It’s tryout season—aka snack-sized chaos. Amanda and co-host Brittany are back behind the mics with Tricia returning for some honest hockey-mum talk. We’re breaking down what helps your kid shine during tryouts, what coaches are really watching for, and the classic “Karen” behaviours that can totally tank the vibe (and your kid’s chances).

💡 In this episode you’ll hear:

• What tryouts are actually evaluating (beyond hands & wheels)
  
  
• The “Karen Red Flags” that make coaches cringe
  
  
• Simple parent moves that build confidence instead of stress
  
  
• How to handle cuts, bubble kids, and regrouping for the season ahead
  
  
• Behind-the-scenes stories from the rink, with plenty of laughs
  
  

🎙️ Favourite quotes:

• “Your calm becomes their confidence.” – Brittany
  
  
• “Coachable beats flashy when the room is watching.” – Tricia
  
  
• “Don’t burn bridges you might skate over next season.” – Amanda
  
  

🚨 Tryout Week Survival Tips:

• Keep your feedback simple: “What did you enjoy today?”
  
  
• Praise effort and attitude, not just results
  
  
• Stay out of the lobby gossip game
  
  
• Don’t hit send on that angry email (sleep on it… twice)
  
  

👉 DM us your best “I almost Karen’d” moments (anonymous confessions welcome!) and we’ll share a few next week.
👉 Coaches/Managers: tell us your parent green flags—we’ll read some on air.

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