Ep.10 | Through the Eyes of a Scout with Brian Prout

In this episode we learn what scouts really look for in a player from off-ice behaviour and family life, to on-ice skills and hockey sense. Hear firsthand where the emphasis lies when selecting a player, what background checks are done, and what factors contribute to predicting a player’s potential.

Prior to working in Hockey Operations, Brian worked on the business side of hockey. He earned a degree in Kinesiology and a Masters in Sport Management from the University of Windsor then proceeded to do a year-long internship with the Detroit Red Wings. 

Following his time as an intern, Brian started his career building the corporate sales for the Saginaw Spirit as they were relocated from North Bay. He continued progressing with Saginaw and eventually made a move to Vice President of Hockey Operations with the Sarnia Sting of the OHL. In 2015 Brian went back to Saginaw as the Assistant General Manager and Head Scout and remains in that role today.