On Episode 72 of Rinkside Rundown, I sit down with Anna Bargman, captain of the Yale Bulldogs and one of the most exciting names heading into the upcoming PWHL Draft.

In this episode, Bargman shares her journey from winning state and national titles to leading Yale through a pivotal era for the program. We talk about what it means to wear the “C,” how she’s grown as both a player and a leader, and why now feels like the right time to take the next step into professional women’s hockey.

Whether you're following the NCAA season, curious about PWHL draft prospects, or just love hearing from the game’s future stars, this conversation offers a real look at what it takes to lead, win, and keep growing in today’s women’s game.

Bargman opens up about her competitive drive, the importance of team culture, and her mindset heading into the next phase of her career.

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On this episode of Rinkside Rundown, I sit down with Shay Maloney, a dynamic forward making her mark with the Boston Fleet in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL).

Maloney reflects on her journey from a standout NCAA hockey career to the pro ranks—where she now competes alongside some of the sport’s biggest names. We dive into her experience joining the Fleet in the PWHL’s second season, what the adjustment to pro hockey has been like, and the mindset that fuels her both on and off the ice.

Whether you're a longtime NCAA fan, new to the PWHL, or just love a great hockey story, this episode gives you a front-row seat to one of the league's rising stars. Maloney talks development, leadership, and what excites her most about the future of women’s hockey.

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On Episode 70 of Rinkside Rundown, I sit down with Reichen Kirchmair, a star forward for the Providence College Friars.

In this episode, 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 standout 2024-25 season—where she was named Hockey East Player of the Year, earned a unanimous First Team All-Star selection, and was honoured as Female Athlete of the Year for Team Sports at Providence College.

Whether you're a fan of NCAA hockey, Hockey East, or women’s hockey in general, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at one of the sport’s fastest-rising stars. Kirchmair discusses her path to success, what drives her on and off the ice, and how the women’s game continues to evolve.

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