This week on Rookie Moments, host Jailene Bernal sits down with her teammate, hockey fan-turned-player, and all-around delight Maianh Nguyen! They dive into Maianh’s journey from discovering hockey in high school to lacing up and hitting the ice in college post-pandemic. They also dream up a goalie-only All-Star game (chaos guaranteed), reminisce about unforgettable hockey moments, and get real about the emotional rollercoaster of being both a fan and a player including what it’s like to sit on the sidelines with an injury and watch your team play without you (hello, FOMO). It’s all about showing up, having fun, and finding your people—win, lose, or stuck in a knee brace.

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Rookie Moments is a laid-back, conversational podcast where sports fans swap stories about the unforgettable plays, wild moments, and unexpected memories that made them fall in love with the game. Whether you're new to sports or just catching up on the classics, join us as we break it all down.