The Hockey HouseExplicit
by Mackenzie Murphy
A college hockey podcast highlighting the best of non-NCAA hockey in the United States. Showcasing the best of the ACHA and AAU College Hockey. New episodes every Friday.
Podcast episodes
Hockey House Episode 142: Austin Peay | Cooper Smith and Peyton Leonard
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=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod
Hockey House Episode 141: Mizzou | Luca Vitale
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 Ocean Follow us on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod
Hockey House Episode 140: Lawrence Tech | Bryce Ebert
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 Memories Follow us on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod
Hockey House Episode 139: Vanderbilt | Drew Shearson and Julian Yang
Recent Vanderbilt University graduates Julian Yang and Andrew Shearson join the show (26:16) to talk about their memorable careers with Vandy Hockey. From ice promotions to Dolly Parton National Anthems, the boys witnessed it all playing college hockey in the South! Timestamps: (02:13) Murph's Got A New Job! (02:53) Summer Contest Updates (06:01) New Coaches At UCO and SDSU (10:09) Niagara's First Independent Schedule and Stony Brook's New Era (15:52) Transfer Portal and Stick Taps (21:01) Ham Arena Hot Seat: Hiram College and Social Media Pet Peeves (26:16) Interview with Drew Shearson and Julian Yang (43:30) Free Ice Cream for the Fans (45:20) Team Dynamics: Grad Students and Freshmen (48:35) New Jerseys: Design and Challenges (50:43) Playing at F&M Bank Arena (54:55) Ole Miss Trip: Hotel and Game Nightmares (59:59) Clemson Series: No Concerns? (01:16:29) If You Could Change One Piece of Sty From Your Childhood... (01:20:19) Question of the Week: Which B1G Teams Should Play At Wrigley? Follow us on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod
Hockey House Episode 138: Adrian | Tess McKerrow and Chloe Burt
Adrian College captain Tess McKerrow and goaltender Chloe Burt join the show this week (18:39) to recap the first women's national championship in school history. Tess and Chloe walk us through the ups and down of a season they'll never forget while sharing some unique experiences from their minor hockey careers. The boys lead things off with another NCAA exhibition update and take a look at some portal movements (10:41) before rapping up the show with some college baseball inspired talk (01:01:40). Timestamps: (05:31) GCU's Exciting NCAA Exhibition Series (07:42) Eastern Michigan's Program Folds (10:41) Transfer Portal Updates (15:24) Ham Arena Hot Seat: University of Houston (18:39) Interview with Tess and Chloe (25:02) Journey Through Hockey (38:28) Discussing Coach Carter Clarke's Coaching Style (40:46) Teammate Dynamics + Macy Piche (42:08) Conference Championship and Rivalries (46:49) Chirping and Team Spirit (47:39) Semifinal Victory Over Midland (50:08) Preparing for the National Championship Game (52:42) Winning the National Championship (56:11) Promoting Women's Hockey and Future Aspirations (01:01:40) NCAA Baseball x ACHA + AAU Hockey Follow us on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeyhousepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hockeyhousepod?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/hockeyhousepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hockeyhousepod