# NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP EPISODE with AVA MCNAUGHTON

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Welcome back to Jocks Next Gen—your home for the future of the PWHL and the game’s next elite stars. Each week, we spotlight the North American and European prospects turning heads, break down the biggest matchups, and highlight the must-watch players you need to know heading into the week ahead.

In this special episode, we’re joined by Frozen Four Most Outstanding Player Ava McNaughton — a World Champion, Olympic gold medalist, and now a two-time National Champion. Ava takes us behind the scenes of the National Championship game and shares the chaos that unfolded during the celebrations after the final buzzer. This is one episode you won’t want to miss!

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00:00:00 – Welcome! 00:03:02 – European Prospect Talk 00:12:45 – North American Prospect Talk 00:29:44 – “This Week’s Hot Shots” 00:34:54 – Ava McNaughton Interview 01:12:10 – Top Games/Prospects to Watch this Week 01:13:24 – Break It Down with Buckles & Florence

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