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From grassroots to glory, hosts Emma Miskew and Ryan Steeves explore the world of community and competitive youth sports with honest conversations about coaching, performance, mental health, parenting, and more. Rinkside is the podcast for sports families and fans alike.

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Rinkside hosts Emma Miskew and Ryan Steeves sit down with Greg Skotnicki, Executive Director of Ottawa’s Maverick Volleyball Club, to talk growth, athlete development, and creating a positive, competitive environment for players and families.

In this week's episode of Rinkside, hosts Emma Miskew and Ryan Steeves sit down with Patrick Grandmaître, the coach of the University of Ottawa men's hockey team. With a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success, Grandmaître shares hi... more

Emma Miskew reflects on Team Homan’s Olympic Trials experience, breaking down the pressure, emotions, and challenges that led them to qualify for the Olympics in Italy.

In this week’s episode of Rinkside, Ryan Steeves and Emma Miskew sit down with veteran hockey scout Justin Sproule.

Justin opens up about what scouts actually look for in young athletes hint: it’s not goals, flash, or TikTok moves. From compete leve... more

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Greg Skotnicki
Executive Director at Maverick Volleyball Club
Maverick Volleyball Club
Episode: The Maverick Way: Building Athletes and Great Humans
Patrick Grandmaître
Head coach of the men's hockey team at the University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Episode: Building a Winning Hockey Culture with uOttawa's Patrick Grandmaître
Justin Sproule
A self-made workhorse in the hockey industry with extensive experience in scouting and coaching.
Bloom Hockey
Episode: Inside the Mind of a Hockey Scout: Compete, Character & the Truth Parents Need to Hear
Ryan Fry
Olympic gold medalist and curling coach with extensive experience in competitive curling.
Team Homan, Coach for Team Rotorna
Episode: Confidence, Communication & Coaching: A Conversation with Ryan Fry
Jess Szabo
Social media expert with extensive experience in sports media and branding.
The Curling Group
Episode: The Power of Authenticity in Sports Branding - W/ Jess Szabo
Greg Pollock
Owner of Gladiator Strength and Conditioning, strength coach with 40 years of experience training athletes
Gladiator Strength and Conditioning
Episode: How to avoid injury in the off season - w/ Greg Pollock
Paul Colebrook
Physiotherapist and co-founder of Auto Orthopedic Center who specializes in injury prevention and treatment for athletes.
Auto Orthopedic Center
Episode: Are You Setting Your Kid Up to Get Hurt? - w/ Paul Colebrook
Dr. Amy Latimer-Cheung
Professor in the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies at Queen's University
Queen's University
Episode: Creating inclusive sports environments - w/ Dr. Amy Latimer-Cheung
Thomas Muir
High performance coach at West Ottawa Soccer Club
West Ottawa Soccer Club
Episode: The Role of Non-Parent Coaches in Youth Sports - w/ Thomas Muir

Hosts

Ryan Steeves
Co-host who provides insights from a competitive sports background, emphasizing personal experiences and the importance of youth sports.
Emma Miskew
Co-host with a focus on encouraging young athletes and sharing experiences that resonate with listeners in youth sports.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Absolutely LOVE Emma

    Emma brings a fresh approach to being a champion. She is part of a team that knows the harder the work done, the colder the champagne is. Emma is definitely someone I admire. She stands in the shadow of the great Rachel Homan, but that shadow is only there because of the bright light she casts on this world. Thanks Emma. Still need to share a Thunder Bay persian one day. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bobinYYC
    Canada10 months ago

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The hosts are well-regarded for their honest discussions about the pressures of youth sports, resonating with both sports families and fans.
Listeners appreciate the blend of personal stories with expert insights, making the show relatable and informative for parents and athletes.

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Inside the Mind of a Hockey Scout: Compete, Character & the Truth Parents Need to Hear
Q: What are the key factors scouts look for in young players?
Justin emphasizes the significance of compete and hockey sense, stating that while hockey sense can be taught, compete cannot.
Inside the Mind of a Hockey Scout: Compete, Character & the Truth Parents Need to Hear
Q: How has the scouting landscape changed in the last 20 years?
Justin notes that the sport is always adapting and evolving, and players today are different from those 20 years ago.
Confidence, Communication & Coaching: A Conversation with Ryan Fry
Q: What would you say was the biggest thing that you took into your coaching approach?
I took lessons from various influential coaches I worked with over the years and aimed to adapt them to suit my own coaching style.
Confidence, Communication & Coaching: A Conversation with Ryan Fry
Q: What was it like transitioning from playing at the highest level in the sport to sitting on the bench behind the sport and trying to help?
It was an interesting transition because, as a competitive athlete, I still had the urge to compete but had to shift my focus to coaching.
Back for Season 2 - Let's Talk Rinkside!
Q: What do you do to maintain that physical presence and health as the season wears on?
Emma emphasizes the importance of not lifting heavy during competition and instead focusing on maintaining energy levels through lighter workouts and proper nutrition.

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Focusing on youth sports, this podcast features discussions that touch on a variety of topics, such as coaching strategies, mental health, performance pressures, and the importance of community in sports. Hosts engage both with their audience and expert guests from different sports backgrounds to provide insights that can aid athletes, coaches, and parents alike. The podcast is distinctive in its openness about the challenges young athletes face and the need for supportive environments, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in competitive youth sports.

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Recent guests on Rinkside include:

1. Greg Skotnicki
2. Patrick Grandmaître
3. Justin Sproule
4. Ryan Fry
5. Jess Szabo
6. Greg Pollock
7. Paul Colebrook
8. Dr. Amy Latimer-Cheung

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