Cross Ice Pass

Cross Ice Pass Episode 38 with former NHL Goaltender Steve Passmore

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400

My chat with Steve Passmore explores the interesting nuance of being a pro and chasing that dream to play in the NHL as much as possible as a goaltender. Steve talks about the snags he had along the way and what brought him to his current life helping his community build financial growth. This conversation was a treat with a very funny and charismatic goalie.

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 37 with Terry Kalna former CRO with the Penguins and Canucks

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400

In this engaging conversation with Terry Kalna, I explore the interconnected world of hockey, sharing personal anecdotes and insights from his experiences in the sports front office. We discuss the importance of youth hockey, the growth of girls' hockey, and the evolution of the NHL, particularly focusing on the Pittsburgh Penguins and Vancouver Canucks. The conversation highlights the significance of community, coaching challenges, and memorable moments in hockey, emphasizing the sport's impact on personal and professional lives. In this conversation, Terry Kalna shares his extensive experience in sports marketing, particularly in hockey and motorsports. He discusses the evolution of sports marketing education, the importance of building relationships, and the lessons learned from his time in NASCAR that apply to the NHL.

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Keegan McGraw Interview - Cross Ice Pass Episode 36

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 21:42:18 -0400

EP36 we talk with hockey fighter Keegan McGraw about growing up as a goalie and his new journey playing forward in the minors. #hockey #nhl #youthhockey #icehockey #stickhandling #skating #hockeyfight #fighting

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 35 with Tyler McGregor, Captain of Team Canada Sled Hockey

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400

So excited to have the other Captain Canada on Cross Ice Pass. Tyler McGregor has been a major part of the Team Canada Sled Hockey team since he was in high school. He is such an integral part of the sled hockey community and hockey in Canada in general. He has a strong set of beliefs and he follows through with them often. Skip ahead to 00:22:08.

This is his bio as part of the Paralympic Commitee

https://paralympic.ca/athlete/tyler-mcgregor/

Start with my picks to win the East and West, as well as my pick to win the Cup.

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 34 with Morris Lukowich former Winnipeg Jets Captain

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400

This episode's guest had a storied career with over 800 games in the WHA and NHL. Morris Lukowich was the consummate wingman for players such as Gordie Howe, Bobby Hull, Dale Hawerchuk, Luc Robitaille, and many others. He later turned his career into being a coach and a big part of some great organizations. Skip ahead to 00:19:40.

Today's intro speaks to preseason and many other moments.

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 33 with 2024 Willie O'Ree award winner Estela Rivas-Bryant

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:06:00 -0400

We have entered a new Season 2 and Episode 33 goes back to our roots by starting a season with this year's Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award winner Estela Rivas-Bryant. Founder and President of The Empowerment Effect is a program to bring hockey to young girls who might never have access. It is also a mentorship program so that these young ladies can flourish in what their future will bring for them. This talk is at 00:17:50

For more info, to donate, or to get involved with The Empowerment Effect check them out at

https://www.theempowermenteffect.org/

See the video created for her program as a finalist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dItXrtyO1Y8

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 32 with Kelsey McGuire, Founder of Philadelphia Blind Hockey

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 22:42:32 -0400

Episode 32 We have a Stanley Cup and Calder Cup champion and now it's time for trades, signings, draft picks, and the coveted NHL awards.

Today's guest is a 2024 Willie O'Ree Community Hero finalist and she chats with us about her hockey program in Philly, Philadelphia Blind Hockey. Kelsey has done so much at a young age and she talks us through getting behind the scenes in hockey so she can make their program flourish for these young visually impaired kids. This talk is at 00:15:15

Philadelphia Blind Hockey

https://www.philadelphiablindhockey.com/

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 31 with Doug Crossman NHL Legend

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 03:39:00 -0400

Episode 31 We are three games into the Stanley Cup and we are approaching the draft. Lots of PWHL news to talk about and some new jersey designs on the horizon.

Today's guest is a former NHL defenseman Doug Crossman who got to throw Cross Ice Passes to many greats throughout his career. An offensive defenseman before that term was used so often. We discuss his career in the NHL, IHL, AHL, and OHL as well as the 87 Canada Cup team. This talk is at 00:28:34

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 30 with Draft writer Steve Ives

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 06:56:00 -0400

Episode 30 The Stanley Cup Finals and the almost end to the hockey season.

This is the most robust episode that plugs into future players, and we discuss with my friend Steve Ives his top 32-ranked players heading into the June 28 draft. This info comes from a great large post he wrote on HFBoards. This talk is at 00:25:35

Here is his full ranking up to 65

https://forums.hfboards.com/threads/ives-2024-final-nhl-draft-rankings.2968269/#post-195862245

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 29 with Sled Hockey Coach Derek Donet

Wed, 22 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Episode 29 clicks into this conference finals, PWHL Finals, Memorial Cup, and World Championships.

I was introduced to this Coach who is a big part of Sled Hockey in southeast Michigan as well as getting Vladimir Konstantinov back on the ice. Derek Donet coaches the Belle Tire Sled Hockey Team and is clicked into the growth of this wonderful part of our sport making hockey available to players with disability. This talk is at 00:22:24

Follow Belle Tire's team here

Learn more about the Willie O'Ree finalists here

This weeks music is The Zambonis

Check out The Zambonis on their site ⁠⁠here⁠⁠

Come to their ⁠⁠event in NYC May 26 at the Bowery Electric⁠⁠

For more information head to the ⁠⁠Cross Ice Pass Site⁠

Cross Ice Pass Episode 28 with Amanda Pelkey from PWHL Boston team

Wed, 15 May 2024 01:00:00 -0400

Episode 28 is in the middle of Round 2 of the NHL Playoffs, World Championships, and Round 1 of the PWHL playoffs. We talk about all of those happenings in our HockeyVerse and more

Right in the middle of the playoffs, Amanda Pelkey took some time to chat with us about her career and time in the new PWHL. As well as her Boston team fighting their way into the playoffs. That talk is at 00:16:50

To learn more about Amanda or sign up for one of her an AMP camp go to her site here

Vote and learn more about the Willie O'Ree finalists here

This weeks music is The Zambonis

Check out The Zambonis on their site ⁠⁠here⁠⁠

Come to their ⁠⁠event in NYC May 26 at the Bowery Electric⁠⁠

For more information head to the ⁠⁠Cross Ice Pass Site⁠

Cross Ice Pass Episode 27 with Ryan "Devo" Devine

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

In Episode 27 we talk about this crazy ending to the regular season in the NHL and my picks for Round 1. Also included is a take on what Team Canada can look like in the Olympics. My Happy, Surprising, Not Surprising, and Unusual segment gives lots of congrats and a hot take on what will Utah be.

I checked in with player Ryan "Devo" Devine and his shortened season in the ECHL with the KC Mavericks and Reading Royals. He gives us true insight into playing for a team fighting to play a championship to being traded to a team, not in the playoffs. That talk is at 00:43:55

This weeks music is The Zambonis

Check out The Zambonis on their site ⁠⁠here⁠⁠

Come to their ⁠⁠event in NYC May 26 at the Bowery Electric⁠⁠

Check out the video ⁠⁠here⁠⁠

For more information head to the ⁠⁠Cross Ice Pass Site⁠

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 26 with Brendan “Teddy” Tedstone

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400

This week's episode features one of the biggest fighters in hockey history with the biggest heart. Teddy is a true beauty who has worked with, fought, and has kept in touch with many of his past teammates who have played at all levels of our sport. That talk is at 00:20:00

We are also approaching the end of the college hockey season and the end of the NHL regular season which I mention in the episode intro. This weeks International team is Russia to see what they might look like.

Check out The Zambonis on their site ⁠here⁠
https://thezambonis.com/

For more information head to the ⁠Cross Ice Pass Site
https://www.crossicepass.com/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 25 with Dave from The Zambonis

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 17:52:44 -0400

For episode 25 we have a real treat for you all. Our guest today is one of the founders and lead singer Dave Schneider from The Zambonis. For nearly 35 years these guys have been writing about everything from lost teeth, suspensions, fights, rats, Russian defection, concussions, pond hockey, crushes, Zamboni theft, and even hockey moms…. It’s all there. They continue making fresh new music about the hockeyverse and they love doing it. My chat with Dave starts at 00:39:20.

To start we discuss the tight races in the NHL and tons of college hockey craziness that has been happening all week.

Check out The Zambonis on their site https://thezambonis.com/

Come to their event in NYC May 26 at the Bowery Electric

https://www.ticketweb.com/event/uni-watch-25th-anniversary-party-the-bowery-electric-tickets/13633593?pl=boweryelectric&REFID=clientsitewp

Take a listen to their new song Unforced Penalties at 01:34:28

Or check out the video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzBpNKacipU

Cross Ice Pass Episode 24 with Coach Josh Choiniere

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Todays episode is about 2024 Trade deadline and my picks and what moves I thought went well. I also was able to chat with a fellow coach on what inspires him and keeps him running to the rink all the time whether as a coach or a player. Josh Choiniere was a joy to meet in NYC and I knew I wanted to hear about his story more.

For more info on Cross Ice Pass
https://www.crossicepass.com/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 23 with The Late Game movie

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Today we have the director, and producer/actor of The Late Game movie. The Late Game is a hilarious look at the night of a beer league game. The characters are genuine, the story is funny, and producer/actor Jeff Zucker and Director Jeff Tyner really made something special. We get to hear where their hockey lives moved them to create this little piece of hockey gold. The chat starts at 00:26:00.

Watch their film on Amazon Prime
https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0CWFNNY4P/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r

In our intro, we talk about my list of national team players for Finland and of course SHOWTIME in Detroit!!!! and of course other things happening in the hockeyverse.

For more info on Cross Ice Pass
https://www.crossicepass.com/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 22 with Greg Beaudin from Hockeyball

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Greg Beaudin is the President of the World Hockey Alliance Inc. which teamed up with Baden Sports Canada to bring HOCKEYBALL and the New HKYBALL brand to Schools, Sporting Goods retailers, Hockey organizations, and Communities. He introduces us to this growing sport and training tool for hockey players from youth to the NHL. The chat starts at 00:26:00.
If you would like to order your own check them out here
https://hkyball.com/

The intro this week talks about Jaromir Jagr as well as the Stadium Series in NYC.

If you cannot attend but still want to donate:
Pittsburgh Warriors Hockey
https://www.pghwarriorhockey.org/
New York City Gay Hockey Association
https://www.nycgha.org/

Get some awesome gear from Hit Club Hockey
https://hitclubhockey.com/

For more info on Cross Ice Pass
https://www.crossicepass.com/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 21 with The Original Jet, Norm Beaudin

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

The Original Jet Norm Beaudin is this week's guest and learning about his career was really a look at old-time hockey, the WHA, and some great stories from someone still flourishing and playing at 82. The chat starts at 00:31:00.

In our intro, we talk about my list of national team players for the USA. In each episode upcoming I’ll look at a different country. Also some amazing details of our week in hockey.

For more info on Cross Ice Pass
https://www.crossicepass.com/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 20 with NHL legend Al Iafrate

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

What a treat I got to chat with one of the biggest shooters in hockey history Al Iafrate on NHL All-Star weekend. He gave us a bunch of knowledge on growing up in Michigan, playing for Team USA in the 84 Olympics, and of course, the big shot at 00:18:42.

For more info go to https://www.crossicepass.com/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 19 with Dave Jackel with the Pittsburgh Warriors

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we get to chat with Dave Jackel the president of the Pittsburgh Warriors Disabled Veteran Hockey organization. The Warriors program is an amazing resource for veterans and we get to learn more about the impact and importance of this program in the Pittsburgh area and around the country. Check it out at 00:34:30.

⁠Check the Pittsburgh Warriors ⁠⁠https://www.pghwarriorhockey.org/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 18 with Zechariah Thomas owner of Swift Hockey

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Talking with this kid dynamo was so awesome. Zechariah Thomas is a 21-year-old business owner of Swift Hockey and he thought about starting this when he was 17. He's a young entrepreneur who is just getting started and helping to make hockey sticks more affordable for players and parents. Check out my talk with him at 00:36:30.

Check out Swift Hockey here
https://swift-hockey.com/

Music by GRITS.
https://www.gritstheband.com/

Connect with Cross Ice Pass here
https://www.crossicepass.com/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 17 with Bart Hull

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Episode seventeen's guest is the son of the Golden Jet Bobby Hull and brother to Brett Hull, Bart Hull. The Tin Foil Jet has had a career as a college and pro football player and has so many stories living in the House of Hull. It was such a great conversation with such a humble person who has so many great hockey stories throughout his life.

The intro is some catch-up from all that has happened already in the hockeyverse in 2024.

Learn more and connect to our other platforms at
crossicepass.com

Music by Beer Tone today

Cross Ice Pass Episode 16 with Coach Ivo Mocek from HC Shenzhen Kunlun Red Star

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Since the PWHL is starting next week I wanted to chat with a coach that can give me some insight to pro women's hockey. Coach Ivo Mocek has been coaching at the pro women's level for several years and it was interesting to hear how the leagues started and have grown worldwide. It was also interesting to hear about his life growing up in the Czech Republic and how hockey was for him there.

This weeks intro has some World Juniors, some NHL, and of course other pieces happening even though a lot of the hockey world was on holiday.

Check out the Redstar here https://whl.hcredstar.com/
Connect with Ivo if you ever want to take a lesson in the NYC area. coach@evilhockey.us

Cross Ice Pass Episode 15 with Coach Carlos Rossell ESPN Spanish speaking color analyst

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Today's chat is with Coach Carlos Rossell, the Spanish-speaking color analyst for ESPN hockey coverage. He also spends a ton of time at the rink coaching youth hockey. We chat about the reach of hockey in Spanish-speaking countries and North America.

In the intro, we discuss the Wings and other things happening in the Hockeyverse.

Cross Ice Pass website is live check it out
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Cross Ice Pass Episode 14 with guest host Tim Wood

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week I decided to bring in my buddy Tim Wood as my guest host. I wanted to record what he's thinking about the league at the quarter part of the season, New Jersey hockey, and some crazy youth stories.

Today's music is Me You Us Them

Find Cross Ice Pass at our new website with access to all our platforms and ways to connect
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Cross Ice Pass Episode 13 with NHL legend Ken Wregget

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Today's guest is Ken Wregget who won a cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins—enjoyed a storied career playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Philadelphia Flyers, Detroit Redwings, and Calgary Flames. We also talk about the 4OT game in 96 he was a part of and many other great stories. Today's intro is a lot of Wing love.

If you are interested in connecting with Ken follow his bar and grille on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/31sportsbargrille/

Today's music is by Me You Us Them
Check them out here https://open.spotify.com/artist/6VNLip8F87l6YeSz4onM7C?si=7gCMWAWzT_GoewJjgZR68w

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 12 with Danbury Hat Tricks Managing Partner Herm Sorcher

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Episode 12 focuses on the front office of a minor pro team, but not just any team the 2022-23 FPHL Commissioner's Cup champion Danbury Hat-Tricks. Herm Sorcher chats with Cross Ice Pass about his 25 years of experience in front offices for Hockey and Baseball. He also chats with us about how important these smaller teams' connection to the community is. If you are interested in checking out the Hat Tricks. Go to their site for tickets, schedule, and merch https://www.danburyhattricks.com/
If you can’t make it up to Danbury check them out on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DanburyHatTricks where you can see full games as well as a ton of content they are constantly creating.

This week's walk through hockey was an active one and I try to touch as many bases as I can for you all. Leading up to Turkey Day gave me some time to focus on my approach this week so I can offer more thoughts from the hockeyverse.

Today's music is from GooseBerry
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/gooseberry/1507506085

Also don’t forget to find my daily rants on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crossicepassnyc/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 10 with Goaltender and Coach Miro Recicar

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Miro Recicar is an old friend who is an outstanding goalie coach in the New York City area. He gives us some funny stories as a player as well as some perspective on the evolution of the craziest position in sports.

My intro today is all about the terrible Oilers and this player for the Coyotes who lost it on the police.

Follow Miro here https://www.instagram.com/nyc_r_goaltending/

Today the music is provided by my friend Aaron Letrick of the band LetricKramer
Listen here https://open.spotify.com/artist/653tdjV4a4AoN59k5AnZq5?si=pTB9jhF9Rny4M-Jc8eyTWg
Check out his new band Letrick Olson
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wK97PS4KwfKZZI0cC7WfJ?si=cUpPP2w-Rja_DmIwAA6g4g

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 9 with my former players I have coached

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400

What a treat talking with some of my former players about the fun moments we had together. Some of my crazy rules and where they move into their futures outside hockey.

Thank you so much, Ogie, Has, Shally, Teddy, Cale, Joe, Henry, Theo, and Jacob.
Check out the program they played here https://www.nycycloneshockey.org/home

Music provided by Club Duvet https://music.apple.com/us/artist/club-duvet/1525694500

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 8 with Coach Joe Battista

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Coach Joe Battista talks with me about his storied time as Head Coach of Penn State Hockey and encourages the program to move into Division 1 in the NCAA. His countless stories work with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Buffalo Sabres as well as so many youth and college programs. His book ⁠The Power of Pragmatic Passion: 7 Common Sense Principles for Achieving Personal and Professional Success⁠ is a testament to his storied career working with many young people to create an amazing life.

⁠Follow Coach Joe on Instagram⁠ or on his site ⁠pragmaticpassion.com⁠
https://www.pragmaticpassion.com/product-page

Check out ⁠Hit Club Hockey⁠ and ⁠PuckHKY⁠ for awesome hockey merchandise
https://hitclubhockey.com/
https://puckhcky.com/

This episode's music was provided by my dad!

Cross Ice Pass Episode 7 with the New York City Gay Hockey Association

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we have two board members and hockey players from the New York City Gay Hockey Association. Pietro Scarsone and Steven Greenberg talk with me about the importance of their program and all it does off the ice. The purpose of chatting with this association is because I see them do so much at the rink and off and I wanted to discuss the new issues happening with the NHL's removal of the warm-up jersey for initiatives outside of the NHL.

Follow the NYCGHA on their site https://www.nycgha.org/

This episode's music was provided by my dad!
Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crossicepassnyc

Also in the episode we discuss the growing number of suicides and I want to mention that in NYC there are many places to talk with. You can call the Samaritans NYC at 212-673-3000 24/7.
I am wearing the Hockey Diversity Alliance hat and if you want to learn more go to https://hockeydiversityalliance.org/

Cross Ice Pass Episode 6 with Tyler Derraugh from True Hockey and former pro speed skater

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we have Canadian National Speed Skater and TRUE Temper Sports as their Senior Manager - Hockey Skate Division, Tyler Derraugh. My purpose in connecting with Tyler is this recent evolution in hockey skate technology, based on what has been done in speed skating and True is the leader in that. Why talk about his life from hockey to speed skating and back to both in a way currently

This episode's intro focus is the happenings in the first week of the 23-24 NHL season as well as this issue with Pride Tape and how the league took something so easily inclusive away from players and fans.

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This episode music provided by Incite https://music.apple.com/us/artist/incite/278131122

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 5 with contemporary artist William Wegman

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we chat with world-famous contemporary artist and Weimaraner photographer William Wegman. Bill grew up in Massachusetts and played hockey in his youth and gave it up for a storied art career. By chance, I coached his son about 20 years ago and encouraged him to put the skates and equipment back on at 59. Bill will be 80 in December, and he hasn't given up a stride. It is a truly remarkable story about rekindling a passion later in your life.

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This episode's intro talks about some exciting things happening to finish up the NHL preseason and my Eastern Conference picks.

This episode of music provided by Hank IV https://hankiv.bandcamp.com/

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 4 with 2023 Ice Wars King and ECHL player Ryan Devine

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we chat with Enforcer and 2023 Ice Wars king Ryan Devine. He is a Philly area native and has played pro hockey for over a decade. His perspectives on fighting and understanding the unwritten fighter code were interesting. As was his experience with the new growing sport of Ice Wars.

I start with some exciting things happening in the NHL preseason. As well as some crazy issues with contracts.
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This week's music is provided by Club Duvet https://music.apple.com/us/artist/club-duvet/1525694500

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Cross Ice Pass Episode 3 with Olympian, Coach, and Player Alana Blahoski

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week we have Alana Blahoski, a 1998 gold medal winner with the USA Women's hockey team. We discuss the evolution of women's hockey throughout her career and how coaching fell on her lap and now she has coached around the world. She also has a great perspective on the growth of hockey in the future.

We start with my picks for the Western Conference before we begin the Chat with Alana.

The music is from Gooseberry, a Brooklyn, NY band https://www.gooseberryband.com/
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Cross Ice Pass Episode 2 with Beer League Legend Tom Westfall

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 20:00:00 -0400

This week we have Tom Westfall known as Westy, in the hockey world. Westy has truly lived a life of hockey, from youth championships, high school championships, an ACHA championship, and a notable career in minor pro hockey and coaching.

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This week's music is provided by River Cult https://rivercult.bandcamp.com/album/chilling-effect

Cross Ice Pass Episode 1 with Coach, Player, and Owner Jason McCrimmon

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 20:00:00 -0400

Welcome hockey fans to the first episode of Cross Ice Pass. This pod's purpose is To introduce the joy of all aspects of the Hockeyverse to the world!.

This week, we have the recent Willie O'Ree Community Award Winner and former pro player Jason McCrimmon. Jason talks to us about his amazing program, Detroit Ice Dreams, in his hometown of Detroit. We also talk about his Motor City Gamblers, his playing days, and, of course, our equal love for the Redwings.

The show starts with some reminders of hockey happenings this summer, as well as some things to look forward to in the future.

⁠The music is from Gooseberry a Brooklyn, NY band, and can be found right here on Spotify.⁠

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