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Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly discuss key USHL Phase 1 and Phase 2 draft takeaways for New England players. They argue the recent CHL eligibility ruling is driving USHL teams to tender more players to avoid losing them to the Q/O/WHL, noting 11 of 15 first-round Phase 1 picks were tenders. The "Overtime" segment features lighthearted “kindergarten hockey” questions. Topics 00:39 Podcast Intro and USHL Talk 01:23 USHL Tenders Breakdown 05:40 Why Tenders Are Back 08:01 Phase 1 Overview 11:13 Colin Walsh Spotlight 14:17 Phase 1 Falls and Snubs 17:40 Phase 2 Early Picks 19:10 Glantz Draft Options 20:50 Prep vs. USHL Decisions 21:36 Late-Round Sleepers 25:04 Avon Prep Standouts 25:40 Najda Translation Talk 27:49 Kindergarten Hockey Overtime 35:28 Wrap-Up and Sign-Off

Evan and Pat discuss New England Hockey Journal’s “Best in New England” girls rankings: top 50 lists for 2007–2009 birth years and a 30-player 2010 watch list, noting how difficult and changeable the exercise is. Pat describes 2007s as top-heavy with many already in college and highlights key players and debates defenders and goalies. The 2009 group is called exceptionally deep and high-end. Overtime returns with NHL trivia. Topics 00:43 Podcast Kickoff and Busy Week 01:12 Best in New England Rankings 02:02 Why Ranking Is So Hard 03:42 Girls Rankings Themes 05:39 07s Top 10 Breakdown 08:52 07s Picks 11 to 20 11:24 07s Surprises 21 to 50 15:00 08s Who’s Number One 17:33 08s Middle Tier Debates 21:00 08s Goalies and Uncommitted Targets 25:53 08s Underrated Names 26:57 09s Deepest Class Teaser 28:24 Top Pick Debate 30:29 Rounding Out Top 10 32:40 Defenders and First Goalie 34:12 Level Program Dominance 35:21 Underrated Names to Watch 37:25 Oh Nine Storylines 39:27 Spotlight on Tens 42:57 Tens Watch List Dilemma 45:30 Overtime Trivia Throwdown 53:26 Wrap Up and Sign Off

Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly open with reactions to the shooting at Dennis Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, R.I., offering condolences and noting reported heroes. They then preview late-season prep hockey: boys teams slipping (Avon Old Farms, Belmont Hill) and rising (Cushing, Kimball Union), and girls hockey shakeups with Phillips Andover taking No. 1, Nobles surging, plus Williston Northampton, Groton, St. Paul’s and Cushing bubble scenarios. MIAA notes include Canton’s Ed Burns win, Reading’s defensive run, Catholic Memorial over Pope, Algonquin’s perfect season, Hingham, KP, St. Mary’s, and a Framingham highlight. Overtime discusses Olympic hockey. Topics 01:34 Tragedy at Dennis Lynch Arena: Community Shaken, Heroes Step Up 04:32 Pat’s Ski Crash: The Collarbone Break Storytime 07:59 Back to Hockey: Playoff Stretch Run and Bracket Watch 08:34 Boys Prep: Avon Old Farms Slipping, Elite 8 Pressure Mounts 10:29 Boys Prep: Belmont Hill’s Rough Patch and ISL Gauntlet 12:45 Boys Prep: Cushing’s Late-Season Surge: Can It Make the Elite 8? 16:44 Boys Prep: Kimball Union Rebounds and Lakes Region Tournament Impact 20:35 Olympics-Themed Feature: "Four Nations’"All-Star Concept for Prep Hockey 23:52 Girls Prep: New No. 1; Phillips Andover Tops Williston, Elite 8 Chaos Ahead 25:28 Girls Prep: Nobles Rolling and Francie Ames’ Ridiculous Scoring Streak 27:07 Girls Prep Bubble Talk: New Hampton’s Turnaround and Groton’s Uphill Climb 29:55 Girls Prep: St. Paul’s vs Exeter Home-and-Home Could Decide the Cut Line 31:08 Girls Prep: Cushing Back in the Mix; Big Week vs Deerfield, Rivers, Dexter 33:02 Nobles vs. Andover Projections and the Race for the No. 1 Seed 34:35 Dexter’s Path to Cracking the Top Four (and the Girls Standings Chaos) 35:45 MIAA Boys: Can Williston Still Sneak In? 36:36 Canton’s Ed Burns Statement Win and Super 8 Talk 38:33 Reading’s Shutdown Streak: Built for the Tournament 41:16 Catholic Memorial Beats Pope; CM as the Clear D-1 Favorite 42:40 MIAA Girls: Algonquin Stays Perfect with Win over NDA 44:31 Girls Contenders Heating Up: Hingham, King Philip, St. Mary’s 47:23 Power Rankings, Showcases and the Shifting Super 8 Picture 49:54 Quick Hit: Framingham’s Ed Cahoon Cup Win and Sleeper Potential 51:52 Overtime (Olympic Edition): Is Hockey the Best Olympic Sport? 57:23 Gold Medal vs. Stanley Cup and U.S.–Canada Final Hype (Wrap-up)

Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly delve into the highlights of Beanpot Monday, evaluating the performances of Boston College and Boston University on their path to the title game. They provide an in-depth analysis of several prep hockey games, including thrilling matches such as Dexter Southfield's win over St. Mark's and the dynamics of this season's top players. They also address the recent developments in the MIAA, notably the anticipated return of the Super 8 tournament and its implications for Division 1 and Division 2 teams. To wrap up, they make their Super Bowl predictions, weighing in on the big game's potential outcomes. Topics 00:22 Recap of Beanpot Monday 00:56 Harvard vs. BC Analysis 01:50 BU vs. Northeastern Game Insights 03:55 St. Mark's vs. Dexter Thrilling Match 05:49 Player of the Year Candidates Discussion 11:36 St. Sebastian's Comeback Season 15:03 Berkshire's Rise to Contender 16:19 Winchendon's Impressive Turnaround 18:15 Weekly JSPR Check-in 19:15 Girls Prep Hockey Highlights 31:06 Analyzing Team Stats and Plea for Submissions 31:46 Girls MIAA: Milton's Ups and Downs 34:04 Bishop Feehan and Archie's Weekly Check-In 36:00 Hingham vs Pembroke: A Prove-It Game 36:41 King Philip's Undefeated Streak Ends 37:15 Super 8 Tournament: Boys and Girls 44:01 Division 2 Teams Shine in Ed Burns Tournament 46:58 Arlington and Canton: Top Public School Teams 49:10 St. John's Prep and Arlington Catholic Updates 51:47 NHL Enforcers Trivia Challenge 56:46 Super Bowl Predictions and Final Thoughts

Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly dive in to the latest updates in prep and MIAA hockey. They discuss the strength of Catholic Memorial after its dominating performance against Xaverian, Canterbury's impressive rise in boys prep hockey rankings, and the U.S. team's dominating performance at the Women's U-18 World Championship. They also analyze the current standings and notable performances in both boys and girls prep hockey, as well as major developments in the MIAA. Topics 02:31 Boys Prep Hockey Rankings Update 08:26 NHL Central Scouting Midterm Rankings 15:05 Girls Prep Hockey Highlights 22:55 Deerfield's Tough Loss and Exeter's Performance 24:08 Groton's Key Players and Recent Wins 25:03 Brooks vs. Lawrence: A Physical Game 26:50 JSPR Rankings and Key Teams 29:01 Women's U-18 World Championship Recap 33:49 MIAA Boys Hockey: Top Teams and Performances 40:41 MIAA Girls Hockey: Top Teams and Key Matches 44:52 Bishop Feehan's Recent Success and Other Teams to Watch 47:52 Upcoming Tournaments and Final Thoughts

Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly recap the second annual New Year’s Prep Puck Drop girls tournament, highlighting standout teams and players. They also delve into the boys prep Watkins Championship and the performances of significant teams including Thayer and Canterbury. Additionally, they provide an overview of the MIAA girls Tenney Cup and the state of MIAA boys, with a focus on Catholic and public school teams. The episode concludes with a sentimental "Overtime" segment where the hosts reflect on personal hockey experiences and relationships enhanced by the sport. Topics 02:44 Girls Prep Hockey Tournament Highlights 05:36 Rivers' Disappointing Weekend 08:37 Cushing's Performance and Challenges 11:09 JSPR Rankings and Analysis 14:29 Boys Prep Hockey Insights 16:33 Canterbury's Strong Performance 19:46 Tabor's Rise in Rankings 23:32 MIAA Girls Hockey and Tenney Cup 25:32 Young Stars Shine in Duxbury 26:48 Milton's Impressive Comeback 27:52 Hingham's Rankings and Performance 28:46 Emerging Teams and Players to Watch 33:03 Boys MIAA Hockey Highlights 41:03 Personal Hockey Memories and Relationships

Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly focus on the holiday hockey tournaments and the latest prep girls rankings. They discuss the excitement around holiday tournaments, with Evan expressing his frustration with technical issues but highlighting his anticipation for the holiday season. They delve deep into prep girls hockey rankings, with a new No. 1 team, Williston Northampton, and examine the performances of top teams and standout players. The episode also covers predictions and key matchups for upcoming tournaments. On the boys side, they discuss the Groton Lawrence tournament and the Avon Old Farms Christmas Classic. They conclude with highlights from boys and girls MIAA hockey and some engaging “Overtime” questions. Topics00:56 Holiday Tournament Excitement02:06 Prep Girls Rankings Overview02:18 Williston Northampton Takes the Top Spot03:13 Nobles' Dominance and Key Players04:09 Tabor's Impressive Performance05:19 Dexter and Cushing Highlights06:13 St. Paul's and Other Top Teams07:07 Preview of Upcoming Tournaments08:46 Harrington Tournament Highlights10:54 Watkins Tournament Preview13:28 Dexter Holiday Tournament16:03 Boys Prep Tournaments Overview16:10 Groton Lawrence Tournament19:14 Avon Old Farms Christmas Classic22:45 NHL Draft Prospects to Watch23:04 Deerfield's Rebound Weekend23:31 Local Teams: Nobles and Milton23:49 Andover's Close Games26:13 Top 10 Prep Teams Update27:42 Boys MIAA Highlights31:11 Girls MIAA Highlights33:13 Overtime: Holiday Edition42:33 Wrapping Up and Holiday Wishes

Pat Donnelly and Evan Marinofsky preview the high school hockey season. They discuss the stress and excitement surrounding tryouts, recounting personal experiences from their own high school days. The duo provides detailed insights on the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association boys and girls hockey seasons, offering in-depth analyses of top teams and players to watch. They highlight top-ranked boys teams such as Catholic Memorial, St. John's Prep and Pope Francis, as well as leading girls teams including Hingham, Archbishop Williams and Duxbury. The episode also touches on coverage expansion to other New England states, ensuring a comprehensive look at high school hockey across the region. The podcast concludes with a lighthearted trivia segment focusing on hockey-themed movies and TV shows. Topics 02:42 Expanding Coverage Beyond MIAA 03:48 Boys MIAA Preseason Rankings 06:19 Top Teams Analysis 24:23 Players to Watch 26:50 Top Boys MIAA Players Recap 27:19 Transition to Girls MIAA Discussion 27:26 Top Girls MIAA Teams and Players 29:11 Archbishop Williams and Duxbury Analysis 32:05 Methuen and Tewksbury Insights 33:11 Milton and Malden Catholic Prospects 35:05 Notre Dame and Bishop Feehan Overview 37:39 St. Mary's and Waltham Highlights 40:55 Players to Watch Outside the Top 10 43:24 Trivia Throwdown: Hockey Movies and TV Shows

Evan Marinofsky and Pat Donnelly discuss the upcoming girls prep hockey season, focusing on team rankings and expectations. They delve into potential top contenders for the Elite 8 tournament, highlighting teams such as Loomis Chaffee, Andover, Williston and Cushing. They also discuss key players to watch and provide insights into which teams might surprise this season. The episode concludes with a bit of fun as they tackle hypothetical hockey scenarios in the Overtime segment. NEPSAC, girls prep, Elite 8, prep hockey Topics 00:40 Girls Prep Hockey Focus 01:12 Team Rankings and Insights 02:55 Top Contenders Analysis 03:51 In-Depth Look at Loomis Chaffee 05:14 Andover's Strengths and Challenges 07:24 Williston Northampton's Potential 08:41 Nobles and Cushing Overview 11:58 Dexter and Deerfield Prospects 13:58 Tabor and Exeter Evaluations 16:28 Rivers and Beyond 18:50 Next-Tier Teams 20:21 Team Analysis: St. Paul's and New Hampton 21:20 Berkshire's New Lineup 22:21 Frederick Gunn and Other Teams to Watch 24:21 MVP Candidates and Top Performers 25:32 Elite 8 Predictions 27:17 Overtime: Would You Rather? 31:46 Winter Classic vs. All-Star Game 35:45 Creative Ideas for Hockey Events 37:13 Conclusion and Season Coverage

Evan Marinofsky and Pat Donnelly discuss the state of MIAA hockey with Duxbury High School (Mass.) girls coach Dan Najarian. They delve into topics such as the development of young players, the benefits of playing multiple sports, and the dynamic between MIAA, prep schools and club hockey. Najarian shares his insights on how MIAA hockey can serve as both a developmental platform and a source of lasting, meaningful hockey experiences. The episode also touches on the challenges of college recruitment and the growth of girls hockey, providing a comprehensive look at the landscape of high school and junior hockey in New England. Topics 00:29 Guest Introduction: Dan Najarian 01:38 Fall Hockey Insights 02:32 The Role of Multi-Sport Athletes 05:02 Debating the 15-Only Rule 09:58 MIAA Hockey: Current State and Future Prospects 18:31 Coaching Philosophy and Player Development 30:13 Highlighting Unsung Talent in Girls Hockey 31:08 The Rise of Club Hockey for Girls 33:52 Balancing Academics and Hockey Dreams 35:44 The Appeal of Club Hockey Over Traditional Paths 39:59 Overtime: Personal Stories and Unwritten Rules 50:29 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

Evan is joined by Dan Fontas, the new head coach of the Cushing Boys Hockey team. They discuss Dan's transition from head coach of the Varsity B team to his new role, his coaching philosophy, and the importance of relationship-building with players. They also delve into the challenges and changes in recruiting, impacted by recent CHL rulings, and the future of fall hockey for prep schools. The episode wraps up with anecdotes from Dan's own career, including his transition from player to coach and the influences that shaped his coaching style. The show ends with a fun segment called 'Overtime,' where they react to famous hockey-related quotes. Topics 00:57 Meeting Dan Fontas: A Funny Encounter 01:51 Recruitment and Promotion Insights 05:09 Challenges and Changes in Prep Hockey 09:23 Varsity B Coaching Experience 15:34 Dan's Personal Hockey Journey 23:22 Coaching Philosophy and Influences 29:01 Commitment Beyond Hockey 29:26 Impact of Coaching Relationships 30:32 Evolution of Coaching Styles 32:00 Increased Skill Levels in Modern Players 35:58 The Future of Prep and Fall Hockey 43:22 Overtime: Fun and Insightful Hockey Quotes

The Hoops/Hockey Crossover Show This crossover episode between New England Hockey Journal's Rink Wise and New England Basketball Journal's Hoop Wise podcasts. The hosts discuss the idea of merging the discussions around the two sports, focusing on the differences and similarities in player development, recruitment, and the unique challenges each sport faces. Topics covered include the yearly schedules for basketball and hockey, the impact of club and prep teams on player growth, the role of advisors and agents, the rising cost of playing these sports at elite levels, and the potential of future changes in the structure and governance of these youth sports. Topics 01:13 Basketball vs. Hockey: Seasonal Differences 01:38 Open Gyms and Recruitment in Basketball 04:18 Fall Hockey Showcases and College Scouting 05:33 The Role of Club Teams in Player Development 12:05 Prep School and Club Team Dynamics 16:52 Balancing Multiple Sports and Commitments 26:46 Shoe Circuits and Sponsorships in Basketball 31:25 Exploring Brand Influence in Basketball and Hockey 31:53 The Business of AAU and College Recruiting 35:09 Junior Hockey Pathways and College Eligibility 46:38 The Role of Advisors and Agents in Youth Sports 51:46 The Rising Costs of Youth Sports 57:45 The Impact of Club Teams on Local Hockey Programs 59:46 Conclusion and Future Discussions

Evan sits down with Brandon Borges, the newly appointed head boys hockey coach at Williston Northampton. Borges, an alumnus of the school, shares insights about his transition into the coaching role and his vision for the program. He discusses the importance of summer training, balancing player workloads, and the unique challenges of returning to coach at his alma mater. Borges also reflects on his own hockey journey from inner-city Providence to playing junior hockey, providing valuable advice for current players navigating college and junior hockey aspirations. The discussion concludes with a light-hearted segment about the nuances of being a passionate hockey fan. Topics 00:26 Meet the New Coach: Brandon Borges 00:55 Summer Training Strategies 03:06 Returning to Alma Mater: Williston Northampton 03:42 Brandon's Hockey Journey 08:12 Challenges and Lessons in Youth Hockey 20:21 Junior Hockey Experience and Advice 24:21 Personal Struggles and Reflections 24:43 Timing and Development in Hockey 25:52 Deciding When to Move On 28:22 Realistic College Hockey Dreams 32:50 Recruiting and Building Relationships 38:30 Overtime: Fun Hockey Questions