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The Jason Gregor ShowThe Jason Gregor Show - November 19th, 2025 - Hour 2 (Business of Sport)In this week of the Business of Sport we were joined by longtime NHL Player Agent & Former NHL'er Aaron Volpatti joined us to discuss his inspirational story to the NHL! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-2050 min
Between the Benches with RallSauceEpisode 139 Aaron VolpattiThis week on Between the Benches with RallSauce, I sit down with Aaron Volpatti –former NHL forward for the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals, and author of Fighter: Defying the NHL Odds. From overcoming a life-changing burn accident, to grinding his way into the NHL, Aaron’s story is one of resilience, grit, and inspiration.We talk about his journey through hockey, the battles he faced on and off the ice, and how he’s now helping others unlock their mindset and potential. Whether you’re a hockey fan or just someone who loves a powerful comeback...
2025-08-2152 min
Conditioned Food SensitivityChange Your Food Reactions Through VisualizationVisualization is a powerful tool to rewire our brain's circuitry and create new pathways that lead to success. Visualization can change our relationship with food and help us move past conditioned food avoidance and sensitivity. Aaron Volpatti is a cognitive performance and injury coach, speaker, retired NHL player, burn survivor, and a graduate from Brown University- B.Sc Human Biology. He is also the author of Fighter – Defing the NHL Odds. A pioneer in Cinematic Visualization and athletic performance, Aaron's unique practice has helped athletes all over the world. You can reach him at AaronVolpatti.com
2025-05-0127 min
Grit and Grace39. The Power of Visualization and the Strength in Adversity with Aaron Volpatti
The Power of Visualization and the Strength in Adversity with Aaron Volpatti
In this captivating episode of Authenticity Unleashed, Pam Rader sits down with former NHL player Aaron Volpatti for a deep dive into the mindset and resilience required to overcome life’s biggest challenges. Aaron shares his remarkable journey from small-town kid to professional hockey player, illustrating how visualization and relentless determination fueled his success both on and off the ice.
Together, Pam and Aaron explore:
The Power of Visualization: How crafting a clear mental picture of your goals can shape your re...
2024-12-041h 04
Second StoryFire And Ice | Aaron VolpattiThis week Josh and Corey chat with former NHLer, author, burn survivor, and Cognitive Performance Coach Aaron Volpatti.When he was a teenager, Aaron survived a burn accident that left him with second and third-degree burns to over 40% of his body. He lay in a burn unit for months, thinking that the accident had ended his dream of getting a hockey scholarship to an Ivy League school.A few years later, he was lacing them up at Brown University, and a short time after that as an NHLer with the Vancouver Canucks.How did he do...
2024-10-141h 33
STOP FIGHTING WITH YOUR SONVacation from self helpWant to tell me something? Send me a text!Take a vacation from trying to be better. You are good enough as you are. Take a break by reading these awesome books:"Finding me" by Viola Davis"Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage" By Alfred Lansing "A Good Wife: Escaping the Life I Never Chose" by Meg Masters and Samra Zafar"Adrift: Seventy-Six Days Lost at Sea" by Steven Callahan"Fighter: Defying the NHL Odds" by Aaron Volpatti
2024-09-1909 min
Invisible ScarsRewind: Defying the NHL Odds with Aaron Volpatti**TRIGGER WARNING: Detailed discussion of Aaron's severe burn injury**This week, Jessalynn is sitting down with former NHL player Aaron Volpatti to hear his truly inspiring story of resilience following a traumatic campfire accident in 2005. Growing up, Aaron always had a passion for hockey, with dreams of playing on a professional level. However, in 2005, his life changed forever. Suffering from second- and third-degree burns to 40% of his body, Aaron was told his hockey career was over. With years of intense recovery ahead and no scholarship offers heading into his last year of junior hockey, the odds were insurmountably against him. T...
2024-07-021h 27
Oilersnation Everyday with Tyler & LiamThe Oilers collapse in Game 1 versus the CanucksThe Edmonton Oilers had Game 1 in the palm of their hands last night; however, a third period collapse gifted the Vancouver Canucks the victory. Now, heading into game 2, the Oilers have there backs against the one. Luckily for Oilers fans, it's a position they've been in many times before and they've found a way to recover.Tyler Yaremchuk and Liam Horrobin go live for Oilersnation Everyday at noon only on the Oilersnation YouTube channel. They'll discuss everything that went down last night in Game 1 between the Oilers and Canucks both on and off the ice. Want...
2024-05-091h 25
The Put On PodcastEp.20 - Half-Baked Sports Betting Ideas, Treating Your Career Like A Startup & Learning Via PodcastsIn this episode, Derek and Cal speak w/ guest Dave Stark and put YOU onto…
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2024-05-031h 10
Mitlin Money MindsetAaron Volpatti Unveils His Journey Beyond the IceAaron Volpatti is an Author, Cognitive Performance and Injury Coach, Speaker, retired NHL player, and burn survivor. He is a pioneer in Cinematic Visualization and performance mindset. After a horrific campfire accident in 2005, Aaron was airlifted to Vancouver General Hospital. He suffered second and third-degree burns to 40% of his body and was told his hockey career was over. He faced insurmountable odds. After several surgeries and a gruesome recovery, he returned to the ice four months after his injury and signed with the Vancouver Canucks five years later. In his 5th season with the Washington...
2024-04-1738 min
Great Northern DiscussionsGND#14 with Aaron Volpatti Ex NHLer/CognitivePerformanceCoach/Author/SpeakerAaron Volpatti is the author of his current book Fighter-Defying the NHL Odds, and Cognitive Performance Coach/Speaker. Aaron grew up like most Canadian kids dreaming of making it big in hockey while living in the picturesque town of Revelstoke, British Columbia. While admittedly not the most talented kid around on the ice, once he ventured to the bigger cities, it became apparent to him he had a different kind of gift. This gift being toughness. However, it wasn't until later in life, entering his second year of junior hockey for the Vernon Vipers, where his toughness would be...
2024-04-021h 22
Living with TBI - Traumatic Brain InjuryGrowing Through Adversity: A Conversation with Aaron Volpatti, Hockey EnforcerAaron Volpatti was an up and coming hockey player when tragedy struck at the age of nineteen. While playing around with a campfire, he accidentally burned himself, so seriously that he had to be airlifted to a burn unit where he faced months of very painful recovery. During that difficult time, Aaron discovered the power of visualization, something that would change his life. Against all odds he not only recovered from the burns, but he went on to win a hockey scholarship from Brown University and then, remarkably a place on his hometown hockey team, the Ca...
2024-03-181h 14Invisible ScarsDefying the NHL Odds with Aaron Volpatti**TRIGGER WARNING: Detailed discussion of Aaron's severe burn injury**This week, Jessalynn is sitting down with former NHL player Aaron Volpatti to hear his truly inspiring story of resilience following a traumatic campfire accident in 2005. Growing up, Aaron always had a passion for hockey, with dreams of playing on a professional level. However, in 2005, his life changed forever. Suffering from second- and third-degree burns to 40% of his body, Aaron was told his hockey career was over. With years of intense recovery ahead and no scholarship offers heading into his last year of junior hockey, the odds were insurmountably against him. T...
2024-02-061h 26
Lets Not Sugarcoat It45 | Visualization With Aaron VolpattiAaron Volpatti is a former NHL player and a pioneer in visualization and performance mindset. He holds a B.Sc degree in Human Biology from Brown University. His hockey career, post-secondary studies, and personal experiences led Aaron to develop his unique practice. He is dedicated to teaching others how to find their true grit through visualization. Today, Aaron is focused on inspiring people around the world through his coaching and speaking engagements. His journeys and successes wouldn’t have been possible without the extremely powerful visualization practice he developed. He wrote his own story, and visua...
2023-11-151h 13
The PP1 PodcastCanucks Wagons, Units, and figuring it out w/ Aaron VolpattiPresented in concert with THPN, Draft Kings Sports book (Promo code: THPN) and Raycon (promo code: THPN).
The Canucks are an absolute unit right now and we brought in a guy who was no stranger to a team unit, Aaron Volpatti.
He talks about the creation of his book "FIGHTER", the process to get to the point of writing and what he's doing now.
We get into the current state of protective equipment, why the Canucks are doing so well, and how the Sedins are still incredibly fit.
Was Aaron's rookie...
2023-11-101h 08
Inappropriate EarlEpisode 361 - Aaron VolpattiInappropriate Earl is BACK!! Join me as I welcome Aaron Volpatti who tells his amazing story of burn victims to NHL player to self help speaker!! Follow him on IG and Twitter @aaronvolpatti and please buy his book Fighter to read about this amazing journey.
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2023-10-141h 18
Becoming PreferredAaron Volpatti – Visualization, Grit, and AdversitySEASON: 2 EPISODE: 20Episode Overview:The mind is the most powerful tool we have at our disposal. When you’re down and out, it takes a fighting spirit to keep going, and more importantly, something worth fighting for. Aaron Volpatti is a former NHL player and a pioneer in visualization and performance mindset. Aaron joins us to discuss the true power of the human mind and what is possible with visualization that will help you reframe adversity, instill a deep sense of trust in your journey, and demystify the impossible. Join me now for my...
2023-05-1549 min
Becoming PreferredJason Muhammad – Next Generation LeadershipSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 19Episode Overview:As a leader, you have to manage other people, but first and foremost, you need to know how to effectively lead yourself.If you're ready to leave the bench and embrace the growth mindset towards leadership so that you can take your business or organization into the future, then you'll enjoy my conversation with author, speaker and leadership expert, Jason Muhammad.Guest Bio: Jason Muhammad founder of JM Leadership Development. He is a certified life and leadership trainer assisting companies to fill or build their l...
2023-05-0835 min
Glass and OutCognitive Performance Coach Aaron Volpatti: Turning tragedy into triumph, the power of visualization and helping athletes reach peak performanceIn episode #214, we welcome former NHLer and current Cognitive Performance Coach Aaron Volpatti. He is also the author of the book FIGHTER: Defying the NHL Odds, an autobiography on how he turned tragedy into triumph on his unlikely journey to playing in the National Hockey League. Listen as we discuss how he learned to leverage his mind to make an unlikely return to the ice following his severe burns that almost took his life, how that experience became a skill later in his career, and how coaches can offer support in their athletes visualizing their o...
2023-03-301h 29
The TeeRap ShowAARON VOLPATTI: NHL and mental mastery techniquesToday we have the immense pleasure of having Aaron Volpatti , a retired NHL player turned author of Fighter:Defying the NHL odds. Aaron Volpatti is now a successful mental coach. You’re in for a treat today with a successful career in the NHL but also a inspirational story about overcoming adversity, from being fully burned in a fire accident in junior hockey. Aaron Volpatti has become a sought-after expert in mental training, guiding athletes to unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. Like myself his unique perspective as a former professional athlete allows him to con...
2023-03-2550 min
They Just Get itAaron Volpatti, Strategies to Win - Overcoming Adversity and Making Dreams Happen using VisualizationWhat do you get when life throws you a curveball, leaving you with second-degree+ burns over 60% of your body just as you begin pursuing your dreams? You get Aaron Volpatti, a true inspiration, performance coach, keynote speaker, and former NHL player. Despite the odds stacked against him, Aaron never lost his drive and determination to succeed. Through the power of visualization and his unwavering commitment to making choices regardless of his circumstances, he not only earned a scholarship to Brown University but also achieved the ultimate goal of being drafted into the NHL.Today...
2023-03-011h 07
Undercover Mental HealthFighterThis is not a story of a kids journey to the NHL, it's about the will to live. Fighter - defying the NHL odds, by Aaron Polvatti. A story of grief, terror, personal tragedy, uncertainty, and happiness, this story will inspire you to dig deep within yourself to find your own strength to walk into your darkest moments and come out of them with a determination and mindset to achieve your wildest dreams. Think of this story as a guide to find the fighter inside of you. A guide that will push you to fight for what you want and w...
2023-03-0149 min
The KIJHL PodcastTop Shelf: The KIJHL Podcast - E25 - February 19 - Aaron VolpattiLISTEN to a Special episode of Top Shelf: The KIJHL Podcast . . . NHL/KIJHL Alumnus Aaron Volpatti joins Emanuel Sequiera in this full length interview. Aaron’s journey is incredible, unimaginable and inspiration; from his time with the Revelstoke Grizzlies to the VGH Burn Unit to eventually the NHL and a career ending injury. It’s a must-listen for players and fans.
2023-02-1915 min
The KIJHL PodcastTop Shelf: The KIJHL Podcast - E24 - February 17 - McPhee - Volpatti - Sequeira Former National Hockey Leaguer and Revelstoke Grizzlies alumnus Aaron Volpatti joins Emanuel Sequeira to talk about his KIJHL days. It’s a preview of a special Top Shelf coming out on Sunday. Beforehand, Emanuel chats with current Grizzlie, Will McPhee, their Captain, about this season’s Revelstoke side. A busy episode for Emanuel; he joins co-host Mark Berry to discuss the first round Playoff matchups as 16 KIJHL teams embark on the Quest of the Teck Cup.
2023-02-1724 min
Explore Your Day With A Soul-Stirring Full Audiobook.Fighter by Aaron VolpattiPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/61728to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Fighter
Author: Aaron Volpatti
Narrator: Aaron Volpatti
Format: mp3
Length: 10 hrs and 8 mins
Release date: 01-18-23
Ratings: 4 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Hockey
Publisher's Summary:
One of the most inspirational comeback stories in professional sports. Aaron Volpatti was never supposed to play in the NHL. As an average, undersized youth hockey player, Aaron had to fight his way, literally, into competitive hockey. But in the early hours of April 20, 2005, he found himself in a very different fight–a fight for his life after a devastating burn injury.
2023-01-1810h 08
The Athletes PodcastAaron Volpatti - Former NHL Hockey Player & Author of Fighter - Epsiode #156Episode #156 of The Athletes Podcast features Aaron Volpatti. Born in Revelstoke, BC, Aaron began his collegiate career at Brown University. The former Vancouver Canuck & Washington Capital just released his book Fighter and shares one of the most inspirational comeback stories in professional sports. He was never supposed to play in the NHL. As an average, undersized hockey player, he had to literally fight his way into competitive hockey… He found himself in a different battle in April of 2005. His new journey began in the Vancouver General Hospital burn unit. A story filled with extreme adversity, personal triumph grief, terror, and...
2022-12-291h 08
Donnie and Dhali - The TeamDecember 23rd 2022 - Best of ShowToday is our 2022 Best of Show featuring our interviews with Aaron Volpatti, Todd Bertuzzi, Rachel Doerrie and Bryan Burnham.
2022-12-2347 min
The Bear Essentials PodcastFighter: Defying The NHL Odds - The Aaron Volpatti InterviewThis is one of the most inspirational comeback stories in professional sports.
Today's guest on The Bear Essentials, Aaron Volpatti, was never supposed to play in the NHL. As an average, undersized youth hockey player, Aaron had to fight his way, literally, into competitive hockey. But in the early hours of April 20, 2005, he found himself in a very different fight–a fight for his life after a devastating burn injury.
His book, FIGHTER: Defying The NHL Odds is a riveting account of Aaron’s journey from the Vancouver General Hospital Burn Unit to the NHL, and hi...
2022-12-2142 min
Dropping the GlovesInterview with Aaron VolpattiWe interviewed Aaron Volpatti about overcoming incredible odds to make the NHL. A story like no other and one you won't want to miss.
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2022-12-0955 min
Dropping the GlovesInterview with Aaron VolpattiWe interviewed Aaron Volpatti about overcoming incredible odds to make the NHL. A story like no other and one you won't want to miss.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-0952 min
Girls with GraftsI'm a Fighter: NHL Player, Burn Survivor, and Visualization Expert, Aaron VolpattiSetting a goal and visualizing his future kept Aaron Volpatti going when he burned 40% of his body at the young age of 19. Aaron’s passion and love of hockey came to what he thought would be an abrupt halt in 2005, but his determination continued, ultimately leading him to a 5-year career playing professional hockey. In this episode, we talk with the former NHL player for the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals as he shares his story as a burn survivor and the intimate details of his journey to playing for the NHL through his work with visualization. Aaro...
2022-12-091h 02
Hockey 2 Hell and Back#117 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Ft. Aaron VolpattiBrady welcomes the inspiring Aaron Volpatti who is fresh off his successful book tour. This is one of the most inspirational comeback stories in professional sports.
Aaron Volpatti was never supposed to play in the NHL. As an average, undersized youth hockey player, Aaron had to fight his way, literally, into competitive hockey. But in the early hours of April 20, 2005, he found himself in a very different fight–a fight for his life after a devastating burn injury.
FIGHTER: Defying The NHL Odds is a riveting account of Aaron’s journey from the Vancouver General Hospital...
2022-11-221h 31
Missin Curfew132. Fighter: Defying the Odds with Aaron VolpattiIf you're not familiar with Aaron Volpatti's story, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Aaron was an "average, undersized youth hockey player that was never supposed to play in the NHL." Yet after finding himself in a fight for his life after a severe burn injury, Volpatti went on to play for the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals.Obie and Aaron's time in Vancouver overlapped, but as you'll hear, neither Obie nor many others were aware of just what Aaron had been through to get to the National League. Today, Aaron is focused on inspiring...
2022-11-2139 minMissin Curfew132. Fighter: Defying the Odds with Aaron VolpattiIf you're not familiar with Aaron Volpatti's story, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Aaron was an "average, undersized youth hockey player that was never supposed to play in the NHL." Yet after finding himself in a fight for his life after a severe burn injury, Volpatti went on to play for the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals.Obie and Aaron's time in Vancouver overlapped, but as you'll hear, neither Obie nor many others were aware of just what Aaron had been through to get to the National League. Today, Aaron is focused on inspiring...
2022-11-2139 min
Break the IceFeaturing Aaron VolpattiCaps alumni and author Aaron Volpatti shares his unbelievable path to the NHL
2022-11-191h 06Donnie and Dhali - The TeamNovember 3rd 2022Today on the show the guys talk about Kevin Bieksa night at Rogers Arena as the Canucks take on the Ducks and look to get back into the win column.Guests include Former NHLer Aaron Volpatti and John Shannon
2022-11-031h 30
Alz CapsFormer Cap Aaron Volpatti Joins Alz CapsKarl and Stephen are joined by former Cap turned author Aaron Volpatti for a walk down memory lane. Whyno calls this his "most fun" episode of the year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-11-0246 min
The Insider's Guide To FinanceDefying the NHL Odds w. Aaron VolpattiDo you sometimes wonder where to find the will power to overcome adversity? Aaron has an inspiring story that defies the odds that is full of determination and powerful visualization practice.Today, we speak with former NHL player turned cognitive performance coach, Aaron Volpatti. He played for the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League.He has lived through many life-changing events and has used deep visualization as a tool to overcome extreme adversity. You’ll hear how powerful your thoughts can be and get a glimpse into what it...
2022-10-2654 min
C4 Hockey PodcastThe Burn Unit with Aaron Volpatti - Oct. 25, 2022While the Vancouver Canucks early season difficulties continue (they lost again while this episode was being recorded), the troubles the team face pale to those former Canuck Aaron Volpatti encountered on his journey to the NHL.
Aaron joins hosts Anna & Chris to talk about the launch of his new book, FIGHTER: Defying The NHL Odds, and the story he tells about overcoming adversity and defining his own comeback story to simply play hockey. Using a unique visualization process, Aaron took back control of his life at a time he was told his journey was to go in...
2022-10-251h 13
Elite Development PodcastEpisode 101: Aaron Volpatti {BEAT THE ODDS}What would you like to see us cover in future episodes;Email: kenny@coachdusseault.com Check out Aaron Volpatti Cognitive Performance;https://www.aaronvolpatti.comFollow me on social media;Instagram: @coach_dusseaultTikTok: @coachdusseault YouTube: @Elite Development Podcast and @Coach Dusseault Conditioning Remember to subscribe to us on Apple Podcast and Spotify! Every single like, comment, subscription, review, etc. is greatly appreciated. Happy and excited to be back!
2022-08-091h 03
The Hockey Think Tank PodcastEpisode 210 - Aaron VolpattiOn this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, we bring on former NHLer for the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals - and now a visualization coach - Aaron Volpatti! Aaron has such a unique hockey journey...and such an inspiring story. We talk:-His near death experience with a fire and how it taught him resliency-How visualization helped him heal and helped him in his career-His journey to the NHL-Much more!!This again was such an inspiring conversation we are so thrilled to bring to...
2022-05-231h 57
The Curious Competitor with Connor CarrickNearly Fatal Burn Victim To NHLer & The Power Of Visualization with Aaron VolpattiIn this episode, I sit down with a former teammate and NHL veteran, Aaron Volpatti, high-performance coach and author-to-be. We spoke about Aaron’s story of adversity and perseverance that got him into the NHL, his relationship with high-stress environments and tolerance to pain, working through the fear of failure, and how to use the power of visualization to get to where you want to be.
For more information on Aaron’s work, check out: https://www.aaronvolpatti.com/
Episode Overview:
0:00 Welcoming Aaron Volpatti
1:00 Aaron’s NHL Origin Story
18:00 High-Stress Environme...
2022-04-2959 min
Empty The BenchesEpisode 114: Aaron VolpattiThe boys are joined by former Vancouver Canuck and Washington Capital, Aaron Volpatti. Aaron joins the show to share his hockey story including: recovering from third degree burns to make it to the NHL, writing his own book, and plenty more! He shares some amazing stories from his life that truly define perseverance and positive thinking. The boys also get you up to speed on the latest from around the NHL such as the crazy 10-7 game between the Leafs and Red Wings, Igor Shesterkin’s case for the Hart Trophy, and the latest betting trends from around the le...
2022-03-022h 36
hecast: The Official Podcast of HeChangedItEp # 93: Former Vancouver Canuck Aaron VolpattiAaron Volpatti is a former NHL player with the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals, and a pioneer in visualization and mindset. He also holds a B.Sc degree in Human Biology from Brown University. It is through both his studies and personal experiences that have led to his unique practice. He is dedicated to teaching others how to find their true grit. Aaron has a truly inspiring story of overcoming a tremendous amount of adversity.
Listen to Mike and Aaron as they discuss his near fatal accident and his return to the winners circle!
2022-01-271h 03
Healthy Mindset App PodcastOn Fire To NHL Aaron VolpattiSend us a textWelcome to The Mike Hartman Show where Mike talks to individuals about Stories, Mindset & Champions! Mike’s purpose and objective for this podcast is to help people through their pain points and struggles. The focus points will be centered around mindfulness, systems, habits, measurable goals, short term goals, long-term goals, vision goals, mindset, fitness, nutrition, mental toughness, little & details, playing to win and how to get ready to play so you can achieve your dreams and goals. Everyone has a story! All of the guests had major transformational adjustments in their life. They di...
2022-01-0735 min
Coffee Time with ByronAaron VolpattiAaron Volpatti (born May 30, 1985) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey winger who played with the Vancouver Canucks and the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). Great talking to him about his playing days in the NHL to what’s he been working on and his life after the game. As well as current talk on his buddy ovechkin and how long he’ll play for and him sleeping with the cup
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2021-11-0955 min
Around the RINKEpisode 40: Featuring Aaron VolpattiInterviewed in this episode is a guy who is known as the 'one-punch wonder' with his time with the Vancouver Canucks, Aaron Volpatti. Patti speaks on his unique hockey career, from playing Junior B to jumping to being a absolute grinder for the Vernon Vipers of the BCHL. Aaron touches on having a life changing accident that made him think he would never skate again, to having one phone call that changed that for him. Aaron made the decision to go play for Brown University, where he shortly became a top 4 prospect of the NCAA, being undrafted and having...
2021-03-1254 min
Up My Hockey with Jason PodollanEp.29 - Aaron Volpatti - The Power of Possibility & PatienceSend us a textAaron Volpatti wasn’t dreaming of the NHL at 17, he was trying to make the Revelstoke Grizzlies, his local Junior B hockey team. In his NHL draft year, Aaron was living at home, graduating from high school, and hanging with his buddies. He had his sights set on hopefully making the Vernon Vipers of the BCHL as an 18-year-old.Volpatti ended up wearing the jersey of the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals, but after seeing Aaron score 7 goals in first 112 games in the BCHL you probably wouldn’t have made that bet...
2020-08-171h 51