Evan and Pat preview boys' prep hockey. The hosts delve into Pay’s recent bout with the flu before launching into a detailed discussion on boys' prep hockey, addressing the impact of the CHL ruling and how it has influenced player movement. They analyze the current landscape by highlighting top teams, including Dexter, Kimball Union, and St. Mark's, and assess their strengths and weaknesses. The conversation also covers potential contenders and sleepers in the upcoming season, with a focus on specific players to watch. Pat and Evan also debate various fun questions in the 'Would You Rather' segment, including topics like best seating in a hockey arena and whether great food or loud fans make for a better game atmosphere. The show wraps up with bold predictions for the Elite Eight and discussions on MVP candidates. The hosts provide a mix of insightful hockey analysis and light-hearted banter, making for an engaging listen.

Topics

00:42 Health and Flu Season Woes

02:04 State of Boys Prep Hockey

06:22 Top Boys Prep Hockey Teams

07:07 Dexter: The Team to Beat

09:59 Kimball Union: A Strong Contender

11:34 St. Mark's: Rising Stars

15:38 Avon Old Farms: Consistent Performers

17:22 Kent: The Swing Team

18:55 Salisbury: Defensive Powerhouse

21:06 Brunswick: Overcoming Challenges

22:57 Cushing: Defending Champions

24:55 Berkshire and Deerfield: Western Mass Teams

26:18 Next 15 Teams to Watch

26:32 Potential Top 10 Teams

26:39 Winchendon: Proving Their Worth

27:11 Belmont Hill's Challenges and Potential

28:29 Sleeper Teams: Thayer and Milton Academy

30:19 Other Potential Sleeper Teams

31:23 Elite Eight Predictions

33:00 MVP Candidates to Watch

35:45 Would You Rather: Fan Edition

39:05 Stadium Atmosphere vs. Food Debate

44:33 Game Seven Dilemma

46:55 Stadium Experiences and Final Thoughts

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 is joined by Mark Naclerio, head coach of Avon Old Farms. The discussion delves into Naclerio's perspective on the fall hockey landscape, changes in player development, and the influence of specialized sports programs. Naclerio reflects on his time as an associate coach and his transition to head coach, the legacy of his predecessor John Gardner, and the evolving landscape of prep versus academy hockey. The episode also covers the importance of building personal connections with players, the effects of the CHL ruling on recruitment, and provides advice for young players starting out in hockey. The conversation ends with a fun 'overtime' segment featuring questions on sports betting and the number of games watched.

Topics

00:18 Meet the Guest: Mark Naclerio

00:58 Fall Hockey Season Insights

01:24 Changes in Prep School Hockey

03:02 The Importance of Multi-Sport Athletes

03:22 Fall Hockey Leagues and Team Dynamics

08:21 Coaching Philosophy and Challenges

08:34 Legacy of John Gardner

14:40 Academy vs. Prep School Lifestyle

17:05 CHL Ruling and Future Implications

18:06 Deciding Between High School and Junior Hockey

19:02 The Value of Staying in High School

20:28 NHL Draft Prospects and Prep School Hockey

23:03 The Impact of Online Sports Betting on Hockey

23:17 Overtime: Fun Questions and Insights

31:05 Final Thoughts and Farewell