Team Stripes Podcast

After recently finished over 50 episodes we thought it would be great to provide an update for the company and what's going on! For more great stuff happening with Team Stripes check out: www.goteamstripes.com

Jamie makes his second appearance on the Team Stripes podcast following a recent trip to officiate in the German DEL. Jamie shares with us his experience working overseas, some great stories, and also talks about the upcoming Koharski summer camps! It's always a blast to talk with Jamie and we hope you enjoy the episode!

On episode 50 of the Team Stripes podcast, we take the show across the Atlantic to speak with Tom Darnell, a referee in the Elite Ice Hockey League, in the United Kingdom. On the episode, we speak with Tom about his career, the EIHL, officiating in the UK, along with advice he has for officials. This one is a lot of fun and we hope you enjoy!

On episode 49 of the Team Stripes Podcast, we speak with Mark Lichtenfeld who writes a popular officiating column called "Officially Speaking". We talk about his column, what he's learned, some controversies, as well as how officiating has developed in his community of Las Vegas. Lots of fun on this episode! Interested in reading Mark's column, check it out here: https://t.co/h0xKbBUjRh You can al...

On this episode of the Team Stripes podcast, we interview full-time AHL referee Peter Tarnaris. The Illinois native has compiled an impressive officiating resume having working in leagues such as the CHL, ECHL, before making the jump to the AHL. Peter got an early start in the officiating world - having made the jump to USA Hockey's ODP at the young age of 15. As the name of the episode suggests,...

On episode 47 of the Team Stripes podcast we speak with NCHC referee, Joe Sullivan. Joe is one of the top officials in college hockey, and has experience working in the AHL and other professional leagues. Joe, fresh off a trip to Las Vegas to work some games joins us on the podcast to talk about his career, the importance of saying "Yes", the skills he thinks officials can apply to their off-ice w...

In episode 46 we talk with Matt Bell. Matt recently faced severe abuse in a rink from a parent which led him to making a post about it on social media. Suffice to say it went viral. Shared thousands of times, Matt's post shed a light on an unfortunate reality facing officials. In this episode we talk with Matt about what happened, how he turned this into a positive for the officiating community, a...

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast we speak with Josh Smith, the Managing Editor of Scouting the Refs. During the episode, we speak with Josh about the origins of STR and how it grew from humble beginnings to becoming the premiere source for finding out the latest news and info about hockey officials. Josh shares some great stories about his journey, and we even discuss the analytical sid...

On episode 44 of the Team Stripes Podcast, we speak with two legends in the New England officiating community - Gene (Eugene Sr.) and Geno (Eugene Jr.) Binda. Together the Binda's run a company called Referees Crease - where they assign over 1,500 officials. The goal of their organization is to recruit, train, and advance officials to higher levels of officiating. Their officials range in levels f...

On this episode of the Team Stripes podcast we talk with Kendall Glaser, a collegiate official who has moved his way through the ranks in the US. He was sidelined from playing football in high school so made the big switch to pursuing officiating. A native Minnesotan - Kendall talks to us about his path, the role of professionalism as an official, and we even get some awesome insight into officiat...

On this episode of the podcast we chat with journey-man official Jordan Kraabel. Jordan has worked quite a few different leagues including the NCAA (Div 1/Div 3), the NWHL, and the Federal Hockey League. We talk about his development, dealing with coaches in difficult situations, how to help mentor younger officials, and game management. Hope you enjoy the episode and big thanks to Jordan for bein...

On episode 40 of the Team Stripes podcast, we got to speak with the legend himself, Mr. Kerry Fraser! Kerry is one of the NHL's most accomplished referees, having worked almost 2000 NHL games, 250+ playoff games, and 13 Stanley Cup Finals. This is perhaps one of our most insightful interviews we've conducted. Be sure to share this interview to other referees! The knowledge that Kerry shares is out...

Fresh off his recent retirement from the AHL - veteran referee Keith Kaval makes his return to the Team Stripes podcast. Keith makes our podcast history being the first returning guest. As a recap to those who don't know Keith - he is a former AHL, KHL, and IIHF referee (among many other leagues). He is currently the director of officiating for the NAHL. On this episode we talk about his retiremen...

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast, we interview reporter Sean McIndoe. Many of you will know Sean McIndoe as the creator of Down Goes Brown. He is considered one of hockey's favourite and funniest writers. He has recently published a book called "The Down Goes Brown History of the NHL". In our interview we talk about the history of the NHL - but specifically the referees, and the stories...

On this episode of the Team Stripes podcast, we get to speak with one of the top linesman in the United States, Tommy George. Tommy has an impressive background having worked across a variety of leagues, but most notably the AHL and NCAA - and has worked several frozen fours. He is also well known for making the Olympics in Sochi - one of the few non-NHL officials that was selected. Tommy is an aw...

On this episode we bring in a trainer named Kyle Kostynski, who has helped Team Stripes in providing training tips and advice. During the episode, we talk about what officials should be doing to maximize their fitness and improve peak performance. We talk about nutrition as well! This episode is a must-listen! Especially for those officials aspiring to higher levels.

On the podcast, we like to interview officials from all different levels. This week is no exception. On this episode we talk with Ross Beck who is an up-and-coming official in Connecticut. Ross is a member of Team Stripes Academy. During the episode, we talk about his perspective as an up-and-coming official, and ask him his insights on what he faces as an official. Some of the topics include the...

On this episode of the podcast, we talk with Jess Leclerc, a high-level female official who works several different leagues, including a trip to the Olympics in South Korea. She talks about her rapid ascention in the international officiating ranks, going from working the U18's in Buffalo to the Olympics a few years later. Jess also works several leagues based while she is based out of her home st...

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast - we are lucky enough to get to talk with famed Canadian broadcaster Ron MacLean. Ron is well known for being on Hockey Night in Canada alongside Don Cherry - as well as more recently more Rogers Hometown Hockey. While Ron is well known for his work in front of the camera - for 23 years he was also a high-level official, working junior, university, and m...

On episode 32, we talk with former NHL linesman, Mike Cvik. Mike had a long career in the National Hockey League, working more than 1800 games. Some career highlights for him include working the 2002 gold medal game in Salt Lake City between Canada and the United States, Stanley Cup playoffs, and an NHL All-Star game. He is also well known for his size, being a staggering 6'9''. On this episode we...

On this episode of the podcast, we talk with Matt Brady - who currently is a top linesman working in the AHL, ECHL, and NCAA. On this chat - we get Matt's insight into the life of a local linesman working in the league's he does. How did he get to that level? What are some of the advantages of being a local liney? What advice do you give other officials? To find out these answers give the episode...

On this episode of the podcast - we chat with longtime American Hockey League and Ontario Hockey League linesman, Kevin Hastings. Kevin is one of the veteran linesman in both leagues, entering his 17th in the AHL and 20th in the OHL. He is also a supervisor in the ECHL. We talk about his career, his passion for officiating, his role as a mentor, and much more!

This is a special episode of the Team Stripes Podcast. On episode 29, we get to speak with former NHL referee Don "Koho" Koharski. Don worked over 2000 NHL games, including 11 trips to the Stanley Cup Finals. This episode is special because Don has partnered-up with Team Stripes to create the "Team Stripes Academy" which will provide comprehensive learning tools to officials. We talk about where t...

Thank you to everyone out there for all your support! Find out more about what we're doing at www.goteamstripes.com

On episode 28, we get to talk with Matt Leaf, USA Hockey's Director of Officiating Education. He has worked for USA Hockey for almost 25 years, primarily in a role where he helps develops officials. In his role he works closely with many Referees-in-Chief across the country. During our discussion with Matt, we talk about his career in officiating education, how development of officials has changed...