Hockey House Episode 133: Indiana | Ithan DeLorenzo

The boys welcome ACHA M1 National Champions Matteo DiGiulio and Noah Decottignies onto the podcast (31:22) to discuss all things Adrian, their International play in Romania, and more!Timestamps:(05:44) Highlighting ACHA Ties in the FPHL Playoffs(11:57) Celebrating Player Achievements: Offseason Awards(20:42) M2 Movement and Updates in College Hockey South(31:22) Matteo + Noah Interview(34:40) Adrian's Hockey Culture(41:12) The Road to the National Tournament: Challenges and Triumphs(48:31) Experiencing International Play In Romania(01:06:38) The Impact of Coaching and Team Dedication(01:10:34) Adrian College's Unique Community(01:13:52) Question of the Week: Which Team Needs A Uniform Refresh?(01:18:32) Exploring Potential ACHA Destinations in the Northeast(01:26:20) Appreciating Hockey ParentsFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

As the hockey world quiets down heading into the off-season, Herm and Collins discuss new hires, moves, relocation, and more around the ACHA and AAU. University of Florida Gators captain Connor Nicholson joins the show (19:58) to discuss UF's AAU D2 National Championship win and his journey through hockey in the Sunshine State.Timestamps:(01:11) Duanté Abercrombie: Breaking New Ground in HBCU Hockey(04:49) Niagara University's Big Move | ESCHL --> Independent(09:35) George Mason's New Locker Room(11:21) NHL Relocation: The Utah Team Buzz(14:11) Highlighting Women's Hockey Growth(17:55) The Ham Arena Hot Seat: BYU(19:58) Connor Nicholson Interview(26:26) Welcome to the ACHA Moment(30:42) The Savannah Classic: A Must-Visit Event for Hockey Fans(35:42) The Unforgettable Night with the Avalanche(1:08:04) Call Your Shots(1:10:00) Question of the Week: What Should the New Utah Team Be Named?Follow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

After a brief hiatus, the boys are back to kick off their National Championship circuit! After some time catching up after nearly a month apart, HHP welcomes Indiana University junior Ithan DeLorenzo (16:53) onto the pod to discuss his experience at IU, the OT championship clinching goal, and much more.Timestamps:02:01 Care Packages From Adrian07:50 Wild Card Madness Recap11:35 The Eclipse, Expansion Talks, and Club Hockey Highlights12:45 April Fool's Fun | Hawaii Hockey16:53 Ithan DeLorenzo Interview23:27 The Journey to the ACHA M2 National Championship37:15 The Unexpected Setback: Upset by Michigan38:25 The Road to Nationals: Overcoming Challenges39:55 The Tense Wait and the Power of Community Support41:18 A United Front: Watching and Winning Together46:18 Fan + Alumni Support @ Nationals50:34 Walking Through The OTW54:21 If Someone Donated $100,000 To IU Hockey...57:15 Thank You's Across The ACHA and AAU1:0634 Question Of The Week: What's The GOAT Chip?Follow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

From the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, AAU Division 1 National Champions Bobby DiCicco and Tommy Lokken join the show (30:36) for the 2024 Nationals Recap. Collins and Murph break down an exciting 12 days of hockey in West Chester and St. Louis that saw NINE National Championships crowned.(02:12) Catching Up: Life After Nationals(04:47) Day-by-Day Breakdown: The Thrills of the Tournament(23:14) The Lug Hockey League Scouting Report: A New Segment(30:36) Bobby DiCicco and Tommy Lokken Join the Show(42:25) A Hockey Adventure in Tennessee: Games, Broken Buses, and Brotherhood(43:50) Locker Room Tales and the Power of a Positive Mindset(45:10) Welcome to Club Hockey: A Rookie's Eye-Opening Experience(47:24) The Iconic Cox Jerseys: From Concept to Cult Classic(49:37) The Road to Nationals: Triumphs, Trials, and Team Spirit(53:05) A Championship Season: From Semifinal Heartbreak to Ultimate Victory(01:04:36) The Aftermath: Celebrations, Community Support, and Future Aspirations(01:13:12) Reflecting on the Journey: The Impact of Coaches, Staff, and the Drive for NCAA Recognition(01:17:21) Epic Comebacks and Surprising Outcomes: AAU D2 Quarterfinals Recap(01:17:54) ACHA M2 Action: Unforgettable Moments and Standout Performances(01:19:19) Dramatic Semifinals: ACHA M1 National Showdowns(01:22:02) AAU Semifinals: Florida's Dominance and FAU's Triumph(01:23:25) Controversy and Suspensions: AAU D3 Semifinal Drama(01:25:15) ACHA M3 National Championship: A Michigan Showdown(01:25:49) The Lawrence Tech Saga: From Memes to Victory(01:40:06) M2 Tournament Madness: Unpredictable Outcomes and Heroic Performances(01:57:33) Wrapping Up: An Unforgettable SeasonFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

Drexel M1 Captain and 2024 ESCHL Champion Pat McGinley joins the show this week (27:27) to highlight his team's memorable postseason run. Patty has seen it all in his time at Drexel, from going to Nationals in Frisco as a freshman in 2019 to filming and producing the team's recruiting video as a grad student. The boys also dive into national tournament previews for ACHA M2, ACHA W1, ACHA W2, AAU D2, and AAU D3.Timestamps:(04:52) Looking Forward to Philly and St. Louis(06:56) AAU Division 2 Nationals Preview: Teams to Watch(16:14) ACHA Men's Division 2 National Preview: The Pools to Watch(25:40) Celebrating FAU's Goalie and Other Hockey Highlights(27:27) Interview with Drexel Captain Pat McGinley: A Hockey Journey(33:27) Celebrating a Cinderella Victory(34:07) Respect Among Rivals(34:55) Locker Room Tales and Jersey Traditions(35:33) The Trophy Tour: Celebrations and Shenanigans(38:39) A Hockey Journey: From Public School to College Ice(44:21) The Challenges and Triumphs of Drexel Hockey(46:34) Navigating College Hockey During COVID(51:19) Memorable Moments and Arenas in ACHA Hockey(59:57) Pursuing a Career in Film and Documentary Making(01:02:15) The Journey from Hockey to Film: A Drexel Experience(01:03:12) ESPN Playoffs Intro: Behind the Scenes(01:03:59) From Production Assistant to Voice of the Playoffs(01:07:02) Creating a Drexel Hockey Recruitment Video(01:18:23) Women's ACHA Preview: Teams to WatchFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

Kansas University junior captain Caleb Dusseau and senior goaltender Mitch Myles join the podcast this week to talk about their "Rivalry at the Rink" matchup with Mizzou (32:58). The whole squad is on hand for this one as the boys break down last weekend's conference championships and the ACHA M2 Regionals as well as previewing the AAU D1, ACHA M1, and ACHA M3 National Championships (01:00:23).Timestamps:(01:56) Collins' Final Game in the ACHA(04:19) Rivalry Matchups + Bedlam(08:15) ACHA M2 Regionals Recap(18:43) Conference Tournaments Highlights(23:28) ACHA W1 Recap (Presented by Margaret Dickson)(27:51) Stunning Goalie Performance @ Hofstra(32:58) Kansas Interview(34:15) The Rivalry with Mizzou(34:31) Playing in an ECHL Rink(34:50) The Hockey Fights Cancer Game(35:33) The Excitement of the Border War(35:48) The New Jerseys Reveal(37:08) The Journey from High School to College Hockey(38:05) The Recruitment Process(39:21) The Transition from Juniors to College Hockey(43:01) The Growth of the Team(44:09) The Welcome to the ACHA Moment(48:09) The Journey to the Matchup Final(52:23) The Perks of Being a Hockey Player at Kansas(59:02) The Upcoming Border War Game(01:00:23) AAU D1 Nationals Preview(01:10:17) ACHA M1 Nationals Preview(01:27:42) ACHA M3 Nationals PreviewFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

University of Kentucky graduate Cam Chabot joins the crew for the longest episode in Hockey House Podcast history. With Kentucky getting ready for the ACHA M2 Regionals this weekend we figured it was the perfect time to release our interview with Cam from our trip to Lexington in September. Alex Herman joins the show for the first ever Hockey House "Hermancast" as we breakdown everything you need to know heading into the ACHA M2 Regionals. Collins and Murph then wrap up the show by recapping the recently released AAU College Hockey National Championship pools and the ACHA M3 National Championship pools.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and Updates from Murph and Collins(4:58) Welcome to the Hermancast(11:13) Movement in the College Hockey Food Chain: ACHA vs AAU(19:30) Is GCU the Hottest Team in America?(24:00) UNLV Pays Tribute to the 1990 Runnin' Rebels(25:40) News Around ACHA M1(28:10) ACHA M2 Regional Previews(43:59) Nothing like Playoff Hockey at Bird Arena(49:19) Cam Chabot Joins the Show(51:00) High School Hockey in Michigan(54:24) Getting Recruited by Indiana Tech(57:11) Welcome to the ACHA(1:00:13) Going to Nationals(1:05:15) Taking a Grad Year at Kentucky(1:07:35) Playing at Midnight(1:09:21) ACHA vs NCAA DIII(1:13:28) Hockey Culture in Lexington(1:17:10) Wrapping Up the Interview(1:20:26) Burgers of the Week(1:21:36) Games to Watch(1:29:24) Club Hockey Valentines(1:32:43) Stick Taps for an 84 Save Shutout(1:33:53) Conference Championship Recap(1:44:02) AAU D1 Nationals Preview(1:48:39) AAU D3 Nationals Preview(1:51:30) AAU D2 Nationals Preview(1:56:27) ACHA M3 Nationals Preview(2:00:59) Games to Watch This Weekend(2:03:37) ACHA Outdoors in Columbus?(2:06:49) OutroFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

Arizona State ACHA M1 freshman forward and content creator Hunter Friesen joins the show this week to talk about his first season in the ACHA. Freezer talks about what it's like creating content while actively playing in the ACHA and the benefits of playing at a school like Arizona State.Timestamps:(00:16) Brief News Discussion(01:48) Tribute to Toby Keith and His Support for ACHA(04:29) Interview with Hunter Friesen, ASU Freshman Forward(04:42) Hunter's Journey and Experience in College Hockey(08:57) Discussing Content Creation(11:29) Insights into ACHA Hockey and Arizona State University(21:52) Hunter's Favorite Parts of Being a Student at ASU(23:46) Upcoming Games and Playoff ActionFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepodWebsite: https://hockeyhousepod.com

Embry-Riddle legend and friend of the pod Kyle Usiak joins the show this week (29:49). Uzi shares what it was like growing up playing hockey in Albuquerque, NM and how it led him to being an ACHA fan at young age. Of course it wouldn't be a proper Embry-Riddle episode if we didn't talk about flying planes. Uzi shares what it's like to go to a aviation school and how the student body has rallied around the hockey team.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and Hosts' Updates(02:20) Fitzy's Back... And A Little Worse For Wear(06:49) Merrimack Zamboni Clip(09:14) Hockey House Pod Game of the Week Recap(11:11) Around The ACHA(21:03) AAU All-Star Challenge Announcement(26:51) Kent State's Rockin' National Anthem(29:49) Interview with Kyle Usiak(01:03:43) Burger of the Week; Blowouts in 'Bama(01:05:04) Games to Watch and Honorable Mentions(01:08:38) Game of the Week: The Carolina Classic(01:12:09) The Right Way to Wear a Hockey Helmet: A Discussion(01:19:06) Wrapping Up: Who Has the Best Goal Horn in the NHL?Follow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod

Former West Chester University player Ryan Devine joins the show (30:45) to recap his hockey journey that led him from the ACAH all the way to the ECHL. Devine shares details from throughout his pro hockey career including his title in Ice Wars 3.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and Hosts' Updates(04:11) Syracuse Series Discussion and Officiating Issues(07:18) Battle of the Barrel: Kentucky vs Louisville(12:15) Bridgewater State Hockey Highlights(15:31) Midland's Winning Streak and Arkansas' Record-Breaking Crowd(18:35) Michigan State's Victory and High Point's First Outdoor Game(25:49) Nationals Preview(30:45) Interview with Ryan Devine(41:28) The Journey from Spin Instructor to Pro Hockey(41:55) The Struggles of Living in New York City(42:18) The Unexpected Journey to Madison Square Garden(44:14) The Transition from New York to Elmira(48:40) The Return to Professional Hockey Post-COVID(49:39) The Unforgettable Experience in Slovakia(56:34) The Challenges and Triumphs in the ECHL(01:03:21) The Future Aspirations in the NHL(01:09:45) The Best Hockey Fights: A Discussion(01:10:32) Wrapping Up: The Week's Highlights and Game of the WeekFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod