Around the RINK

🏒🔥 What makes a great summer hockey camp—and how do you build the best in the country? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about our Summer Camp lineup! From new formats and fresh programming to the reasons behind the curriculum, we explain how we've levelled up every detail to give players & goalies the ultimate experience. 💪Whether you're planning your summe...

⛸️✨ What does it take to build a world-class figure skating academy from the ground up? In this episode, we sit down with the two powerhouse coaches leading the charge as we launch our newest venture into the world of figure skating. From cultivating young talent to designing a development pathway that supports skaters at every level, we dive deep into the vision, values, and structure behind our...

💪🔥 What does it take to train like the best? In this episode, we take you inside Testify Performance —the ultimate high-performance training facility! From cutting-edge equipment to data-driven programming, we break down how Testify helps athletes push their limits and achieve peak performance. 📈 But training is just one piece of the puzzle. With a full-service clinic dedicated to recovery and...

🏒✨ What does it take to build a lifelong love for hockey? In this episode, we take you inside our U7 programs—the perfect introduction to the game for young players! From fun-focused skill development to creating a positive first hockey experience, we break down how our approach helps kids fall in love with the sport and stay in it longer. 🥅 Whether you're a hockey parent or just curious about...

What does it take to train like the pros? 💪 In this episode, we take you inside R1 , the ultimate athlete-centred hockey training experience. From elite on-ice development to high-performance off-ice training, we break down what makes R1 the go-to program for players looking to take their game to the next level. 🏒🔥 Whether you're an athlete chasing the next level or just curious about what...

New Podcast Alert! Ever wondered what it takes to join RINK Hockey Academy? In this hour-long episode, Brad Purdie and Jeff Borse dive deep into the recruitment process, from scouting and evaluation camps to the behind-the-scenes decisions that shape next seasons rosters. If you're an aspiring player, parent, or just curious about how these academies work, you don't want to miss this!

Interviewed in this episode is former Regina Pat, BCHL and USport Alum.. AND former RINK Employee, Wade Davison. Wade released his first ever book TODAY, titled 'His last shift' a story written for his brother Todd, an avid hockey lover who lost his battle too soon to an aggressive cancer. Wade discusses the process of putting the book together with his friends and family, what it meant to him and...

Interviewed in this episode is Ray Petkau of Alpha Hockey Inc. Alpha Hockey Inc. is a NHLPA certified full service hockey agency with locations in Manitoba and British Columbia, Canada. Ray gives inside into the start of Alpha Hockey, specifics of what an agent does for their clients and who needs an agent. Ray also speaks on an initiative that is very close to the Alpha Hockey family. They are sp...

Interview in this episode is #RINKTrained & current assistant captain of the U-18 Prep RINK Hockey Academy Winnipeg team, London Hoilett. London takes us through his hockey career thus far as well as dives into his other passion, music. London is also known as Ty Kiddo as he produces and performs music on the side of hockey. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Listen, download and enjoy...

AROUND THE RINK PODCAST IS BACK! After a short hiatus for the busy summer, the dream team of hosts, Jarrett Oster & Dwayne Gylywoychuk are back and better than ever! Interviewed in episode 50 is a new member to the RINK family as the assistant coach of our RHA U-18 Prep team, Mike Liambas. Mike discusses his professional career playing between the AHL & NHL for 8 years including time with...

Interviewed in this episode is Stanley Cup Champion and current St. Louis Blues forward, Brayden Schenn. Brayden brings us through life in the NHL with COVID hurdles and not having fans in the building, to how it affects their day to day life. Schenner then talks with us about his championship run with the St. Louis Blues and how they went from last place to hoisting the cup. He talks about how he...

Interviewed in this episode is current goaltender for the Utica Comet of the AHL & 2018 World Junior Champion, Joel Hofer. Joel talks about his career path from Pursuit of Excellence, now known as RINK Kelowna making the jump to the WHL and how it prepared him for his pro career now with the Utica Comets and St. Louis Blues. Joel talks about his ride to being a World Junior Champion with Team...

Interviewed in this episode is KHL All-Star having 550 points in 608 games in the KHL, Nigel Dawes. Dawzy has an extensive playing career spending time in the NHL for 6 years and eventually going over seas to the KHL where he found his groove. Dawzy talks about his NHL career and what made him make the jump to go play overseas and how that adjustment was for him. Nigel played on one of the most ic...

Interviewed in this episode is current NHL Skill Development Coach for the Nashville Predators, Sebastien Bordeleau. Sebastien has an extensive playing career playing in the NHL for close to 10 years and finishing his career in the NLA with EHC Biel-Bienne in Switzerland. During his career he played with and against some of the greatest in the game. Sebastien speaks on many exciting and interestin...

EPISODE 45 IS HERE! Interviewed in this episode is co-host of Around the RINK, Chewy also known as, Dwayne Gylywoychuk. Chewy has an extensive playing and coaching resume including time with the WHL, Pro and Olympic Teams. Chewy discusses his junior career with the Brandon Wheat Kings along with, holding the record of most games played as a Wheat King. Moving into his time in the ECHL and eventual...

Interviewed in this episode is Hockey Canada's Manager of Player Development, Corey McNabb. McNabb talks about how he got involved with Hockey Canada, and the current position he is in. He also lets listeners in on some behind the scenes of the different certifications and programs Hockey Canada has designed across the country. Along with, speaks on the importance of skill development in every str...

Interviewed in this episode is former Winnipeg Thrasher and current Seattle Thunderbird, Conner Roulette. Conner is currently quarantining in preparation for the 2021 IIHF World Championship where he will represent Canada. Conner lets listeners in on his career path to the WHL, what it means to currently be representing Canada and discusses the changes to his season and Championship due to COVID-1...

Interviewed in this episode is RINK Marketing and Communications Manager, Kyle Mulder. Kyle tells us about his career through the Winnipeg Minor system, when he made the jump to the WHL to play with the Regina Pats and eventually how he made his way back to Manitoba where he thought he had finished his career with the Selkirk Steelers, of the MJHL. Kyle gives insight into his love for travelling,...

Interviewed in this episode is newly named captain of the Portland Winterhawks, Nick Cicek. Nick speaks on being named captain of the Winterhawks and what it means to him. As well as, his hockey journey and going from a 7th round draft pick in the WHL to being a top defensemen. Nick provides AMAZING insight to what it takes to make it to the WHL, but also stay in the WHL. This is an episode you DO...

Interviewed in this episode is a guy who is known as the 'one-punch wonder' with his time with the Vancouver Canucks, Aaron Volpatti. Patti speaks on his unique hockey career, from playing Junior B to jumping to being a absolute grinder for the Vernon Vipers of the BCHL. Aaron touches on having a life changing accident that made him think he would never skate again, to having one phone call that c...

Interviewed in this episode is former Dauphin Kings Head Coach and RINK Hockey Academy Elite 15's Assistant Coach, Mitch Giguere. Mitch is currently working as the Video Coach for the Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod of the KHL in Russia. Mitch speaks on his time with RINK, as well as, gives insight into the day to day life of a Professional Video Coach and the adjustment to currently living in Russia for...

Interviewed in this episode is former RINK Hockey Academy Student-Athlete and current Prince Albert Raider, Evan Herman. Jarrett & Chewy talk with Hermy about the upcoming WHL Bubble he is entering this weekend and his excitement for it. As well as, reminisce on his RINK Hockey Academy days billeting with the Jarvis' household, and how RHA prepared him for the jump to the WHL. Learn more about...

Interviewed in this episode is hockey legend, Jarome Iginla. Jarome is the newest hire for RINK Hockey Academy Kelowna & will be the Head Coach of the U-15 Prep Team for the 2021-22' season. Jarome talks about his excitement to embark on this new chapter in his life alongside his family, as well as touches on his past coaching experience in Boston. Aside from Jarome's excitement to join RINK,...

Talk with Jarrett and Jarv as we officially are opening the RINK back up, and hear their predictions for this weeks NHL games! Interviewed in this episode is Brett, Larissa and Troy Martyniuk. Learn about each of their individual playing and coaching careers, and get some insider info into the life of growing up in a house full of hockey! Even learn about how Larissa survived growing up alongside...

Around the RINK's first DOUBLE episode! Interviewed in this episode is Addie Miles-Abbott, RINK's own; Manager of Female Player Development. Addie gives insights into the world of Female Hockey. She speaks on the difference between the NWHL & the PWHPA, as well as the current controversy between the NWHL and well-know, Barstool Sports.  Also interviewed in this episode of Dr. Sean Nagasak...