Hockey House Episode 159: Calvin | Lou Vesperini

Timestamps:(00:00) Dedication to Logan Barnes(04:27) Tkachuks' Stamp Of Approval On Club Hockey(09:40) ACHA Goes Global(18:59) Lindenwood vs. Sault Brawl(25:44) Interview With Lou Vesperini(30:58) Junior Hockey Memories(38:13) Choosing Calvin University(42:23) Legacy of Coach Mike(44:01) Becoming Team Captain(49:07) Program Growth and Support(53:09) Lightning Round Questions(58:10) Dream ACHA Outdoor MatchupsFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

Timestamps:(02:54) Bingo Night at Adrian College(09:29) Discussing The Goalie Skate Blade Debacle(16:56) Maryville's Big Win(19:40) Oklahoma Rivalry and Fights in College Hockey(30:43) Interview with Union College's Ryan Geiger(42:25) Travel Adventures and Lake Placid Memories(46:31) Mismatch Gear and Team Identity(49:25) Creative Director Journey and Media Projects(55:13) Balancing Hockey and Creative WorkFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

In our first equipment manager interview in HHP history, beloved Bulldog Tyler LaFollette joins the podcast (26:23) to share the quirks and specifics of being an EQ, experiencing a dynasty, his experience in the ECHL/NCAA DI/NFL, and life at Adrian College!Timestamps:(03:40) Sault College Makes The Jump To W1(06:39) Niagara Continues To Soar(12:47) Outdoor Games At Truist Field(20:34) Stick Taps and Shoutouts(26:23) Interview with Tyler LaFollette(41:27) Game Day Preparations at Adrian College(43:26) Stick Breakage Records and Locker Room Tales(45:27) Transition to Professional Hockey with the Kansas City Mavericks(50:43) Internship Experiences at Michigan and Kansas City Chiefs(53:51) Memorable Moments and Stories from Adrian CollegeFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

It's surfin' UNCW! The boys catch up with Kye Levy (32:26) to talk all things hockey on the East Coast and in a non-traditional setting. Niagara continues to soar and the ACCHL's playing outside at Truist!Timestamps:(01:20) Scrub Daddy Encounter and Tampa's Victory(06:28) Niagara's Soaring To The Top(12:50) Outdoor Games at Truist Field(32:26) Interview with Kai Levy from UNC Wilmington(45:34) Season Highlights and Team Dynamics(47:51) Family Ties and Personal Reflections(49:45) Memorable Games and Venues(51:59) Balancing Fun and Competition(57:00) Leadership and Team Bonding(01:03:30) Concluding Thoughts and RankingsFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

The boys welcome UNO's captain, Troy Hunsicker (29:53) for a great view into balancing active duty military service with ACHA M3 hockey! Devin and Alex recap some wild ACHA vs. NCAA DIII upsets, the Battle at the Beach, and more.Timestamps:(03:38) Adrian Bulldogs vs. Ohio Bobcats Rivalry(10:46) ACHA vs. NCAA DIII Upsets(15:29) Cleary's Historic Wins Over Indiana Tech(18:56) Zamboni Rides and Broken Glass(22:29) Battle at the Beach Champions(25:50) Creative Social Media Trends in Hockey(29:53) Interview with Troy Hunsicker(37:48) Balancing Military, School, and Hockey(38:53) Joining the Team via Instagram DM(39:42) Building a Strong Hockey Program(45:01) Memorable Road Trips and Games(57:27) Games of the Week and Final ThoughtsFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

The Redbirds are rolling— after five years, Alex and Devin welcome the first member of the Illinois State hockey team to the Pod in one of our favorite interviews to date with sophomore captain Sam Truxaw (27:22)!Timestamps:(08:44) Chicago Classic Tournament Preview(11:37) Goalie Highlights and Blunders(16:18) Stick Taps and Special Mentions(27:22) Interview with Sam Truxaw(42:40) Choosing College Hockey at ISU(44:14) Life as an ISU Hockey Player(56:42) Lightning Round Questions(01:05:20) Games of the Week and ACHA DebatesFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

For the first time in almost 100 episodes, we're going back to the Steel City! Senior defenseman and captain Brady Rotolo (24:35) joins Alex and Devin to discuss Pitt hockey, "country club living" in PA, and the evolution of the Panthers' program over the last few years.Timestamps:(02:59) ACHA to NCAA: Jack Perry's Call-Up(05:56) UNLV vs. Denver Recap(08:35) Stony Brook vs. Oswego State Controversy(14:50) Kennesaw State's Rockstar Goal(17:34) Weber State's Undefeated Streak(24:35) Interview with Brady Rotolo(29:30) Growing Up in Pittsburgh(35:48) Becoming a Team Leader(38:14) The 2024 Nationals Run(44:04) Life at Pitt and Future Aspirations(48:56) Road Stories and RivalriesFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

The leaves are changing to a nice shade of burnt orange— we welcomed on Texas defenseman, captain, and team president Lucas Robins onto the pod to talk all things puck in the Lone Star State (19:34)!Timestamps:(03:38) Minot State's Exhibition vs. Regina(04:38) Liberty Flames Midnight Madness(07:44) Ohio University Welcomes PWHL MVP(10:45) Purdue Northwest's Big Win(19:34) Texas Longhorns Defenseman Lucas Robins(30:45) Choosing the University of Texas(32:05) Responsibilities as Team President(38:26) Texas Collegiate Hockey Conference(42:44) Rivalry with Texas A&M(49:35) Future of Texas Hockey(52:52) Games of the Week and Faux PasFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

What happens in Vegas makes it to the Pod— Alex Herman and Devin Serra recap a historic National Championship season with UNLV forward Tristan Rand (23:19)! The boys discuss M2 upsets, sprinkler mayhem, and an ESPN+ classic between NC State and Kentucky.Timestamps:(02:17) Adrian College Homecoming(03:48) Maryville University Blackout Night(07:48) High Point's Upset Victory(16:33) Tampa's Banner Raising(20:42) Embry Riddle's Sprinkler Incident(23:19) Interview with Tristan Rand(29:00) The New Mexico Experience(30:22) Transition to UNLV(31:46) Life as a Student Athlete in Vegas(32:29) Team Dynamics and Media Recognition(40:53) Celebrating the Championship(44:41) Future of UNLV Hockey(47:10) Fan Interactions and Closing ThoughtsFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod

Welcome to The Hockey House Podcast 2.0! New hosts Alex Herman and Devin Serra welcome 2025 M3 National Champion Jake Onstott (19:31) to discuss all things Hope Hockey and recap the beginning of the 2025-26 club hockey season. (05:29) Viral Liberty Hit and Rivalries(09:14) NC State vs Georgia Recap(10:44) D2 News: High Point Upset(11:42) UNLV National Championship & Tattoos(14:35) Bands in the ACHA(17:39) Zamboni Mishap at Flight Adventure Park(19:31) Interview with Jake Onstott(19:48) Winning the M3 National Championship(24:39) Junior Hockey & Shreveport Experience(28:04) Transfer to Hope & College Fit(31:35) Rivalries, Student Section, and Parents(34:46) Joining GL6 Conference(36:47) Bird Feeder & Team Traditions(38:26) Chicken Cheese & Shoutouts(40:23) Game of the Week Preview(44:00) Closing Thoughts and Sign OffFollow us on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod