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Step rinkside with Chris Sinclair for candid interviews and inside stories from the players, coaches, and leaders shaping women’s hockey.
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Episode 91 of Rinkside Rundown features forward Marah Wagner, who takes us through her journey from Seattle to the NCAA and now to professional hockey in Sweden with Skellefteå AIK of the SDHL. Raised on the West Coast in Washington and British Columbia, Marah reflects on her development, her time at Robert Morris, and three seasons at RPI where she led the Engineers as captain in her final two years.Since our conversation, Marah has received an invite to PWHL Seattle’s training camp, adding another step to her already impressive journey in women’s hockey.This episode is presented by MB Performance Nutrition. Learn how you can fuel your game at www.melissaboufounos.com.Subscribe for more conversations with the game changers shaping women’s hockey.
Forward Katie Chan joins Rinkside Rundown to share her hockey journey from Richmond, B.C. to the NCAA. She reflects on two seasons at Colgate and two more at Cornell, discussing development, being a multi-sport athlete, competition, and lessons learned at the top collegiate level.Since this conversation, Chan has signed with Färjestad BK in the SDHL and earned an invite to PWHL Vancouver’s training camp, adding another step to her growing career.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about how you can fuel your game at www.melissaboufounos.com.Check out the full episode now and subscribe for more conversations with the game changers from across women’s hockey.
Maya Labad joins Rinkside Rundown to share her journey from Mascouche, QC, to Team Canada, to Quinnipiac University, and now preparing for professional women’s hockey.We discuss her NCAA experience, international play, and how she’s getting ready for the next step in her pro hockey career.Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, and subscribe to Rinkside Rundown for more in-depth interviews with the players shaping women’s hockey.https://linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcastThanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comNote: this episode was recorded before the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Maya was selected in the fifth round by her hometown Montreal Victoire.
This week on Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Abby Hustler, who shares her journey from the rinks of Prince Edward Island to NCAA stardom at St. Lawrence University and now toward the PWHL. She reflects on how her PEI roots shaped her game, the challenges she overcame, and what she’s aiming for next in professional hockey.Please note: This conversation was recorded prior to the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Hustler was selected in the second round by the Minnesota Frost, becoming the first player from PEI to join the league.Subscribe for more stories from inside women’s hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode: melissaboufounos.comCheck out more episodes: linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast
Natalie Snodgrass, forward for PWHL Seattle, joins Rinkside Rundown to share her hockey journey. From her roots in Minnesota to UConn, through Team USA and two seasons with the Ottawa Charge, Natalie reflects on the importance of family support, leadership lessons, and transitioning to professional hockey. She also shares her excitement about helping shape the future of women’s hockey in Seattle.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside women’s hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comCheck out more episodes: linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast
Nina Jobst-Smith, captain of the University of Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs, shares the story of her journey from North Vancouver to representing Germany on the international stage. Jobst-Smith reflects on the challenges of leading a top collegiate program, building team culture, and navigating life as an elite athlete balancing academics and international competition.Jobst-Smith discusses what it means to take the next step into professional women’s hockey and how her leadership experiences shaped her approach to the game.This episode was recorded before the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Jobst-Smith was selected in the third round by PWHL Vancouver. Subscribe for weekly stories from inside women’s hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comCheck out more episodes of Rinkside Rundown: linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast
Olivia Muhn shares her journey from Burlington, Ontario, to Yale University, where she became a standout defender both on the ice and in her community. In this episode, we explore her growth as a player, the leadership and mentorship roles she’s embraced, and what’s next as she prepares for the next chapter in her hockey journey, including a recent camp invite from the Boston Fleet.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside women’s hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comNote: This conversation was recorded prior to the 2025 PWHL Draft.Find more episodes at linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast
Natálie Mlýnková shares her journey from Zlín, Czechia, to NCAA stardom and now the PWHL’s Montreal Victoire. In this episode, we explore her growth as a player, the pride she carries representing her country, and what’s next in her pro hockey career.Please note: This conversation was recorded prior to the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Mlýnková was selected 12th overall by the Montreal Victoire.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside women’s hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comFind more episodes at linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast
The Grindstone Award Foundation is helping young girls break through financial barriers and chase their hockey dreams. In this episode, we dive into the incredible impact of Grindstone and the power of community support in women’s hockey.Learn how this Canadian nonprofit provides grants, gear, and opportunity to girls who love the game but face financial challenges.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside women’s hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comFind more episodes at linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast
Kendall Cooper joins Rinkside Rundown for an in‑depth interview about her journey from backyard rinks in Burlington, Ontario to becoming a standout defender and leader at Quinnipiac University.She shares what it takes to grow as a player and leader, and how she’s preparing to take the next step toward professional women’s hockey and the PWHL.This conversation was recorded before the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Kendall was selected sixth overall by the Minnesota Frost.Subscribe for weekly interviews and stories from the voices shaping women’s hockey.Sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, helping hockey players fuel and perform at their best. Learn more: https://melissaboufounos.com
Join me this week as I talk with Alanna Mah, captain of Canada’s National Women’s Para Hockey Team and a practicing Exercise Physiologist. Born in Edmonton and diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a baby, Alanna found her passion through the Paralympic Sports Association and has risen to lead Team Canada.In this episode, Alanna shares her inspiring journey, what it takes to captain a national team, and how she’s preparing for the first-ever Women’s World Para Hockey Championship. We dive into leadership, resilience, and breaking barriers in women’s para hockey.Whether you’re a hockey fan, athlete, or interested in stories of overcoming challenges and leading change, this episode offers powerful insights and inspiration.Sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition: Get free tools and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more at melissaboufounos.comSubscribe and follow for weekly episodes featuring the voices shaping women’s hockey.
In this episode of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair sits down with Olivia Mobley to explore her remarkable journey from skating on backyard rinks in Minnesota to a standout five-year NCAA career.Olivia shares insights from competing across multiple collegiate programs, the passion and persistence that have driven her growth, and what it means to prepare for the next step into professional women’s hockey.This interview was recorded before the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Olivia was later selected by Boston.If you’re a fan of NCAA women’s hockey, the PWHL, or inspiring stories about chasing pro dreams, this episode is a must-listen.Subscribe for more stories from inside the world of women’s hockey. New episodes weekly.Sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition: Free tools and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more at melissaboufounos.com
Emma Bergesen joins host Chris Sinclair to share her journey from Norway to the PWHL’s Ottawa Charge. As the league’s first Norwegian player, she talks about following in her mother’s footsteps, adapting to different levels of play, and developing her game at Mount Royal University and in Sweden’s SDHL.She also reflects on what it means to join a growing professional league and be part of a key moment in women’s hockey.Sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition – free tools and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best.Learn more: www.melissaboufounos.comFollow the show for more stories from inside the world of women’s hockey. New episodes weekly.
On Episode 78 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Alexis Paddington, a forward from Minnesota State University whose hockey journey reflects resilience, leadership, and a deep love for the game.She what it was like growing up in Thunder Bay, learning the game on a backyard rink, and choosing hockey over dance at a young age. She opens up about playing boys hockey, transitioning into the women's game, and the friendships and community that helped shape her path.We also discuss the challenges she faced with injury setbacks, how she stayed mentally strong, and the growth that followed. From on-ice development to off-ice reflection, it's a conversation rooted in perspective, passion, and pride.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, offering free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more at melissaboufounos.comBe sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown, the podcast that brings you inside the world of women's hockey, one story at a time.
On Episode 77 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Rory Guilday, a standout defender from Minnesota who, shortly after this interview, was selected in the 2025 PWHL Draft by the Ottawa Charge.Recorded prior to the draft, she shares her hockey journey, from growing up in Minnesota to her collegiate career at Cornell, and how those experiences shaped her development as a player. We talk about her defensive mindset, competing at the NCAA level, and what she was focusing on as she prepared for the professional game.She also reflects on the pride of representing Team USA, the growth of women’s hockey, and what she was looking forward to as she approached the next chapter in her career.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, offering free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more at melissaboufounos.com.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown—the podcast that brings you inside the world of women’s hockey, one story at a time.
On Episode 76 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Kristýna Kaltounková, the powerful and skilled forward from Czechia who would go on to be selected first overall in the 2025 PWHL Draft by the New York Sirens.Recorded before the draft, Kristýna reflects on her hockey journey, from her early days in Czechia to her standout collegiate career at Colgate. We discuss her offensive mindset, growth at the NCAA level, and the lessons she was taking with her as she prepared for the jump to professional hockey.She also shares her perspective on representing Czechia internationally, handling pressure as a top prospect, and what excited her most about the next chapter of her career.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, which offers free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more at melissaboufounos.com.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown, the podcast that brings you inside the world of women’s hockey, one story at a time.
On Episode 75 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Vita Poniatovskaia, a standout defender for Yale and one of the most dynamic blue-liners in NCAA hockey.Vita shares her hockey journey, from playing boys’ hockey in Russia to captaining a team in Toronto and earning her spot at Yale. She talks about adjusting to the North American game, growing as a leader, and what it takes to be a top defender in the ECAC.We discuss her international experience with Russia, how she balances hockey and Ivy League academics, and what motivates her as she looks ahead to the next level.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, which offers free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more at melissaboufounos.com.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown, the podcast that brings you inside the world of women’s hockey, one story at a time.
On Episode 74 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Riley Brengman, a steady and standout defender from Ohio State—and one of the top blue-line prospects heading into the 2025 PWHL Draft.In this episode, Riley shares her hockey story, from growing up in Michigan and competing with elite programs like Little Caesars and Belle Tire, to becoming a two-time national champion with the Buckeyes. She talks about what it takes to deliver in big moments, how she’s balanced high-level hockey with academic excellence, and the lessons she’s carrying forward from representing Team USA.We also get into her draft mindset, how she’s preparing for life at the pro level, and her perspective on where the women’s game is headed.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown—the podcast that brings you inside the world of women’s hockey, one story at a time.
On Episode 73 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Emma Gentry, a standout forward from St. Cloud State and a top prospect heading into the 2025 PWHL Draft.In this episode, Emma walks us through her hockey journey, from growing up in Michigan and dominating at the youth level to developing into a high-impact player in the NCAA and representing Team USA internationally. She reflects on the physical style of play that defines her game, the growth she's experienced over five college seasons, and her readiness to make the jump to the professional level.We also talk about what it means to be draft eligible in a changing women’s hockey landscape, how she’s preparing for the next step, and the mindset that has helped her become one of the top players in college hockey.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown—the podcast that brings you inside the world of women’s hockey, one story at a time.
On Episode 72 of Rinkside Rundown, I sit down with Anna Bargman, captain of the Yale Bulldogs and one of the most exciting names heading into the upcoming PWHL Draft.In this episode, Bargman shares her journey from winning state and national titles to leading Yale through a pivotal era for the program. We talk about what it means to wear the “C,” how she’s grown as both a player and a leader, and why now feels like the right time to take the next step into professional women’s hockey.Whether you're following the NCAA season, curious about PWHL draft prospects, or just love hearing from the game’s future stars, this conversation offers a real look at what it takes to lead, win, and keep growing in today’s women’s game.Bargman opens up about her competitive drive, the importance of team culture, and her mindset heading into the next phase of her career.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown—the podcast that brings you inside the world of women’s hockey, one story at a time.Don’t forget to comment below with your thoughts on Bargman’s story and who you’re watching in the upcoming PWHL Draft!
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