Episodes

  • Skating | Episode 8
    Nov 5 2024

    it is the essential skill every player must have. Let's Play Hockey welcomes MINNESOTA WILD skating instructor Andy Ness to the show to talk about the importance of skating technique and how important skating is in becoming a complete hockey player. Andy dives deep into his experience working with some of the world's best skaters like MINNESOTA WILD star Kirill Kaprizov to provide insight on what separates some players form others, and also provides tips on how young players can work on improving their skating skills.


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    43 mins
  • The State of College Hockey | Episode 7
    Oct 11 2024

    With the puck about to drop on college hockey, Brian and Bryan discuss the college hockey landscape. With transfer portals, NIL money and now the current litigation of Canadian Hockey League players possibly becoming NCAA eligible, your college hockey is not your uncles' college hockey!

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    38 mins
  • Is There Such A Thing As Too Much Ice? | Episode 6
    Aug 9 2024

    Zollman and Bonin's perspectives on summer hockey and summer training can be quite insightful, given their expertise. Let’s break down the pros and cons of summer hockey and training based on their views and general knowledge. Overall, Zollman and Bonin provide a balanced view of the benefits and drawbacks of summer hockey and training. It’s essential for players to weigh these factors and find a schedule that supports their development while maintaining overall enjoyment and being a kid. Also an inside look at T R Holler perspective on " The four S's that matter. Skill Skating Smarts Speed. NOT SIZE.

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    33 mins
  • Basking in the Glow of the Tourney | Episode 5
    Mar 27 2024

    Riding the Tourney high, the guys cover hockey, hair, refs, and expo! There's too much to love from this year's tourney to have just one episode about it.

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    52 mins
  • Tourney Talk (Live From the Let's Play Hockey Expo) | Episode 4
    Mar 14 2024

    Bryan Zollman is joined by former Gopher, Hobey Baker winner Brian Bonin, and Pulltab Sports Editor-in-Chief and All Hockey Hair Team creator John King to talk all things Minnesota hockey! The guys are coming live from the Let’s Play Hockey Expo and are joined by USHL Vice President Ian Gentile.

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    39 mins
  • Cake Eaters and Hockeytown! | Episode 3
    Feb 28 2024

    Bryan Zollman is joined by former Gopher, Hobey Baker winner Brian Bonin, and Pulltab Sports Editor-in-Chief and All Hockey Hair Team creator John King to talk all things Minnesota hockey! Hear the wrap up of the girls tournament, Mr. and Ms. Hockey Awards, and boys sectionals!

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    52 mins
  • Get Stoked for Sectionals! | Episode 2
    Feb 14 2024

    Bryan Zollman is joined by former Gopher, Hobey Baker winner Brian Bonin, and Pulltab Sports Editor-in-Chief and All Hockey Hair Team creator John King to talk all things Minnesota hockey! Why are sectionals better than the actual tournament and what restructuring needs to be done to create a even but competitive playing field?

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    56 mins
  • Minnetonka’s Galácticos, the P-Dub, And the Impact of Online Schooling | Episode 1
    Jan 18 2024

    The Let’s Play Hockey pod takes a solo lap making its debut as a show! Bryan Zollman is joined by former Gopher, Hobey Baker winner, White Bear Lake legend and Hill Murray hockey dad Brian Bonin, and Pulltab Sports Editor-in-Chief and All Hockey Hair Team creator John King. The guys discuss Minnetonka’s super team, recruiting, the changing landscape of high school hockey, and the P-Dub’s promising start.

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    1 hr and 20 mins