New England Hockey Journal’s RinkWise

Prep and MIAA Midseason Reports

Evan and Pat discuss the current state of New England prep and MIAA hockey halfway through the season. They address the impact of the cold weather on pond hockey plans, analyze the rankings and performances of boys and girls prep teams, and highlight standout players. Key topics include the dominance and surprises in both the boys' and girls' leagues, individual player performances, and predictions for the tournaments ahead. The episode wraps up with an entertaining 'newlywed game' style quiz where the hosts guess each other's hockey preferences and memories.
 
Topics
 
00:00 Introduction and Cold Weather Woes
01:55 Midseason Reflections and Tournament Speculations
03:48 Boys Prep Rankings and Key Teams
05:40 Standout Players and Team Performances
11:36 Surprises and Emerging Teams
14:38 Questions for the Stretch Run
17:38 Girls Prep Midseason Report
28:50 MIA Boys and Girls Analysis
33:24 Tournament Predictions and Surprises
33:54 St. John's Prep and Catholic Conference Highlights
35:47 Winchester's Potential and Other Contenders
38:05 Girls' Hockey Standouts and Surprises
46:22 Duxbury's Dominance and D1 Highlights
48:58 Overtime: Hockey Trivia Challenge
58:01 Conclusion and Upcoming Content

Thayer Rolling: Prep & MIAA Update

Evan and Pat discuss the tumultuous mid-season landscape of prep and MIAA hockey. They delve into boys' and girls' teams rankings, top performances, and impactful games, as well as the challenges and successes teams have faced post-holiday break. The hosts also reflect on the importance of power plays, the relevance of the President's Trophy, and the tradition of handshake lines in a dedicated 'Overtime' segment, all while highlighting the unpredictability and excitement characterizing the current hockey season.
Topics
01:32 Pond Hockey Adventures
03:56 Boys Prep Hockey Highlights
05:03 Dexter vs. Brunswick Showdown
09:15 Thayer's Impressive Season
12:24 Elite Eight Playoff Seedings
15:24 NHL Draft Prospects
18:43 Girls Prep Hockey Dominance
26:15 Top Five Teams Analysis
26:53 Girls' Side Undefeated Teams
27:57 Upcoming Key Matches
29:49 Elite Eight Rankings Discussion
32:19 MIAA Boys' Power Rankings
39:32 MIAA Girls' Power Rankings
44:31 Overtime: Overrated or Underrated
52:49 Wrap-Up and Upcoming Content

Prep/MIAA Holiday Tournaments: Surprises, Winners & Takeaways

Evan and Pat recap post-holiday hockey action. They discuss their personal holiday experiences, notable performances from recent girls' and boys' prep tournaments, and significant matchups in the MIAA. Key highlights include Williston's dominance in the Harrington tournament, Tilton's strong start, Andover's historic win, and emerging teams like Arlington and St. John's Prep in the MIAA. The episode also covers standout players and team dynamics, offering insights into upcoming league play.
 
Topics
 
01:42 Prep Tournaments Overview
02:25 Girls Prep Hockey Highlights
02:42 Williston's Dominance at Harrington
06:27 Thayer and Other Teams to Watch
10:24 Girls Prep Rankings Update
12:16 Boys Prep Hockey Highlights
12:46 Andover's Historic Win at Floodmar
14:43 Top Players in Prep Hockey
18:01 Tilton's Impressive Season
18:42 Team Highlights and Tournament Wins
19:41 Brunswick's Dominance and Key Players
22:25 Salisbury's Slow Start and Future Prospects
24:51 Boys MIA: Surprises and Standouts
31:52 Girls MIA: Tenny Cup Recap
37:24 Conclusion and Upcoming League Play

Prep Holiday Tournaments

Evan and Pat delve into the latest updates in prep hockey, highlighting the November-December edition of the New England Hockey Journal. They discuss the recent rankings, standout teams, and key players to watch in upcoming holiday tournaments like the Groton Lawrence Holiday Tournament and Avon Old Farms Holiday Classic. The episode also covers significant games involving schools like Dexter Southfield, Phillips Andover, and others. In the second half, they creatively brainstorm plots and casts for fictional hockey movies, injecting festive humor and storytelling into the discussion.
 
Topics
 
00:00 Introduction and Magazine Shoutout
01:18 Weekend Recap and Dexter's Surprise Victory
02:45 Prep Holiday Tournaments Overview
04:10 Groton Lawrence Holiday Tournament Preview
07:37 Avon Old Farms Holiday Classic Preview
10:29 Floodmar Tournament Highlights
12:58 Kevin Mutch Tournament Insights
15:14 Brooks Pingree and Other Tournaments
16:56 Girls Holiday Tournaments Preview
29:05 Celebrating John Missouri's 400th Win
30:15 Overtime: Creating Hockey Movies
30:39 Movie 1: Top Shelf - A Hockey Christmas Story
39:12 Movie 2: Empty Net - A Heartwarming Hockey Tale
48:29 Wrapping Up and Future Ideas

MIAA Boys & Girls '24-'25 Preview

Evan and Pat deliver an in-depth preview of the MIAA hockey season. They discuss key teams and players to watch on both the girls' and boys' sides. They analyze the chances of top teams like St. John's Prep, Pope Francis, Arlington, Hingham, Xaverian, and others. The hosts provide insights into the challenges these teams will face, including the impact of losing key players to prep schools and collegiate commitments. The episode offers a comprehensive overview of what to expect this hockey season, touching upon rankings, standout performers, and emerging young talents.
 
Topics
 
00:18 College Hockey Highlights
01:35 Prep Hockey Weekend
02:37 MIAA Girls Hockey Preview
03:54 Top Teams and Rankings
05:49 In-Depth Team Analysis
11:54 Emerging Teams and Players to Watch
19:06 Girls' Season Recap and Transition
19:23 Boys' Top 10 Teams Overview
19:43 St. John's Prep Analysis
22:30 Pope Francis: The Contender
24:30 Arlington, Hingham, and Xaverian Insights
28:00 Catholic Memorial, Reading, and Marshfield
31:16 Winchester and St. John's Shrewsbury
35:10 Players to Watch and Final Thoughts

Boys & Girls Prep Hockey: Week 1

Evan and Pat discuss the opening of the prep hockey season, their takeaways from early games, and notable performances from various teams. They dive into the importance of the initial weeks, rankings, standout players, and exciting matchups. The episode also features a segment called Overtime, where they ponder improvements in the fan experience for both in-person and TV viewers and suggest changes to the NHL schedule to enhance rivalry games. The discussion is filled with insights and practical suggestions that highlight the excitement and unpredictability of the early hockey season.
Topics
00:30 Excitement for the New Hockey Season
00:48 High School Hockey Memories
01:08 The Importance of Prep Games
01:29 Videographers and Game Coverage
02:00 Early Season Travels and Observations
04:37 Top 10 Boys Hockey Rankings
06:46 Detailed Analysis of Top Teams
08:51 Challenges in Ranking Teams
17:06 Notable Games and Performances
19:37 Transition to Girls Hockey
21:38 Quality Wins and Losses
22:41 Harrington Tournament Preview
23:12 Team Rankings and Movements
23:59 Cushing's Prove-It Game
24:45 Loomis and Dexter's Standings
26:31 New Hampton's Rise
27:19 Upcoming Matchups and Predictions
29:13 Overtime: Improving Hockey

Girls Prep Hockey Preview

In this episode of the Rinkwise podcast, hosts Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly delve into the upcoming girls' prep hockey season. They discuss the excitement of the new season, favorite teams, particularly highlighting New Hampton and other major contenders. They analyze the depth and potential of returning players and new additions, and give predictions for the Elite Eight Championship. The episode also touches on the role of analytics in hockey and controversial quotes from hockey figures in the Overtime segment.
Topics
00:00 Introduction and Season Excitement
01:15 Girls Prep Preview Overview
02:10 Elite Eight Favorites: Nobles and Andover
03:49 Key Players and Teams to Watch
08:46 Rising Teams and Potential Surprises
12:54 New Hampton and Other Contenders
16:40 Sleeper Teams and Final Thoughts
22:30 Loomis Chaffee's Unbeaten Streak
23:18 High School Hockey's Unique Moments
24:23 New Faces in Prep Hockey
24:52 Highlighting Top Teams and Players
26:42 College Commitments and Prospects
29:45 Predictions for the Elite Eight Championship
33:12 Overtime: Controversial Hockey Quotes
45:27 Wrapping Up and What's Next

Boys Prep Preview

Evan and Patrick preview the upcoming prep hockey season. They discuss Patrick's recent golf-related injury and the excitement around the prep hockey season kicking off. The focus shifts to analyzing top teams and players, including Elite Eight favorites such as Belmont Hill, and Dexter, along with potential sleepers like Kent and Holderness. The conversation covers notable players and NHL draft prospects. Additionally, the podcast outlines the impact of standout prospects like those from Rivers School.
 
Topics
 
04:25 Podcast Programming Notes
05:50 Boys Prep Hockey Preview
06:08 Elite Eight Favorites
14:40 Sleeper Teams to Watch
20:57 Teams Just Outside the Top Ten
25:49 Teams on the Cusp of Elite Eight
26:30 Highlighting Top Draft Prospects
27:22 Everett Baldwin: A Standout Skater
29:45 Other Notable Draft Prospects
33:24 NTDP Prospects to Watch
40:17 Final Predictions and Wrap-Up
42:21 Overtime: Controversial Hockey Quotes

New Hampton Coach Connor Gorman

In this episode of the New England Hockey Journal's Rinkwise podcast, host Evan Marinofsky is joined by Patrick Donnelly and special guest Connor Gorman, the head hockey coach of the New Hampton boys team. The conversation touches upon a variety of topics, including the success of the New England Fall Prep League, Gorman's coaching philosophy and strategies, the challenges of balancing development with competitive play, and the future of prep hockey. The discussion highlights Gorman's authentic coaching style, the evolution of prep hockey, and how he prepares his players for collegiate and junior hockey. The episode also includes a segment where the hosts react to ChatGPT's list of the top three iconic moments in hockey history.
 
Topics
 
00:31 Introducing Connor Gorman
00:55 Fall Prep League Insights
02:28 Recruitment and Team Dynamics
05:29 Challenges and Strategies
16:21 Coaching Philosophy and Experience
27:13 Division Three Hockey and Player Development
30:34 Channeling Emotions in Hockey
30:50 Transition Challenges for Young Players
32:10 Importance of Transferable Skills
33:12 Evolution of Prep Hockey
33:56 Balancing Academics and Athletics
37:10 Future of Prep Hockey and Junior Leagues
40:07 Impact of CHL Ruling on Prep Hockey
43:54 Iconic Moments in Hockey History
54:34 Overtime: Fun Facts and Reflections

St. George’s Coach Allie Skelley

In this episode of the New England Hockey Journal's Rinkwise podcast, host Evan Marinofsky engages with guest Allie Skelley, the boys' hockey coach at St. George's School. They explore the dynamic nature of fall prep hockey, discussing coaching responsibilities, the balance between athletic and boarding school experiences, and future improvements. The episode covers the rigorous training routines, team dynamics, and recruitment challenges within the program. Key discussions include player development paths, highlighted by standout athletes who choose unique timelines for their careers, and the pressures faced by families in making these decisions. It also delves into the profound personal experiences of the speakers, particularly Skelley's life-altering hockey injury and its impact on his coaching philosophy, influenced by the Travis Roy Foundation. Throughout, the conversation touches on generational changes in youth hockey, personal anecdotes, memorable hockey memorabilia, and the importance of gratitude and supportive coaching.
Topics
00:00 Introduction and Fall Hockey Season
00:31 Guest Introduction: Allie Skelley
01:10 Balancing Coaching and Family
03:34 Challenges and Changes in Fall Hockey
09:51 Year One at St. George's
16:46 NHL Draft Prospects and Prep Hockey
27:19 A Career-Ending Injury
28:56 Reflecting on Life Post-Injury
31:23 Coaching Philosophy and Gratitude
33:45 Challenges of Modern Coaching
39:37 Parental Influence in Youth Sports
42:35 Overtime: Fun and Memorable Moments