Former BC QB & Hockey Dad Scott Mutryn

Balancing Acts: Parenting, Fan Etiquette, and Navigating Sports Culture
Former BC QB & Hockey Dad Scott Mutryn provides insights into fostering children's athletic careers, emphasizing the importance of supportive environments and independent decision-making. He also tackles the unwritten rules of sports fandom, from jersey wearing to the contentious debate on leaving games early. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, the discussion covers the emotional depth of being a sports fan and parent, debating the values of staying till the end of a game against practical concerns. 
01:16 Scott's Journey from Football to Hockey Parent
05:30 The Intersection of Football and Hockey in Family Sports
18:15 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation and Specialization Debate
23:56 Navigating Youth Hockey and the Impact of Practice Over Games
32:23 The Transition from Youth to Prep School Hockey
34:29 Navigating the Hockey Community: An Outsider's Perspective
34:57 The Allure of Hockey: Physicality, Skill, and Community
36:45 Hockey Parenting: Embracing the Journey and Lessons Learned
42:06 Youth Sports Philosophy: Enjoyment Over Winning
47:46 Navigating Sports Fandom: Rules and Etiquette
51:48 The Sports Fan Constitution: Debating the Do's and Don'ts
01:02:00 Concluding Thoughts: The Joy and Pain of Being a Sports Fan