Two The Rink Podcast

G-Cat discussed the coming changes as he prepares for the life of a Double-A parent, Puffy vows to behave better at the city finals, and the guys discuss ball hockey plans for the summer. The boys update playoff outcomes in the final Stoff Market of the season. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Two The Rink - "Giver Hockey" (S2E74) Mike Givens from Giver Hockey joins the podcast. Mike talks about his young hockey career in the G, how working with kids with autism helped him in his developmental career, and outlines the impact new stick technology makes. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

G-Cat and Puffy update the current playoff picture in the G, react to the Live Barn outage, and pitch a GTHL behind the scenes documentary. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys discuss the playoff atmosphere in the G where games get heated, do a deep dive on the origins of the Zamboni, and talk about American boycotts… at the super market. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Shannon Crookston, General Manager of the Scarborough Young Bruins, joins the podcast. Shannon shares her story on how and why she became a GM, waht the role entails, and it's like dealing with parents and the GTHL. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

With the playoffs underway the boys recap some epic finishes to the regular season, preview playoff series, and G-Cat has an idea for a special mid-season tournament in the G. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

G-Cat and Puffy discuss parking lot issues, swimming in the pool before the game, and ponder how to squeeze a vacation in during march break. We get an update on tight playoff races around the 'G', and the playoff betting season gets underway on the Stoff Market. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys discuss the situation surrounding the Mississauga Rattlers and their eligibility, look back at a crazy week in the 'G', and debate whether or not you should book a march break vacation during the playoffs. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy recaps his vacation and what it was like to keep an eye on the G from afar, while G-Cat tells us the origins of the Humber Valley Sharks. The boys look back at the week in the GTHL, discuss the return of Scarborough Gardens and give their Super bowl predictions. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Today on Two the Rink, we're thrilled to welcome Scott Campbell to the podcast. Scott wears a lot of hats in the hockey world as the Director of North American Programs with Canlan Sports, where he oversees leagues, tournaments, and camps across Canada and the U.S. When he's not shaping the game at a macro level, he's scouting for the Soo Greyhounds in the OHL, where he's been for seven years, and he's also previously worked with the Sudbury Wolves and Oshawa Generals. And if that wasn't enough, Scott's out on the ice coaching U8 Tornados (Red) and helping with the U7 house league at Ted Reeve. He's a hockey guy through and through, and we can't wait to dive into his story. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Another week and another update on what's happening in the G. Puffy recaps the Huron experience while G-Cat gives us the origin story of the Silver Stick Tournament. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

This is officially a travelling pod!. Puffy is putting boots on the ground as he joins the pod live from the Silver Stick Tournament in Huron. Meanwhile G-Cat is on the west coast joining us from the Vancouver Airport. The boys discuss the latest happenings in the 'G', and discuss happens when your young player forgets their skates on a road trip. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

G-Cat is living in Full Ice bliss, while Puffy brings us more news from Port Huron. The guys get into the GTHL playoff push, and the discussions that are beginning to take place regarding next season. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy recaps his time at the Juniors, G-Cat discovers a new prospect in U16, and we learn that West Hill is not west at all. The boys debate whether coaches should crush fries at the rink, and look forward to a busy time in youth hockey with the playoff push, silver sticks tournaments, and the Prospects Game, all just around the corner. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

G-Cat plays a little shinny, Puffy has a major announcement of international proportions, and we get a festive edition of the Stoff Market.

Dan Crosby updates us on his BioSteel journey, how the brand services the next generation of athletes, and why the brand is so well embraced in youth sports. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Jam packed episode with Four Nation roster reactions, the GTHL Prospects Game roster reveal, and the storied origin of the Toronto Titans. Puffy travels across the border for a family affair, while G-Cat takes on the hecklers and the left turn on the Allen. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy reviews the Guelph tournament he attended, while G-Cat recaps his team's trip to Buffalo and the boys wonder what minor hockey is like in Russia. We catch up with the latest happening in the G, and further explore the half-ice debate. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy proclaims the best refereed game he's ever witnessed, while G-Cat shares an update in the great fry debate, and we learn the origins of the Curly Davies. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Today on the podcast, we have the privilege of welcoming Gerald Flach, the Founder of Gritty Mental Performance Training. Gerald's journey began with a profound personal discovery of the power of mindset, thanks to Dr. Carol Dweck's influential book, Mindset. This transformative insight led him to a mission that's deeply personal and impactful: making mental performance training as essential as physical training for young athletes. As a certified mental performance coach and a dedicated father with kids in the GTHL, Gerald has seen firsthand the importance of nurturing a strong mental game alongside physical skills. Through his work with Gritty, Gerald aims to equip athletes with the tools they need to develop a limitless mindset—one that empowers them both on and off the field. His dedication to mental performance training is not just a career but a calling, and his innovative Gritty app is designed to help young athletes unlock their full potential and lead richer lives. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys are back with another lap around The G. Puffy celebrates a silver stick win, G-Cat gets the call up to the big leagues and we learn the origins of Vic Village. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys discuss the potential pitfalls of road tournaments, learn the history of the Vic Johnston Community Centre, and debate the best place to live in Ontario outside of the GTA. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome David Eccelston to the podcast! David wears many hats in the hockey world, from Head Coach of the Humber Hawks to U18 Series Chair for the GTHL. Join us as we explore David's unique perspective on balancing multiple roles, his keys to team success, and memorable moments from championships to coaching highlights. Get ready for an insider look into what drives his passion for the game and insights into the evolving hockey landscape. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy talks about a down week for his Ti-Cats, G cat wants to see a GTHL store, and the boys discuss the inside out of spring league hockey. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys take issue with flooding the ice after the second period, discuss the Frozen Frenzy that was, and learn the history of Goulding Park. In one of our more controversial moments, one of the podcast members wants the 2010 Triple-A Senators investigated. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

TSN's James Duthie joins the podcast to discuss how he got his start in broadcasting, provide advice for the kids wanting to get into sports media, and pick his favourite TSN collogue. The boys pull the ultimate reverse card and make Duthie take The Quiz! Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The guys discuss what different arenas have to offer, Puffy brags about his parking spot at Scotia pond, and G-Cat talks about his issues with half ice hockey. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys give us a recap week 1 of the GTHL, and provide another Stoff Market update. Puff attempts to introduce war time analytics, and wants to see rule changes south of the border. G-CAT talks about his team's injury bug and fills us in on who Carl Hall was. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys are back to discuss the latest happenings in the G. Puffy recaps the preseason tournament in Ohio, while G-Cap discusses the Battle Of The Cousins, and looks ahead to the Brian Steele tourney. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy and G-Cat are back with for a second season! Puff is heading to Ohio, while G-Cat looks forward to the Brian Steele Tournament. We learn the origin story of the Markham Waxers and debut our new segment "The Stoff Market". Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The guys are joined by the Head Coach of the U13 and U15 Double A Ticats, Tanya Cameron. Tanya gives advice to other women considering coaching, speaks on how hockey can help develop better students, and emphasizes the importance of commitment and keeping your word. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy and G-Cat are back with their City Final updates for the last remaining age groups. The guys discuss the GTHL alumni that are currently playing in the NHL playoffs, talk about the pros and cons of spring hockey, and learn about the origins of Buckingham Sports Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Cale Yeo and Masi Hamalainen from the Ted Reeves U16 Single A join the podcast. The boys discuss their warm up routines, the importance of maintaining a good hockey school/balance, and what they look forward to next season. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

The boys provide an update on all the tournaments as the Update on City finals are wrapping up, discuss the Clever League, and look forward to tryouts which are just around the corner. Puffy discusses his trip to Augusta, G-Cat fills us in on the origin of the Leaside name, and Stoff drops in to update the most degenerate segment of the pod. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order! Coming Soon: Two The Rink Spotify Playlist

The boys are back with an update on the playoffs, revealing who's heading to the city finals. Puffy shares some great on ice family news, G-Cat brings up a unique team from the past, and the guys discuss how they feel as the season nears its end. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

U13 Single A Avenue Road Mighty Ducks Head Coach, and former GTHL player, Tye Campbell joins the pod. Tye talks about ho he got into coaching, how close the playoff races were this year, and comments on the event s of March 14th. The boys discuss in season tryouts, and the preference between series and round robins.

Puffy and the G-Cat return with more playoff updates and more friendly wagering.The guys comment on parents calling the league for suspensions, discuss two GTHL coaches nearly coming to blows, and learn more about George Bell Arena. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Don't miss this must listen to edition of the Two The Rink Interview Series. Puffy and the G-Cat sit down with Abu Hafejee as he takes us inside the mind of a GTHL referee. Abu comments on the relationship between parents and referees, the importance in making confident calls, and accepting that nobody on the ice likes you.

Puffy and the G-Cat return with another playoff update, as they attempt to set the stakes of their Triple A bets. The boys clear up the OHL Cup from last week's episode, touch on a wild tiebreaker used in a five-way tie in the U13 Division, and discuss rules against fans disrupting play with excessive noise. Use Coupon Code: TWOTHERINK at checkout to save 20% on your next BioSteel order!

Puffy and the G-Cat are back with a much needed Playoff Update, read your reactions to the idea of trades in the 'G', and look back at the life of Herb Carnegie.

Puffy and G-Cat are back with a playoff update! The boys share injury news, discuss things to consider when having a young one transition to goalie, and breakdown tryouts & birthday skates.

Joey aka Hockey Stick Man joins the pod to share his origin story, and his passion for collecting and fixing sticks, as Puffy and G-Cat push for an east-end store.

Out with the rankings… In with the playoffs! Puffy's got a new package just in time for the post season, G-cat deals with a closed snack bar, and all march break plans are at the mercy of the schedule release. The boys get political on half ice hockey, and discuss the potential of playing in the GTHL golf tournament.

Puffy and the G-Cat are joined by entrepreneurial business leader Dan Crosby. Dan discusses how he got started in the supplement business, the importance of parental trust in a product, and what led to his acquisition of BioSteel.

Puffy and G-Cat come through with the final rankings segment of the season, and share your poll results! The boys discuss frantic times in the arena with players changing teams, suggest that considerations that should be made for March Break, and think back to playoff tensions of the seasons past.

The playoff races heating up, and Puffy and G-Cat are here with the latest instalment of the rankings! The boys note the difference in crowd atmosphere between Single A and Triple A games, discuss the distraction of tryout skates at this time of year, and dip back into the 90s for their pump up song selections.

A very special edition of our Interview Series as Puffy and the G-Cat are joined by Thai Wakelin, Dhillon Bajwa, and Nico Medrano of the Mississauga Beast U12 AA hockey team. Our guest players discuss their favorite hockey stars, their hobbies, different playing styles, and their experiences of playing in the GTHL.

Puffy and G-Cat are back to talk rankings and the playoff push in the G. Puff is live from St. Lucia, G cat gives us the Rochester recap, and the boys discuss drama in the stands and behind the bench.

Mike Leibovitz, head coach of the U11 Single A Vaughan Rangers, joins Puffy and the G-Cat, to discuss his team's success so far this season, the importance of team camaraderie, end of season goals, and of course the ranking system.

Puffy and the G-Cat update the weekly rankings, as the playoff push starts to form in the 'G'. The boys run into each other at the rink, discuss the importance of facemasks, and find out that their music selections might be deemed uncool by their kids. Run into each other at the rink.

The guys update the weekly rankings, Puffy recaps a legendary east end hockey outing, while G-Cat boycotts TikTok. The boys discuss the introduction of the green arm band for new referees, breakdown the playoff formats in 'The G', and ask you to submit your wildest crazy hockey parent stories.