Pass The Torch (EP. 13): Blake Bolden – First Black Woman to Play Pro Hockey & TV Star

Blake on being a role model and trailblazer in the sport of hockey helping to spread diversity.

 


Blake is a star women’s hockey player that was the first ever African American to play in the National Women’s Hockey league. She then went on to become the second ever female scout in the NHL working with the Kings. She also now works with ESPN as an NHL reporter.

In this episode we chat about:

  • Blake’s upbringing as a black female hockey player
  • Responsibilities as a role model and trailblazer in the sport of hockey helping to spread diversity
  • Her role as a scout with the L.A. Kings and teaching Kevin Hart how to shoot a puck
  • Working in TV at ESPN
  • Her brand Becoming Bold aiming to inspire the next generation

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