Broadcasting is a tough gig to get into period - especially sports broadcasting. Hockey is one step beyond (both as a profession and careers related to it). The vast vast majority of front office folks have significant hockey experience and retired players find gigs in broadcasting. Because it's the pinnacle sport in Canada, when someone reaches the top, they don't leave. Breaking in and rising up is tough period.
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I was shut down of different projects because "women can't possibly love and know as much about sports as guys" or "advanced statistics aren't that important, I know hockey." After that conversation, I never got a chance. I never got to be part of the learning opportunity they all get to be a part of. I didn't get a chance to share what I know and love, because I have a vagina. Not just a vagina, but one that they can't have.
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LOL.