Evan and Pat discuss recent girls prep hockey results and key matchups. They highlight notable games like Williston's victory over Andover and speculate about playoff seedings. The conversation then shifts to Boys Prep hockey, analyzing teams on the cusp of the Elite Eight like Cushing and Andover. The discussion also covers upcoming crucial matches and possible tournament outcomes. Evan and Pat then engage in a debate comparing soccer and hockey across several categories, including equipment cost, popularity, and signature moments. They conclude with a preview of the high school state playoffs, focusing on both boys and girls teams to watch as the postseason approaches.

Topics

00:55 Girls Prep Hockey Highlights

01:43 Williston vs. Andover Analysis

05:12 Elite Eight Playoff Projections

12:20 Cushing's Playoff Push

18:14 Kimball Union's Struggles

23:57 Upcoming Key Matchups

26:55 MIAA Bracket Release

28:46 Big Wins and Power Rankings

29:19 Top Teams and Tournament Predictions

30:42 Belmont and Arlington Discussion

31:46 Girls MIAA Power Rankings

32:29 Hingham Showcase Highlights

38:11 Young Talent in MIAA

40:12 Overtime: Soccer vs. Hockey

49:35 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Evan and Pat dive deep into recent hockey events and upcoming playoff scenarios. The duo discusses the significance of the recent Boston University Beanpot win and the implications for local stars like Cole Iserman and James Higgins. The conversation shifts to an in-depth analysis of both boys' and girls' prep hockey power rankings, focusing on the Elite Eight and projected playoff seedings. They also explore notable prep careers, such as Brian Day's upcoming retirement. The MIAA playoff outlook for both boys' and girls' divisions is examined, identifying key teams, potential spoilers, and standout players. The episode concludes with a light-hearted overtime segment featuring fun questions about NHL traditions, favorite outdoor hockey experiences, and jersey mishaps.

Topics

00:25 BU Beanpot Victory Recap

03:08 Discussion on College Hockey Players

05:38 Boys Prep Hockey Playoff Picture

17:54 Girls Prep Hockey Playoff Picture

28:56 Upcoming MIA Championships

29:41 Nostalgic Weekend at Home

29:50 Boys Power Rankings Breakdown

32:22 Catholic Conference Teams Analysis

33:57 Public Schools in the Tournament

34:50 Belmont's Top Line and Goalie

39:39 Girls Division One Rankings

43:15 Girls Division Two Rankings

49:33 Overtime Questions and Wrap-Up

52:16 Outdoor Hockey Traditions

54:20 Favorite Hockey Uniforms

Evan and Pat delve into reactions and analysis from the latest Beanpot tournament games, discussing disappointments and highlights. They also explore the emerging talents and performances in both boys and girls prep school hockey, highlighting teams like Deerfield, Dexter, and Groton. The discussion extends to MIAA boys and girls hockey, identifying top teams and potential surprises for the upcoming tournaments. The episode concludes with a fun 'Would You Rather' segment where Evan and Patrick debate hypothetical hockey career scenarios.

Topics

00:24 Beanpot Tournament Recap

02:03 Local Players Shine at Beanpot

02:33 Youth Involvement in Beanpot

05:43 Boys Prep Hockey Highlights

07:33 Deerfield's Strong Season

09:38 Elite Eight Projections

14:32 Girls Prep Hockey Update

17:02 Deerfield and BBN Girls Teams

18:47 Analyzing the Elite Eight Prospects

20:02 Groton's Impressive Comeback

20:52 Top Teams and Tournament Predictions

22:36 MIA Boys Hockey Highlights

23:50 Belmont's Potential in the Tournament

29:27 MIA Girls Hockey Overview

33:17 Overtime: Would You Rather?

40:05 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

Host Evan Marinofsky and co-host Patrick Donnelly dive into several key topics. They recap the Ed Burns tournament, highlighting notable games and player performances. They then transition to forecast the Elite Eight for both boys and girls prep hockey, analyzing current standings, pivotal upcoming games, and potential upsets. The conversation also touches on the large and small school brackets and teams poised to make an impact. The episode concludes with a fun segment called Overtime, featuring memorable hockey quotes and the hosts' reactions to them.

Topics

00:25 Flu Shots and CVS Experiences

01:45 Hockey Season Overview

02:15 Ed Burns Tournament Recap

03:14 Braintree vs. Reading Analysis

07:25 Hingham vs. Winchester Breakdown

09:41 Belmont's Top Line and Tournament Potential

12:52 Arlington's Dominant Performance

15:04 Girls Prep Hockey: Williston vs. Dexter

18:36 Elite Eight Forecasting

25:28 Tabor's Tough Schedule and Future Prospects

25:48 Boys Elite Eight Rankings Breakdown

26:19 St. Mark's Impressive Performance

27:42 Dexter and Avon's Dominance

28:11 Salisbury's Remarkable Turnaround

28:50 Cushing's Mixed Results

29:10 Potential Elite Eight Contenders

31:04 Large and Small School Tournament Insights

36:17 Overtime: Best Hockey Quotes

45:10 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Evan and Pat discuss the current state of New England prep and MIAA hockey halfway through the season. They address the impact of the cold weather on pond hockey plans, analyze the rankings and performances of boys and girls prep teams, and highlight standout players. Key topics include the dominance and surprises in both the boys' and girls' leagues, individual player performances, and predictions for the tournaments ahead. The episode wraps up with an entertaining 'newlywed game' style quiz where the hosts guess each other's hockey preferences and memories.

Topics

00:00 Introduction and Cold Weather Woes

01:55 Midseason Reflections and Tournament Speculations

03:48 Boys Prep Rankings and Key Teams

05:40 Standout Players and Team Performances

11:36 Surprises and Emerging Teams

14:38 Questions for the Stretch Run

17:38 Girls Prep Midseason Report

28:50 MIA Boys and Girls Analysis

33:24 Tournament Predictions and Surprises

33:54 St. John's Prep and Catholic Conference Highlights

35:47 Winchester's Potential and Other Contenders

38:05 Girls' Hockey Standouts and Surprises

46:22 Duxbury's Dominance and D1 Highlights

48:58 Overtime: Hockey Trivia Challenge

58:01 Conclusion and Upcoming Content

Evan and Pat discuss the tumultuous mid-season landscape of prep and MIAA hockey. They delve into boys' and girls' teams rankings, top performances, and impactful games, as well as the challenges and successes teams have faced post-holiday break. The hosts also reflect on the importance of power plays, the relevance of the President's Trophy, and the tradition of handshake lines in a dedicated 'Overtime' segment, all while highlighting the unpredictability and excitement characterizing the current hockey season.

Topics

01:32 Pond Hockey Adventures

03:56 Boys Prep Hockey Highlights

05:03 Dexter vs. Brunswick Showdown

09:15 Thayer's Impressive Season

12:24 Elite Eight Playoff Seedings

15:24 NHL Draft Prospects

18:43 Girls Prep Hockey Dominance

26:15 Top Five Teams Analysis

26:53 Girls' Side Undefeated Teams

27:57 Upcoming Key Matches

29:49 Elite Eight Rankings Discussion

32:19 MIAA Boys' Power Rankings

39:32 MIAA Girls' Power Rankings

44:31 Overtime: Overrated or Underrated

52:49 Wrap-Up and Upcoming Content

Evan and Pat recap post-holiday hockey action. They discuss their personal holiday experiences, notable performances from recent girls' and boys' prep tournaments, and significant matchups in the MIAA. Key highlights include Williston's dominance in the Harrington tournament, Tilton's strong start, Andover's historic win, and emerging teams like Arlington and St. John's Prep in the MIAA. The episode also covers standout players and team dynamics, offering insights into upcoming league play.

Topics

01:42 Prep Tournaments Overview

02:25 Girls Prep Hockey Highlights

02:42 Williston's Dominance at Harrington

06:27 Thayer and Other Teams to Watch

10:24 Girls Prep Rankings Update

12:16 Boys Prep Hockey Highlights

12:46 Andover's Historic Win at Floodmar

14:43 Top Players in Prep Hockey

18:01 Tilton's Impressive Season

18:42 Team Highlights and Tournament Wins

19:41 Brunswick's Dominance and Key Players

22:25 Salisbury's Slow Start and Future Prospects

24:51 Boys MIA: Surprises and Standouts

31:52 Girls MIA: Tenny Cup Recap

37:24 Conclusion and Upcoming League Play

Evan and Pat delve into the latest updates in prep hockey, highlighting the November-December edition of the New England Hockey Journal. They discuss the recent rankings, standout teams, and key players to watch in upcoming holiday tournaments like the Groton Lawrence Holiday Tournament and Avon Old Farms Holiday Classic. The episode also covers significant games involving schools like Dexter Southfield, Phillips Andover, and others. In the second half, they creatively brainstorm plots and casts for fictional hockey movies, injecting festive humor and storytelling into the discussion.

Topics

00:00 Introduction and Magazine Shoutout

01:18 Weekend Recap and Dexter's Surprise Victory

02:45 Prep Holiday Tournaments Overview

04:10 Groton Lawrence Holiday Tournament Preview

07:37 Avon Old Farms Holiday Classic Preview

10:29 Floodmar Tournament Highlights

12:58 Kevin Mutch Tournament Insights

15:14 Brooks Pingree and Other Tournaments

16:56 Girls Holiday Tournaments Preview

29:05 Celebrating John Missouri's 400th Win

30:15 Overtime: Creating Hockey Movies

30:39 Movie 1: Top Shelf - A Hockey Christmas Story

39:12 Movie 2: Empty Net - A Heartwarming Hockey Tale

48:29 Wrapping Up and Future Ideas