Swan Hockey

Glenn is back. He and Eric discuss the USHL west expansion as well as the USHL's development model for aspiring NCAA and NHL players. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io .  The conversation continues in the Discord — join free here :...

Eric and Nick discuss college and junior hockey as well as players' paths to success as Nick prepares for main camp. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io .  The conversation continues in the Discord — join free here : https://discord....

The hockey landscape has still not settled. More changes in the NCAA and junior hockey have come. Eric Swanick(@swancommander) and Bill Underwood(Kitchener OHL) dive into the latest.  Welcome to Surviving the Cut! Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at sw...

Bill and the Kitchener Rangers(OHL) have won the Memorial Cup! The junior hockey season is officially over. Eric and Bill discuss the championship run in this season finale of the Swan Hockey podcast. Season 3 coming soon! Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for f...

Eric's recent social media posts sparked comment from USHL commissioner Glenn Hefferan. Eric and Glenn bring the conversation to the podcast. They discuss the ongoing comparison between the CHL vs USHL, the USHL's approach and pathway to the NHL, and what a USHL Combine is. As an added bonus, Glenn and Eric give away New Jersey's secret to the best pizza in the world! Join Season Pa...

In this episode, we welcome Roger Shannon to the pod. With the Memorial Cup about to begin, Roger and Eric discuss the prestige that surrounds one of the most iconic championships in hockey. They dive into Roger’s Memorial Cup victory and his journey running organizations in the QMJHL. They also touch on highly regarded coach Gardiner MacDougall, current NHL superstars who came through the CHL, th...

Bill Underwood and the Kitchener Rangers have won the OHL Cup! They are now off to the CHL finals- Memorial Cup! Eric and Bill discuss the championship run and Eric ponders the possibility of Leo Gould and the Moncton Wildcats(QMJHL) meeting Kitchener in the Mem Cup. Eric and Bill also talk NHL dynasties, CHL history, and what Bill looks for when scouting for the next Kitchener Ranger!  Join Seaso...

Eric is joined by Bill Underwood(Kitchener OHL). They discuss the USHL Draft, the shockingly small impact the USHL Combines had, as well as what free agents should expect if choosing to attending a USHL Main Camp. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at sw...

David Michaud is the President of the Victoria Grizzlies(BCHL). David and Eric discuss the Grizzlies, the BCHL, as well as the pedigree and standards that come along with the level.  Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io .  The conversation...

Bryan Erikson is the GM/Head Coach of the Northeast Generals(NAHL). In this episode, Bryan and Eric discuss the importance of having fun as Bryan shares his coaching views. The conversation turns to the immense amount of confusion in today's Junior Hockey landscape that's making it harder than ever for new players to navigate. Bryan says the uncomfortable truth about pay to play "Ma...

The NCDC has been in the center of the ever changing junior hockey landscape. Now commissioner Tony Zasowski steps into the pod. Tony and Eric discuss the league's progressive vision, the mentality behind it, and the opportunity they are presenting to players. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper...

The USHL has implemented player contracts known as Standard Player Development Agreements(SPDA's). Are these a great next step for the country's top junior league? Or are these a set of handcuffs for anyone who signs? Let's go! Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey ec...

The NAHL announces their boldest rule change maybe ever. Eric and Bill Underwood discuss the what, the why, and the who. Strap in for this wild episode as the junior hockey world tears further apart. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io ....

Last week Eric posted a social media reel that got a lot of attention. Ryan Swain brings up an interesting point about it and Andrew Serpico weighs in.  Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io .  The conversation continues in the Discord — jo...

Eric makes a realization that Andrew spent days trying to disprove. Join the boys in this episode and see if you can help disprove it in the discord. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io .  The conversation continues in the Discord — join...

In this episode Eric expands his thoughts on the role and necessity of the NTDP; The big question, could the resources be better spent?  Eric also offers thoughts on what an evolved NTDP model could look like. Bill Underwood joins the pod for this journey around the top of the USA junior hockey ladder. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards...

A couple weeks ago, Eric sparked a debate between the U18 'AAA' and Tier 3 Junior levels. Now, Eric brings Ryan Swain onto the pod to discuss the point of view. Ryan has coached both levels and trains NHL players during the summer. The two dive into the fork in the road in this mind bending episode. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock...

USA Wins the Gold at the Olympics. Eric discusses the thought of dissolving the USNTDP in hopes of an overall stronger USA Hockey. Andrew Serpico, Asst. Director of U.S. Scouting for Neutral Zone, joins the pod for this whirlwind of an episode. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey...

The NCDC claims they are the Premiere Tier II Jr. A league in the USA. Don't laugh yet. Instead, join us in this episode as Eric Swanick looks into the future of how this could possibly become reality. Eric is joined by special guest Bill Underwood. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Sw...

Eric Swanick flys around the junior and youth hockey world. Joined by special guest Bill Underwood, the boys discuss the most pressing issues that currently exist in hockey in North America. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io .  The conv...

USA Hockey just announced their biggest change since the American Development Model(ADM) and the National Team Development Program(NTDP). The brand new Nation Development League, or NDL, will commence for the 2027-2028 season. Eric Swanick breaks is down with special guest Bill Underwood. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experienc...

The USPHL just announced their NIL program for the NCDC and Premier Divisions. Eric Swanick and guest Bill Underwood dive into this first of its kind program in the junior hockey world. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deeper into the Swan Hockey eco-system. Join for free at swanhockey.io .  The conversat...

Andrew Serpico joins the show. The Assistant Director of U.S. Scouting for Neutral Zone sits down with Eric to discuss Team USA at the World Juniors, the current state of youth hockey, and the evolving role of the ACHA. Plus, they dive into Andrew’s almost unbelievable ability to win competitions. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and...

Andrey Kapranov joins the podcast. Andrey is the Associate Head Coach of the New Jersey Titans (NAHL) . Eric and Andrey break down the Titans’ push in a tightly contested Eastern Division race, discuss the current roster, and explore how the organization is building for the future within the evolving junior hockey landscape. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey...

Justin Friedman joins the podcast. Justin is the Director of Scouting for the Madison Capitols (USHL) and the Philadelphia Rebels (NAHL) . Justin and Eric sit down for a wide-ranging conversation on junior hockey, covering the latest developments across the landscape. Join Season Pass Rewards to earn points for listening to the Swan Hockey Podcast. Unlock rewards and experiences that take you deep...