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Rinkside Rundown

Chris Sinclair
PWHL
Hockey
SDHL
Women's Hockey
NCAA
University Of Minnesota Duluth
Robert Morris University
Wyoming
Team USA
University Of Ottawa Gee-Gees
Quinnipiac University
University Of Connecticut
Women's Para Ice Hockey
Women S Hockey
Mercyhurst University
Women\u2019s Hockey
Wisconsin Badgers
Grindstone Award Foundation
Paralympic Games
Middlebury College

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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Michelle Pasiechnyk grew up in Ottawa playing mini sticks and falling in love with hockey before going on to a collegiate career that saw her take home NCAA Goaltender of the Year.

On this episode of Rinkside Rundown, I sit down with the Ottawa nati... more

This week, I'm joined by University of Minnesota forward Jamie Nelson, as we discuss her early days growing up in Andover, Minnesota where she was put in skates at three years old, to how important it was to remain close to home and the growth and de... more

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This week on the show, I'm joined by Viivi Vainikka, Finnish national team member and forward with Brynäs IF of the SDHL, as she shares her journey from Espoo, Finland, where she started playing the game as a way to spend time with friends to becomin... more

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On this week's episode of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by College of Holy Cross standout forward Charlotte Sonntag as we skate our way through her journey from Sun Valley, Idaho, through the Shattuck St Mary's organization to her record-setting colle... more

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Recent Guests

Viivi Vainikka
Finnish forward
Finnish national program; SDHL
Episode: Viivi Vainikka on Staying Grounded, Representing Finland, and the Pursuit of the PWHL
Charlotte Sonntag
Forward at Holy Cross who just wrapped up her fourth year with the Crusaders
Holy Cross Crusaders
Episode: Charlotte Sonntag on Family, Finding Home at Holy Cross, and Carving Her Path To The Pros
Carina DiAntonio
Forward from Mississauga, Ontario; Yale captain; prospective 2026 PWHL draftee
Yale University
Episode: Yale University's Carina DiAntonio on Childhood Dreams, Leadership, and Turning Pro in the PWHL
Thea Johansson
Forward from Sweden, Minnesota Duluth alum, 2026 PWHL draft prospect
Sweden / NCAA hockey
Episode: Thea Johansson on Sweden, NCAA hockey, and the PWHL Draft
Meg Simon
Forward at Middlebury College; philanthropist with community focus
Middlebury College
Episode: Meg Simon: Middlebury’s Hockey Humanitarian
Alyssa Regalado
Defender and Cornell University graduate
Cornell University
Episode: Alyssa Regalado: Cornell University, Growth, and the Road to the 2026 PWHL Draft
Issy Wunder
Forward, Princeton University graduate
Princeton Tigers, Princeton University
Episode: Issy Wunder: Princeton Leadership, Neuroscience, and the PWHL Draft
Alaina Giampietro
Forward and captain at Robert Morris University
Robert Morris University
Episode: Proving Yourself Right: Alaina Giampietro on the Robert Morris University Legacy
Stephanie Bourque
Defender at Union College
Union College
Episode: PWHL Draft Prospect Stephanie Bourque on Leadership, Consistency and Growth

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Chris Sinclair
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#48
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Apple Podcasts
#68
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Apple Podcasts
#207
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Natálie Mlýnková
Q: What was the selection process like for choosing the University of Vermont and later Minnesota?
She describes Vermont as feeling like the right fit because they cared about her as a person and player, and Minnesota offered a larger hockey culture and stronger development opportunities, making it a good platform for growth.
Natálie Mlýnková
Q: Were you nervous about what to expect when you moved to North America for hockey?
Natálie explains that the transition was overwhelming and that she relied on family support and building new connections to adjust, eventually becoming confident in her ability to communicate and adapt.
Olivia Muhn
Q: How do you balance academics and athletics in college?
It was challenging at first due to a heavy workload, but learning downtime is important and maintaining focus on both school and sport became more manageable over time.
Olivia Muhn
Q: And what was it like playing on those boys teams early on?
The experience built aggression and a drive to prove myself, shaping me into a more competitive player early in my career.
Megan McKay
Q: What was it like transferring to Clarkson and what excites you about this next chapter?
She describes the transfer as challenging but ultimately rewarding, highlighting an elite culture at Clarkson and the opportunity to contribute as an experienced defenseman and leader on the blue line.

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

A show focused on women's hockey, featuring in-depth conversations with rising stars, NCAA standouts, national team players, and coaches to uncover their journeys, training regimes, leadership lessons, and the evolving professional landscape. Episodes frequently center on pathways from youth hockey to college, the transition to professional leagues like the PWHL, draft dynamics, and the mental models that help athletes balance academics, athletics, and community impact. A notable strength is its emphasis on leadership, resilience, and inclusivity within the sport, often highlighting personal stories that illuminate the broader development of women's hockey across North America and beyond. Potential listeners include players aiming for highe... more

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