In this episode of the Paisley Pirates Podcast, we’re joined by Paisley Pirates forward Bradley Annan for an honest and powerful conversation about his journey through Scottish ice hockey.

From growing up in a hockey family in Fife to making the move to the Lightning Pirates (Lanarkshire) and breaking into the Scottish National League (SNL), Bradley shares the moments that shaped him — including the turning point where his confidence “skyrocketed” and he realised the level he could truly compete at.

We talk about:

• Junior hockey in Scotland and developing through the ranks
• His transition from Fife to the Lightning Pirates
• Breaking into senior SNL hockey with the Paisley Pirates
• Adapting to the speed and physicality of senior ice hockey
• Playing with pride in the Pirates jersey
• The mindset of a hard-working, aggressive forechecking forward
• Balancing life as a full-time electrician with competitive hockey
• Becoming a dad at 20 and juggling family, work and sport

Bradley speaks openly about confidence, ice time, earning trust from coaches, and what it really takes to compete in Scottish senior hockey while managing real life responsibilities off the ice.

If you’re interested in Scottish ice hockey, the SNL, junior player development, Lightning Pirates, Paisley Pirates history, or what it takes to make the step into senior hockey — this episode gives you a genuine behind-the-scenes look.

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