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Rinkside Rundown

Chris Sinclair
PWHL
Hockey
Women's Hockey
SDHL
NCAA
Girls and Women's Hockey Academy
Paralympic Games
University Of Minnesota Duluth
Canada
World Championship
Robert Morris University
Wyoming
Team USA
University Of Ottawa Gee-Gees
Quinnipiac University
University Of Connecticut
Women's Para Ice Hockey
Women S Hockey
Brock University
University Of Minnesota

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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This week on Rinkside Rundown, I sit down with Belleville, Ontario native Zoe Uens.

Zoe walks me through how her love of hockey started from watching her dad and brother play, why playing multiple sports mattered for her development, and what it was... more

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Alex Therien went from playing her junior career in her hometown to representing Canada on the international stage to beginning an NCAA career with the University of New Hampshire, and this week, she joins me on Rinkside Rundown.

We talk about the v... more

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Chloe Glass, founder of the Girls and Women's Hockey Academy, joins me this week on Rinkside Rundown to discuss her transition from a college athlete and professional player in Germany to a leading advocate for athlete development, both on and off th... more

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Margot Page has seen the women’s game from every angle, first as an elite athlete on the world stage and now as the head coach of the Brock University Badgers.

In this week’s episode of Rinkside Rundown, we dive into her transition from the ice to t... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Therien
Ottawa-Ontario native and defender at the University of New Hampshire
University of New Hampshire
Episode: Alex Therien on Growing Up in Ottawa, Why Pressure Is a Privilege, and the Importance of the PWHL
Chloe Glass
Founder of the Girls and Women's Hockey Academy
Girls and Women's Hockey Academy
Episode: Chloe Glass on the Gaps in Women's Hockey and Founding the Girls and Women's Hockey Academy
Margot Page
Head coach of the Brock University Badgers
Brock University
Episode: Margot Page on Olympic Lessons, Transitioning from Player to Coach, and the Growth of Women's Hockey
Katie Peterson
Licensed sports psychologist, two-time NCAA champion
Achieve Performance Psychology
Episode: Dr. Katie Peterson on Mental Health in Sports and the Unique Pressure Females Face
Michelle Pasiechnyk
Goaltender, Boston University; Ottawa native; upcoming PWHL draft
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Episode: Michelle Pasiechnyk on Community Support, Rediscovering Her Passion, and a Journey to the Pros
Jamie Nelson
Forward at the University of Minnesota, pro prospect
University of Minnesota
Episode: Jamie Nelson on Her Minnesota Roots, Raising The Bar, and an Unwavering Pursuit of a Pro Career
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

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#210
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#122
Canada/News/Sports News
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#241
Germany/News/Sports News
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#38
Finland/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#58
Austria/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#159
Sweden/News/Sports News

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Chloe Glass on the Gaps in Women's Hockey and Founding the Girls and Women's Hockey Academy
Q: How did your own transition from player to coach influence the Academy's approach to development?
The shift gave her a new perspective on what players need beyond on-ice skills, including structured routines for bounce-back performance, self-talk, and leveraging mentors and female role models.
Chloe Glass on the Gaps in Women's Hockey and Founding the Girls and Women's Hockey Academy
Q: What motivated you to start the Girls and Women's Hockey Academy and focus on women's-specific resources?
Her coaching experience highlighted gaps in support for female youth players, especially around nutrition, mental performance, and injury prevention, which she believed required specialized female-focused guidance and role models.
Olivia Mobley: From Backyard Rinks in Minnesota to the Bright Lights of the PWHL
Q: What were the biggest adjustments when transferring between programs and how did you adapt your mindset and role on the team?
She explains leaving her 'hockey family' at each stop, the challenge of finding confidence after roles changed, and learning to bring energy, leadership, and resilience in practices and as a teammate regardless of line position.
Olivia Mobley: From Backyard Rinks in Minnesota to the Bright Lights of the PWHL
Q: When did you commit to Quinnipiac and what made it the right next step for you to begin your collegiate career?
She describes a strong initial connection with Quinnipiac, the comfort of weekly conversations with coaches, and the sense that it was a good fit that felt right early on, which helped set up her transition into college hockey.
Michelle Pasiechnyk on Community Support, Rediscovering Her Passion, and a Journey to the Pros
Q: What do you bring to a team beyond goaltending?
She emphasizes consistency, staying calm under pressure, a laid-back but supportive locker room presence, and a commitment to community and team culture.

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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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5. Michelle Pasiechnyk
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8. Charlotte Sonntag

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