The Breakout Sessions

Apr 18 2024 4
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We started this podcast as a way for us to connect with others over our love of life and the great game of hockey. We are reaching out to men and women of all ages and levels (youth, high school, college and beyond) that we know or have known that have had hockey involvement as a large part of their life; as a player, coach, official, administrator, fan, etc. We are hoping our guests can share some stories about the colorful characters and exploits they were involved in on their journey, or the youth player who has just played the game of their life! We believe folks will enjoy hearing what our podcast has to offer.

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TBOS Episode 123 - Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario native, Soo Greyhound, Michigan Tech Husky, Edmonton Oiler and Saint Louis Blue - Mike Zuke

Apr 18 2024 86 mins  
Born in the Soo and coached by his father, Mike Zuke made the NHL by learning to play a full 200 foot game. Tech coach John MacInnes stressed these lessons that carried Mike through a long WHA and NHL career. You'll love his stories and sense of humor!Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport MedicineDedicated and committed to the health care needs of patients in Western Wisconsin since

TBOS Episode 122 - Richfield, MN native, Golden Gopher, US Olympian, NHL veteran and current Minnesota Wild Assistant Coach - Darby Hendrickson

Apr 11 2024 70 mins  
Darby chronicles his story growing up in Richfield in a hockey family. His goal was to play high school hockey, but he went way past that playing Division 1 hockey and playing in the NHL. Darby takes us through what he does in his current role as an assistant coach with the Minnesota Wild!Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport MedicineDedicated and committed to the health care needs of pa

TBOS Episode 121 - Eau Claire, WI native, Former Wisconsin Badger and current San Jose Shark - Ty Emberson

Apr 04 2024 59 mins  
TY joins us for the second time. This time as a bona fide NHL player! Ty made his NHL debut this season and scored his first NHL goal! Listen in as he tells us what it took for him to go from the AHL to the NHL.Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport MedicineDedicated and committed to the health care needs of patients in Western Wisconsin since 1954. Riverside Bike and SkateEau Claire'

TBOS Episode 120 - Michigan Tech Assistant Coaches

Mar 28 2024 66 mins  
Michigan Tech Husky assistant coaches all grew up in different areas, but are together at MTU. Learn how they fell in love with the game and how they ended up together as MTU Husky assistant coaches.Riverside Bike and SkateEau Claire's hockey headquarters which is the oldest hockey store in the state of Wisconsin. Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport MedicineDedicated and committed

TBOS Episode 119 - Fernie, BC native, former Medicine Hat Tiger, long-time NHL player and noted "tough guy" - Shane Churla

Mar 21 2024 73 mins  
Shane grew up and played his minor hockey in Fernie, BC, a town of roughly 7.000 people, He rose through the ranks with skill and tenacity, resulting in him playing 488 NHL games and amassing 2301 penalty minutes. Always ready to stand up for a teammate, Shane was loved by his teammates and coaches. He currently serves as the Director of Amateur Scouting for the NHL's Florida

TBOS Episode 118 - Minnesota Hockey Icon and current PWHL Minnesota General Manager - Natalie Darwitz

Mar 14 2024 48 mins  
Natalie Darwitz hails from Eagan, MN where she racked up an astounding 468 points at Eagan High School! She was a member of the US National Women's Team at age 15 and starred for the Golden Gophers, winning National Championships in '04 and '05. She has won countless medals and awards throughout her hockey career and currently is the General Manager of the PWHL team

TBOS Episode 117 - Hendrickson Foundation Executive Director - Danny Hendrickson, Minnesota Warrior Coach - Derek Kottke and Minnesota Wild Blind Hockey Manager - Nick Hadfield

Mar 07 2024 58 mins  
Danny Hendrickson takes us through what the motivation was for his father, Larry, was to establish the Hendrickson Foundation and why he and his family have kept it going. Danny brings Minnesota Warrior coach, Derek Kottke and Minnesota Wild Blind Hockey team manger, Nick Hadfield to talk about the positive influence the foundation has had on them and their players. The foundation&

TBOS Episode 116 - Chippewa Falls High School Hockey Captains: Gus Thorp, Mason Johnson and Jackson Hoem.

Feb 29 2024 37 mins  
The Chippewa Falls High School Hockey Captains joined us just prior to leaving to compete in the 2024 Wisconsin State High School Division 1 Hockey Tournament.Riverside Bike and SkateEau Claire's hockey headquarters which is the oldest hockey store in the state of Wisconsin. Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport MedicineDedicated and committed to the health care needs of patients in

TBOS Episode 115 - Rochester, MN native, Frazier Cup winner and Head Coach of the NAHL's Chippewa Steel - Chris Ratzloff

Feb 22 2024 66 mins  
Coach Ratz takes us through growing up in Rochester, MN and how he fell in love with the game. He has been coaching for the past few years and has been successful wherever he has gone. Listen in as he lets us in on some of his coaching secrets!Chippewa Valley Ortho and Sport MedicineDedicated and committed to the health care needs of patients in Western Wisconsin since 1954. Rivers

TBOS Episode 114 - Houghton Gremlins and Hancock Bulldogs High School Captains

Feb 15 2024 55 mins  
The captains of the Houghton Gremlins and Hancock Bulldogs High School hockey teams join us prior to their annual "Wing Ding" battle. These 2 high school programs have been going at it since around 1904. Both schools were represented by some tremendous young men!Houghton Gremlin Captains:Mike Maillette - Senior, forwardConnor Raffaelli - Senior, defenseBryant Lee - Senior