Around the RINK

AROUND THE RINK PODCAST IS BACK! After a short hiatus for the busy summer, the dream team of hosts, Jarrett Oster & Dwayne Gylywoychuk are back and better than ever! Interviewed in episode 50 is a new member to the RINK family as the assistant coach of our RHA U-18 Prep team, Mike Liambas. Mike discusses his professional career playing between the AHL & NHL for 8 years including time with the Milwaukee Admirals, Rockford IceHogs, Iowa Wild of the AHL & the Nashville Predators and Anaheim Ducks of the NHL. After retiring from playing professional hockey Mike found his way to Winnipeg with his wife and family where he accepted a position at RINK with our hockey academy. Mike speaks on what he has learned from coaches he had throughout his career and what type of coach he is. Listen, download and enjoy!

New Podcast Alert! Ever wondered what it takes to join RINK Hockey Academy? In this hour-long episode, Brad Purdie and Jeff Borse dive deep into the recruitment process, from scouting and evaluation camps to the behind-the-scenes decisions that shape next seasons rosters. If you're an aspiring player, parent, or just curious about how these academies work, you don't want to miss this!

Interviewed in this episode is former Regina Pat, BCHL and USport Alum.. AND former RINK Employee, Wade Davison. Wade released his first ever book TODAY, titled 'His last shift' a story written for his brother Todd, an avid hockey lover who lost his battle too soon to an aggressive cancer. Wade discusses the process of putting the book together with his friends and family, what it meant to him and the excitement around the release. Long-time friend, Andy Zulyniak also joined the podcast to share stories with Wade. An episode you don't want to miss. Wade's book is available as of TODAY - to purchase and read please visit: https://www.amazon.com/His-Last-Shift-Playbook-Davison-ebook/dp/B09XVHSHLK

Interviewed in this episode is Stanley Cup Champion and current St. Louis Blues forward, Brayden Schenn. Brayden brings us through life in the NHL with COVID hurdles and not having fans in the building, to how it affects their day to day life. Schenner then talks with us about his championship run with the St. Louis Blues and how they went from last place to hoisting the cup. He talks about how he spent his day with the cup and what it meant to him to win it. Ending with Schenner & Chewy reminiscing on old times with the Brandon Wheat Kings. This is an episode you DO NOT want to miss! Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is current goaltender for the Utica Comet of the AHL & 2018 World Junior Champion, Joel Hofer. Joel talks about his career path from Pursuit of Excellence, now known as RINK Kelowna making the jump to the WHL and how it prepared him for his pro career now with the Utica Comets and St. Louis Blues. Joel talks about his ride to being a World Junior Champion with Team Canada after a hard fought series and relieving the starting goaltender, along with the pressures he faced. Joel takes us through his NHL Draft day where he was selected #107 overall in the 4th round by the St. Louis Blues. For goaltenders the mental side of the game is just as important as the play, learn about how Joel overcomes the pressures of being a goaltender with his Mental Coach. Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is KHL All-Star having 550 points in 608 games in the KHL, Nigel Dawes. Dawzy has an extensive playing career spending time in the NHL for 6 years and eventually going over seas to the KHL where he found his groove. Dawzy talks about his NHL career and what made him make the jump to go play overseas and how that adjustment was for him. Nigel played on one of the most iconic Team Canada World Junior teams in history as he dressed alongside Crosby, Bergeron, Getzlaf and many other noteable athletes. Dawzy is 13 games away from 1000 pro games and we are excited to see him reach that milestone! This is an episode you do not want to miss! Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is current NHL Skill Development Coach for the Nashville Predators, Sebastien Bordeleau. Sebastien has an extensive playing career playing in the NHL for close to 10 years and finishing his career in the NLA with EHC Biel-Bienne in Switzerland. During his career he played with and against some of the greatest in the game. Sebastien speaks on many exciting and interesting stories throughout his playing career both in the NHL and overseas. He finishes with letting us in on how he got the itch for skill development and the importance of it in the game today. Listen, download and enjoy!

EPISODE 45 IS HERE! Interviewed in this episode is co-host of Around the RINK, Chewy also known as, Dwayne Gylywoychuk. Chewy has an extensive playing and coaching resume including time with the WHL, Pro and Olympic Teams. Chewy discusses his junior career with the Brandon Wheat Kings along with, holding the record of most games played as a Wheat King. Moving into his time in the ECHL and eventually the WPHL before finishing overseas in London, England with the Romford Raiders. Chewy also discusses his involvement with the Women's Canadian National Program where he has been behind the bench and scenes for many years, even being awarded an olympic medal! Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is Hockey Canada's Manager of Player Development, Corey McNabb. McNabb talks about how he got involved with Hockey Canada, and the current position he is in. He also lets listeners in on some behind the scenes of the different certifications and programs Hockey Canada has designed across the country. Along with, speaks on the importance of skill development in every stream of hockey especially the developing players. This is a terrific episode for parents to learn about the importance of skill development in the game we all know and love. Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is former Winnipeg Thrasher and current Seattle Thunderbird, Conner Roulette. Conner is currently quarantining in preparation for the 2021 IIHF World Championship where he will represent Canada. Conner lets listeners in on his career path to the WHL, what it means to currently be representing Canada and discusses the changes to his season and Championship due to COVID-19. Download, listen and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is RINK Marketing and Communications Manager, Kyle Mulder. Kyle tells us about his career through the Winnipeg Minor system, when he made the jump to the WHL to play with the Regina Pats and eventually how he made his way back to Manitoba where he thought he had finished his career with the Selkirk Steelers, of the MJHL. Kyle gives insight into his love for travelling, where he soon found his passion of showing his creative side through photography and videography in New Zealand. While in New Zealand, Kyle stumbled upon professional hockey and re-sparked his love for the game where he continued to play overseas for the Sky City Stampede. Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is newly named captain of the Portland Winterhawks, Nick Cicek. Nick speaks on being named captain of the Winterhawks and what it means to him. As well as, his hockey journey and going from a 7th round draft pick in the WHL to being a top defensemen. Nick provides AMAZING insight to what it takes to make it to the WHL, but also stay in the WHL. This is an episode you DONT want to miss! Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is a guy who is known as the 'one-punch wonder' with his time with the Vancouver Canucks, Aaron Volpatti. Patti speaks on his unique hockey career, from playing Junior B to jumping to being a absolute grinder for the Vernon Vipers of the BCHL. Aaron touches on having a life changing accident that made him think he would never skate again, to having one phone call that changed that for him. Aaron made the decision to go play for Brown University, where he shortly became a top 4 prospect of the NCAA, being undrafted and having many offers to play Professional Hockey. Aaron speaks on his time with the Vancouver Canucks and the Washington Capitals. As well as, how he became an ambassador for Hockey Gives Blood and what it means to him. Listen, download and enjoy. - For more information on Hockey Gives Blood: hockeygivesblood.ca

Interviewed in this episode is former Dauphin Kings Head Coach and RINK Hockey Academy Elite 15's Assistant Coach, Mitch Giguere. Mitch is currently working as the Video Coach for the Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod of the KHL in Russia. Mitch speaks on his time with RINK, as well as, gives insight into the day to day life of a Professional Video Coach and the adjustment to currently living in Russia for the KHL Playoffs. Listen, download and enjoy.

Interviewed in this episode is former RINK Hockey Academy Student-Athlete and current Prince Albert Raider, Evan Herman. Jarrett & Chewy talk with Hermy about the upcoming WHL Bubble he is entering this weekend and his excitement for it. As well as, reminisce on his RINK Hockey Academy days billeting with the Jarvis' household, and how RHA prepared him for the jump to the WHL. Learn more about Hermy's favourite extracurricular, hunting and fishing! Listen, download and enjoy. 

Interviewed in this episode is hockey legend, Jarome Iginla. Jarome is the newest hire for RINK Hockey Academy Kelowna & will be the Head Coach of the U-15 Prep Team for the 2021-22' season. Jarome talks about his excitement to embark on this new chapter in his life alongside his family, as well as touches on his past coaching experience in Boston. Aside from Jarome's excitement to join RINK, Jarrett and Chewy talk all things hockey with Iggy including stand out memories he had within his 1500 NHL games. Listen, download and enjoy. 

Talk with Jarrett and Jarv as we officially are opening the RINK back up, and hear their predictions for this weeks NHL games! Interviewed in this episode is Brett, Larissa and Troy Martyniuk. Learn about each of their individual playing and coaching careers, and get some insider info into the life of growing up in a house full of hockey! Even learn about how Larissa survived growing up alongside two goaltenders. Listen, download and enjoy!

Around the RINK's first DOUBLE episode! Interviewed in this episode is Addie Miles-Abbott, RINK's own; Manager of Female Player Development. Addie gives insights into the world of Female Hockey. She speaks on the difference between the NWHL & the PWHPA, as well as the current controversy between the NWHL and well-know, Barstool Sports.  Also interviewed in this episode of Dr. Sean Nagasaka, Chiropractor at RINK Testify Performance. Nagasaka speaks on the services he provides at both RINK Training Centre and RINK North, while giving insight into the benefits of Chiropractic care. Listen, download and enjoy!

Interviewed in this episode is #RINKTrained James McIsaac. James has an extensive playing career as he is a former Portage Terrier, Muskegon Lumberjack, Brooks Bandit and current NCAA D1 RPI Engineer. James speaks on his junior career where he began as a 16 year old with the Winnipeg Blues where he was traded to the Portage Terriers and had career had a break through, tallying 53 point seasons with the Terriers. Following his time in the MJHL, Jimmy took a chance and went down south to join the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the USHL. Following his time in the USHL and the AJHL,  he finished his junior career with the Brooks Bandits', Jimmy accepted an offer to play his dream of NCAA D1 hockey at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York. Listen, download and enjoy.

Around the RINK's first podcast back after the holiday break! Interviewed in this episode is Glenn Carnegie. Long time skills coach of the Vancouver Canucks joins RINK Kelowna as Regional Manager of Player Development B.C. Glenn will be leading RINK Kelowna’s on-ice skill development and off-ice conditioning in conjunction with RINK Winnipeg and RINK Testify Performance philosophies. His role will be to oversee the development of RINK Hockey Academy Kelowna student-athletes as well as programs and camps ran within the region. Glenn brings a wealth of experience to the organization with over 20 years in the hockey industry and last 10 at both the NHL and AHL levels, we are VERY excited to have him join the RINK team. Listen, download and enjoy!