Hockey House Episode 148: Arkansas | Zach Wilson and Griffin Sugasawara

The boys jump back behind the microphones to recap UNLV's monumental victory over the reigning NCAA national champions. Murph sits down with UNLV Associate Head Coach Nick Robone to recap the game heard all around the hockey community.0:00 Catching up with the fellas8:50 UNLV upsets Denver20:23 First semester highlights37:36 Interview with UNLV Associate Head Coach Nick Robone1:20:51 Club hockey bingo boards1:30:46 Jersey of the YearA college hockey podcast highlighting the best of non-NCAA hockey in the United States. Showcasing the best of the ACHA and AAU College Hockey.

Timestamps:(04:49) Herm's Eye Surgery and Recovery(10:01) Hurricane Relief Efforts by NC Teams(11:38) Aurora's Amtrak Adventure(13:18) Matty Beniers' ACHA Jersey(13:38) Georgia's SEC Sweep(14:32) Dordt University On the Map?(22:30) Gronk's ACHA Connection(31:11) Interview with Arkansas Alumni(44:14) Memories of the SEC Championship Game(48:08) The National Tournament Experience(01:02:16) Arkansas' Physical Play Style(01:04:06) Post-Nationals Celebrations(01:20:43) Wrapping Up and Future PlansFollow 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

The boys recap a wild two weeks in club hockey— a massive M1 upset, rock/paper/scissorts right off the draw and... tortilla jerseys?Utah State captains Zach Pires and Brendan Woolcot join the show (32:14) to share their experiences playing college hockey in Logan, UT. Timestamps:(00:00) Condolences: Henry Bradford and the University of Oregon(08:07) Florida Gulf Coast Shocks Liberty(16:20) UCF vs. Miami Showdown(17:10) Maryville vs. Missouri State Battle(17:57) Texas Tech's Tortilla Jersey(22:25) Rock Paper Scissors(23:52) NIU's Cornfield Photo Shoot(24:32) Texas State President's Hockey Cameo(30:30) Saginaw Valley State's Tough Start(32:14) Interview with Utah State Aggies(43:03) Building Community Bonds(45:12) NHL in Utah: A New Era(50:39) Eccles Ice Center: A Home Advantage(51:36) New Coach, New Culture(01:03:32) Travel Tales: Driving to Games(01:05:02) Bus Adventures to Oregon(01:19:42) UB Hockey Team's Struggles(01:21:43) Roger Williams University Adds NCAA HockeyFollow 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

Ohio Hockey legends Andrew Wells and Sam Turner join the show this weekend to recap their glory days on Court Street. The boys look back on a memorable five seasons with Bobcats that included four trips to the ACHA National Championships. Timestamps:(01:18) Fitzy's Retirement From Pro Hockey(04:42) Arkansas vs. Oklahoma: A Thrilling Weekend(07:10) Championship Rings and South Carolina's Sweep(14:22) NAU's Stunning Jersey Set(15:58) Debate on Kachina Jerseys and 90s Nostalgia(23:06) Interview with Andrew Wells and Sam Turner(33:42) Facing Liberty: Midnight Madness(35:46) Freshman Year Memories(36:51) Sophomore Year: Pandemic Struggles(40:46) Coaching Change and Road Trip Chaos(44:36) Zamboni Mishaps and Dad's Weekend(49:32) Bird Arena Brawls and Atmosphere(52:33) Nationals: Upsets and Overtime Wins(54:45) Turner's Coast-to-Coast Play(01:05:46) The CSCHL Tournament and Longest Game in ACHA History(01:07:06) Favorite Jerseys and Special Moments(01:09:28) The Infamous Jeff Hill(01:10:33) Sunday Baseball Tradition(01:11:29) NFL Sundays and Traditions(01:15:57) Game of the Week: Pitt vs. WVUFollow 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

Louisville junior defenseman Jonathan Cohen and statistician/team manager Joshua Koenes join the show this week to recap an eventful offseason for the Cardinals. The boys talk about the preparation leading into their final season in ACHA M2 and look back on some fond memories in Derby City. The boys then finish the episode by drafting the first ever "Club Hockey Bingo Boards" in preparation for the 2024-25 season.Timestamps:(00:00) In Memoriam: Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau(09:44) New Jerseys and Team Updates(21:43) Louisville Interview(36:45) Recruitment and Kentucky Derby Experience(38:59) Excitement for New Competition(40:38) Preparing for the Jump to ACHA M1(41:31) Unexpected Duties and Crazy Experiences(43:56) Military Appreciation Jersey Reveal(45:38) Club Hockey Bingo Draft(01:04:11) CCM Sale and Hockey Equipment CostsFollow 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

We're powering through August! Murph and Herm catch up and discuss some big career changes, top coaching moves, and off-season happenings in this episode.Timestamps:(00:48) Herm's Career Update(03:51) Weekend Adventures in New York City(06:11) Murph's Moving to Boston(08:50) Coaching Changes in ACHA(15:26) ACHA National Championships Announcement(22:51) ECHL Tryouts and Contracts(24:41) International and National Player Highlights(29:51) Backyard Sports and ACHA Comparisons(36:13) Photo of the Year Updates(37:49) CHL Players and NCAA Lawsuit(40:18) Shoutout to Zach Goldenberg and Season 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

After spending the week in the headlines for the emergence of the new ACHA M1 ACCHL conference, longtime friend of the podcast and NC State Head Coach Tim Healy joins the show to discuss the jump to a higher division, their new conference, and an upcoming outdoor game vs. South Carolina.Timestamps:(02:43) ACCHL Expansion Announcement(06:01) Exciting Outdoor Games in Charlotte(08:34) Interview with NC State Ice Pack Head Coach Tim Healy(16:29) Impact of Outdoor Games and Future Plans(24:49) NC State Ice Pack Branding and Fan Engagement(26:24) Coaching Youth Hockey and Family Involvement(27:04) Favorite Ages to Coach and Coaching Philosophy(27:52) Conference Realignment and Future Matchups(29:06) Louisville's Custom Derby City Hats(31:01) ACHA Realignments and New Teams(36:43) New Coaches and Winter World University Games(45:22) 611 Thoughts: NCAA Scholarship Rule Changes and ImpactFollow 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

Austin Peay assistant captains Cooper Smith and Peyton Leonard join the show this week (31:36) to share what it’s been like laying the foundation for the first hockey team in Austin Peay history.Timestamps:(03:50) Men's League Hockey Stories(08:35) Podcasting and Roommate Search(11:41) Army vs. Navy Hockey Classic Announcement(15:54) Lawrence Tech Feature and Player's Poll(26:06) Liberty Midnight Games and Transfer Portal(31:36) Interview with Austin Peay Hockey Team(36:22) Building a Hockey Team at Austin Peay(37:36) The Big Announcement and Community Buzz(38:57) The Impact of the Predators' Success(41:11) First Practices and Team Dynamics(44:25) First Games and Learning Experiences(47:44) The Excitement of the First Home Game(52:05) Coaching Staff and Future Plans(57:07) Question of the Week: If ACHA/AAU College Hockey Had Its Own Video Game...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

Luca Vitale joins the pod this week (23:34) to talk about his new 5-part YouTube series “Tiger Ice Tales.” The founder of the Mizzou Hockey Broadcasting Network, Luca gives a behind the scenes look at what it takes to build an ACHA media empire from the ground up.Timestamps:(00:22) Herm's Surprise Party and Career Update(02:34) Fitzy's Retirement Decision(05:40) ACHA at the Winter World University Games(10:27) UNC's Outdoor Game Announcement(12:48) UNLV's NCAA Exhibition Series(13:58) Alabama's Hockey and Football Collaboration(23:34) Luca Vitale Joins the Show(30:48) Editing Challenges and Special Effects(32:03) Most Rewarding Part of the Project(33:35) Personal Journey into Hockey(35:01) Starting the Mizzou Hockey Broadcasting Department(37:40) Building the Broadcasting Team(44:44) Favorite On-Ice Memory(46:35) Recognition and Awards(53:03) Question of the Week: Best College Hockey Schools on the OceanFollow 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

Lawrence Tech legend Bryce Ebert joins the pod this week. Bryce recaps his time as a player at LTU and how he transitioned to his new role as assistant coach. From outdoor games to an ACHA M3 National Championship, Bryce has seen it all in his time as a Blue Devil. Timestamps:(04:11) Tennessee State Hockey Team Announcement(07:06) Coaching Vacancies(09:23) Boise State Hockey Team Revamp(13:17) ACHA and AAU College Hockey Transfers(23:06) Ham Arena Hot Seat: SMU Hockey Social(26:14) Interview with Bryce Ebert(30:50) Introduction to the Western States League(31:50) The Unique Experience of Playing in McCall(33:53) Transition to Lawrence Tech University(34:51) Recruiting Insights and Coaching at Lawrence Tech(35:42) Welcome to NAIA Hockey(36:53) Challenges and Adventures in College Hockey(40:47) Coaching and Program Development at Lawrence Tech(48:52) Rivalries and Future Goals(53:23) Game Seven MemoriesFollow 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