Jessica Campbell made history as the first woman to serve as an assistant coach in the NHL, marking a significant step forward for gender representation in hockey.
Campbell expressed the importance of her role, stating, "I definitely understand that the magnitude and the importance of this moment is really important for our game. It fuels me every day just knowing that I'm part of something way bigger than myself."
Reflecting on her impact, Campbell mentioned, "Hopefully someone else will have a door held open for them versus them having to push it open and find ways to unlock it." This highlights her vision for future female coaches in the NHL.
Campbell aims to inspire change within the league, stating, "I look at the other women around me and other people in the industry doing their piece and doing a fantastic job of it. And it's part of a movement. It's part of, I think, really important change."
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