Rinkside Rundown – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by Peyton Tully, a talented multi-sport athlete from Toledo, Ohio, who is now playing collegiate hockey at Post University.

Peyton shares her journey from a late start in hockey to becoming a standout player in both hockey and lacrosse. She discusses the importance of multi-sport participation, her high school achievements, and the challenges she faced with injuries, including multiple ACL surgeries.

Peyton reflects on her transition to college hockey, her first collegiate goal, and how she balances academics with athletics while maintaining a positive mindset.

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Chelsea and Caileigh Tiller have grown up playing hockey side by side, sharing a journey from St Catharines, Ontario, to becoming key players with the Burlington Barracudas of the U22 Elite League.

In Episode 104 of Rinkside Rundown, we talk about their early influences, and Chelsea shares the lessons she's learned as captain, while Caileigh talks about what it means to represent Canada internationally.

They also share how they're preparing for the next chapter of their hockey careers at the University of Connecticut next season.

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On Episode 16 of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by former Toronto Six defender and current Manager of Hockey & Player Communications for the Philadelphia Flyers, Lindsay Eastwood!We discuss her transition from playing to the front office, her impact on the game beyond the ice, and what it's like working in the NHL.Don't miss this great conversation with a game-changer in hockey!

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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On Episode 70 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Reichen Kirchmair, standout forward for the Providence College Friars and one of the fastest-rising stars in NCAA women’s hockey.

Kirchmair shares her journey from the Etobicoke Jr. Dolphins to representing Team Canada at the U18 Women’s World Championship, where she won gold. We dive into her dominant 2024-25 season with Providence, including being named Hockey East Player of the Year, earning unanimous First Team All-Star honors, and being recognized as Female Athlete of the Year for Team Sports at the college.

If you're a fan of NCAA hockey, Hockey East, or the growth of women’s hockey in Canada and the U.S., this episode offers an inside look at what it takes to compete at the highest levels.

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On Episode 44 of Rinkside Rundown, I sit down with Boston Fleet forward Taylor Girard! We dive into her journey from her early days on the ice to an incredible collegiate career, her time in the PHF, and now, breaking ground in the PWHL with Boston's newest team!Taylor shares her thoughts on the evolving landscape of women’s hockey, what it’s like to play for the Boston Fleet, and how each step of her career has shaped her game.

Don’t miss this inspiring chat with one of the sport’s rising stars! Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts, and get to know the powerhouse behind the Boston Fleet!

On Episode 13 of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by PWHL play-by-play announcer Daniella Ponticelli!We dive into her journey in sports broadcasting, the excitement of calling games in the PWHL’s inaugural season, and what this historic moment means for women’s hockey.Tune in for an inside look at the voice behind some of the league’s biggest moments!