The Brock Press<\/em>.<\/p>\n\u201cWorking in pro sports means the world to me and Brock University helped mould me into who I am today,\u201d Fenn said. \u201cMy professors, TAs and academic advisor at Brock always led me to believe there was always an opportunity available to have a career in sports. They helped push me to develop the skills and connections I needed to succeed at that level.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Leafs and the Edmonton Oilers are the two remaining Canadians teams in the hunt for Lord Stanley\u2019s Mug during the second round of the playoffs.<\/p>\n
The Oilers Entertainment Group also includes a strong Brock presence, including more than 25 grads in a variety of roles in key areas, such as marketing, sales, venue and hockey operations.<\/p>\n
Jake Zuckernick (BSM \u201920) was pleasantly surprised to run into fellow Badgers when he moved out to Alberta to begin a career with the Oilers after graduating from Brock\u2019s Sport Management program during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n
\u201cMoving out here alone, I wasn\u2019t expecting to meet anyone from Ontario let alone Brock alumni, so it felt incredible knowing that I had my Brock family here after moving across the country,\u201d said Zuckernick. \u201cBrock University and its SPMA program left me well equipped with all of the skills I need to succeed at my current role with the Edmonton Oilers.\u201d<\/p>\n
Zuckernick sells season seats for the Oilers as an Account Executive in Ticket Sales. He\u2019s inspired every day to sell the experience and memories that come along with unforgettable moments in pro hockey.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt Brock, I learned how to work effectively in a team setting. In SPMA, we did a lot of group projects that required tons of communication and allowed me to develop leadership skills, organizational skills and time management,\u201d he said. \u201cEvery day at work I am almost as excited as I was when I was six years old going to my first NHL game, because I know that I\u2019m selling an experience that includes lifelong memories.\u201d<\/p>\n
South of the border, Matt Rodell (BSM \u201913) is Director, Hockey Analytics for the Dallas Stars, who are currently locked in a Western Conference semifinal series with the Seattle Kraken.<\/p>\n
Rodell, a native of Richmond Hill, was named to the Dean\u2019s Honour List during his time at Brock. After graduating, he landed with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds of the Ontario Hockey League before joining Dallas\u2019 American Hockey League (AHL) developmental affiliate, the Texas Stars.<\/p>\n
\u201cGrowing up, I always dreamed of working in the NHL. As I matured, I began to narrow down that goal and identified that I wanted to work in an NHL front office,\u201d said Rodell. \u201cWorking in this industry has afforded me several unique experiences and the opportunity to work with very talented people. It has been a true privilege to contribute to a great organization and see hockey flourish in the state of Texas.\u201d<\/p>\n
In 2019, he worked his way up to the NHL. His current role with Dallas involves merging quantitative analysis with traditional hockey insight to help key constituents within the Stars organization make quick, informed decisions.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe network I was able to establish at Brock University was truly invaluable to my career path,\u201d Rodell said. \u201cThe relationships I formed and people I had spur me on truly helped shape my work ethic and open doors in my career.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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