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We're back! The U-Show Podcast returns with a new focus and set of hosts. Join hosts Chris Treft (USHL Video Manager) and Ben Gislason (Des Moines Buccaneers Broadcaster) as they speak with USHL alumni, current players, and others associated with the only Tier I Junior Hockey league in the United States.
TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins the Podcast to talk about the bevy of USHL prospects heading into the 2020 NHL Draft! Check to see if your favorite 2020 NHL Draft prospect is mentioned! #WhosNext
Former player and coach and current national broadcaster Eddie Olczyk joins the show to talk about his connection to the USHL as a parent of three players who passed through the league! He also gives his take on "bubble" hockey and his pick to win the Cup.
AHL Second Team All-Star Jacob MacDonald joins The U-Show Podcast to talk with Chris and Ben about his season with the Colorado Eagles, experience in the USHL with the Waterloo Black Hawks and time in the NHL with the Avalanche!
Long-time San Jose Barracuda forward John McCarthy joins Chris and Ben to discuss his long career from the Des Moines Buccaneers to Boston University before a storied AHL career in San Jose. The former Olympian also appeared in NHL games for the Sharks and his transition into the coaching ranks after a health condition cut his playing career short.
In honor of Independence Day, USHL alumni Zach Mirageas and Blake Bride who currently play for Air Force joined Chris and Ben to talk about their time in the USHL and their choice to play for Air Force.
Two-time Stanley Cup Champion Trevor Lewis joins Chris and Ben to talk about his time with the Des Moines Buccaneers and his journey to the NHL.
AHL Man of the Year Troy Grosenick joins Chris and Ben on The U-Show Podcast! Grosenick talks about the importance of community service in his life around Milwaukee where the goaltender had an outstanding season for the Admirals (AHL).
Chris and Ben are joined by one of the most notable hockey personalities in the world, John Buccigross! The creator of the Bucci Overtime Challenge and huge fan of "Cawlidge Hawkey" joins the show to talk about his love for the game, the impact of the USHL on the NCAA and hockey in general as well as how to win the #BucciOvertimeChallenge.
Dubuque Fighting Saints alumnus and current San Jose Sharks forward Dylan Gambrell joins Chris and Ben for Episode 17 to talk about his journey from the USHL to the NHL.
Chris and Ben are joined by former USHL forwards and current Iowa Wild (AHL) teammates Sam Anas and Gerry Mayhew. Mayhew ended the shortened AHL season as the AHL MVP and goals leader while Anas was named to the AHL First Team All-Star squad after leading the league in points. The pair discuss their great season as well as their journey through the USHL to the AHL.
Just days after speaking with Ben and Chris, former Washington Capitols Assistant Coach Reid Cashman was announced as the newest Head Coach at Dartmouth College. Listen in as they discuss the former Waterloo Black Hawks defenseman journey through the USHL to Quinnipiac before a professional career turned to coaching. Cashman talks about not knowing how amazing Alexander Ovechkin is until seeing it first-hand and what it was like to lead a veteran defensive group in Washington.
In Episode 14, Columbus Blue Jackets Assistant Development Coach Jared Boll joins the podcast to discuss his journey from the Lincoln Stars to a 579-game NHL career. Now Boll is back with the Blue Jackets in a coaching role.
Chris and Ben are joined by the NHL's Vice President of Hockey Development and Strategic Collaboration, Kevin Westgarth! The former pro breaks down the relationship between the USHL, NHL and USA Hockey and some of the great initiatives that have come from the partnership.
In Episode 11's introduction, Ben and Chris discussed an article that appeared on NHL.com (nhl.com/news/color-of-hockey-millette-stats-dont-tell-whole-story/c-316945458) this week. Now, hear first-hand from Reggie as he joins The U-Show Podcast to discuss rising through the ranks of Junior Hockey and becoming a fan favorite of the Dubuque Fighting Saints. The 20-year-old forward is committed to play Division I NCAA hockey for American International College (Atlantic Hockey) in the fall.
Minnesota Wild defenseman Ryan Suter joins The U-Show Podcast to discuss his rise to NHL defenseman, his ownership role with the Madison Capitols and his family's impact on USA Hockey.
Zemgus Girgensons drops by to chat with Ben and Chris about his journey from Latvia to Dubuque, where he won a Clark Cup Championship. They discuss the championship run and are joined by former teammate and current USHL Director of Player Development Luke Curadi. Girgensons also talks about his transition to North American hockey, his stop in the AHL and his time in the NHL with the Buffalo Sabres!
Chris and Ben are joined by Hockey Hall of Fame member Phil Housley! The current Arizona Coyotes Assistant Coach is a former USHL player (St. Paul Vulcans, 1980-82) who went on to have a great career in the NHL before joining the coaching ranks. Housley talks about his journey through hockey and what life has been like lately.
Ben and Chris open with the USHL Draft Phase I and Phase II from earlier this week before being joined by Cedar Rapids RoughRiders alumnus and current Minnesota Wild goaltender Alex Stalock! The former Clark Cup Champion and Clark Cup Playoff MVP talks about his time in the USHL and NCAA during his route to the NHL.
In a special episode of The U-Show Podcast, Chris and Ben are joined by USHL General Manager of the Year Kalle Larsson. The Dubuque Fighting Saints GM breaks down his journey to the USHL and talks about this year's team!
In a special episode of The U-Show Podcast, Chris and Ben are joined by USHL Coach of the Year Oliver David. The Dubuque Fighting Saints bench boss breaks down his journey to the USHL and talks about this year's team!
Chris and Ben are joined by the major USHL individual award winners, including Player and Forward of the Year Riese Gaber (Dubuque Fighting Saints), Rookie of the Year Brendan Brisson (Chicago Steel), Defenseman of the Year Owen Power (Chicago Steel) and Goaltender of the Year Erik Portillo (Dubuque Fighting Saints). Chris and Ben also break down the All-USHL First, Second and Third Teams.
Chris and Ben are joined by NCAA Award winners Scott Perunovich and Jeremy Swayman! Perunovich, a junior forward from University of Minnesota Duluth, won the Hobey Baker Award, which is awarded annually to the top NCAA men's ice hockey player. Swayman, a junior goaltender from University of Maine, won the Mike Richter Award, which is awarded annually to the top NCAA men's ice hockey goaltender. Perunovich and Swayman discuss their awards, their time at the NCAA level, their journey through the USHL and signing professional contracts this summer (Perunovich with the St. Louis Blues & Swayman with the Boston Bruins).
Chris and Ben are joined by Florida Panthers forward Dominic Toninato. The Fargo Force alumnus discusses his road to the NHL through the USHL to University of Minnesota Duluth and to the professional ranks.
Chris and Ben are joined by Detroit Red Wings winger Justin Abdelkader! The former RoughRiders and Michigan State University forward talks about his time in the USHL and his journey to the NHL through the NCAA and AHL. Justin isn't the only Abdelkader to make an appearance on the episode as his son puts together a great drum solo during the interview!
Usual co-host Chris Treft is joined by guest co-host Brent Meske (USHL Director of Media & Communications) as the pair are joined by headversity CEO and Psychiatrist Dr. Ryan Todd. Dr. Todd talks about the great partnership between the USHL and headversity that began this season as well as what everyone can be doing during the coronavirus shutdown to maintain strong mental health and remain mentally resilient.
Chris and Ben are joined by a very special pair of USHL alumni: Jon Cooper and Jeff Blashill! Cooper is now the Head Coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning while Blashill is the Head Coach of the Detroit Red Wings. Both previously coached in the USHL and squared off in back-to-back Eastern Conference Final matchups with each Coach going on to capture the Clark Cup. The pair talk about their time in the USHL, their routes to the NHL and the difference between the friends when it comes to conquering the Rocky steps in Philadelphia.
Welcome (back) to The U-Show Podcast! Join hosts Chris and Ben as they introduce the new layout of the podcast and touch on some of the latest news around the league. Let us know what YOU want to hear in the future. Stick around until the end for a sneak peek at next week's episode with two very special guests!
2017-18 | The U-Show | Episode 50 (Live from the 2018 USHL/NHL Top Prospects Game) by USHL
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf welcome back Rob Sanderson, broadcaster and media relations coordinator for the Chicago Steel, to talk about the team's hot start, newcomers playing well and the transition to an entirely new coaching staff. We then hear from Scott Clemmensen, Iowa native and new co-owner of the Des Moines Buccaneers, who talks about being a new owner of the Buccaneers and giving back to the Des Moines community. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 16th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2017-18. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in five consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the past week in the USHL, including Team USA and the goal from forward Jack Hughes that went viral. NTDP Manager of Communications Kris Nolt hopped on to talk about Team USA's fast start, working for USA Hockey, and upcoming promotions at USA Hockey Arena. The guys are then joined by The Athletic's Craig Custance, who has a new book out titled "Behind the Bench: Inside the Minds of Hockey's Greatest Coaches". Craig discusses the book, working for The Athletic, and the hockey media landscape. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 16th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2017-18. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in five consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are back with the first episode of the 2017-18 regular season. The guys discuss the first two weeks of the USHL regular season and the exciting storylines throughout the league. Jim Leitner, Sports Editor for the Dubuque Telegraph-Herald, returns once again to get an overall look at the league and discuss the October Power Rankings and how they might look different if they were compiled today. Also hopping on this week is Central Illinois Flying Aces head coach Mike Watt. The former NHLer discusses his team's undefeated start, his coaching influences, and the team's rebrand from the Bloomington Thunder earlier this year. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 16th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2017-18. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in five consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf try (as best they can) to preview the 2017-18 USHL season. The boys look at the Eastern Conference along with Muskegon Lumberjacks broadcaster and media relations director Scott Bradford, then are joined by David Fine of the Tri-City Storm to do the same in the Western Conference. The guys also look ahead to the 2017 USHL Fall Classic set to begin Wednesday, September 27 at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex in Pittsburgh. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 16th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2017-18. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in five consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are back with the first episode of The U-Show for the 2017-18 season. The guys discuss what's been happening around the league this summer and catch up with several USHL alumni. Interviewed on the show are former Chicago Steel head coach and current Nashville Predators assistant Dan Muse, 2017 Clark Cup champion and Anaheim Ducks draft pick Jack Badini, Tri-City Storm goaltender Filip Larsson, Edmonton Oilers prospect Aapeli Rasanen, Detroit Red Wings draft picks Kasper Kotkansalo and Keith Petruzzelli, as well as Joey and Mikey Anderson, who are New Jersey Devils and Los Angeles Kings prospects, respectively. The guys also discuss the upcoming USHL Fall Classic in Cranberry Township, PA. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 16th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2017-18. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in five consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf's recap the USHL's success at the 2017 NHL Draft. 48 players with USHL ties were selected, including 40 players who played in the USHL during the 2016-17 season, setting a new record. Additionally, all 17 USHL teams had a player drafted who played in the USHL during the 2016-17 season, the first time in league history that has happened. The guys also play interviews from Casey Mittelstadt, Ryan Poehling, Mario Ferraro, and Jack Badini. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 16th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2017-18. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in five consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Aaron Westendorf and Kevin Meyers preview the 2017 NHL Draft. The guys give their restaurant and attractions recommendations for Chicago as the hockey world converges on the Windy City for the NHL Draft and discuss where they think some of the top USHL talent in the Draft will be selected. Rob Sanderson of the Chicago Steel also joins the show once again to talk about the Steel after their 2017 Clark Cup championship and give his thoughts on some of the Steel players who look to be selected on draft weekend. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are back for the final time in the 2016-17 season with a full-blown preview of Game 5 of the 2017 Clark Cup Final. The Sioux City Musketeers and the Chicago Steel will square off on Tuesday night to determine the 2017 Clark Cup national champion. The guys are joined once again by Curtis Anderson of the Sioux City Musketeers and Rob Sanderson of the Chicago Steel to look ahead to the first Game 5 in the Clark Cup Final since 2014. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf recap games 1 and 2 the 2017 Clark Cup Final between the Sioux City Musketeers and Chicago Steel, and look ahead to Games 3 and 4 this weekend. The guys are rejoined this week by Chicago Steel Broadcaster and Media Relations Coordinator Rob Sanderson and Sioux City Musketeers broadcaster. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf preview the 2017 Clark Cup Final between the Sioux City Musketeers and Chicago Steel. The guys recap both the Eastern and Western Conference Final and are joined this week by Sioux City Musketeers broadcaster Curtis Anderson and Chicago Steel forward Brannon McManus. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are joined by Jordan Kuhns of the Dubuque Fighting Saints and Rob Sanderson of the Chicago Steel to recaps Games 1 & 2 of the Eastern Conference Final and preview Games 3 & 4 this upcoming weekend. The guys also give their takes on both the Eastern and Western Conference Final so far and also discuss the USHL Draft. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf recap the semifinals matchups in the Clark Cup Playoffs and look ahead to both the Eastern and Western Conference Final. Joining the show this week are Matt Hellickson of the Sioux City Musketeers and Waterloo Black Hawks goaltender Robbie Beydoun. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf recap the USHL's end-of-season awards. The guys also discuss all four semifinals series in the upcoming #ClarkCup Playoffs. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are live from the Frozen Four in Chicago. The guys preview Thursday's national semifinals games, break down the teams from a USHL perspective and interview one player from each of the four participating schools: Minnesota Duluth's Hunter Miska (Dubuque Fighting Saints, Harvard's John Marino (Tri-City Storm), Denver's Dylan Gambrell (Dubuque Fighting Saints)and Notre Dame's Dennis Gilbert (Chicago Steel). Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf welcome Jim Leitner of the Dubuque Telegraph-Herald to discuss the April edition of the USHL Power Rankings and potential playoff teams and matchups. Rob Sanderson then rejoins the show to discuss his recent milestone of broadcasting a game from all 17 USHL rinks. Rob talks about his favorite rinks, favorite coffee shops across the USHL as well as the state of the Steel heading into the Clark Cup Playoffs. Aaron and Kevin then preview the week ahead in the USHL as well as the Frozen Four matchups coming up this Thursday and Saturday. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the push for the Clark Cup Playoffs and the many scenarios that could play out over the final two weeks of the regular season. 2017 NHL Draft prospect Eeli Tolvanen joins the show to talk about his hockey upbringing, Sioux City's win streak, and playing college hockey with teammate and countryman Aapeli Rasanen. Bloomington Thunder goaltender Logan Halladay also stops by to discuss the raffle for his mask at the end of the season to raise money for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and the Special Olympics. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the USHL influence on the 2017 NCAA hockey tournament and talk about the heated playoff races across the USHL. USHL Director of Recruitment and Player Development Doug Christiansen stops by to discuss the upcoming USHL Development Series events as well as why college hockey is becoming more and more of a popular option for elite hockey players. The guys are then joined by Green Bay Gamblers forward and top 2017 NHL Draft prospect Casey Mittelstadt to talk about his big weekend, returning to the USHL for the first time since November, and trying to help the Gamblers get into the Clark Cup Playoffs. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf draft their All-USHL Underrated Teams. The guys also also joined this week by Chicago Steel assistant coach Peter Mannino and Des Moines Buccaneers forward Braden Costello, who recently scored his first career USHL goal. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent. USHL.com
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are joined by USHL Forward of the Week Joel Farabee to talk about his big weekend, playing with the U18s and his transition to the USHL. The guys also welcome Wil Nichol, the 2004 USHL Coach of the Year with the Chicago Steel and the current Director of Player Development for the NHL's Vegas Golden Knights. Wil chats about his job responsibilities and his view of the USHL now compared to when he coached and played in the league. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf welcome Jim Leitner of the Dubuque Telegraph-Herald to discuss the March edition of the USHL power rankings, Jim's pick for USHL Player of the Year, and a few potential Clark Cup Playoffs matchups. The guys are also joined by Des Moines Buccaneers defenseman Mario Ferraro to talk about his team's success this season, playing against future college teammates and participating in the USHL/NHL Top Prospects Game. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss Hockey Week Across America and the continued growth of hockey across the United States as well as the playoff races that are heating up all over the USHL. The guys are also joined by Waterloo Black Hawks forward Shane Bowers and Muskegon Lumberjacks head coach John LaFontaine. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the best USHL Valentine's Day puns, the extremely tight standings in both the Eastern and Western Conference, and preview the interesting weekend in the USHL. The guys are also joined by Green Bay Gamblers captain Jared Spooner as well as Madison Capitols forward and reigning CCM/USHL Forward of the Week Mick Messner. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the best possible 3-on-3 overtime combinations from the USHL's history. The guys also discuss the USHL standings and look to the week ahead in the USHL. Joining the show this week are Dubuque Fighting Saints head coach and general Manager Jason Lammers as well as Waterloo Black Hawks defenseman and Chicago Blackhawks prospect Jake Ryczek. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are joined by Jim Leitner of the Dubuque Telegraph Herald to discuss the February edition of USA Hockey Magazine's USHL Power Rankings. The guys also discuss the best 3-on-3 overtime teams in the USHL and chat with Collin Adams of the Muskegon Lumberjacks, who recently earned his 100th career USHL point.Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the recent USHL rules changes that will be implemented over the next two seasons. The guys talk to Brad Schlossman of the Grand Forks Herald and the College Hockey, Inc. podcast about Collin Adams, other North Dakota commits, and the state of college hockey. Scott Bradford of the Muskegon Lumberjacks also joins the show to discuss Adams, Keith Petruzzelli and Andrei Svechnikov. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss last week's USHL/NHL Top Prospects Game and the number of point streaks in the USHL. The guys also talk with Jordan Kuhns and Rob Sanderson, broadcasters/media relations directors of Chicago Steel and Dubuque Fighting Saints, respectively. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
The U-Show is in Sioux Falls, SD to get you ready for the 2017 USHL/NHL Top Prospects Game. Kevin Meyers and Matt McGreevy of the Lincoln Stars (filling in for Aaron Westendorf)talk about the excitement level around the league for the Top Prospects Game, where more than 8,000 fans and 100 scouts will be in attendance. The guys also talk to 7 players participating in the game: Zach Solow (Dubuque Fighting Saints), Alex Limoges (Tri-City Storm), Shane Bowers (Waterloo Black Hawks), Mikey Anderson (Waterloo Black Hawks), Cayden Primeau (Lincoln Stars), Brannon McManus (Chicago Steel) and Jack Adams (Fargo Force). Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are joined by the Dubuque Telegraph Herald's Jim Leitner to discuss the January edition of the USHL Power Rankings. The guys also have a very interesting discussion with Youngstown Phantoms general manager Jason Koehler about his two first-years goaltenders, the process of scouting and signing Kyle Connor, and the dynamic with first-year head coach Brad Patterson. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the USHL action following the holiday break. The guys are also joined by Fargo Force head coach and general manager Cary Eades as well as Tri-City Storm broadcaster and media relations director David FIne. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf are joined by Sioux City Musketeers head coach Jay Varady as well as Chicago Steel head coach Dan Muse. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf welcome Jim Leitner, Sports Editor of the Dubuque Telegraph-Herald, to discuss the December USHL Power Rankings. They also sit down with Sioux Falls Stampede head coach Scott Owens to talk about his 300th USHL win behind the bench and how the League has changed since he first started in the USHL, as well as Bloomington Thunder defenseman Daniel Willett, who talks about breaking the all-time USHL games played record and being a veteran leader in the locker room. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf talk with Youngstown Phantoms head coach Brad Patterson about the transition to becoming a head coach, the Phantoms bus being the best in the USHL, and more. Lincoln Stars broadcaster Matt McGreevy also comes on to discuss Mike Modano coming to the Ice Box, the most talented player he's seen this season, and his favorite hockey books.Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf discuss the newly released rosters for the World Junior A Challenge. All 21 members of Team USA's roster play for USHL teams. 12 different USHL teams are represented on the roster. The guys also chat with Sioux City Musketeers head coach Jay Varady. Varady will also be the head coach of Team USA at the World Junior A Challenge. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
It's the NHL Central Scouting Players to Watch List episode of The U-Show. Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf delve into the recently unveiled list that features 77 USHL players, tied for the most of any junior league in the world, as well as 9 USHL alumni. Nate Ewell of College Hockey, Inc. joined the show to discuss the list, the NLI process, college hockey graduation rates, and more. Muskegon Lumberjacks Broadcaster & Media Relations Director Scott Bradford also stopped by to talk about the team's hot start as well as 2018 NHL Draft prospect Andrei Svechnikov. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
USHL Director of Player Development & Recruitment Doug Christiansen joins Aaron Westendorf and Kevin Meyers to discuss the USHL Combine and why it is so beneficial for the players who participate in the event. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Ryan Kennedy joins Aaron Westendorf & Kevin Meyers to discuss The Hockey News Prospects Unlimited issue that features Eeli Tolvanen, Andrei Svechnikov, Brock Boeser and more. Madison Capitols forward Eetu Selanne also joins the show to talk California hockey and his commitment to Northeastern University. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf cover weekly highlights, interviews and news from around the United States Hockey League. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf cover weekly highlights, interviews and news from around the United States Hockey League. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf cover weekly highlights, interviews and news from around the United States Hockey League. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf cover weekly highlights, interviews and news from around the United States Hockey League. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.
Kevin Meyers and Aaron Westendorf cover weekly highlights, interviews and news from around the United States Hockey League. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the USHL celebrates its 15th season as the nation's only Tier I junior hockey league in 2016-17. 30 or more players from the USHL have been selected in four consecutive NHL Drafts, and more than 400 players on team rosters last season committed to NCAA Division I schools, further establishing the USHL as the world’s foremost producer of junior hockey talent.