Pulse Check: The Scoops with 3V Sports Management

Episode #19: What 'Grinds Our Gears' As Player Agents

On today's episode we sat down with Brett Beauvais and discussed some of the things that 'grind our gears' as player agents and advisors. We discussed some other nuances and insights of pro hockey in North America and Europe, and also talked about some general conduct that should be kept in mind for a quality player-agent relationship.

Episode #18: Is College Hockey Ruined? Insights On The NCAA/CHL Ruling

On today's episode we sat down with 3V advisor Riley Neumeier and discussed the speculation and rumblings we've heard regarding the new NCAA/CHL eligibility rule change. Furthermore, we dove into what the future may hold for the junior hockey landscape and what it means for players moving up the ranks with this rule now in place.

Episode #17: London Knights to Arizona State D1? -- Ross Sloan Interview

On today's episode we sat down with longtime friend and former teammate Ross Sloan and talked about all things junior & minor hockey. We dove into Ross's playing and coaching career, and then shared our opinions and insights of what we think will be the outcome of the CHL/NCAA ruling down the road.

Episode #16: Should Drafts & Player Rights Be Eliminated From Jr. Hockey?

On today's episode we sat down with Riley Neumeier to discuss a controversial news topic that arose in the hockey industry relating to the draft process for major junior, questioning whether it should still be in tact or if players should have a right to choose their team. We further dove into how Jr. rights affect players livelihoods, and also discussed the college hockey landscape with the portal and how it has affected the future of the sport.

Episode #15: The Grocery List and Locker Room Advice for Jr., College, & Professional Hockey

On today's episode we sat down with Brett and chatted about a few different topics, including what your grocery list looks like as a player trying to find their role, some expectations you can have going into North American pro camps, and some personal stories about how to interact with players in a locker room during these time periods.

Episode #14: Showcase Tips, Emailing D1 Schools, & Realistic Pro Options -- Riley Neumeier Interview

On today's episode we sat down with 3V's western Canada advisor Riley Neumeier to discuss some of our recent topics in the junior & college hockey landscape, including what to expect at showcases, your real odds of getting responses from a D1 college coach, and your options for professional hockey after playing junior.

Episode #13: Frequently Asked Questions & Unique Player DMs

On today's episode we sat down and discussed some of the more frequently asked questions we get on a regular basis, as well as some of the more unique messages we've gotten in the inbox from players.

Episode #12: Answering IG Questions on Jr., College, & Pro Hockey

On today's episode we took questions asked on IG and provided honest insights and answers to all of them. Topics covered include junior, collegiate, and professional hockey, as well as some niche areas in the hockey world that aren't often discussed.