Welcome back to Jocks Next Gen—your home for the future of the PWHL and the game’s next elite stars. Each week, we spotlight top prospects from North America and Europe who are turning heads and emerging as future PWHL standouts.

Today we’re joined by senior captain of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Emma Peschel. A national champion, member of the USA program, and highly ranked PWHL defender heading into the upcoming draft, Peschel is a name to know—hear more about her now before you hear it called on draft night.

NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! Send us your questions about all things prospects, draft boards, player comparisons, and more to [email protected] 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!

00:05:20 – NEW SEGMENT “Stock Up, Stock Down”

00:16:34 – Coach’s Perspective with Nadine Muzerall

00:31:00 – Emma Peschel Interview

00:59:45 – PWHL Best Fit

01:05:26 – Break It Down with Buckles & Florence