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Rink Side Rundown: Olivia Muhn: A Defender’s Journey of Excellence, Leadership, and Impact

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Olivia Muhn shares her journey from Burlington, Ontario, to Yale University, where she became a standout defender both on the ice and in her community. In this episode, we explore her growth as a player, the leadership and mentorship roles shes embraced, and whats next as she prepares for the next chapter in her hockey journey, including a recent camp invite from the Boston Fleet.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside womens hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comNote: This conversation was recorded prior to the 2025 PWHL Draft.Find more episodes at linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast

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Rink Side Rundown: Natálie Mlýnková: Rising From Zlíns Ice To Leading The Next Wave in The PWHL

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Natlie Mlnkov shares her journey from Zln, Czechia, to NCAA stardom and now the PWHLs Montreal Victoire. In this episode, we explore her growth as a player, the pride she carries representing her country, and whats next in her pro hockey career.Please note: This conversation was recorded prior to the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Mlnkov was selected 12th overall by the Montreal Victoire.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside womens hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comFind more episodes at linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast

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Rink Side Rundown: Grindstone Award Foundation: Breaking Barriers for Girls’ Hockey

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The Grindstone Award Foundation is helping young girls break through financial barriers and chase their hockey dreams. In this episode, we dive into the incredible impact of Grindstone and the power of community support in womens hockey.Learn how this Canadian nonprofit provides grants, gear, and opportunity to girls who love the game but face financial challenges.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside womens hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance at melissaboufounos.comFind more episodes at linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast

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Rink Side Rundown: Alexis Paddington: From Backyard Rinks to Minnesota State Hockey Standout

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On Episode 78 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Alexis Paddington, a forward from Minnesota State University whose hockey journey reflects resilience, leadership, and a deep love for the game.Alexis shares what it was like growing up in Thunder Bay, learning the game on a backyard rink, and choosing hockey over dance at a young age. She opens up about playing boys hockey, transitioning into the women's game, and the friendships and community that helped shape her path.We also discuss the challenges she faced with injury setbacks, how she stayed mentally strong, and the growth that followed. From on-ice development to off-ice reflection, it's a conversation rooted in perspective, passion, and pride.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, offering free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more at melissaboufounos.comBe sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown, the podcast that brings you inside the world of women's hockey, one story at a time.

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Rink Side Rundown: Rory Guilday: From Minnesota Ice to the Ottawa Charge

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On Episode 77 of Rinkside Rundown, Im joined by Rory Guilday, a shutdown defender from Cornell University and the newest Ottawa Charge member, selected fifth overall in the PWHL Draft.Guilday walks us through her hockey journeyfrom growing up in Minnesota to anchoring the blue line in the ECAC. We discuss her development into a reliable, defensively responsible presence, the pride she takes in her steady game, and the trust shes earned from coaches and teammates.She also reflects on representing Team USA, preparing for the next step in her career, and the lessons shes learned through adversity, leadership, and consistency on and off the ice.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, offering free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more atmelissaboufounos.com.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundownthe podcast that brings you inside the world of womens hockey, one story at a time.

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Rink Side Rundown: Kristýna Kaltounková: A Star Forward Poised to Make Her Mark in the PWHL

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On Episode 76 of Rinkside Rundown, Im joined by Kristna Kaltounkov, a powerful and skilled forward from Czechia who is projected to be a top pick in the upcoming PWHL Draft.Kaltounkov 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 shes taking with her as she prepares for the jump to professional hockey.She also shares her perspective on representing Czechia internationally, handling pressure as a top prospect, and what excites her most about the next chapter in her career.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, which offers free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more atmelissaboufounos.com.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown, the podcast that brings you inside the world of womens hockey, one story at a time.

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Rink Side Rundown: Vita Poniatovskaia: From Russia to Yale and the Road to Pro Hockey

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On Episode 75 of Rinkside Rundown, Im joined by Vita Poniatovskaia, a standout defender for Yale and one of the most dynamic blue-liners in NCAA hockey.Vita shares her hockey journey, from playing boys hockey in Russia to captaining a team in Toronto and earning her spot at Yale. She talks about adjusting to the North American game, growing as a leader, and what it takes to be a top defender in the ECAC.We discuss her international experience with Russia, how she balances hockey and Ivy League academics, and what motivates her as she looks ahead to the next level.This episode is sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, which offers free resources and coaching to help hockey players perform at their best. Learn more atmelissaboufounos.com.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundown, the podcast that brings you inside the world of womens hockey, one story at a time.

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PWHL Puck Drop: Puck Drop Podcast - INSTANT REACTION Expansion Edition with Becky Kellar!

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Puck Drop Podcast Special Expansion Edition! With Becky KellarThe two newest teams in the PWHL, Seattle and Vancouver, helped themselves to 12 total players to launch their new franchises. Who was chosen? Who's left for the original six? Is this going to be competitively balanced? We ask all of the important questions with special guest Becky Kellar!*** SUPPORT US with a donation at PayPal: gamedayhockey1@gmail.com ***hockey news hockey talk PWHL discussion PWHL analysis PWHL news PWHL podcast PWHL talk PWHL playersTrack: Just Lucky Land of Fire [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZ2tD1nG-aIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/just-lucky

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Rink Side Rundown: Riley Brengman: Championship Mindset and the Road to the PWHL

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On Episode 74 of Rinkside Rundown, Im joined by Riley Brengman, a steady and standout defender from Ohio Stateand 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 shes balanced high-level hockey with academic excellence, and the lessons shes carrying forward from representing Team USA.We also get into her draft mindset, how shes preparing for life at the pro level, and her perspective on where the womens game is headed.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundownthe podcast that brings you inside the world of womens hockey, one story at a time.

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Rink Side Rundown: Emma Gentry: From St Cloud State to the PWHL Draft

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On Episode 73 of Rinkside Rundown, Im joined by Emma Gentry, a standout forward from St. Cloud State and a top prospect heading into the 2025 PWHL Draft.In this episode, Emma walks us through her hockey journey, from growing up in Michigan and dominating at the youth level to developing into a high-impact player in the NCAA and representing Team USA internationally. She reflects on the physical style of play that defines her game, the growth she's experienced over five college seasons, and her readiness to make the jump to the professional level.We also talk about what it means to be draft eligible in a changing womens hockey landscape, how shes preparing for the next step, and the mindset that has helped her become one of the top players in college hockey.Be sure to subscribe, like, and share Rinkside Rundownthe podcast that brings you inside the world of womens hockey, one story at a time.

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