Lewis Hockey Podcast

The Lewis Hockey Podcast is back for Season 3 ! This week, Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer kick off the new season by looking back at the offseason and previewing what’s ahead for the Lewis Flyers. The guys talk about the new players joining the Flyers , what the team has been working on during the offseason, and what it means to move into the NCHL Black Division for the upcoming season. They...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast , Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with a group of Lewis University Hockey prospects to talk about the process of finding their next step after junior hockey . The conversation dives into what players are really thinking during the college hockey recruiting process — from what they’re looking for in a school, to balancing academics, athletics, and...

In the Season 2 finale of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer put an end cap on the Flyers’ season and reflect on everything that unfolded throughout the year. The guys break down how the season went, the team’s growth, and some of the key moments that defined the year. They also dive into the state of college hockey, discussing both ACHA and NCAA hockey, and how the land...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast , Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with Dan Johnson to reflect on the Flyers’ first-round playoff loss to Marquette University and the lessons the team is taking from it. The guys also preview the upcoming Battle of the Plains matchup against Northern Illinois University, breaking down what the Flyers need to do to respond and finish strong. Dan sh...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer break down the upcoming league playoffs as the Flyers, members of the NCHL Orange Division, prepare for a first-round matchup against Marquette University. The guys also explain how ACHA playoffs work, including what it takes to qualify for the regional tournament and the road to nationals. For the Central Region, regionals...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast , Logan Kap and Head Coach of Flyers D2 Hockey Jim Swoyer sit down with Flyers forward Ben Alagna to talk through his hockey career , what led to his decision to transfer to Lewis , and how his experience has been both on and off the ice as a Flyer. The guys also preview Senior Night for the 2025–26 season , taking place Sunday at 3:30 PM on 2/1/16 at Canlan S...

his week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer break down the Flyers’ recent victories over the Purdue Northwest Pride and the DePaul Blue Demons, highlighting key moments and the momentum the team is carrying forward. Jim also gives Logan — and listeners — an inside look at the college hockey recruiting process, sharing how Lewis evaluates high school players, club play...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, hosts Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with Scottie Ernsting, the Flyers’ very own “Magic Man.” Scottie breaks down some of his recent on-ice “magic tricks,” talks about what’s clicking in his game, and reflects on the team’s big win over DePaul at home. The guys also look ahead to this weekend’s Flyers Check Cancer event at Inwood Ice Arena, prev...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, hosts Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with Flyers forward Alex Fronte, who has been on a tear lately and currently sits second in team points. They talk about Fronte’s recent success, what it’s like playing alongside the Canadian players on the roster, and the lessons he’s carried over from former teammates who played for the Chase Heat (KIJHL)....

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap sits down with Head Coach Jim Swoyer to break down the recent successes of the Lewis Flyers D2 team and the areas they’re focused on to keep improving. The guys dive into special teams, including the challenge of giving up goals on the power play, and what adjustments can help tighten things up. They also highlight the dominant play of the Fron...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, hosts Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with Kaden Peter to talk about the launch of the Lewis Flyers D3 team in its first year and what it takes to build a successful ACHA program from the ground up. They also dive into the importance of social media marketing in ACHA hockey, how digital content impacts recruiting and fan engagement, and why stron...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, hosts Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer break down the Flyers’ impactful fall-break road trip to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan — including big wins at the historic John J. MacInnes Student Ice Arena in Houghton, and at Dee Stadium (site of the first professional hockey game) in Houghton, MI. They recap the sweep, discuss what’s working for the Flyers, and...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with Flyers defenseman Mike Stec to talk about his hockey journey and what brought him to Lewis University. The trio recaps the Flyers’ weekend sweep over St. Norbert College, breaking down key moments and standout performances. They also preview the team’s Fall Break road trip, where the Flyers will face Mich...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down to recap the highs and lows of opening weekend against the Illinois State Redbirds. Get the inside analysis straight from the man behind the bench as Coach Swoyer shares his thoughts on how the Flyers performed to kick off the season. The guys also look ahead to this weekend’s matchups against St. Norbert Coll...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with new Flyers forward Adrian Abram. Adrian shares what it was like navigating junior hockey, the factors behind his decision to continue his education and hockey career at Lewis University, and how he’s preparing for the next chapter. The guys also preview the Flyers’ home opener for the 2025-2026 season as...

This week on the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and Flyers D2 Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with Lewis University Flyers D2 goaltender Sam Zgiet. Sam shares a behind-the-scenes look at his pregame preparation, the training routines that keep him sharp, his aspirations of playing professional hockey, and why he is so passionate for the game. Whether you’re a fan of ACHA hockey, aspiring goal...

The Lewis Hockey Podcast is back for Season 2! 🎙️ Host Logan Kap sits down with Flyers D2 Head Coach Jim Swoyer to kick things off. In this episode, Coach Swoyer reflects on starting his second year behind the bench, the challenges of launching Lewis’ new ACHA D3 team, and how the program continues to grow. This season, we’ll bring you even more hockey talk—exclusive player interviews, behind-the-...

In this episode of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and ACHA D2 Men’s Hockey Coach Jim Swoyer are back with two more exciting Lewis University hockey commits—Vinny Porro and Troy Nail. Vinny, a standout from Benet Academy, made headlines last season with an OT winner to send his team to the Elite 8. Troy brings experience from both Wheaton West and the USPHL’s Chicago Crush and is transfer...

In this episode of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and Lewis ACHA Men's D2 Head Coach Jim Swoyer welcome two exciting new additions to the Flyers roster—Josh David and Kaleb Preymak. Both committed to Lewis University after playing junior hockey with the Chase Heat in the KIJHL.The group dives into their hockey backgrounds, what drew them to Lewis, and how they plan to balance life as...

In this episode of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and ACHA D2 Head Coach Jim Swoyer welcome the newest member of the Lewis Hockey family—Madison Gasper, the inaugural Head Coach of the Lewis University Women’s Hockey team. Coach Gasper shares her passion for the game, her vision for building a competitive ACHA women’s program from the ground up, and her plan to recruit top talent ahead o...

In this episode of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap sits down with Lewis Flyers ACHA D2 Head Coach Jim Swoyer and newly appointed ACHA D3 Head Coach Dave Dingle. They dive into Coach Dingle’s hockey journey, his experience in growing hockey programs, and what led him to Lewis University. Hear his vision for the inaugural ACHA D3 season and what Flyers fans can expect from this exciting new...

In this episode of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap sits down with Lewis Hockey Head Coach Jim Swoyer to reflect on his first season behind the bench. They dive into the highs, the lows, and everything in between, comparing their thoughts from the very first episode of the podcast to how the season actually played out. Relive the journey and hear Coach Swoyer’s insights on what he’s learne...

What’s it like to be the parent of a college hockey player? In Episode 21 of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and Flyers Head Coach Jim Swoyer sit down with two hockey dads—Scott Pickands, father of Logan Pickands, and John Rorer, father of Christian Rorer. They share their perspectives on their sons’ journeys to Lewis University, why they chose to play for the Flyers, and how their experi...

Big news for Lewis University Hockey! In S1 Ep 20 of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap sits down with Head Coach Jim Swoyer and Flyers Captain Brian Gutt to discuss groundbreaking developments in the program. Starting in the 2025-26 season, Lewis will add a second men’s team at the ACHA D3 level, and in 2026-27, the university will launch its first-ever women’s hockey team at the ACHA level...

In Episode 19 of the Lewis Hockey Podcast, host Logan Kap and Flyers Head Coach Jim Swoyer welcome back Colin Swoyer to finish sharing his remarkable hockey journey. Starting from his NCAA D1 career at Michigan Tech, Colin recounts signing with the Pittsburgh Penguins organization, his experiences in pro hockey, and achieving a career milestone by winning the Calder Cup with the Hershey Bears in 2...