This Is What Canada Felt Like

This Is What Canada Felt Like

Darrell Hay
Published on: 01/07/2026

A reflective Canada Day blog on growing up Canadian through Hockey Night in Canada, The Tragically Hip, Wayne Gretzky, Terry Fox, and the shared moments that made the country feel like one living room.

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Leaving the Living Room

Leaving the Living Room

Darrell Hay
Published on: 01/07/2026

From bus rides in the ECHL and AHL to building a family in Idaho, this story reflects on hockey, identity, family, and how a kid from Kamloops, B.C. found home in America

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The Projection Parent: When Love Becomes the Blind Spot

The Projection Parent: When Love Becomes the Blind Spot

Darrell Hay
Published on: 27/06/2026

Youth hockey parents want the best, but love can create blind spots. Learn how “Projection Parents” impact development and how to support players the right way.

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More Than a Hard Hat: Why Hockey’s Best Post-Game Awards Tell You Everything About a Team

More Than a Hard Hat: Why Hockey’s Best Post-Game Awards Tell You Everything About a Team

Darrell Hay
Published on: 01/05/2026

Post-game awards in hockey are more than just funny locker room traditions—they are symbols of culture, leadership, and respect.

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