Chris Sinclair

Here’s a clip from my conversation with Viivi Vainikka, as she talks about how each step of her hockey career has helped to prepare her for what’s next: the 2026 PWHL Draft. Episode 126 with Viivi Vainikka is out now. Check it out and make sure to subscribe: open.substack.com/pub/rinkside...

I asked Charge GM Mike Hirshfeld about how the organization’s three protected players contribute to the growth of the culture within the team:

Ottawa Charge GM Mike Hirshfeld on why the organization protected Gwyneth Philips, Ronja Savolainen and Rebecca Leslie:

Coming soon to Rinkside Rundown: I’m joined by friend of the show Lyndsey Janes, former captain at Mount Royal University and current assistant coach at the University of Manitoba to talk about her switch from player to coach. Subscribe now so you don’t miss this episode: rinksiderundown.ca

Sometimes, an athlete’s pursuit of greatness leads them to forget why they fell in love with the sport. Holy Cross forward Charlotte Sonntag talks about how she found her true identity and became the player she is today. Our full conversation is out now: www.rinksiderundown.ca/p/charlotte-...

Holy Cross forward Charlotte Sonntag talks about how the coaches and professors at Holy Cross helped her to balance elite hockey and a double major in chemistry and biology. Discover Charlotte’s story on the latest episode of Rinkside Rundown, out now: www.rinksiderundown.ca/p/charlotte-...

In this clip from the latest episode of Rinkside Rundown, Holy Cross forward Charlotte Sonntag shares why she chose Holy Cross and what made it feel like home. Learn more about Charlotte on Episode 125 of Rinkside Rundown, out now: www.rinksiderundown.ca/p/charlotte-...

In an upcoming episode, I’m joined by Northeastern University forward Grace Sadura. She shares how important family was to her being able to pursue her dreams, despite the fact that they knew nothing on the sport. Subscribe to Rinkside Rundown so you don’t miss this episode: rinksiderundown.ca

Holy Cross forward Charlotte Sonntag was intimidated when she first stepped on the ice with Shattuck St. Mary’s during her junior career. Hear how she overcame that intimidation, and be sure to check out our full conversation on Rinkside Rundown, out now: www.rinksiderundown.ca/p/charlotte-...

PWHL Hamilton GM Meghan Duggan spoke about why now was the right time to move to the PWHL, and why Hamilton appealed to her.

PWHL Las Vegas GM Dominque DiDia spoke with the media about the expansion process, and what it is that she sees will help to build a competitive team from day one.

PWHL San Jose’s General Manager Troy Ryan spoke about why he wanted to take on the GM role with the expansion team.

PWHL Detroit General Manager Manon Rhéaume spoke with the media today, and talked about how this particular opportunity was a good fit for her.

In an upcoming episode of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Colgate University forward Elyssa Biederman as she shares why the upcoming PWHL Draft is extra special. Our full conversation is coming soon, so make sure to subscribe: rinksiderundown.ca

Here’s a clip from my conversation with Yale University’s Carina DiAntonio, where she talks about how stepping into the captaincy with the team helped her to go outside her comfort zone. Episode 124 with Carina is out now: open.substack.com/pub/rinkside...

On the latest episode of Rinkside Rundown, hear from Yale University captain Carina DiAntonio on how the program’s academics helped her to become more disciplined and intentional with her time. Discover Carina’s story now on Rinkside Rundown: open.substack.com/pub/rinkside...

In this clip of an upcoming episode of Rinkside Rundown, I speak with St. Lawrence University goaltender and assistant captain Emma-Sofie Nordstrøm about what it would mean to hear her name called at the 2026 PWHL Draft. Subscribe now so you don’t miss our full conversation: rinksiderundown.ca

Ottawa Charge captain Brianne Jenner spoke with the media yesterday at the year end press conference. While acknowledging that the impending expansion will change the roster composition, she remains thankful for the season that was.

Ottawa Charge GM Mike Hirshfeld spoke with the media yesterday about the season, and while acknowledging that players will be lost as part of the expansion process, believes in the vision the group has to ensure another successful season next year.

Yesterday, the Ottawa Charge held their year end press conference. Here, captain Brianne Jenner talks about the continued record setting fan support from the Ottawa community. Rebecca Leslie echoed the sentiment and thanked the fans for always showing up, including to travel to Montreal.

On the latest episode of my podcast, Rinkside Rundown, I had the chance to speak with Yale’s captain Carina DiAntonio, and in this clip, she shares why she chose Yale. Episode 124 of Rinkside Rundown is out now: open.substack.com/pub/rinkside...

Ottawa Charge defenders Rory Guilday and Ronja Savolainen spoke with the media today about the chemistry between the two which helped create an effective pairing with the team.

Ottawa Charge forward Emily Clark spoke with the media today about what it meant to play postseason games at the Canadian Tire Centre.

Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin spoke with the media, following their Walter Cup win, about the journey she’s been on and what winning this trophy means to her.

The Ottawa Charge take on the Montreal Victoire in Game 4 in their final home game of the season. After a thrilling 2-1 win in Game 3 on Monday, can they push this series to Game 5 back in Montreal?

In an upcoming episode of Rinkside Rundown, I’m joined by Boston University forward Sydney Healey. In this clip, Sydney talks about the dream to play in “an NHL for girls.” Subscribe to Rinkside Rundown so you don’t miss this episode, coming soon: rinksiderundown.ca

Ottawa Charge head coach Carla MacLeod spoke with the media earlier today about the fact that the team doesn’t need to change what they’re doing, it’s just about getting 2% better all the time.

Here’s another clip from Ottawa Charge practice earlier today, and a great look forward Brooke McQuigge’s wrist shot.

On Episode 123 of my podcast, Rinkside Rundown, I spoke with University of Minnesota Duluth forward Thea Johansson about what it would mean to join the PWHL. Here’s a clip from that conversation, and be sure to check out the full episode, out now: open.substack.com/pub/rinkside...

Ottawa Charge forward Emily Clark speaks with the media about the impact that teammate Rebecca Leslie has had on the group, and what it’s meant to grow up through hockey together.

Ottawa Charge goaltender Sanni Ahola hits the ice ahead of practice here at the Canadian Tire Centre. Side note: very strange being here without fans in the stands

Ottawa Charge forward Rebecca Leslie talks about the impact Peyton Hemp has had on the lineup as she scored her first career PWHL playoff goal in Game 3.

Ottawa Charge head coach spoke with the media about the resiliency of the team following their 2-1 Game 3 win over the Montreal Victoire

What a great afternoon here at the Canadian Tire Centre. A huge crowd is expected, which wouldn’t be surprising based on the turnout here at Fan Zone!

This moment during my conversation with University of Minnesota Duluth forward Thea Johansson was one that stood out to me. She shares the advice that her dad gave her during a gap year earlier in her career. Check it out, and our full conversation, out now: open.substack.com/pub/rinkside...

Here are some of my initial thoughts about today’s Ottawa-Montreal game. I’d really love to hear from you on the game and how things ended!