New England Hockey Journal’s RinkWise

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New England Hockey Journal’s RinkWise

New England Hockey Journal’s RinkWise listeners will hear from hockey influencers and leaders at all levels, delivering advice and direction like you’ve never heard before.

  1. DEC 18

    Prep Holiday Tournaments

    Evan and Pat delve into the latest updates in prep hockey, highlighting the November-December edition of the New England Hockey Journal. They discuss the recent rankings, standout teams, and key players to watch in upcoming holiday tournaments like the Groton Lawrence Holiday Tournament and Avon Old Farms Holiday Classic. The episode also covers significant games involving schools like Dexter Southfield, Phillips Andover, and others. In the second half, they creatively brainstorm plots and casts for fictional hockey movies, injecting festive humor and storytelling into the discussion.   Topics   00:00 Introduction and Magazine Shoutout 01:18 Weekend Recap and Dexter's Surprise Victory 02:45 Prep Holiday Tournaments Overview 04:10 Groton Lawrence Holiday Tournament Preview 07:37 Avon Old Farms Holiday Classic Preview 10:29 Floodmar Tournament Highlights 12:58 Kevin Mutch Tournament Insights 15:14 Brooks Pingree and Other Tournaments 16:56 Girls Holiday Tournaments Preview 29:05 Celebrating John Missouri's 400th Win 30:15 Overtime: Creating Hockey Movies 30:39 Movie 1: Top Shelf - A Hockey Christmas Story 39:12 Movie 2: Empty Net - A Heartwarming Hockey Tale 48:29 Wrapping Up and Future Ideas

    49 min

  2. DEC 13

    MIAA Boys & Girls '24-'25 Preview

    Evan and Pat deliver an in-depth preview of the MIAA hockey season. They discuss key teams and players to watch on both the girls' and boys' sides. They analyze the chances of top teams like St. John's Prep, Pope Francis, Arlington, Hingham, Xaverian, and others. The hosts provide insights into the challenges these teams will face, including the impact of losing key players to prep schools and collegiate commitments. The episode offers a comprehensive overview of what to expect this hockey season, touching upon rankings, standout performers, and emerging young talents.   Topics   00:18 College Hockey Highlights 01:35 Prep Hockey Weekend 02:37 MIAA Girls Hockey Preview 03:54 Top Teams and Rankings 05:49 In-Depth Team Analysis 11:54 Emerging Teams and Players to Watch 19:06 Girls' Season Recap and Transition 19:23 Boys' Top 10 Teams Overview 19:43 St. John's Prep Analysis 22:30 Pope Francis: The Contender 24:30 Arlington, Hingham, and Xaverian Insights 28:00 Catholic Memorial, Reading, and Marshfield 31:16 Winchester and St. John's Shrewsbury 35:10 Players to Watch and Final Thoughts

    39 min

  3. DEC 11

    Boys & Girls Prep Hockey: Week 1

    Evan and Pat discuss the opening of the prep hockey season, their takeaways from early games, and notable performances from various teams. They dive into the importance of the initial weeks, rankings, standout players, and exciting matchups. The episode also features a segment called Overtime, where they ponder improvements in the fan experience for both in-person and TV viewers and suggest changes to the NHL schedule to enhance rivalry games. The discussion is filled with insights and practical suggestions that highlight the excitement and unpredictability of the early hockey season. Topics 00:30 Excitement for the New Hockey Season 00:48 High School Hockey Memories 01:08 The Importance of Prep Games 01:29 Videographers and Game Coverage 02:00 Early Season Travels and Observations 04:37 Top 10 Boys Hockey Rankings 06:46 Detailed Analysis of Top Teams 08:51 Challenges in Ranking Teams 17:06 Notable Games and Performances 19:37 Transition to Girls Hockey 21:38 Quality Wins and Losses 22:41 Harrington Tournament Preview 23:12 Team Rankings and Movements 23:59 Cushing's Prove-It Game 24:45 Loomis and Dexter's Standings 26:31 New Hampton's Rise 27:19 Upcoming Matchups and Predictions 29:13 Overtime: Improving Hockey

    42 min

  4. NOV 26

    Girls Prep Hockey Preview

    In this episode of the Rinkwise podcast, hosts Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly delve into the upcoming girls' prep hockey season. They discuss the excitement of the new season, favorite teams, particularly highlighting New Hampton and other major contenders. They analyze the depth and potential of returning players and new additions, and give predictions for the Elite Eight Championship. The episode also touches on the role of analytics in hockey and controversial quotes from hockey figures in the Overtime segment. Topics 00:00 Introduction and Season Excitement 01:15 Girls Prep Preview Overview 02:10 Elite Eight Favorites: Nobles and Andover 03:49 Key Players and Teams to Watch 08:46 Rising Teams and Potential Surprises 12:54 New Hampton and Other Contenders 16:40 Sleeper Teams and Final Thoughts 22:30 Loomis Chaffee's Unbeaten Streak 23:18 High School Hockey's Unique Moments 24:23 New Faces in Prep Hockey 24:52 Highlighting Top Teams and Players 26:42 College Commitments and Prospects 29:45 Predictions for the Elite Eight Championship 33:12 Overtime: Controversial Hockey Quotes 45:27 Wrapping Up and What's Next

    46 min

  5. NOV 18

    Boys Prep Preview

    Evan and Patrick preview the upcoming prep hockey season. They discuss Patrick's recent golf-related injury and the excitement around the prep hockey season kicking off. The focus shifts to analyzing top teams and players, including Elite Eight favorites such as Belmont Hill, and Dexter, along with potential sleepers like Kent and Holderness. The conversation covers notable players and NHL draft prospects. Additionally, the podcast outlines the impact of standout prospects like those from Rivers School.   Topics   04:25 Podcast Programming Notes 05:50 Boys Prep Hockey Preview 06:08 Elite Eight Favorites 14:40 Sleeper Teams to Watch 20:57 Teams Just Outside the Top Ten 25:49 Teams on the Cusp of Elite Eight 26:30 Highlighting Top Draft Prospects 27:22 Everett Baldwin: A Standout Skater 29:45 Other Notable Draft Prospects 33:24 NTDP Prospects to Watch 40:17 Final Predictions and Wrap-Up 42:21 Overtime: Controversial Hockey Quotes

    55 min

  6. NOV 5

    New Hampton Coach Connor Gorman

    In this episode of the New England Hockey Journal's Rinkwise podcast, host Evan Marinofsky is joined by Patrick Donnelly and special guest Connor Gorman, the head hockey coach of the New Hampton boys team. The conversation touches upon a variety of topics, including the success of the New England Fall Prep League, Gorman's coaching philosophy and strategies, the challenges of balancing development with competitive play, and the future of prep hockey. The discussion highlights Gorman's authentic coaching style, the evolution of prep hockey, and how he prepares his players for collegiate and junior hockey. The episode also includes a segment where the hosts react to ChatGPT's list of the top three iconic moments in hockey history.   Topics   00:31 Introducing Connor Gorman 00:55 Fall Prep League Insights 02:28 Recruitment and Team Dynamics 05:29 Challenges and Strategies 16:21 Coaching Philosophy and Experience 27:13 Division Three Hockey and Player Development 30:34 Channeling Emotions in Hockey 30:50 Transition Challenges for Young Players 32:10 Importance of Transferable Skills 33:12 Evolution of Prep Hockey 33:56 Balancing Academics and Athletics 37:10 Future of Prep Hockey and Junior Leagues 40:07 Impact of CHL Ruling on Prep Hockey 43:54 Iconic Moments in Hockey History 54:34 Overtime: Fun Facts and Reflections

    57 min

  7. OCT 22

    St. George’s Coach Allie Skelley

    In this episode of the New England Hockey Journal's Rinkwise podcast, host Evan Marinofsky engages with guest Allie Skelley, the boys' hockey coach at St. George's School. They explore the dynamic nature of fall prep hockey, discussing coaching responsibilities, the balance between athletic and boarding school experiences, and future improvements. The episode covers the rigorous training routines, team dynamics, and recruitment challenges within the program. Key discussions include player development paths, highlighted by standout athletes who choose unique timelines for their careers, and the pressures faced by families in making these decisions. It also delves into the profound personal experiences of the speakers, particularly Skelley's life-altering hockey injury and its impact on his coaching philosophy, influenced by the Travis Roy Foundation. Throughout, the conversation touches on generational changes in youth hockey, personal anecdotes, memorable hockey memorabilia, and the importance of gratitude and supportive coaching. Topics 00:00 Introduction and Fall Hockey Season 00:31 Guest Introduction: Allie Skelley 01:10 Balancing Coaching and Family 03:34 Challenges and Changes in Fall Hockey 09:51 Year One at St. George's 16:46 NHL Draft Prospects and Prep Hockey 27:19 A Career-Ending Injury 28:56 Reflecting on Life Post-Injury 31:23 Coaching Philosophy and Gratitude 33:45 Challenges of Modern Coaching 39:37 Parental Influence in Youth Sports 42:35 Overtime: Fun and Memorable Moments

    52 min

  8. OCT 1

    College Hockey Commitment Trends & Transfers

    In this episode of the Rinkwise Podcast, hosts Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly delve into college hockey commitment trends and transfer statistics. They discuss the recruitment process, transfer rates, and the impact of rules on player movement. Notably, 83.64% of players ended up at their committed school, but around 30% eventually transferred or left college hockey. The episode also covers recent girls' hockey commitments, with highlights from Yale, BC, BU, and more. A special segment features the creation of the 'Rinkwise Rebels' podcast theme song using AI. Topics 01:36 Podcast Structure and Listener Feedback 02:39 Magazine Highlights and Photography 03:45 Recruitment Insights and Statistics 07:22 Transfer Trends in College Hockey 20:32 Goalie Commitments and Transfers 25:53 Division 3 Hockey Insights 27:33 College Hockey Stats and Challenges 28:14 Social Media and College Visits 29:24 Future of Hockey Recruiting 30:11 Girls' Hockey Commitments 36:13 Comparing Boys' and Girls' Recruiting 38:02 Overtime: Fun and Games

    46 min
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