Welcome back to Jocks Next Gen, where we break down the future stars of the PWHL and spotlight the next wave of elite talent. In this week’s episode, we dive into the exceptional plays that set this week’s prospects apart, introduce our new segment This Week’s Hot Shots, and let you know where you can catch the hottest rising players in action over the coming week.

We’re also thrilled to be joined by Team USA standout and Minnesota Gopher Abbey Murphy. Get ready for plenty of laughs as we sit down with Abbey to deep-dive into what makes her such an exceptional prospect and a force to watch in women’s hockey.

NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! Send us your questions about all things prospects, draft boards, player comparisons, and more to jocksinjills@thepwhl.com to be featured in our segment Break it Down with Buckles & Florence! Make sure you include “Jocks Next Gen” in the subject line. Follow us on Instagram @jocksnextgen for show updates and all the latest news on PWHL prospects!

00:00:00 – Welcome back! Happy Wednesday.

00:00:22 – Congrats Florence! IIHF Hall of Fame Class of 2026!

00:01:44 – Florence and Buckles Catch Up

00:07:56 – North American Prospect Talk

00:13:27 – European Prospect Talk

00:16:00 – “This Week’s Hot Shots”

00:20:30 – Abbey Murphy Interview

00:38:06 - Top Games to Watch this Week/Weekend

00:38:58 - Break It Down with Buckles & Florence

Introducing Jocks Next Gen a new and entertaining show that follows and highlights the next wave of PWHL talent from the collegiate ranks to stars shining overseas. The weekly episodes, hosted by Swiss hockey legend Florence Schelling alongside former PWHL defender Emma Buckles will include interviews with players and coaches with lighthearted banter, stories, analysis, plus projections and draft rankings throughout the season.

New episodes every Wednesday! Send us your questions about all things prospects, draft boards, player comparisons etc. to jocksinjills@thepwhl.com to be part of our new segment, Break it Down with Buckles & Florence! Make sure you put 'Jocks Next Gen' in the subject line.00:00:00 - WELCOME TO OUR NEW SHOW

00:06:08 - European Prospect Talk

00:10:55 - North American Prospect Talk

00:16:32 - Caroline Harvey Interview

00:32:19 - Hottest Prospects So Far This Season…

00:37:55 - Break It Down With Buckles & Florence

00:39:00 - Top Games to Watch this Week/Weekend