Pulse Check: The Scoops with 3V Sports Management
Welcome to ”Pulse Check: The Scoops with 3V Sports Management,” where we peel back the layers of the hockey world to reveal the raw truth and harsh realities that define our sport--from our point of view. As agents working on the frontlines of hockey, we bring you unparalleled insights and unfiltered commentary on everything from player contracts, league dynamics, and more. Join us as we dissect the game with a critical eye, sharing the insider knowledge and experiences that shape our daily interactions with players, coaches, and executives. From contract negotiations to the highs and lows of player development, no topic is off-limits as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of amateur and professional hockey. Subscribe now and get ready to see the game from a whole new perspective.
Episodes
Saturday Aug 03, 2024
Episode #11: EU & USA League Breakdown -- Hockey Salaries vs. Resume Requirements
Saturday Aug 03, 2024
Saturday Aug 03, 2024
On today's episode we're sharing a large portion of insight from our experience as agents in the professional hockey market. We're discussing some of the different pro levels across Europe and North America and sharing the salaries you can expect in different countries, as well as the type of experience you need to earn a contract in these leagues.
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
On today's episode we sat down with former teammate and long-time friend Matt O'Dea of the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs in the SPHL. We caught up and chatted about some of the pathways in junior hockey and the business of main camp invites, and then dove into Matt's pro career and got some direct insights from him on what it actually takes to be a minor professional hockey player at the SPHL level.
Saturday Jul 20, 2024
Episode #9: Importance Of Education, Job vs. Salary, And Parental Influences
Saturday Jul 20, 2024
Saturday Jul 20, 2024
On today's episode we sit down to discuss how important it is to keep furthering your education or professional experience while you're playing hockey. We also touch upon the differences in a contract where you earn a playing salary or work a job, and finish off with an in-depth discussion about how parents can positively or negatively impact their child's future hockey career.
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Episode #8: Ego vs. Outcome, Grandma's Recipe, & Pro Tryouts
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
On today's episode we touch upon an important insight discussing ego vs. outcome in a hockey player's career. We also share some of our thoughts on how every coach has a unique recipe for recruitment, as well as the importance of your personal story when trying to get on a team. Lastly, we share our thoughts on your ability to get a professional tryout, and what you need to know before attending one.
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Episode #7: Your EU Hockey Checklist & Minor Pro Lifestyle Expectations
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
On today's episode we're discussing some of the areas you need to prepare for before embarking on your hockey journey overseas. We also share some of our own personal stories of the lifestyles you can expect when playing in Europe or in the minor leagues in North America.
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Friday Jul 05, 2024
On today's episode we're diving into a few different topics, including some of our personal horror stories we've had with advisors/agents, the new expansion of Jr. hockey, and finally some insights into the importance of your summer training regimen and what it means for your upcoming season.
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
Episode #5: FPHL To Italian Hockey League? -- Nick Dinicola Interview
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
On today's episode we held our first interview with Nick Dinicola, a good friend and professional hockey player with experience in the SPHL, FPHL, and Italy. We chatted about Nick's path to college hockey, his winding journey through the American minor pro ranks, and how he ended up making the rare jump from the Federal Hockey League to the Italian Hockey League.
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Episode #4: The NCAA D1 vs. D3 Experience, Custom Twigs, & CHL-NCAA Rumours
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
On today's episode, we sit down and discuss the similarities and differences between the lifestyles of an NCAA D1 vs. NCAA D3 hockey player. We also dive into some further tips and advice when you're a collegiate athlete, and touch upon the rumours of the CHL giving NCAA eligibility to its players.