Rinkside Rundown

In Episode 106 of Rinkside Rundown, Chris Sinclair is joined by Ivy Nellis, a goaltender with the Ottawa Senators Women’s Hockey Club in Ontario’s U22 Elite League. Ivy discusses her path to the position, how growing up in a hockey household shaped her mindset, and the competitive moments that defined her development, including the Bell Capital Cup and shootout situations. The conversation also ex...

In this episode of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by Peyton Tully, a talented multi-sport athlete from Toledo, Ohio, who is now playing collegiate hockey at Post University. Peyton shares her journey from a late start in hockey to becoming a standout player in both hockey and lacrosse. She discusses the importance of multi-sport participation, her high school achievements, and the challenges she fac...

Chelsea and Caileigh Tiller have grown up playing hockey side by side, sharing a journey from St Catharines, Ontario, to becoming key players with the Burlington Barracudas of the U22 Elite League. In Episode 104 of Rinkside Rundown, we talk about their early influences, and Chelsea shares the lessons she's learned as captain, while Caileigh talks about what it means to represent Canada internatio...

On Episode 103 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Canadian Para Ice Hockey forward and trailblazer Claire Buchanan. Claire shares their para hockey journey and we dig into the inaugural World Para Ice Hockey Women’s World Championships. We cover what it meant, what stood out, and why it matters for the growth of the game. We also talk about what has helped shape Claire’s path, the importance of co...

On Episode 102 of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by Katia Pelowich, a forward from Stouffville, Ontario playing at Concordia University. Katia and I talk about her hockey journey from early beginnings to St. Thomas University where she was team captain, and now to Concordia, representing Team Canada at the FISU Winter World University Games, her aspirations for the future, including the PWHL. We get...

On Episode 101 of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by Reece Hunt, a forward from Nelson, BC who recently signed with the Ottawa Charge as a reserve player. Reece and I talk about her hockey family roots, playing for Team BC and Okanagan Prep, her college years at Bemidji State and UMD, and heading to Sweden to play in the SDHL. We get into the knee injury that ended her season early and how the Ottawa...

Episode 100 is here! On this milestone episode of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Rebecca Johnston, a five-time Olympian, Team Canada gold medalist, and player development coach with the Calgary Flames. Rebecca opens up about her competitive upbringing in Sudbury, Ontario, the lessons learned at Cornell, the highs and lows of representing Canada on the world stage, and the journ...

On Episode 99, I'm joined by Gabrielle Santerre, forward and team captain at Bishop's University, who shares her journey in women's hockey. Gabrielle discusses the influence of her family, her decision to stay in Canada for her collegiate career, and the importance of mental preparation in sports. She reflects on her achievements, including winning national championships and representing Canada in...

On Episode 98 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Rylind MacKinnon, who traces the path from Cranbrook, BC to UBC captain and into the PWHL with the Boston Fleet. We dig into community support, leadership, balancing education with elite hockey, and breaking into the pro game. Rylind reflects on setting a new standard at UBC, lessons from the jump to the PWHL, and what a successful first season in B...

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...