Inside Seattle Torrent's Tough Start: Fan Experience, Scrappy Play, and Key Takeaways

Welcome back to the 206 Sports Collective, your home for dynamic stories and insight on women's hockey in the Emerald City!

In this episode, hosts Erica L. Ayala and Ava Wood dive into the highs and lows surrounding the Seattle Torrent’s PWHL debut—despite a “winless in Seattle” start, the vibes and support at Climate Pledge Arena couldn’t be higher.

As Erica L. Ayala and Ava Wood compare fan and media experiences from the home opener, they break down everything from merch lines, arena atmosphere, and scrappy game play, to record-setting crowds that prove Seattle is a force in women’s hockey.

You’ll get an in-depth analysis of the Seattle Torrent’s ongoing journey, including what’s clicking, what still needs work, and who’s primed to make history with that elusive first home goal.

Special clips from Tereza Vanišová provide a first-hand perspective on hockey's culture and the buzz around fighting in the women’s game.

Plus, they serve up fresh, weekly power rankings, debating which teams—Boston, New York, Montreal, and Minnesota—are the ones to beat this season.

Celebrate the community, learn what’s at stake, and get all the latest from the rink as Erica L. Ayala and Ava Wood gear up for the next chapter in the Seattle Torrent’s story.

Let’s hit the ice!