Dan Spence and Brady Leavold: From the WHL to Life Lessons Beyond the Rink
My life experiences are so vast and I'm so grateful to have each and every single experience that I've got under my belt, and I'll tell you why: because I'm alive, I'm breathing today and now I can utilize those experiences to help change the world, especially the hockey community.
Ever wondered what it's like to transition from a promising hockey career to battling addiction and finding your way back? In this engaging episode of 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back', host Brady Leavold sits down with former WHL all-star Dan Spence for a conversation that’s as raw as it is inspiring. Recorded live from North Bay, Ontario during Dan's Goalie Camp, this episode marks a significant milestone as the first-ever live podcast by Brady.
Dan, who now runs 360 Goaltending, shares his journey from the highs of professional hockey to the challenges of life off the ice. They dive into topics that resonate deeply with anyone who's faced adversity: mental health, the impact of concussions, and the struggles with addiction. Brady opens up about his own tumultuous past, from his playing days marred by addiction to the dark times of homelessness and incarceration.
But it's not all heavy; there's a sense of hope and redemption that threads through their conversation. This episode isn't just for young goalies or hockey fans; it's for anyone seeking a story of resilience and recovery. Tune in to hear how these two athletes turned their lives around and are now making a positive impact in the hockey community.