Rinkside Rundown

In Episode 97 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair sits down with Jenna Buglioni, the historic first draft pick for the PWHL's Seattle Torrent franchise. Jenna opens up about her remarkable hockey journey from her hometown of Port Moody, BC, to the professional ranks of the PWHL. Discover how family support shaped Jenna's path in women's hockey, the benefits of being a multi-sport athlete, and...

On Episode 96 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair interviews Megan McKay, a talented defender from Zinesville, Indiana, who shares her inspiring journey in women's hockey. From her early beginnings and the motivation she found in being one of the few girls in the sport, to her experiences at Mercyhurst and her transition to Clarkson University, Megan discusses the challenges, sacrifices, and...

In this episode of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair interviews Kylie Hollingsworth, a talented forward with the Nepean Junior Wildcats, as she prepares for her upcoming journey at Boston University. Kylie shares her early experiences in hockey, the influence of her family, and the role models who inspired her. She discusses the importance of community, leadership, and the diverse sports backg...

Michelle Karvinen joins Episode 94 of Rinkside Rundown to share her hockey journey from her Danish and Finnish roots to the international stage. A multi-time Olympic and World Championship medalist, Michelle reflects on her path through Europe’s top leagues and what it means to be drafted seventh overall by Vancouver in the 2025 PWHL Draft. She discusses her approach to the game, her passion for g...

Episode 93 of Rinkside Rundown features defender Charli Kettyle, who shares her journey from Perth, Ontario, to playing professionally with Luleå HF in the Swedish Women’s Hockey League (SDHL). Charli reflects on growing up in small-town Ontario, the support of her family, and the pride she feels representing her community on an international stage. Her story is one of perseverance, growth, and th...

Episode 92 of Rinkside Rundown features forward Skylar Irving, who shares her journey from Kingston, Massachusetts to Northeastern University, and now to professional women’s hockey with the Montreal Victoire of the PWHL. Skylar reflects on the love for the game her father helped instill, the growth she experienced during her years at Tabor Academy and Northeastern, and what it means to join the b...

Episode 91 of  Rinkside Rundown  features forward Marah Wagner, who takes us through her journey from Seattle to the NCAA and now to professional hockey in Sweden with Skellefteå AIK of the SDHL. Raised on the West Coast in Washington and British Columbia, Marah reflects on her development, her time at Robert Morris, and three seasons at RPI where she led the Engineers as captain in her final two...

Forward Katie Chan joins Rinkside Rundown to share her hockey journey from Richmond, B.C. to the NCAA. She reflects on two seasons at Colgate and two more at Cornell, discussing development, being a multi-sport athlete, competition, and lessons learned at the top collegiate level. Since this conversation, Chan has signed with Färjestad BK in the SDHL and earned an invite to PWHL Vancouver’s traini...

Maya Labad joins Rinkside Rundown to share her journey from Mascouche, QC, to Team Canada, to Quinnipiac University, and now preparing for professional women’s hockey. We discuss her NCAA experience, international play, and how she’s getting ready for the next step in her pro hockey career. Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, and subscribe to Rinkside Rundown for mor...

This week on Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Abby Hustler, who shares her journey from the rinks of Prince Edward Island to NCAA stardom at St. Lawrence University and now toward the PWHL. She reflects on how her PEI roots shaped her game, the challenges she overcame, and what she’s aiming for next in professional hockey. Please note: This conversation was recorded prior to the 2025 PWHL Draft, wh...

Natalie Snodgrass, forward for PWHL Seattle, joins  Rinkside Rundown  to share her hockey journey. From her roots in Minnesota to UConn, through Team USA and two seasons with the Ottawa Charge, Natalie reflects on the importance of family support, leadership lessons, and transitioning to professional hockey. She also shares her excitement about helping shape the future of women’s hockey in Seattle...

Nina Jobst-Smith, captain of the University of Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs, shares the story of her journey from North Vancouver to representing Germany on the international stage. Jobst-Smith reflects on the challenges of leading a top collegiate program, building team culture, and navigating life as an elite athlete balancing academics and international competition. Jobst-Smith discusses what it m...

Olivia Muhn shares her journey from Burlington, Ontario, to Yale University, where she became a standout defender both on the ice and in her community. In this episode, we explore her growth as a player, the leadership and mentorship roles she’s embraced, and what’s next as she prepares for the next chapter in her hockey journey, including a recent camp invite from the Boston Fleet. Subscribe for...

Natálie Mlýnková shares her journey from Zlín, Czechia, to NCAA stardom and now the PWHL’s Montreal Victoire. In this episode, we explore her growth as a player, the pride she carries representing her country, and what’s next in her pro hockey career. Please note: This conversation was recorded prior to the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Mlýnková was selected 12th overall by the Montreal Victoire. Subscri...

The Grindstone Award Foundation is helping young girls break through financial barriers and chase their hockey dreams. In this episode, host Chris Sinclair speaks with Danielle Bell and Jehan Jiwa, the President and Vice President of Grindstone, as they dive into the incredible impact of Grindstone and the power of community support in women’s hockey. Learn how this Canadian nonprofit provides gra...

Kendall Cooper joins Rinkside Rundown for an in‑depth interview about her journey from backyard rinks in Burlington, Ontario to becoming a standout defender and leader at Quinnipiac University. She shares what it takes to grow as a player and leader, and how she’s preparing to take the next step toward professional women’s hockey and the PWHL. This conversation was recorded before the 2025 PWHL Dr...

Join me this week as I talk with Alanna Mah, captain of Canada’s National Women’s Para Hockey Team and a practicing Exercise Physiologist. Born in Edmonton and diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a baby, Alanna found her passion through the Paralympic Sports Association and has risen to lead Team Canada. In this episode, Alanna shares her inspiring journey, what it takes to captain a national team, an...

In this episode of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair sits down with Olivia Mobley to explore her remarkable journey from skating on backyard rinks in Minnesota to a standout five-year NCAA career. Olivia shares insights from competing across multiple collegiate programs, the passion and persistence that have driven her growth, and what it means to prepare for the next step into professional wo...

Emma Bergesen joins host Chris Sinclair to share her journey from Norway to the PWHL’s Ottawa Charge. As the league’s first Norwegian player, she talks about following in her mother’s footsteps, adapting to different levels of play, and developing her game at Mount Royal University and in Sweden’s SDHL. She also reflects on what it means to join a growing professional league and be part of a key m...

On Episode 78 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Alexis Paddington, a forward from Minnesota State University whose hockey journey reflects resilience, leadership, and a deep love for the game. She what it was like growing up in Thunder Bay, learning the game on a backyard rink, and choosing hockey over dance at a young age. She opens up about playing boys hockey, transitioning...

On Episode 77 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Rory Guilday, a standout defender from Minnesota who, shortly after this interview, was selected in the 2025 PWHL Draft by the Ottawa Charge. Recorded prior to the draft, she shares her hockey journey, from growing up in Minnesota to her collegiate career at Cornell, and how those experiences shaped her development as a player. We...

On Episode 76 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Kristýna Kaltounková, the powerful and skilled forward from Czechia who would go on to be selected first overall in the 2025 PWHL Draft by the New York Sirens. Recorded before the draft, Kristýna reflects on her hockey journey, from her early days in Czechia to her standout collegiate career at Colgate. We discuss her offensive mi...

On Episode 75 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Vita Poniatovskaia, a standout defender for Yale and one of the most dynamic blue-liners in NCAA hockey. Vita shares her hockey journey, from playing boys’ hockey in Russia to captaining a team in Toronto and earning her spot at Yale. She talks about adjusting to the North American game, growing as a leader, and what it takes to be a top defender in...

On Episode 74 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Riley Brengman, a steady and standout defender from Ohio State—and one of the top blue-line prospects heading into the 2025 PWHL Draft. In this episode, Riley shares her hockey story, from growing up in Michigan and competing with elite programs like Little Caesars and Belle Tire, to becoming a two-time national champion with the Buckeyes. She talks...

On Episode 73 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Emma Gentry, a standout forward from St. Cloud State and a top prospect heading into the 2025 PWHL Draft. In this episode, Emma walks us through her hockey journey, from growing up in Michigan and dominating at the youth level to developing into a high-impact player in the NCAA and representing Team USA internationally. She reflects on the physical...