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Rinkside Rundown

Chris Sinclair
PWHL
Hockey
Women's Hockey
SDHL
NCAA
Quinnipiac University
University Of Minnesota Duluth
Penn State
Girls and Women's Hockey Academy
Paralympic Games
Canada
Colgate University
World Championship
Holy Cross
Robert Morris University
Wyoming
Team USA
University Of Ottawa Gee-Gees
Northeastern University
University Of Connecticut

Rinkside Rundown with Chris Sinclair is your go-to podcast for women’s hockey stories, insights, and interviews.

From rising stars and NCAA standouts to pro players and coaches, get behind-the-scenes access to the journeys, training, challenges, and milestones shaping the future of women’s hockey. Whether you follow the PWHL, college hockey, or international play, Rinkside Rundown brings you expe... more

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What does it actually take to stand alone in the crease when the pressure is at its highest?

This week on Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by St. Lawrence University goaltender and PWHL Hamilton draft pick Emma-Sofie Nordström. She opens up about growin... more

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This week on Rinkside Rundown, we welcome back friend of the show, Lyndsey Janes.

When we first spoke back on Episode 47, Lyndsey was in the middle of her playing career at Mount Royal University. Now, she is stepping into a brand new chapter as an ... more

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Grace Sadura joins the show to talk about her hockey journey, leadership, and commitment to the community. From growing up in Minnesota and playing three seasons at Minnesota Duluth to starting a new chapter with Northeastern University, Grace shares... more

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This week on Rinkside Rundown, we welcome back friend of the show, Tristan Thompson.

When we first spoke back on Episode 10, she was just getting ready to step onto campus for her freshman year at Northeastern University. Now, she is preparing for a... more

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Recent Guests

Lyndsey Janes
Assistant coach, University of Manitoba Bisons; former captain at Mount Royal University
University of Manitoba Bisons / Mount Royal University
Episode: Lyndsey Janes on Transitioning from Captain to Coach at the University of Manitoba
Grace Sadura
A forward from Minnetonka, Minnesota, 2026 Hockey Humanitarian Award nominee and incoming Northeastern University student
UMD; Northeastern University (incoming)
Episode: Grace Sadura on Community Leadership and Her New Chapter at Northeastern University
Tristan Thompson
Defender, transitioning to St. Cloud State
Ottawa Charge (PWHL); former Northeastern Huskies
Episode: Tristan Thompson on the Road Back, Resilience, and Her New Start at St. Cloud State
Sydney Healey
Forward, Boston University Terriers; early leadership roles in Ontario junior hockey
Boston University Terriers
Episode: From Backyard Rinks to Becoming Pro-Ready with Boston University's Sydney Healey
Katie DeSa
Goaltender for Penn State
Penn State
Episode: How Penn State's Katie DeSa is Ready to Take the PWHL by Storm
India McDadi
Forward, Brown University captain
Brown University
Episode: Why India McDadi is Betting on Herself for the Next Level
Casey Borgiel
Defender from Port Huron, Michigan, Colgate University graduate
Colgate University (former)
Episode: From Little Caesars to PWHL Detroit: Casey Borgiel’s Full-Circle Hockey Story
Maddy Christian
Forward from Elk River, Minnesota; Penn State captain
Penn State University
Episode: Small-Town Roots, Professional Dreams: Maddy Christian on Hockey, Community, and Penn State
Sara Stewart
Forward from Nova Scotia, Colgate University co-captain
Colgate University
Episode: Sara Stewart on Community, Leadership and Inspiring the Next Generation of East Coast Hockey Players

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Chris Sinclair
Host of Rinkside Rundown

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#185
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#127
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#195
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#30
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#151
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Why India McDadi is Betting on Herself for the Next Level
Q: What role did leadership play during your time at Brown?
She explains stepping into leadership as an assistant captain and then as captain, emphasizing leading by example and maintaining high energy.
Why India McDadi is Betting on Herself for the Next Level
Q: How did you decide to commit fully to hockey and pursue NCAA Division I?
She describes a long-standing passion for hockey, the moment of commitment during high school, and the support system that encouraged aiming for Division I.
Sara Stewart on Community, Leadership and Inspiring the Next Generation of East Coast Hockey Players
Q: How has leadership evolved for you from the junior level to college, and what have you learned about yourself through those roles?
Leadership at college required expanding beyond leading by example to using a voice in the locker room, managing relationships, and balancing being a friend and a leader with the team's best interests in mind.
Sara Stewart on Community, Leadership and Inspiring the Next Generation of East Coast Hockey Players
Q: What made Colgate the right step for your development and growth as a player and a person?
Colgate offered a small-town community feel with personal attention to players, where coaches remembered details about you, and academics and hockey could balance in a way that supported overall growth.
Zoe Uens on Family, Growth at Quinnipiac and Her Journey to the PWHL
Q: How are you feeling about the potential leap to the professional level and the draft?
Confident and excited, knowing who I am and what I need to do, while remaining prepared for any outcome and focused on proving myself as a player and a person.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rinkside Rundown

What is Rinkside Rundown about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Rinkside Rundown concentrates on women's hockey journeys, from NCAA standouts and rising stars to pro players and coaches. Across recent episodes, conversations center on development paths in college hockey, leadership and mental resilience, and the evolving landscape of professional opportunities (notably the PWHL). Guests span NCAA captains, national program players, coaches, and industry experts, with recurring emphasis on community support, mentorship, and preparing for life beyond college hockey. The show often blends personal storytelling with actionable insights on training, mindset, and navigating transitions from amateur to pro ranks, making it valuable for players, coaches, parents, and fans following the sport's growth. A notable... more

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Recent guests on Rinkside Rundown include:

1. Lyndsey Janes
2. Grace Sadura
3. Tristan Thompson
4. Sydney Healey
5. Katie DeSa
6. India McDadi
7. Casey Borgiel
8. Maddy Christian

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