USCHO Spotlight

NCAA D-I men's ice hockey committee chair Schulman discusses 2024 selection process: Season 6 Episode 19

Vermont athletic director Jeff Schulman, chair of the NCAA men's Division I ice hockey committee joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk about the process that went into the selection of this year's championship field of 16, attendance, and discussions about going to on-campus sites in the future. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

BTN hockey analyst Caponigri talks Big Ten playoffs, NCAA tournament: Season 6 Episode 18

Big Ten Network and ESPN hockey analyst Paul Caponigri joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk about the Big Ten playoffs, the evolution of the conference since its founding, and prospects for its teams in the NCAA tournament. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Talking Michigan State, Big Ten playoff picture with veteran college hockey writer Koepke: Season 6 Episode 17

Veteran college hockey writer Neil Koepke joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk about Michigan State and the Big Ten, including a look at this year's Spartans and a capsule analysis of the rest of this college hockey conference. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Talking NCHC playoff race, CHL eligibility, fighting with college hockey analyst Starman: Season 6 Episode 16

College hockey analyst Dave Starman joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk about the NCHC playoff race, as well as general topics like the discussion of CHL eligibility and fighting in college hockey. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Addressing CHL rumors, talking mens, women's college hockey growth with College Hockey Inc.'s Snee: Season 6 Episode 15

College Hockey Inc. executive director Mike Snee joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to address CHL eligibility rumors, women's college hockey and CHI's new director of women's hockey Sadie Lundquist's hiring, continued expansion, educational efforts, and more. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Talking rules and officiating with Big Ten's Piotrowski: Season 6 Episode 14

Big Ten coordinator of ice hockey officials Steve Piotrowski joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to discuss rules and officiating, including video replay, points of emphasis, and possible rule changes for next season. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Talking BC, BU, Hockey East with NESN's Tyler Murray: Season 6 Episode 13

NESN play-by-play broadcaster Tyler Murray joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk about last weekend's home-and-home series between Boston College and Boston University, their Beanpot rematch, Hockey East this season, and that conference's playoff race. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Air Force's Serratore on the Falcons, 500th career win: Season 6 Episode 12

Air Force head coach Frank Serratore joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk about reaching his 500th win milestone, the history of the Falcons, recruiting without the transfer portal, Atlantic Hockey, this year's team, and upcoming games. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

St. Thomas coach Blasi talks Tommies, developing a new D-I program: Season 6 Episode 11

St. Thomas head coach Rico Blasi joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk about this season's Tommies, developing a program during the new transfer portal era, cultivating values, a new facility under construction, the CCHA, and more. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Looking at World Junior Championship gold for Team USA with FloSports' Peters: Season 6 Episode 10

FloSports senior content creator Chris Peters joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to wrap up the 2024 IIHF World Junior Championship and to take us behind the scenes for Team USA's gold medal, as well as a look at the USNTDP. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Looking behind the scenes in the transfer portal with writer Schlossman: Season 6 Episode 9

Grand Forks Herald writer Brad Schlossman joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to discuss what he's learned about what happens behind the scenes with the transfer portal in Division I men's college hockey. We also touch on the possibility of eligibility for players in major junior in light of NIL. Brad's story about the transfer portal in the Grand Forks Herald: https://www.grandforksherald.com/sports/und-hockey/hockey-transfer-portal-action-begins-long-bef...

Maine's Barr talks Black Bears at the semester break, building culture, areas to improve: Season 6 Episode 8

Maine head coach Ben Barr joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk this year's Black Bears, building a culture and work ethic, recruiting, today's players, and areas for improvement.

North Dakota's Brad Berry talks Fighting Hawks, transfers, NCHC: Season 6 Episode 7

North Dakota head coach Brad Berry joins hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) to talk this year's Fighting Hawks, building a culture with a lot of rookies and transfers, the current state of the game, the NCHC, and more.

St. Cloud State's Larson talks Huskies, player development, series with Minnesota Duluth: Season 6 Episode 6

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by St. Cloud State head coach Brett Larson about this year's Huskies, the competitiveness of D-I college hockey, coaching in this era, and the weekend series upcoming with Minnesota Duluth.

Boston College coach Brown talks Eagles, young talent, coaching in this era: Season 6 Episode 5

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Boston College head coach Greg Brown to talk about his No. 1-ranked Eagles. The discussion also includes coaching young talent, a look at some of this year's players, and playing some competitive non-conference games.

Talking the Badgers' blistering beginning with writer Milewski: Season 6 Episode 4

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Wisconsin State Journal reporter and USCHO editor emeritus Todd D. Milewski to discuss the team he covers, the Wisconsin Badgers. Topics include the team's play so far after a 7-1 start, the change in culture around the program, whether their No. 5 ranking is warranted, and getting crowds back into the Kohl Center. We also touch on Milewski's article on neck guards.

Arizona State's Powers on Sun Devils' early season, move to NCHC in 2024: Season 6 Episode 3

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Arizona State head coach Greg Powers to talk about this year's team, the move next year to the NCHC, having the full complement of three assistant coaches, and this weekend's series at Miami.

Holy Cross coach Riga on 3-0 start for Crusaders, creating an identity: Season 6 Episode 2

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Holy Cross head coach Bill Riga to discuss his Crusaders' 3-0 start, creating an identity, making incremental improvements, the transfer portal, NIL, and the upcoming series at Robert Morris.

Talking Michigan State, Big Ten, national scene with veteran journalist Neil Koepke: Season 6 Episode 1

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by veteran journalist Neil Koepke – who has over 50 years under his belt covering college hockey – to talk about this year's Michigan State Spartans, Big Ten hockey, and the changing national hockey scene.

Previewing the Hockey East playoffs with play-by-play broadcaster Murray: Season 5 Episode 18

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by NESN Hockey East play-by-play broadcaster Tyler Murray to preview that conference's single-elimination tournament. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Talking end of NCHC season with hockey writer Schlossman: Season 5 Episode 17

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Grand Forks Herald hockey writer Brad Elliott Schlossman to look at the NCHC as that league heads into the last weekend before conference playoffs, and at college hockey at large. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Looking at the Big Ten with hockey writer Jess Myers: Season 5 Episode 16

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by The Rink Live hockey writer Jess Myers to look at the Big Ten as that league heads into the last weekend before conference playoffs. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Minnesota State's Mike Hastings on this season's Mavericks, CCHA: Season 5 Episode 15

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Minnesota State head coach Mike Hastings, talking the Mavericks and their mid-season turnaround, coming off a bye week, the CCHA, and the upcoming series at Bemidji State. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Incoming Atlantic Hockey, CHA commissioner Morgan on her goals, experience: Season 5, Episode 14

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by incoming Atlantic Hockey and College Hockey America commissioner Michelle Morgan, discussing her goals for the leagues and her experience in hockey, NCAA sports, marketing, and administration. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Minnesota Duluth's Sandelin on Bulldogs, NCHC: Season 5 Episode 13

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Minnesota Duluth head coach Scott Sandelin, talking this year's Bulldogs, some early-season injuries, the 10th anniversary of the NCHC, modern video and analytics, rule changes, and the upcoming weekend series with Western Michigan. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Hockey East supervisor of officials Murphy on rules, officiating: Season 5 Episode 12

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Hockey East supervisor of officials Brian Murphy. The discussion about college hockey rules and officiating includes goalie interference, contact to the head, hitting from behind, video review, and protocol and faceoff violations. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Harvard's Donato talks Crimson, ECAC Hockey, bouncing back after pandemic season: Season 5 Episode 11

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Harvard head coach Ted Donato. The conversation includes a look at this year's Crimson, ECAC Hockey, bouncing back from a canceled season, and this weekend's games at Yale and Brown. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Ohio State's Rohlik talks this season's Buckeyes, Big Ten: Season 5 Episode 10

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Ohio State head coach Steve Rohlik to discuss this season's Buckeyes, Big Ten hockey, last weekend's sweep of Michigan State and this coming weekend's series at Michigan. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Alaska Anchorage head coach Matt Shasby talks Seawolves hockey: Season 5 Episode 9

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Alaska Anchorage head coach Matt Shasby to talk about the restart of the Seawolves program, including this year's team, the weekend sweep of UMass Lowell, assembling a team of transfers and recruits, and putting together an independent schedule. This podcast is sponsored by the NCAA Men’s Division I Frozen Four, April 6th and 8th, 2023 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Secure your seats at NCAA.com/mfrozenfour

Previewing the 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship with Chris Peters: Season 5 Episode 8

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by FloHockey senior content creator Chris Peters to preview the U.S. National Junior Team and the 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship. This podcast is sponsored by DCU, Digital Federal Credit Union at DCU.org.

Western Michigan's Pat Ferschweiler on the Broncos, NCHC: Season 5 Episode 7

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Western Michigan head coach Pat Ferschweiler to talk about this year's Broncos, the evolution of the game, what he enjoys about the job, this season's NCHC, and the upcoming series at Omaha. This podcast is sponsored by DCU, Digital Federal Credit Union at DCU.org.

Michigan State's Adam Nightingale on the Spartans' fast start, Big Ten hockey: Season 5 Episode 6

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Michigan State head coach Adam Nightingale to discuss his Spartans' fast start, key players, team culture, renovations to Munn Ice Arena, the Big Ten, and this weekend's series at Penn State. This podcast is sponsored by DCU, Digital Federal Credit Union at DCU.org.

Penn State's Guy Gadowsky on this year's Nittany Lions, Big Ten hockey: Season 5 Episode 5

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Penn State head coach Guy Gadowsky to talk about the Nittany Lions' 8-0 start, the strength of the Big Ten, the atmosphere at Pegula, putting together a non-conference schedule, and this weekend's series at home against Michigan. This podcast is sponsored by DCU, Digital Federal Credit Union at DCU.org.

That Minnesota-North Dakota weekend, what's ahead with writers Myers and Schlossman: Season 5 Episode 4

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Jess Myers and Brad Schlossman of The Rink Live to relive last weekend's Minnesota-North Dakota series and what's ahead for both teams, plus a look around the NCHC and Big Ten. This podcast is sponsored by DCU, Digital Federal Credit Union at DCU.org.

UMass head coach Greg Carvel on this year's Minutemen, staying at the top: Season 5 Episode 3

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Massachusetts head coach Greg Carvel, talking last weekend's sweep of then-No. 1 Denver, staying at the top of D-I hockey, this year's Minutemen, and this coming weekend's games with Union. This podcast is sponsored by DCU, Digital Federal Credit Union at DCU.org.

Arizona State's Greg Powers on the opening of Mullett Arena, this year's Sun Devils: Season 5 Episode 2

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Arizona State head coach Greg Powers as his Sun Devils open up Mullett Arena with a weekend series against Colgate. We also discuss this year's team, building an independent schedule, and ASU's desire to join a conference. This podcast is sponsored by DCU, Digital Federal Credit Union at DCU.org.

Talking Terriers hockey with Boston University's Jay Pandolfo: Season 5 Episode 1

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Boston University first-year head coach Jay Pandolfo about this year's Terriers and returning to coach at his alma mater after a 15-year NHL playing career and assistant coaching positions at the NHL level. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org

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Looking at the 2022 Hobey Baker finalists: Season 4 Episode 23

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) take a look at the 10 players named Wednesday as 2022 Hobey Baker Award finalists: Matty Beniers, Bobby Brink, Brian Halonen, Luke Hughes, Devon Levi, Dryden McKay, Ben Meyers, Yaniv Perets, Nathan Smith, and Bobby Trivigno, plus some names that might have been overlooked. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org

Bentley's Ryan Soderquist on playoff road sweep, working through with on-ice adversity: Season 4 Episode 22

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined for a second time this season by Bentley head coach Ryan Soderquist. The Falcons were at or near the top of Atlantic Hockey through the first half of the season, but slumped a bit in the latter part of the season. We discuss the team's turnaround in a weekend sweep at Niagara in Atlantic Hockey's first round, how they worked through adversity on the ice, and look ahead to this weekend's quarterfinal round at American...

Outgoing NCHC commissioner Josh Fenton on the conference, college hockey: Season 4 Episode 21

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by NCHC commissioner Josh Fenton. The conversation includes the conference's position as college hockey's top league, his departure to the Summit League, three-on-three overtime, realignment, and working with the other five conferences. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org

Boston University's Albie O'Connell talks Terriers, Hockey East, evolution of the game: Season 4 Episode 20

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Boston University head coach Albie O'Connell. The conversation includes this season's Terriers and their great run since December, the evolution of the game and coaching, transfers, overtime rules, and the Hockey East playoff race. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org

Mercyhurst's Rick Gotkin talks Lakers, Atlantic Hockey, D-I committee: Season 4 Episode 19

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Mercyhurst head coach Rick Gotkin. The conversation includes this season's Lakers, the regular-season race in Atlantic Hockey, transfers, and serving on the NCAA D-I men's ice hockey committee. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org

Merrimack's Scott Borek talks this season's Warriors, Hockey East, recruiting: Season 4 Episode 18

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Merrimack head coach Scott Borek. The conversation includes this year's Warriors, Hockey East, recruiting, and coaching today's players. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org

Talking rules and officiating with Big Ten's Steve Piotrowski: Season 4 Episode 17

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Big Ten director of officials and former NCAA secretary–rules editor for men's and women's ice hockey Steve Piotrowski to talk about officiating and rules. This wide-ranging conversation includes recruiting and development of officials, the use of video for evaluation and replay, the challenges officials face as the speed and skill level of the game has increased, and an appraisal of recent rule changes. This pod...

Minnesota State's Mike Hastings talks Mavericks, CCHA, Olympics: Season 4 Episode 16

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by Minnesota State head coach Mike Hastings. The conversation includes this year's Mavericks, the new CCHA, prepping for the Olympics, and this weekend's series with Arizona State. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org

New Hampshire's Mike Souza talks Wildcats, Hockey East race: Season 4 Episode 15 (Updated)

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) are joined by New Hampshire head coach Mike Souza. The conversation includes this year's Wildcats, the Hockey East race, coping with COVID, recruiting, and this weekend's series with UConn. This podcast is sponsored by DCU – Digital Federal Credit Union – at dcu.org