Fostering Inclusivity in Hockey and Finding Your Voice ft. NWHL Player Saroya Tinker

Women on the Mic

In this episode, Kaavya chats with Saroya Tinker—a rising star in the NWHL and a powerful voice advocating for inclusivity in hockey. They dive deep into her journey with ice hockey starting with her roots in Canada to her recent collegiate career at Yale University. She recalls her favorite Yale traditions, her decision to play pro, and her path to finding her own voice. Since getting drafted to the NWHL, she’s recognized her larger platform and used it to advocate for racial justice, women’s empowerment, and body image. She lists out actionable steps to foster more inclusivity and fight racial injustice in the sport and beyond. She details her involvement with art and how she uses her work as a means to spread positive messages about body image. Saroya recently launched her new mentorship program to connect with and guide young women of color as they navigate their lives in and out of sport. Finally, they talk about Saroya’s go to Starbucks drink and her excitement for her future in the league and beyond.