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We started this podcast as a way for us to connect with others over our love of life and the great game of hockey. We are reaching out to men and women of all ages and levels (youth, high school, college and beyond) that we know or have known that have had hockey involvement as a large part of their life; as a player, coach, official, administrator, fan, etc. We are hoping our guests can share some stories about the colorful characters and exploits they were involved in on their journey, or ...
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Jon's hockey journey has taken him from Reedsburg High School, to the Madison Capitals, to Virginia Beach, to Framingham, Massachusetts and many coaching stops in between, but he has landed in Tomah, WI as the head of the NA3HL's Wisconsin Woodsmen. Listen to this inspiring story and you'll be a fan of Jon! Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport Medicine …
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Listen in as Pat details growing up in Hibbing, Minnesota, his recruitment and career as a Golden Gopher and his arrival in the broadcast booth! Riverside Bike and Skate Eau Claire's hockey headquarters which is the oldest hockey store in the state of Wisconsin. Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Hertel Law The law firm you want on y…
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Green Bay native Mason Appleton joins us to talk some hockey! Mason grew up in football crazy Green Bay, WI, yet fell in love with hockey at an early age. Mason won a state championship at Notre Dame Academy, played well for the USHL's Tri-City Storm, moved on to Michigan State before landing with the NHL's Winnipeg Jets. Amazing person and story. …
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Dave and Jimmy Snuggerud are a part of a group that is growing - sons of NHL players being drafted into the National Hockey League. Jimmy has followed Dave into the wonderful game of hockey. They both play(ed) at the University of Minnesota and Jimmy is set to play with the St. Louis Blues after his college career. Hos did they both achieve these l…
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Grant hails from Grand Forks, North Dakota and became a hero with the Gophers, who didn't have many non-Minnesotans on the team. Grant has a great story of growing up as a multi-sport athlete, how he ended up with Gophers, as well as the evolution of his hockey coaching career. Kelly Heating and Electric Proudly making you comfortable since 1997! C…
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Tim Coghlin was an All-American at UW Stevens Point, got a shot at a pro career, then settled in as the head hockey coach at DIII St. Norbert in De Pere, WI What he has done at St. Norbert is nothing short of amazing! He is the winningest coach at the DIII level and has 5 National Championships to his credit. Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everyt…
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Middlebury Panthers legendary head hockey coach - Bill Beaney. Beaney talks about his hockey journey from Lake Placid, New York to Middlebury, Vermont and his 8 National Championships along the way! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Quin Flaig Serving customers in Dulut…
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Blake joins us from the John MacInnes Student Arena to talk about his tremendous season and the steps he took to get there. Kelly Heating and Electric Proudly making you comfortable since 1997! Computer Recovery Associates CRA specializes in removing, monetizing and recycling computer hardware from large data centers Dooley's Pub The place to go fo…
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Minnesota Special Hockey's Hendrickson Foundation Festival was played at the Blaine Super Rink June 2 - 4, 2023. Mogey and JC spoke with some participants as well as 2 members of the Minnesota Special Hockey Board of Directors. The theme of this festival is that hockey is for everyone! After seeing some games and listening to some players and organ…
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Alex Stalock joins us in Chicago and talks about becoming a hockey player, goalie and how much fun he had rising up the ranks with his South St. Paul buddies. Alex has overcome many challenges including myocarditis, a severed nerve, numerous concussions, etc. and still shows up at the rink everyday with a smile on his face. Market & Johnson Adding …
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You'll enjoy Meghan's stories about growing and playing the game she loves. From playing on boys teams to playing for the Badgers, to her current position with the Blackhawks, Meghan never thought of herself as a pioneer - she just loved and wanted to stay involved in the game. Will she become the first female General Manager in the NHL? Only time …
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You will be inspired by Cami Kronish's story of dedication and persistence. Cami came to UW and did not play much until her 5th year when, due to an injury to her fellow goalie, she was thrust into the starting role. By the end of the season, Cami had led the Badgers to a 7th National Championship and a Most Outstanding Player of the Tournament Awa…
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Geoff went from Michigan Tech University on to the professional ranks and played in 459 games. After retiring, he has joined the corporate world as an associate VP at hockey giant Canadian Tire. He was featured in The Hockey News as a person of power and influence. Geoff has a great story to share! Kelly Heating and Electric Proudly making you comf…
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You will appreciate why Steve was with the Flyers organization as a player and tv/radio broadcaster for 43 years. The ultimate "locker room" guy, he keeps things light with his sense of humor, but also has vast hockey knowledge. Coatsey retired from the booth this year and will be sorely missed. We had a ball on our visit with him! Market & Johnson…
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We are joined by Eau Claire, Wisconsin Hockey Moms - Cindy Dahl, Vicki Dowell, Molly Thorp and Mary McCabe as they tell us about their experiences navigating the hockey world with their sons! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Quin Flaig Serving customers in Duluth, Proc…
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Listen in as Greg takes us through his path to the ranks of American Hockey League on ice official. Whether he is officiating a youth, high school, juniors or professional game, you can count on Greg to bring passion and a positive attitude to his work. Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Elev…
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Chippewa Steel goaltender - Adam Gajan has gone from a relative unknown to the talk of the hockey world after his performance for the Slovakian National Team at the 2023 World Juniors Tournament. Adam opened the eyes of many college and professional scouts with his performance at the 2022 NAHL Showcase at the Super Rink in Blaine, MN. Adam will sui…
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You'll be rolling on the floor listening to these 5 hockey guys as they share the trials and tribulations of building and maintaining an outdoor hockey rink in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. All former hockey players from the US and Canada, including Erik Raygor, Mike Collins, John Sleep, Ryan Flaig and Troy Berg. Kelly Heating and Electric Proudly making …
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Gregg grew up in North Battleford, SK, a town that developed over a dozen NHL players. This scrappy player played 700 regular season and playoff games, scored 580 points and won a Stanley Cup. He tells some great "old time hockey" stories. This episode is very entertaining! Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insurance Valley S…
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Casey takes us through his introduction to hockey, through his playing career, how he became involved in coaching to how he arrived in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin as the Head Coach and General Manager of the NAHL's Chippewa Steel. He has a very inspiring story that you don't want to miss! Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insur…
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Dan Koch has spent 18 years as a coach with the Wisconsin Badgers' Women's hockey program. During Dan's time there , the Badgers have made 15 NCAA Tournament appearances and won 5 of their 6 National Championships. Check this episode out to see how the Badgers remain such a top program in the nation! Kelly Heating and Electric Proudly making you co…
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We talk with Minnesota Hockey Icon - Lou Nanne - about growing up in Canada, what led him to Minnesota, and why he still stays involved in the game today. Awesome interview! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Quin Flaig Serving customers in Duluth, Proctor, Hermantown, C…
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Ben Hankinson has a great hockey story to share. From growing up with hockey playing brothers, playing in hockey rich culture programs as Edina and the U of M to his days as a professional, Ben tells funny stories about his abilities and what he needed to do to keep playing. He is now a player agent, looking out for the best interests of the guys o…
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Joe Bertagna, Northeastern United States Hockey Icon - talks with us about playing goalie at Harvard, playing for some iconic coaches, and what he's been up to as he stays connected to the great game of hockey. Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insurance Valley Sports Academy Multi-sport training facility dedicated to helping…
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UWEC Hockey's World University Games participants Connor Szmul, Quinn Green and Coach Matt Loen join us to talk about their experiences participating on the world stage and their winning the silver medal in the process! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Rolf Flaig Servi…
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Brian Lawton was the first pick in the 1983 NHL Entry Draft. The New Jersey native and Mount St. Charles alumni was drafted by the North Stars and made the team as an 18 year old and had a 10 year professional career. Kelly Heating and Electric Proudly making you comfortable since 1997! Computer Recovery Associates CRA specializes in removing, mone…
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Buck Steele began working in professional hockey at the urging of his wife. His stories are hilarious and show you how far the game has come as well as how it has stayed the same. You may want to "put on the foil" for this one. You'll enjoy getting to know Buck Steele! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augu…
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US Hockey Hall of Famer - Reed Larson was a tough, offensive defenseman who grew up in Minneapolis, MN. He played his high school hockey at Roosevelt and got to play with his hometown Gophers. He played his 1st NHL game at The Met Center against the North Stars. This one of the funniest interviews we have done - what a character! Market & Johnson A…
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Jeff takes us through his love for the sport, starting as a youth on the outdoor rinks to today, as the author of the book: Minnesota Hockey Greats: Home Grown Talent in the NHL Kelly Heating and Electric Proudly making you comfortable since 1997! Computer Recovery Associates CRA specializes in removing, monetizing and recycling computer hardware f…
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Jonathan Garcia took a long road from young roller skater to 2-time Olympic speed skater, and from Houston, Texas, around the world, landing here in Hallie, Wisconsin as the skating coach at Valley Sports Academy. Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Quin Flaig Serving cus…
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Jon Cherney - Executive Director of the Herb Brooks Foundation talks with us about the life and legacy of Coach Herb Brooks and what his foundation is doing to promote the game today and into the future! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Quin Flaig Serving customers in …
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Mike Sertich talks about his upbringing on the range, how he came to attend, play and coach hockey at UMD, some challenges he has faced through the years and how he wants to be remembered. Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Quin Flaig Serving customers in Duluth, Proctor…
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Tom Chorske rode his God-given gift of tremendous speed to the ultimate heights of the hockey profession. Though he suffered some setbacks along the way, Tom always found a way to succeed and achieve at a high level. Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insurance Valley Sports Academy Multi-sport training facility dedicated to h…
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We welcome players to the podcast from some of the 24 teams participating in the 2022 Chris Kurth Memorial Pee Wee Tournament sponsored by the Eau Claire Youth Hockey Association. We interviewed the following players: * Piper - Rice Lake, WI Theran and Evan - Madison Patriots, WI Billy - Eau Claire Mustangs, WI Owen - Madison Patriots, WI Lincoln, …
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Chris Campoli went from a 7th round pick - who was passed over in 2 drafts - to become a first pair defenseman who could skate, move the puck and dish out some punishment when needed. His work to grow the game and support players are an inspiration to us all! Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insurance Valley Sports Academy M…
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Alex Hicks took an interesting path to the NHL - attending Division III UW-Eau Claire, through the minor leagues, then, the NHL. He currently works as an assistant coach at Arizona State University. Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insurance Valley Sports Academy Multi-sport training facility dedicated to helping all athlete…
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Madison, Wisconsin native Gary Suter went from youth hockey to the greatest heights of the game: playing (and winning) in Stanley Cup championships, Olympics and World Cups of Hockey. He was a gritty, tough, offensive defenseman. You'll love listening to his stories ! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augus…
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Zach Urdahl takes us on his hockey journey through Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Lincoln, Nebraska and Madison, Wisconsin. He discusses what it took to get to the Badgers and some of the team rivalries he has experienced throughout the years! Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insurance Valley Sports Academy Multi-sport training faci…
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Jason Zucker takes a break from his summer training to take us on his hockey journey. From the roller hockey rinks in Las Vegas to the NHL. He has quite a story to tell! Market & Johnson Adding Value to Everything We Do Parker Insurance Valley Sports Academy Multi-sport training facility dedicated to helping all athletes reach the next level. North…
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We talk with 10 members of the 2013 UWEC National Championship winning Natty Boys! The guys talk about how they came together as a team and achieved the ultimate goal! Ryan Flaig - State Farm Serving Eau Claire, Altoona, Fall Creek, Fairchild, Augusta, Osseo, Eleva, Strum, Mondovi Quin Flaig Serving customers in Duluth, Proctor, Hermantown, Cloquet…
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Tony joins us from the Kohl Center to discuss his lifelong involvement in the game of hockey - from his outstanding professional career to his travels through coaching in the NHL and college. Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport Medicine Dedicated and committed to the health care needs of patients in Western Wisconsin since 1954. Market & Johnson Adding…
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Andy Johnson chronicles his journey from Eau Claire high school hockey player, to a journalist who liked to watch and critique hockey players/games, to USHL General Manager of the Year, to NHL scout with the Los Angeles Kings! Andy's is an incredible story that you won't want to miss! Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport Medicine Dedicated and committed…
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Michigan Tech University Head Hockey Coach, Joe Shawhan, takes us through his childhood in Sault Saint Marie, Michigan, through his playing days, to his time at Michigan Tech. Don't miss this one! Joe has a great sense of humor! Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport Medicine Dedicated and committed to the health care needs of patients in Western Wisconsi…
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Ryan Blick - Coach in Chief for the Wisconsin Amateur Hockey Association (WAHA) takes us through where he would like to see WAHA go into the future! Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport Medicine Dedicated and committed to the health care needs of patients in Western Wisconsin since 1954. Hertel Law The law firm you want on your side. Focusing on crimina…
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Jack Skille takes us through his youth career, shares which coaches he was able to learn the most from, hanging out with the other 1st rounders at the draft, his professional career, and his role as Director of Hockey at Valley Sports Academy! Computer Recovery Associates CRA specializes in removing, monetizing and recycling computer hardware from …
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Minnesota Wild Curator - Roger Godin joins the podcast! Roger hails from New York, but found his way to the Wild via his time as the first director of the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in Eveleth, Minnesota! Rolly's Coach Club Hertel Law The law firm you want on your side. Focusing on criminal defense and personal injury. Disclaimer: This post …
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You'll have a hard time finding a nicer, smarter, more talented, more competitive group of sisters as Anna, Grace and Emily Zumwinkle. Born and raised in a competitive, nurturing family, all 3 women have blossomed into amazing scholar athletes. Anna lead the way, playing hockey and golf at Middlebury, while Grace and Emily play for the Minnesota La…
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Bemidji's Andy Brink joins us to talk hockey and athletic and character development at Breakaway Academy. Andy was a standout golfer in addition to being an awesome hockey player. He won the state golf tournament as a senior, played for the Gophers and had a 3 year professional career. Remedy Bloody Mary Mix Remedy Bloody Mary Mix, out of Wisconsin…
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Ron Docken, of Slap Shot fame, joins us to talk about; his youth hockey in Minneapolis, Minnesota Golden Gopher experience, Johnstown Jets exploits and filming "Slap Shot" with the legend Paul Newman. Computer Recovery Associates CRA specializes in removing, monetizing and recycling computer hardware from large data centers Dooley's Pub The place t…
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Join us as Dr. Stephen Hardy takes us through his hockey journey from Waltham, Massachusetts, to Bowdoin College, to UNH. He is a hockey scholar and historian who has written numerous books including co-authoring (with Andrew C. Holman) Hockey: A Global History Riverside Bike and Skate Eau Claire's hockey headquarters which is the oldest hockey sto…
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