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

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

In this episode of the Rinkwise Podcast, hosts Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly delve into college hockey commitment trends and transfer statistics. They discuss the recruitment process, transfer rates, and the impact of rules on player movement. Notably, 83.64% of players ended up at their committed school, but around 30% eventually transferred or left college hockey. The episode also covers recent girls' hockey commitments, with highlights from Yale, BC, BU, and more. A special segment features the creation of the 'Rinkwise Rebels' podcast theme song using AI.

Topics

• 01:36 Podcast Structure and Listener Feedback

• 02:39 Magazine Highlights and Photography

• 03:45 Recruitment Insights and Statistics

• 07:22 Transfer Trends in College Hockey

• 20:32 Goalie Commitments and Transfers

• 25:53 Division 3 Hockey Insights

• 27:33 College Hockey Stats and Challenges

• 28:14 Social Media and College Visits

• 29:24 Future of Hockey Recruiting

• 30:11 Girls' Hockey Commitments

• 36:13 Comparing Boys' and Girls' Recruiting

• 38:02 Overtime: Fun and Games