Building Hockey Passion and Opportunity: Mackenzie Murphy’s Story
Release Date: 01/22/2025
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info_outlineEver wondered how passions transform into thriving ventures?
In this engaging episode, we explore just that. Larry Sprung chats with Mackenzie Murphy, the innovative mind behind The Hockey House, a platform celebrating college club hockey and its unique culture.
Delve into Mack's fascinating journey from a college student at Syracuse to becoming a major force in sports media. Discover how his passion for hockey and storytelling combined to forge a platform that shines a spotlight on the breadth of college hockey options beyond the NCAA.
Larry and Mack discuss:
- The importance of finding the right college fit for athletes
- The evolving landscape of collegiate club hockey and its opportunities
- Advice for aspiring content creators and podcasters
- The impact of social media on sports engagement
- And more!
Resources:
- Mitlin Financial
- The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung
- Download Your Free Copy of the Couple’s JOYful Money Guide
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About our Guest:
Founder of the Hockey House Podcast, Mackenzie is a proud graduate of Syracuse University, where he played four seasons ACHA M1 hockey. He currently runs the @hockeyhousepod accounts on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube and serves as the primary host for each podcast episode. Mackenzie is proudly from North Conway, New Hampshire.
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