and Pursuing Psychology and Business


    Keywords

    female hockey player, playing with boys, training, exploring, Vancouver Comets, Delta Academy, women's professional league, Switzerland, World Championships, eligibility, UBC, psychology, business


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    17 mins

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