How Marah Wagner Went From NCAA Captain to Pro with the Seattle Torrent

Описание: What’s it like to go from NCAA captain to pro in the PWHL? Marah Wagner shares her journey from Seattle to NCAA hockey and signing with the Seattle Torrent.

In this episode of Rinkside Rundown, Marah discusses her development growing up on the West Coast, her collegiate career at Robert Morris and RPI, where she captained the Engineers, and her move to professional hockey in Sweden with Skellefteå AIK of the SDHL. Since our conversation, Marah signed with the PWHL’s Seattle Torrent following a training camp invite.

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Episode 91.
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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mara Wagner
02:55 Early Hockey Journey and Family Influence
12:06 Transition to NCAA and Leadership Development
20:27 Overcoming Challenges in College Hockey
28:04 Moving to the SDHL and Family Support
30:40 Playing Style and Future Aspirations
31:48 The Journey to Becoming a Forward
36:49 Transitioning to Professional Hockey in Sweden
44:48 Excitement for the PWHL and Homecoming
49:37 Becoming a Role Model for Young Athletes