Welcome to the first episode of WOMEN ARE PLAYERS TOO, the podcast that's all about the women who aren't just playing the game in pro sports in Canada – they're changing it.

In this inaugural episode, host Eva Hartling sits down with Jessica Campbell, a true history-maker in hockey. In July 2024, Jessica shattered one of the toughest glass ceilings in sports, becoming an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken and making history as the first woman to coach behind the bench in an NHL game by the fall.

From coaching internationally in Sweden to becoming the first woman to stand behind the bench at the men's World Championships with Team Germany, Jessica's journey is packed with groundbreaking moments. She's not just coaching – she's changing the game and inspiring the next generation of leaders.

In this episode, Jessica shares what it took to break through the barriers in professional men's hockey, the mindset it takes to lead at the highest level, and why she's just getting started.

Tune in for a conversation that's as inspiring as it is game-changing.

Highlights from this episode:

• How Jessica redefined what's possible for women in hockey
• The lessons she's learned from breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport
• The power of leadership, mentorship, and resilience
• Why she believes the game – and the world – needs more women like her

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