From NHL Dreams to Reality Checks: Brady Leavold, Aaron Snow, and Richard Greenop's Journey
If you haven't been affected by addiction directly or even indirectly yet, I guarantee you it will happen. One in four people will battle addiction, and it's time for us all to do more.
Picture this: you're a young hockey player with dreams of making it big in the NHL. But what happens when those dreams get derailed by addiction and mental health struggles? In this episode of 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back', host Brady Leavold is joined by former NHL draft picks Aaron Snow and Richard Greenop to share their raw and real experiences. These three men have been through the wringer, facing the dark side of professional sports that few talk about.
They've gone from the brink of success to battling addiction and finding their way back to a healthier life. Through candid conversations, they discuss the pressures young athletes face, the importance of mental health support, and how they're working together to educate others. Dedicated to the memory of Isaac Lee, who lost his life to an accidental overdose, this episode is a powerful reminder of the human side of sports.
If you're looking for a dose of reality and inspiration, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.