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The Wraparound
This Week in Junior Hockey: Smells, Shenanigans & Missing Goalies
16 hrs ago
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Alison
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When Billeting Goes Wrong (and When It Goes Right)
Most people hear about the beautiful billet stories- the ones where the player becomes like family and everyone stays close for years.
Nov 5
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Alison
October 2025
What I Wish I’d Known Before Billeting Began
A mom’s perspective on trust, distance, and the quiet lessons of letting go.
Oct 28
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Alison
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The Things They Miss
"For everything hockey gives… there are quiet things it takes away."
Oct 7
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Alison
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“Hockey Season Reflections"
“Behind the practices, promises, and pressure — a mom’s view.”
Oct 1
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Alison
September 2025
From Playbook to Textbook: Helping Athletes Adjust to College Academics
“Why the classroom can feel harder than the competition - and how we can help.”
Sep 25
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Alison
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When Something Feels Off: Trusting Your Gut as a Sports Parent
“When the signs aren’t easy to see, we have to talk about them.”
Sep 22
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Alison
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When Trusting Your Gut Costs You Friends
“This post reflects a portion of my family’s personal experience and perspective, shared in the hope that it helps other parents trust their instincts…
Sep 17
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Alison
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Growing Up Too Fast: Life in a Billet Family
"Unless you’ve lived it, it’s hard to explain what it’s like to send your child away so young for their sport. This is our story — maybe it’s yours…
Sep 15
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Alison
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The Party Scene: When Competitiveness Meets College Freedom
"Nearly half of college athletes report binge drinking -compared to a third of non-athletes. The freedom can feel overwhelming."
Sep 13
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Alison
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When the Whistle Stops: Adjusting to Freedom and Routine
"Athletes are wired for structure. Without it, freedom doesn’t always feel freeing — sometimes it feels overwhelming."
Sep 9
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Alison
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The Travel Years
45 Minutes to Gear Up
Sep 7
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Alison
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