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katrina liu
@dancekatrina13.bsky.social
lead with empathy | reporter at the vineyard gazette by day, co-managing editor & words about the kids at @offsidenewsco.bsky.social‬ by night, various other things all the time | 508 born and raised | she/her

https://linktr.ee/dancekatrina13
some pre-thanksgiving reading: i wrote about gavin mckenna because i couldn’t help myself
"With more attention comes necessary retooling. With more stakes comes a higher need to understand the bigger picture."

As the first half of the college hockey season wraps up, @dancekatrina13.bsky.social writes about Gavin McKenna. Read more here:
On Gavin McKenna, Being an Experience and Context — Offside News
Katrina writes about Gavin McKenna and how context is missing in the greater sphere when critiquing his play, regarding Penn State, coaching, and the shakiness of the new CHL / NCAA agreement.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:01 PM
i write about anything and everything these days

for the vineyard gazette: vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/11...
Chilmark Plumbs the Potential of Eco-Toilets
In the battle to prevent further pollution of the Vineyard’s ponds, Island officials are eying a new way of disposing human waste: cutting-edge toilets.
vineyardgazette.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:53 PM
jj wiebusch can we chat over coffee you fascinate me
"Syllabus week has long passed. Midterms have come and gone. How is everyone doing?"

@dancekatrina13.bsky.social checks in on what October has looked like for NCAA hockey. Read more here: buff.ly/cWCYKhQ
November 7, 2025 at 5:50 PM
checking in. im doing bad etc etc (not actually but you get it)
"Syllabus week has long passed. Midterms have come and gone. How is everyone doing?"

@dancekatrina13.bsky.social checks in on what October has looked like for NCAA hockey. Read more here: buff.ly/cWCYKhQ
November 4, 2025 at 9:09 PM
i haven't been here in a sec, but if you missed it, my friend michelle and i launched a podcast. we've been having so much fun with it and hope that listeners have fun with us too!!

open.spotify.com/show/2Odh9ny...
ep. 6 - spooky mormon hell dream
open.spotify.com
October 29, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Reposted by katrina liu
After an eventful summer of college hockey news, Michelle catches us up on everything you need to know heading into the season.

Read more here: buff.ly/EsVBXix

Graphic by Nicole Tse!
September 21, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Reposted by katrina liu
A new era for junior hockey and college hockey emerges, and we got things to say about it.

Read more from @nikitagz.bsky.social and @dancekatrina13.bsky.social here: buff.ly/Ayt7pgP
September 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
i had the opportunity to speak to casey o'brien about coming to the vineyard growing up, her time at wisconsin and what's ahead with @pwhlsirens.bsky.social 🎉🕺🏻🏒

for the vineyard gazette:

vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/07...
On the Ice, From Aquinnah Summers to Wisconsin Winters
Vineyard resident Casey O'Brien was drafted third overall last month in the Professional Women's Hockey League Entry Draft.
vineyardgazette.com
August 5, 2025 at 6:31 PM
just another day on the island - history made on a tuesday in july 🏊🏼🎉

for the vineyard gazette: vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/07...
Super Team Completes Nantucket to Vineyard Swim
The fourth time was the charm. On Tuesday, nine open-water swimmers completed a relay swim across the Nantucket Sound from Eel Point on Nantucket to the Edgartown Lighthouse on Martha’s Vineyard.
vineyardgazette.com
July 23, 2025 at 2:51 PM
open meeting time!!! come see what we're about🕺🏻
Open Meeting Alert! 📝🏒

Have you ever created a thread comparing NHLers to Labubus? Do you have strong opinions about PWHL expansion? Do you hate the Toronto Maple Leafs? You might be a hockey writer without even knowing. Join us for an open pitch meeting this Thursday!
July 21, 2025 at 1:26 PM
seeing allyson felix's journey in this documentary was such a treat!

for the vineyard gazette: vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/07...
Running With Allyson Felix, on the Track and Off
Four-time track and field Olympian Allyson Felix was the face of Nike for years. All over the world, she was on billboards and store walls, and starring in numerous commercials.
vineyardgazette.com
July 14, 2025 at 6:34 PM
i need to be better at posting on here but i've started as a contributor with blades of teal!!! check out my piece highlighting the ncaa faces who were at dev camp a few weeks ago. the future is very bright in the bay

bladesofteal.com/spotlighting...
Spotlighting the NCAA Sharks Prospects at Development Camp
The Sharks have loved their NCAA guys the last few years.  With recent young additions in Macklin Celebrini (Boston University), Will Smith (Boston College), Ca
bladesofteal.com
July 13, 2025 at 5:37 PM
happy fourth of july. this is what it means to me ❤️
"Names are important. They not only identify us as people, but they are often a sneak peek into the tale that makes us who we are."

@dancekatrina13.bsky.social reflects on name, identity, and what it means to be seen: buff.ly/v2NbzTV
July 5, 2025 at 2:48 AM
well that was something!
Missed the 2025 #NHLDraft? Don't worry! @dancekatrina13.bsky.social has you covered.

Read about all the hilarity here: buff.ly/hcQ66XD
June 29, 2025 at 9:29 PM
happy pwhl + nhl draft week for all those who celebrate! over at @offsidenewsco.bsky.social, we've been spotlighting some prospects who are looking to get their name called by a team this week! read them below:

offsidenewsco.com/news/tag/Pla...

(we have a few more coming in the next few days too!)
Player Profile — Offside News — Hockey news past the blue line.
offsidenewsco.com
June 23, 2025 at 7:18 PM
now it definitely pays off paying attention to your loved ones
After a rise in the second half of this past season, Sascha Boumedienne is ready for the 2025 #NHLDraft.

Read more from @dancekatrina13.bsky.social‬ here: buff.ly/5y4pfRa
June 16, 2025 at 11:13 PM
sometimes it pays off paying attention to your enemies
Our next player we're spotlighting in anticipation for the 2025 #NHLDraft is James Hagens.

Read more on what @dancekatrina13.bsky.social‬ has to say about him here: buff.ly/RdmFFt7
June 14, 2025 at 11:02 PM
thank you to the class of 2025 for letting me share in your last moments together. it's been a pleasure🥳🎓

who is the class of 2025? vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/06...

graduation: vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/06...
Class of 2025 Made Its Mark on the Community
When describing the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School class of 2025 one word immediately comes to mind for class advisors Erin Slossberg and Nell Coogan: resilience.
vineyardgazette.com
June 9, 2025 at 1:50 PM
a little silliness never hurt anyone
The #SJSharks were last in the NHL this year, but No. 1 in our hearts.

Read @dancekatrina13.bsky.social‬ count down some of the most entertaining on and off-ice moments from the star Sharks rookies here:
Best Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith Moments — Offside News
A ranking of the duo's best moments in their rookie season with the San Jose Sharks
buff.ly
May 29, 2025 at 10:29 PM
introducing: the memorial day wahoo 2025!! summer's approaching quickly, whether the weather wants to cooperate or not😎

for the vineyard gazette (a triple byline with my fantastic coworkers!!): vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/05...
Summer Season Starts With Anticipation and Some Anxiety
Memorial Day weekend has arrived on Martha’s Vineyard, bringing with it a mix of uncertainty and optimism as Islanders navigate the shifting political and economic climates.
vineyardgazette.com
May 23, 2025 at 2:27 PM
calling all boston university and boston college hockey fans! i’m working on an in-depth history/op-ed piece for
@offsidenewsco.bsky.social‬ about the battle of comm ave. i would love to hear from you. please share with your friends (and enemies!) who might be interested! thank you!

bit.ly/4kzXgpT
The Battle of Commonwealth Ave
calling all BU and BC hockey fans! i’m working on an in-depth history/op-ed piece for offside news co about the battle of com ave. i would love to hear your thoughts about it in this survey below! ple...
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May 22, 2025 at 1:57 AM
town meeting season continues! it was chilmark's turn last night.

for the vineyard gazette: vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/04...
Chilmark Passes Leaf Blower Rules, But Only for Commercial Crews
Chilmark voters approved restrictions on leaf blowers and gave initial approval for overrides totaling nearly $750,000 during the annual town meeting Monday evening.
vineyardgazette.com
April 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
among everything happening with playoffs right now, there's a very, very important trial occurring. to love something is to demand better of it. take care of yourselves and all my love and thoughts are with E.M and survivors everywhere
CW: Discussions of sexual assault and self-harm.

The trial of five 2018 Canadian World Juniors players charged with sexual assault began in London, ON, this week. For updated coverage free of paywalls, we have compiled information about the case here: buff.ly/ZHRUzq0
April 24, 2025 at 2:57 PM
it was a pleasure speaking to coach about, well, everything. congrats on a great career!

for the vineyard gazette:
vineyardgazette.com/news/2025/04...
Hockey Coach Matt Mincone Skates to a Strong Finish
After 27 years of coaching the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School boys’ varsity hockey team, Matt Mincone is retiring. His long career included two state championship wins.
vineyardgazette.com
April 21, 2025 at 4:13 PM