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Rink Side Rundown: Katie Chan

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Forward Katie Chan joinsRinkside Rundownto share her hockey journey from Richmond, B.C. to the NCAA. She reflects on two seasons at Colgate and two more at Cornell, discussing development, being a multi-sport athlete, competition, and lessons learned at the top collegiate level.Since this conversation, Chan has signed with Frjestad BK in the SDHL and earned an invite to PWHL Vancouvers training camp, adding another step to her growing career.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about how you can fuel your game atwww.melissaboufounos.com.Check out the full episode now and subscribe for more conversations with the game changers from across womens hockey.

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Rink Side Rundown: Maya Labad

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Maya Labad joins Rinkside Rundown to share her journey from Mascouche, QC, to Team Canada, to Quinnipiac University, and now preparing for professional womens hockey.We discuss her NCAA experience, international play, and how shes getting ready for the next step in her pro hockey career.Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, and subscribe to Rinkside Rundown for more in-depth interviews with the players shaping womens hockey.https://linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcastThanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance atmelissaboufounos.comNote: this episode was recorded before the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Maya was selected in the fifth round by her hometown Montreal Victoire.

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Rink Side Rundown: Abby Hustler: From Island Rinks To A Trailblazing Path In Women’s Hockey

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This week onRinkside Rundown, Im 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 shes 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.Subscribe for more stories from inside womens hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode:melissaboufounos.comCheck out more episodes:linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast

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Rink Side Rundown: Natalie Snodgrass: Journey, Growth, and Shaping the Next Era of Women’s Hockey in Seattle

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Natalie Snodgrass, forward for PWHL Seattle, joinsRinkside Rundownto share her hockey journey. From her roots in Minnesota to UConn, through Team USA and two seasons with the Ottawa Charge, Natalie reflects on the importance of family support, leadership lessons, and transitioning to professional hockey. She also shares her excitement about helping shape the future of womens hockey in Seattle.Subscribe for weekly stories from inside womens hockey.Thanks to MB Performance Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Fuel your game with expert guidance atmelissaboufounos.comCheck out more episodes:linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast

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Rink Side Rundown: Nina Jobst-Smith: Leadership, Heritage, and the Future of Women’s Hockey

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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 womens 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. 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.comCheck out more episodes of Rinkside Rundown: linktr.ee/rinksiderundownpodcast

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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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