A childhood friendship with someone from a hockey-crazed town was the catalyst for Nick Fogle’s love of hockey. How was he able to nurture that passion in a non-traditional hockey area? We discuss life as a hockey fan in areas not known for hockey, the NHL’s role in growing the sport in these areas, and what it has meant for player development. Nick also talks about how the developmental levels have evolved since his days as a 3-time state championship winner at Wando High School in Mt. Pleasant, SC. He also explains why now is the perfect time to tap into hockey, where you start as a beginner fan, and the importance of experiencing a game in person!

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The Rundown:

00:00 Intro

02:55 How does a kid from Charleston get into hockey?

10:53 High school hockey then vs. now

15:11 Non-traditional NHL prospects

21:52 Why the NHL Playoffs are a great starting point

28:00 Come for the fights but there’s much more

33:13 Get to a game ASAP

42:04 NHL vs. Minor League experiences

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Beyond The Arc with Brandon Silvers breaks down today's hottest sports topics in a way that makes sense whether you're a rookie or a vet! Tune in to hear in-depth analysis, unique commentary, and more! Follow BTA on Twitter @BeyondTheArc843! For more from Brandon, follow him on Bluesky @brandonsilvers.bsky.social and on Instagram/Threads @thebrandonsilvers!