Rinkside Rundown

In Episode 106 of Rinkside Rundown, Chris Sinclair is joined by Ivy Nellis, a goaltender with the Ottawa Senators Women’s Hockey Club in Ontario’s U22 Elite League. Ivy discusses her path to the position, how growing up in a hockey household shaped her mindset, and the competitive moments that defined her development, including the Bell Capital Cup and shootout situations.

The conversation also explores her work as an official and coach, the value of recognition at the U22 level, and how she approaches balancing hockey with life away from the rink. With a professional women’s team now established in Ottawa, Ivy shares her perspective on what that visibility means for players coming through the system and how it factors into her long-term goals in the sport.

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In this episode of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by Peyton Tully, a talented multi-sport athlete from Toledo, Ohio, who is now playing collegiate hockey at Post University.

Peyton shares her journey from a late start in hockey to becoming a standout player in both hockey and lacrosse. She discusses the importance of multi-sport participation, her high school achievements, and the challenges she faced with injuries, including multiple ACL surgeries.

Peyton reflects on her transition to college hockey, her first collegiate goal, and how she balances academics with athletics while maintaining a positive mindset.

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Chelsea and Caileigh Tiller have grown up playing hockey side by side, sharing a journey from St Catharines, Ontario, to becoming key players with the Burlington Barracudas of the U22 Elite League.

In Episode 104 of Rinkside Rundown, we talk about their early influences, and Chelsea shares the lessons she's learned as captain, while Caileigh talks about what it means to represent Canada internationally.

They also share how they're preparing for the next chapter of their hockey careers at the University of Connecticut next season.

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On Episode 103 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Canadian Para Ice Hockey forward and trailblazer Claire Buchanan.

Claire shares their para hockey journey and we dig into the inaugural World Para Ice Hockey Women’s World Championships. We cover what it meant, what stood out, and why it matters for the growth of the game. We also talk about what has helped shape Claire’s path, the importance of connection and community, and defining success beyond the scoreboard.

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On Episode 102 of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by Katia Pelowich, a forward from Stouffville, Ontario playing at Concordia University.

Katia and I talk about her hockey journey from early beginnings to St. Thomas University where she was team captain, and now to Concordia, representing Team Canada at the FISU Winter World University Games, her aspirations for the future, including the PWHL.

We get into leadership, mentorship, hard work, and inspiring the next generation of female athletes.

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On Episode 101 of Rinkside Rundown, I'm joined by Reece Hunt, a forward from Nelson, BC who recently signed with the Ottawa Charge as a reserve player.

Reece and I talk about her hockey family roots, playing for Team BC and Okanagan Prep, her college years at Bemidji State and UMD, and heading to Sweden to play in the SDHL.

We get into the knee injury that ended her season early and how the Ottawa opportunity came together. We also talk about reuniting with Mannon McMahon, along with other teammates, and stepping into the reserve role this season in the PWHL.

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Episode 100 is here!

On this milestone episode of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair is joined by Rebecca Johnston, a five-time Olympian, Team Canada gold medalist, and player development coach with the Calgary Flames.

Rebecca opens up about her competitive upbringing in Sudbury, Ontario, the lessons learned at Cornell, the highs and lows of representing Canada on the world stage, and the journey back from a ruptured Achilles.

As she transitions into coaching, Rebecca shares insights on mentorship, athlete development, and where the women's professional game is headed.

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On Episode 99, I'm joined by Gabrielle Santerre, forward and team captain at Bishop's University, who shares her journey in women's hockey.

Gabrielle discusses the influence of her family, her decision to stay in Canada for her collegiate career, and the importance of mental preparation in sports. She reflects on her achievements, including winning national championships and representing Canada internationally.

Gabrielle emphasizes the significance of role models in women's hockey and the growing opportunities for young female athletes. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal her personal insights and aspirations.

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On Episode 98 of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Rylind MacKinnon, who traces the path from Cranbrook, BC to UBC captain and into the PWHL with the Boston Fleet. We dig into community support, leadership, balancing education with elite hockey, and breaking into the pro game.Rylind reflects on setting a new standard at UBC, lessons from the jump to the PWHL, and what a successful first season in Boston looks like on and off the ice. We also talk adversity, growth, and how the women’s game is evolving.

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In Episode 97 of Rinkside Rundown, host Chris Sinclair sits down with Jenna Buglioni, the historic first draft pick for the PWHL's Seattle Torrent franchise.

Jenna opens up about her remarkable hockey journey from her hometown of Port Moody, BC, to the professional ranks of the PWHL. Discover how family support shaped Jenna's path in women's hockey, the benefits of being a multi-sport athlete, and why mentorship matters at every level of the game.

Jenna shares candid stories from her time at Ohio State, navigating the highs and lows of NCAA Division I hockey, and what it means to step into her professional career as part of the PWHL's historic expansion.

Topics covered:

- Jenna's early hockey development in Port Moody, British Columbia

- Being selected as the Seattle Torrent's first-ever draft pick

- The impact of family support on athletic success

- Multi-sport athlete experiences and development

- Finding and building mentorship relationships in hockey

- Ohio State Buckeyes hockey career highlights and challenges

- Transitioning from collegiate to professional women's hockey

- PWHL expansion and the future of the league

And don't miss the final minutes — Jenna shares an unexpected, must-hear story from her journey that we only reveal at the very end. Stick around to catch it.