Jimmy John's & A Bag Of Chips: The Brotherhood of Panther Hockey with Tyler Noblett, Krue Anderson & Tom Carey

02/09/25 • 50 min

Hockey is more than just a game; it's an arena where friendships blossom, brotherhood flourishes, and experiences are shared. The West Ottawa Hockey Team embodies this in its every move, showcasing the intricacies of relationships among teammates, coaches, and family. This episode delves into the strong bonds formed on and off the ice, narrated through vibrant stories of Tyler Noblett, Krue Anderson and Coach Tom Carey as they navigate through highs and lows in their hockey journey.

As conversations flow, this group of young athletes discusses the impact of family in their journey and the chemistry amongst teammates. Coach Tom Carey passionately describes his dual role of being a mentor while nurturing his brotherly bonds with other team members. He shares experiences mingled with playful anecdotes, illuminating how these relationships foster a supportive atmosphere.
We spend time delving into the player's love of hockey from an early age, and the fascinating origin stories of how hockey became a part of their lives.

Having 5 sets of brothers on the team creates a unique dynamic, providing these siblings with an uncommon experience in sports.
Transitioning into lighter topics, Tyler and Krue reminisce about the quirks, humor, and traditions that make the hockey experience so fulfilling. Pregame rituals, food preferences, and those unforgettable game-day suits roll into the discussion, creating an engaging landscape where the atmosphere is filled with laughter and camaraderie. The episode leaves riveting impressions about connections forged in the locker rooms and on the ice.
This insightful episode truly elaborates on not just the victories, but on the shared laughter, struggles, and the steadfast unity of a team determined to support each other through thick and thin. The West Ottawa Hockey team is a living testament of how family, friends, and shared passion contribute significantly in shaping not just players, but remarkable individuals.

Teagan Johnson, Ethan Moore, Carson Arens, Charlie Moungkhoun, Tyler Noblett, Krey Anderson, Conor Reidy, Aidan Reidy, Kyler Comment, Ethan Noblett, Jake Griffith, Nate Bean, Krue Anderson, Jason Hoort, Eli Bean, Connor Haley, Harrison Butcher, Will Nagelvoort, Tom Carey, Dan Carey, Darin Mihelac.

This episode was recorded on February 6, 2025.

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This episode was recorded on February 6, 2025.

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The 29/1 - Jimmy John's & A Bag Of Chips: The Brotherhood of Panther Hockey with Tyler Noblett, Krue Anderson & Tom Carey

Transcript

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everyone's in a super good mental space this year . I feel like everyone's got a good friend to sit with at lunch , everyone's got someone to talk to and I feel like outside of the rink that's super , super important . But going into more me and Ethan's relationship , I feel like especially the car rides home even after like a bad game or even a good game . I remember the first