Chris Sinclair
@chrissinclairrr.bsky.social
Women’s hockey journalist and podcaster.
Host of Rinkside Rundown, covering the journey to pro hockey. Sharing stories and insights from the women’s game.
Host of Rinkside Rundown, covering the journey to pro hockey. Sharing stories and insights from the women’s game.
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This week, I’m joined by Megan McKay, a talented defender from Zionsville, IN.
From being one of the few girls in the sport, to successfully seasons at Mercyhurst and now Clarkson, Megan shares her inspiring journey.
Full episode: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
This week, I’m joined by Megan McKay, a talented defender from Zionsville, IN.
From being one of the few girls in the sport, to successfully seasons at Mercyhurst and now Clarkson, Megan shares her inspiring journey.
Full episode: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
University of New Hampshire forward Nina Rossi has been named Hockey East Rookie of the Week.
The Pittsgrove, NJ native and business management major, had four points in two games against Providence, bringing her totals to 12 points on the season.
The Pittsgrove, NJ native and business management major, had four points in two games against Providence, bringing her totals to 12 points on the season.
November 11, 2025 at 4:43 PM
University of New Hampshire forward Nina Rossi has been named Hockey East Rookie of the Week.
The Pittsgrove, NJ native and business management major, had four points in two games against Providence, bringing her totals to 12 points on the season.
The Pittsgrove, NJ native and business management major, had four points in two games against Providence, bringing her totals to 12 points on the season.
On this day, and all days, lest we forget.
November 11, 2025 at 4:18 PM
On this day, and all days, lest we forget.
ECAC Players of the Week:
• Forward: Maddie Leaney, 🇨🇦, Union
(2G | 3G | 1A)
• Defender: Isabella Gratzl, 🇺🇸, Brown
(2G | 1G | 2A)
• Goalie: Felicia Frank, 🇸🇪, Quinnipiac
(2G | 1.95 GAA | .958 SV%)
• Rookie: Izzy Whynot, 🇨🇦, Harvard
(1G | .940 GAA | .955 SV%)
• Forward: Maddie Leaney, 🇨🇦, Union
(2G | 3G | 1A)
• Defender: Isabella Gratzl, 🇺🇸, Brown
(2G | 1G | 2A)
• Goalie: Felicia Frank, 🇸🇪, Quinnipiac
(2G | 1.95 GAA | .958 SV%)
• Rookie: Izzy Whynot, 🇨🇦, Harvard
(1G | .940 GAA | .955 SV%)
November 11, 2025 at 3:35 PM
ECAC Players of the Week:
• Forward: Maddie Leaney, 🇨🇦, Union
(2G | 3G | 1A)
• Defender: Isabella Gratzl, 🇺🇸, Brown
(2G | 1G | 2A)
• Goalie: Felicia Frank, 🇸🇪, Quinnipiac
(2G | 1.95 GAA | .958 SV%)
• Rookie: Izzy Whynot, 🇨🇦, Harvard
(1G | .940 GAA | .955 SV%)
• Forward: Maddie Leaney, 🇨🇦, Union
(2G | 3G | 1A)
• Defender: Isabella Gratzl, 🇺🇸, Brown
(2G | 1G | 2A)
• Goalie: Felicia Frank, 🇸🇪, Quinnipiac
(2G | 1.95 GAA | .958 SV%)
• Rookie: Izzy Whynot, 🇨🇦, Harvard
(1G | .940 GAA | .955 SV%)
Yesterday marked the first time in covering the Charge that I didn’t speak with players like Zoe Boyd and Emerance Maschmeyer.
They both became staples on practice days and always gave me their time, even when I was super nervous and messed up the questions.
They both became staples on practice days and always gave me their time, even when I was super nervous and messed up the questions.
November 11, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Yesterday marked the first time in covering the Charge that I didn’t speak with players like Zoe Boyd and Emerance Maschmeyer.
They both became staples on practice days and always gave me their time, even when I was super nervous and messed up the questions.
They both became staples on practice days and always gave me their time, even when I was super nervous and messed up the questions.
Today’s an off day for the Charge so no better time to get caught up on training camp than to check out my latest for The Hockey News:
Updates on the health of players like Emily Clark and Katerina Mrazova, first looks at Ottawa's new Russian players, comments from head coach Carla MacLeod and more coming out of Ottawa Charge camp today from @chrissinclairrr.bsky.social
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Day Three Takeaways from Ottawa Charge Camp
Coach MacLeod sees early progress as new talent ignites speed and compete. Clark returns, and impressive draft picks set the pace on day three.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Today’s an off day for the Charge so no better time to get caught up on training camp than to check out my latest for The Hockey News:
Weekly awards time, as the WCHA has announced its Players of the Week:
• Forward: Rylee Bartz, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St.)
• Defender: Jenessa Gazdik, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St)
• Goaltender: Kaitlin Groess, 🇺🇸, Bemidji St
• Forward: Rylee Bartz, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St.)
• Defender: Jenessa Gazdik, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St)
• Goaltender: Kaitlin Groess, 🇺🇸, Bemidji St
November 11, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Weekly awards time, as the WCHA has announced its Players of the Week:
• Forward: Rylee Bartz, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St.)
• Defender: Jenessa Gazdik, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St)
• Goaltender: Kaitlin Groess, 🇺🇸, Bemidji St
• Forward: Rylee Bartz, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St.)
• Defender: Jenessa Gazdik, 🇺🇸, St. Thomas
(1g, 2a vs Bemidji St)
• Goaltender: Kaitlin Groess, 🇺🇸, Bemidji St
In this clip from Rinkside Rundown, Megan McKay talks about the growth of the women’s game and how her style fits the fast-paced, entertaining play fans want to see.
Full episode is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
Full episode is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
November 10, 2025 at 11:10 PM
In this clip from Rinkside Rundown, Megan McKay talks about the growth of the women’s game and how her style fits the fast-paced, entertaining play fans want to see.
Full episode is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
Full episode is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
In Ottawa USports news, Carleton Ravens defender Payton Miller was named as one of the Athletes of the Week.
Miller, from Deep River, Ontario, helped the Ravens to a comeback win over Windsor with a regulation goal and one in the shootout.
Miller, from Deep River, Ontario, helped the Ravens to a comeback win over Windsor with a regulation goal and one in the shootout.
November 10, 2025 at 10:13 PM
In Ottawa USports news, Carleton Ravens defender Payton Miller was named as one of the Athletes of the Week.
Miller, from Deep River, Ontario, helped the Ravens to a comeback win over Windsor with a regulation goal and one in the shootout.
Miller, from Deep River, Ontario, helped the Ravens to a comeback win over Windsor with a regulation goal and one in the shootout.
“I mean, when I'm playing with that team, I can't even tell who's a vet and who's a college kid. It's amazing what those younger kids can do.
The vets do a great job of taking them under their wing, helping them out. So it's really impressive.” - Gwyneth Philips on the growth of USA Hockey
The vets do a great job of taking them under their wing, helping them out. So it's really impressive.” - Gwyneth Philips on the growth of USA Hockey
November 10, 2025 at 10:07 PM
“I mean, when I'm playing with that team, I can't even tell who's a vet and who's a college kid. It's amazing what those younger kids can do.
The vets do a great job of taking them under their wing, helping them out. So it's really impressive.” - Gwyneth Philips on the growth of USA Hockey
The vets do a great job of taking them under their wing, helping them out. So it's really impressive.” - Gwyneth Philips on the growth of USA Hockey
“Everything. The rink, the team, the coaching.
I think lot of the aspects of this city really resonate with me and we've got the best fans in the league. That's a bonus to push anyone to want to extend.”
- Gwyneth Philips on her contract extension
I think lot of the aspects of this city really resonate with me and we've got the best fans in the league. That's a bonus to push anyone to want to extend.”
- Gwyneth Philips on her contract extension
November 10, 2025 at 10:04 PM
“Everything. The rink, the team, the coaching.
I think lot of the aspects of this city really resonate with me and we've got the best fans in the league. That's a bonus to push anyone to want to extend.”
- Gwyneth Philips on her contract extension
I think lot of the aspects of this city really resonate with me and we've got the best fans in the league. That's a bonus to push anyone to want to extend.”
- Gwyneth Philips on her contract extension
“To be able to have that recognition was incredibly special.
I was able to say thank you to a lot of people. You know, you don't get an opportunity as a player to get to that level without great people building you.” - Carla MacLeod, induction into Alberta Hockey Hall of Fame
I was able to say thank you to a lot of people. You know, you don't get an opportunity as a player to get to that level without great people building you.” - Carla MacLeod, induction into Alberta Hockey Hall of Fame
November 10, 2025 at 9:59 PM
“To be able to have that recognition was incredibly special.
I was able to say thank you to a lot of people. You know, you don't get an opportunity as a player to get to that level without great people building you.” - Carla MacLeod, induction into Alberta Hockey Hall of Fame
I was able to say thank you to a lot of people. You know, you don't get an opportunity as a player to get to that level without great people building you.” - Carla MacLeod, induction into Alberta Hockey Hall of Fame
“This was the city I wanted to be in.
As the organization has grown, and what we've been able to accomplish the last two seasons, I've just grown to love the community, the fans, the people we have within this organization.”
- Emily Clark on re-signing with the Charge
As the organization has grown, and what we've been able to accomplish the last two seasons, I've just grown to love the community, the fans, the people we have within this organization.”
- Emily Clark on re-signing with the Charge
November 10, 2025 at 9:55 PM
“This was the city I wanted to be in.
As the organization has grown, and what we've been able to accomplish the last two seasons, I've just grown to love the community, the fans, the people we have within this organization.”
- Emily Clark on re-signing with the Charge
As the organization has grown, and what we've been able to accomplish the last two seasons, I've just grown to love the community, the fans, the people we have within this organization.”
- Emily Clark on re-signing with the Charge
“I’ve never played so much hockey, so it was a good learning curve.
We rested and when we did get back at it, we hit the gym hard, and I think a lot of the girls witnessed today that everyone took their off season training seriously.” - Brianne Jenner
We rested and when we did get back at it, we hit the gym hard, and I think a lot of the girls witnessed today that everyone took their off season training seriously.” - Brianne Jenner
November 10, 2025 at 9:49 PM
“I’ve never played so much hockey, so it was a good learning curve.
We rested and when we did get back at it, we hit the gym hard, and I think a lot of the girls witnessed today that everyone took their off season training seriously.” - Brianne Jenner
We rested and when we did get back at it, we hit the gym hard, and I think a lot of the girls witnessed today that everyone took their off season training seriously.” - Brianne Jenner
OWHL commitment news, as Burlington Barracuda forward Addison Butler has committed to UPEI for next season.
Butler has 21 points through the first 16 games of the season.
Butler has 21 points through the first 16 games of the season.
November 10, 2025 at 9:20 PM
OWHL commitment news, as Burlington Barracuda forward Addison Butler has committed to UPEI for next season.
Butler has 21 points through the first 16 games of the season.
Butler has 21 points through the first 16 games of the season.
Day three of Ottawa Charge training camp offered a glimpse into what to expect from this group heading into a new season with high expectations.
My latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
My latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
Day Three Takeaways from Ottawa Charge Camp
Coach MacLeod sees early progress as new talent ignites speed and compete. Clark returns, and impressive draft picks set the pace on day three.
thehockeynews.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Day three of Ottawa Charge training camp offered a glimpse into what to expect from this group heading into a new season with high expectations.
My latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
My latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
The Ottawa Charge will be involved in four Takeover Tour games this year, two of which will be considered “home games.”
• Dec 21 vs Minnesota in Chicago
• Jan 11 vs Boston in Halifax
• Mar 22 vs Montreal in Winnipeg
• Apr 1 vs Toronto in Calgary
(Both “home games”)
• Dec 21 vs Minnesota in Chicago
• Jan 11 vs Boston in Halifax
• Mar 22 vs Montreal in Winnipeg
• Apr 1 vs Toronto in Calgary
(Both “home games”)
November 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
The Ottawa Charge will be involved in four Takeover Tour games this year, two of which will be considered “home games.”
• Dec 21 vs Minnesota in Chicago
• Jan 11 vs Boston in Halifax
• Mar 22 vs Montreal in Winnipeg
• Apr 1 vs Toronto in Calgary
(Both “home games”)
• Dec 21 vs Minnesota in Chicago
• Jan 11 vs Boston in Halifax
• Mar 22 vs Montreal in Winnipeg
• Apr 1 vs Toronto in Calgary
(Both “home games”)
A few notes from Charge GM Mike Hirshfeld:
• Mrazova is 100%
• RE: lone unsigned pick Peyton Hemp: if she makes the team, contract should be no issue
• will pick 7 best defenders; no concerns about side
• Alexandra Huszák: injured
• new AC Juuso Toivola will run defense
• Mrazova is 100%
• RE: lone unsigned pick Peyton Hemp: if she makes the team, contract should be no issue
• will pick 7 best defenders; no concerns about side
• Alexandra Huszák: injured
• new AC Juuso Toivola will run defense
November 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
A few notes from Charge GM Mike Hirshfeld:
• Mrazova is 100%
• RE: lone unsigned pick Peyton Hemp: if she makes the team, contract should be no issue
• will pick 7 best defenders; no concerns about side
• Alexandra Huszák: injured
• new AC Juuso Toivola will run defense
• Mrazova is 100%
• RE: lone unsigned pick Peyton Hemp: if she makes the team, contract should be no issue
• will pick 7 best defenders; no concerns about side
• Alexandra Huszák: injured
• new AC Juuso Toivola will run defense
Anyone wondering how Anna Shokhina and Fanuza Kadirova will fair in the PWHL should have zero concerns.
Impressive hands, great foot speed and incredible instincts. Third drill in a row that left me wondering “How in the world did she do that!”
Impressive hands, great foot speed and incredible instincts. Third drill in a row that left me wondering “How in the world did she do that!”
November 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Anyone wondering how Anna Shokhina and Fanuza Kadirova will fair in the PWHL should have zero concerns.
Impressive hands, great foot speed and incredible instincts. Third drill in a row that left me wondering “How in the world did she do that!”
Impressive hands, great foot speed and incredible instincts. Third drill in a row that left me wondering “How in the world did she do that!”
Camp invite Vita Poniatovskaia, a right shot defender, looks like a forward out there with her speed and deceptive shot.
Her addition to the lineup, notwithstanding the limited right shot options, would provide a huge offensive boost to the backend. A player to watch.
Her addition to the lineup, notwithstanding the limited right shot options, would provide a huge offensive boost to the backend. A player to watch.
November 10, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Camp invite Vita Poniatovskaia, a right shot defender, looks like a forward out there with her speed and deceptive shot.
Her addition to the lineup, notwithstanding the limited right shot options, would provide a huge offensive boost to the backend. A player to watch.
Her addition to the lineup, notwithstanding the limited right shot options, would provide a huge offensive boost to the backend. A player to watch.
Emily Clark is a full participant in practice and hasn’t missed a step.
Clark injured her wrist during the team’s playoff run last season.
Clark injured her wrist during the team’s playoff run last season.
November 10, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Emily Clark is a full participant in practice and hasn’t missed a step.
Clark injured her wrist during the team’s playoff run last season.
Clark injured her wrist during the team’s playoff run last season.
Heading to Ottawa Charge training camp for the first time this season. It’ll be great to be back!
I’ll be sharing videos and interview quotes, and will have a full recap for The Hockey News afterwards. Stay tuned!
I’ll be sharing videos and interview quotes, and will have a full recap for The Hockey News afterwards. Stay tuned!
November 10, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Heading to Ottawa Charge training camp for the first time this season. It’ll be great to be back!
I’ll be sharing videos and interview quotes, and will have a full recap for The Hockey News afterwards. Stay tuned!
I’ll be sharing videos and interview quotes, and will have a full recap for The Hockey News afterwards. Stay tuned!
Top Ottawa players (U22 Elite)
Scoring
3. Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 pts
9. Norah Nyaba (67s): 20 pts
10. Sydney Semiga (Nepean): 20 pts
16. Maggie Hughson (Nepean): 17 pts
20. Kylie Hollingsworth (Nepean): 16 pts
Goaltending
3. Anna Rioux (East Ottawa): 1.78 GAA, .946 SV%
Scoring
3. Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 pts
9. Norah Nyaba (67s): 20 pts
10. Sydney Semiga (Nepean): 20 pts
16. Maggie Hughson (Nepean): 17 pts
20. Kylie Hollingsworth (Nepean): 16 pts
Goaltending
3. Anna Rioux (East Ottawa): 1.78 GAA, .946 SV%
November 10, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Top Ottawa players (U22 Elite)
Scoring
3. Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 pts
9. Norah Nyaba (67s): 20 pts
10. Sydney Semiga (Nepean): 20 pts
16. Maggie Hughson (Nepean): 17 pts
20. Kylie Hollingsworth (Nepean): 16 pts
Goaltending
3. Anna Rioux (East Ottawa): 1.78 GAA, .946 SV%
Scoring
3. Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 pts
9. Norah Nyaba (67s): 20 pts
10. Sydney Semiga (Nepean): 20 pts
16. Maggie Hughson (Nepean): 17 pts
20. Kylie Hollingsworth (Nepean): 16 pts
Goaltending
3. Anna Rioux (East Ottawa): 1.78 GAA, .946 SV%
U22 Elite leaders:
Points:
🥇Madeline McCullough (Etobicoke): 29 points
🥈Adrianna Milani (Etobicoke): 28 points
🥉Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 points
Goaltending:
🥇Emeline Grennan (Etobicoke): 0.50 GAA, .976 SV%
🥈Grace Kipfer (Stoney Creek): 1.13 GAA, .956 SV%
Points:
🥇Madeline McCullough (Etobicoke): 29 points
🥈Adrianna Milani (Etobicoke): 28 points
🥉Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 points
Goaltending:
🥇Emeline Grennan (Etobicoke): 0.50 GAA, .976 SV%
🥈Grace Kipfer (Stoney Creek): 1.13 GAA, .956 SV%
November 10, 2025 at 1:23 PM
U22 Elite leaders:
Points:
🥇Madeline McCullough (Etobicoke): 29 points
🥈Adrianna Milani (Etobicoke): 28 points
🥉Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 points
Goaltending:
🥇Emeline Grennan (Etobicoke): 0.50 GAA, .976 SV%
🥈Grace Kipfer (Stoney Creek): 1.13 GAA, .956 SV%
Points:
🥇Madeline McCullough (Etobicoke): 29 points
🥈Adrianna Milani (Etobicoke): 28 points
🥉Mallea McMullin (Nepean): 27 points
Goaltending:
🥇Emeline Grennan (Etobicoke): 0.50 GAA, .976 SV%
🥈Grace Kipfer (Stoney Creek): 1.13 GAA, .956 SV%
Let’s check in on those U22 Elite standings:
🥇Etobicoke Dolphins: 43 points
🥈Nepean Jr Wildcats: 43 points
🥉Central York Panthers: 43 points
4. Barrie Sharks: 35 points
5. Mississauga Hurricanes: 35 points
🥇Etobicoke Dolphins: 43 points
🥈Nepean Jr Wildcats: 43 points
🥉Central York Panthers: 43 points
4. Barrie Sharks: 35 points
5. Mississauga Hurricanes: 35 points
November 10, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Let’s check in on those U22 Elite standings:
🥇Etobicoke Dolphins: 43 points
🥈Nepean Jr Wildcats: 43 points
🥉Central York Panthers: 43 points
4. Barrie Sharks: 35 points
5. Mississauga Hurricanes: 35 points
🥇Etobicoke Dolphins: 43 points
🥈Nepean Jr Wildcats: 43 points
🥉Central York Panthers: 43 points
4. Barrie Sharks: 35 points
5. Mississauga Hurricanes: 35 points
Here’s Ottawa’s women’s hockey weekend recap:
U22 Elite (5-1)
• 67s: 1-0
• Stars: 1-1
• Sens: 2-0
• Nepean: 1-0
USports (1-3)
• Ravens: 1-1
• Gee Gees: 0-2
U22 Elite (5-1)
• 67s: 1-0
• Stars: 1-1
• Sens: 2-0
• Nepean: 1-0
USports (1-3)
• Ravens: 1-1
• Gee Gees: 0-2
November 10, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Here’s Ottawa’s women’s hockey weekend recap:
U22 Elite (5-1)
• 67s: 1-0
• Stars: 1-1
• Sens: 2-0
• Nepean: 1-0
USports (1-3)
• Ravens: 1-1
• Gee Gees: 0-2
U22 Elite (5-1)
• 67s: 1-0
• Stars: 1-1
• Sens: 2-0
• Nepean: 1-0
USports (1-3)
• Ravens: 1-1
• Gee Gees: 0-2