New England Hockey Journal’s RinkWise

Salisbury’s Andrew Will Seeks Good Players Who Contribute to the Community

Salisbury School Head Coach Andrew Will discusses his team's challenging road to the 2022 NEPSAC Elite 8 Championship. Will's Crimson Knights also won the prep title in 2020, and he talks about the program he's led since 2008, key attributes he looks for in his student-athletes, and much more.

Brian McGonagle, the ”Rear Admiral” of ”Spittin’ Chiclets”

Brian McGonagle, known best by his moniker "Rear Admiral," is not just a key cog in the world's biggest hockey podcast, "Spittin' Chiclets," but was also born and raised in Charlestown, loving hockey and the Boston Bruins. In this episode he joins Matt Keator and Kirk Luedeke to talk about his personal story,  teaming up with former NHL defenseman Ryan Whitney to grow the game through their podcast and start hockey events around the country

Veteran Coach David Quinn Wants Another Shot at the NHL

Coach David Quinn has coached at Boston University, for the US Men’s Olympic Ice Hockey Team, and for the New York Rangers. While the BU job is now open, Quinn says he has his heart set on returning to the NHL. In this podcast, the Cranston, R.I., resident talks about his journey through hockey, including a heartbreaking loss on the world stage.

Dan Muse Talks About the U.S. National Team Development Program

U.S. National Team Development Program under-17 head coach Dan Muse joins RinkWise to discuss his background playing in Massachusetts for Canton High and at Stonehill College, before embarking on his coaching career. From prep hockey at Milton Academy to juniors, college and the NHL, Coach Muse has had a wide range of experiences and has been mentored by some of the best. Now, he is leading some of the USA's top young talent, many of whom could be future college and pro hockey stars. 

Austin Prep Girls Hockey Coach Stephanie Wood Leads Championship Team

Austin Prep Girls Hockey capped its undefeated 27-0-0 season with a Division 1 championship. Coach Stephanie Wood joins the podcast to talk about the season, the team and why it’s making the move out of the MIAA. Coach Wood is also the Women’s Director of the Islanders Hockey Club, a development organization for youth hockey, and discusses her role in helping mold the next generation of players.

Tri-City Storm’s Nies On Attributes He Seeks Beyond The Usual Skills

Brookline, Mass., native David Nies, associate head coach of the USHL's Tri-City Storm, joins Kirk Luedeke on this episode of "RinkWise." Nies played at Brookline High School and at the University of Southern Maine. He talks about his path from player to coach, important attributes for higher level hockey, recruiting and what he looks for from players who aspire to the top levels of the sport.

Jeff Cox on the 2022 NEPSAC hockey playoffs, MIAA championship weekend preview

New England Hockey Journal Senior Analyst Jeff Cox joins Kirk Luedeke to review the 2022 NEPSAC playoffs and what was crucial for titles won by Salisbury (Elite 8), Kent (Large School) and Pomfret (Small School). Jeff also goes over his award winners and who impressed throughout the 2021-22 campaign. The two also look at the MIAA playoff picture for multiple divisions, and project who will play for the Mass. High School Championship at TD Garden on March 20th.

Hockey Agent Matt Keator Shares His Advice

Matt Keator is a player advisor and founder of the Boston-based WIN Hockey Agency. He has been involved in high-level hockey for more than four decades as a player, scout and agent/advisor. He sits down with RinkWise to talk about his experiences and involvement with top clients, including legendary defenseman Zdeno Chara. He also has advice for young players who aspire to play at the highest levels of the sport.

Growing Skills and Smarts With Lovell Hockey and Boston Advantage

Tim Lovell, owner of Lovell Hockey, and Kevin Poulin, Director of Boston Advantage and Lovell Hockey Academy, talk about Lovell Hockey and its growth from skills development to a comprehensive player development organization with teams at all levels, producing professional and college hockey talent for more than a decade.

MIAA 2022 Postseason Preview

Jeff Cox and Kirk Luedeke look at MIAA/Massachusetts High School hockey as the postseason is right around the corner. From the Prep Conference to the other divisions throughout the state, RinkWise breaks down the teams and players who are the contenders for the 2022 Massachusetts championship.