Team Stripes Welcomes Andrew Bruggeman talk about his career from starting at the rinks of Mankato MN, to the ECHL, DEL and all the way to the Gold Medal Game of the 2022 Olympics. Andrew is currently working Big 10 Hockey and with the USA Hockey National office as a Coordinator of Youth Officiating Development. Hope you all enjoy this episode of t…

Travis Jackson and Terrell Rose return to the Team Stripes Podcast to recap the 2024 USA Hockey National Championships.Av Team Stripes

Its the End of the Hockey season and the playoff push is on...On this Episode of the Team Stripes Podcast we are joined by Sean MacFarline to talk about his career journey that lead him to where he is now currently working the DEL in Germany.We hope you enjoy this episode!Av Team Stripes

Join Nat and Ross in welcoming Dr Eddie O'Connor as they talk about the psychology of athletic performance and officiating! Dr Eddie is a sport psychologist who specializes helping athletes remove barriers to achieve their peak performance.www.dreddieoconnor.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZY3rvlWYKzRs0lKGp6Ljwhttps://www.thegreatcourses.com…

With it being time to submit potential rule changes, Ross and Nat talk about submissions made to the Ice Hockey Ref Club facebook group.If you would like to submit a rule change follow this link:https://usahockeynational.sportngin.com/register/form/992043099Av Team Stripes

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast Ross and Nat talk about Movember, Road Trips down south, some interesting calls and incidents in hockey lately and take a deep dive into seven teamwork skills that good officials can do and be aware of to become great officials.Av Team Stripes

Something a Little Different!Nat and Ross joined the Hockey House Podcast to talk all things College Club Hockey. We shared some stories, some laughs, and some insite into officiating Club Hockey.Club Hockey IS College Hockey, and nobody loves hockey more than College Club Hockey Players.Please check out the hockey house pod anywhere you listen to …

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast Nat and Ross are joined by Mark Riley. We talk about Marks career where he spent time in the NAHL, USHL, the EAST COAST HOCKEY LEAGUGE (ECHL), Where he worked a game that set the league Penalty Record at the time, NCAA Division 1, and USPHL Junior Hockey. He is a HUGE contributer to the Referees Crease MN…

On this Episode of the Team Stripes Podcast Nat and Ross are joined by 2022 Olympian Kendall Hanley. We talk about Kendalls career, what makes a great linesman, and about her role with the NAPHL and NAHL. Part of her role includes helping young officials get a chance at working higher level hockey. If you are interested in that opportunity please v…

On this Episode Ross and Nat are joined by BCHL Referee Eric Ruschin! The fellas talk about how Eric got into wearing the stripes, his progression, all the happenings with the BCHL and Hockey Canada, then the interview turnes into locker room talk. It was a great time and we could have recorded for even longer. Eric will be back on later in the sea…

Its Labor Day weekend! YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS!!! Its time to drop the puck on the 2023-2024 Hockey season. Nat and Ross talk about the off season, getting ready for the new season, then a segment on Referee Judgement! The slideshow for the Referee Judgement section can be found below.We hope you enjoy this episode and you're just as ready to get …

Nat and Ross talk ALL things Referee's Crease with Gene and Geno Binda. Big Announcements, and ALL Information needed for their Summer camps and the BIG Opportunities that await.... Registration is currently OPEN!!! To Register visit ( https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/UCfxt8QdYv ) "The goal of Referee’s Crease is to recruit, train, and adva…

On this weeks episode Nat and Ross start by getting caught up on all the happenings in the referee world, some interesting rules for the Champions hockey league, and Congraulating DA BOYZ on their trips to league finals. This weeks Interview (Starts at 11:10 into the episode) about the Bill McKenna Scholarship foundation features Retired NHL Goalte…

This week Nat and Ross interview Travis Jackson. Travis is an ODP Grad, worked the SPHL, ECHL, CHL, 20 USA HOCKEY NATIONAL TOURNAMENTS. Travis is the real deal and a really awesome guy. Get ready to enjoy a great episode with Travis, and we only got trough half of his material! Hes gonna come back for part 2 really soon. We hope you enjoy this epis…

Its time to go Summer Camping! Hosts Ross and Nat talk to Deric Boehm and Evan Knox about the Southeastern Referee Academy. Giving ALL the details of the camp and what to expect. For any additional information about the SERA Referee camp check them out athttps://www.facebook.com/Seracademy2017or by email @ serefacademy@gmail.com…

After a LONG Break due to life events and a FULL Hockey season, Ross and Nat are joined by Chris "Primetime" Snear. Chris had a big influence on both Nat and Ross in their officiating careers. Hes got a personality that can fill an entire room and it comes through on the show.Ross and Nat will be back to producing regular episodes now that the seas…

Fresh off the 2022 Woman's World Championships Amanda Tassoni and Samantha Hiller join Nat and Ross to discuss their journeys as referees. We talk about everything from working their first games at the grass roots youth level to Finding out they were going to work the American Hockey league, and the experience of working Woman's Worlds. We hope you…

With the excitement of the 2022 World Junior Championship game, Ross and Nat are joined by Referee Sean Fernandez who Refereed the Gold Medal Game! We talk about Sean's career development path, career in pro hockey, what its like to work IIHF, and of course the Gold Medal Game! (Sean was the referee on the goal line for the crazy play at the net) W…

Nat and Ross are joined by the newly appointed and FIRST ever USA HOCKEY Referee-In-Chief of Female Development Krissy Langley. They are also joined by one of Ross's long time friends, recently retired USAF TSgt Ryan Marino, who talks about his first ever seminar experience. Interview starts at 20:15 into the episodeFor more about Krissy's new posi…

Catching up with Geno Jr, Nat and Ross discuss all things under the Referee's Crease Banner, The Final Chapter of Geno Jr's on the Ice Career and what's coming next.Av Team Stripes

On this Episode Nat and Ross are joined by NAHL Director of Officiating Keith Kaval to talk about the NEW NAHL Next Shift program. For more information about the NAHL NEXT SHIFT please click on the link below:http://nahl.com/officiating/next-shift/http://nahl.com/officiating/interest/http://nahl.com/officiating/exposure-camp/http://nahl.com/the-nah…

After a LONG season, with Life and Games getting in the way of recording, the TEAM STRIPES PODCAST IS BACK! Ross welcomes new Co-Host Nat Swanson and discusses Nats career and they even get sidetracked talking Air Planes, (Nats a F/A-18 Hornet Pilot... Danger Zone anyone?) Were happy to be back Big things to come!…

We are BACK! The boys got back together late in the summer to take to Ken Reinhard about the new rule changes and all things USA hockey.Sorry for being so late to drop this!Av Team Stripes

Ross shares his thoughts about our referee shortageAv Team Stripes

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Brenden and Ross dive into the playoffs and talk about the major clips that have come out of it so far. They also talk about how even the tiny things are the difference between making the second round or not for refs. Make sure to head over to our story on monday (5/30) to check out the latest merch dropping and enjoy 10% off the whole store!…

Brenden and ross break down the first few games of the NHL Playoffs.Av Team Stripes

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Brenden and Ross talk about NHL deadline day and are joined by ODP travel coordinator Johnathan Morrison. They also discuss the latest clips of the week. check out all of our new merch at www.goteamstripes.com Thank you all our sponsors ACME WhistlesSIGHockeyHockey Ref ShopAv Team Stripes

Brenden and Ross talk about the latest things to happen in the hockey world over the past week. They are joined by 2010 winter olympics official Kelli Rolstad who shares her story. To view the clips we talk about check out any of our social medias at @goteamstripes check out our new merch at www.goteamstripes.comThank you to all our sponsors:ACME W…

Brenden and Ross catch up after taking a week off. They talked about all of the latest clips to happen around the hockey world and covered one of the biggest stories to hit hockey in a few years; Tim Peel being let go by the NHL. Check out our latest merch at https://goteamstripes.com/collections/apparelThank you to our amazing sponsors:ACME Whistl…

Brenden and Ross are joined by ODP manger of Officials Scott Zelkin to talk everything from Scott's NHL career, to how he manages the ODP. He also talks about what they look for in an official and what it takes to stay at the level. Ross and Brenden also talk about the clips of the week on the social media channels. It was a busy week with big hits…

The crew chat about everything happening in the hockey world including officials under the age of 18 having to wear green arm bands in eastern Ontario. They also share some crazy stories from their past weekend working state playoffs. They are joined by Mitchell Jeffrey who is the author of a new book coming out called "How to referee hockey." Than…

Brenden and Ross catch up after Brenden had to take a week off to the snow storm that hit Dallas. They are joined by Jessica Herman who skated her first 2 NCAA D1 games over the weekend. She talks all about her experience and the road she took there. Brenden and Ross also break down clips from plays that have happened over the past week. Make sure …

Brenden and Ross welcome two new hosts to the show; Reese and Cameron. The four of them break down clips from over the past week in the NHL and also share a few stories along the way. Thank you to our amazing sponsors at ACME Whistles and SighockeyMake sure to check out all of our latest merch from our store at www.goteamstripes.com…

Ross and Brenden talk about a big week in the NHL and share a few stories from this past weekend during their games. They break down a few hits, suspensions and even a few calls they disagreed with. They also announced the WINNERS of the 1k subscriber giveaway!Make sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share so we can get to 5k and do another givea…

Brenden and Ross are joined by WHL referee Corey Koop, they chat about everything hockey. Corey also talks about the summer camp he puts on each year for young up and coming officials and giving them a chance to skate with other WHL officials. Brenden and Ross also catch up after taking the last week off and are joined at the end of the episode wit…

Brenden and ross dive deep into the upcoming NHL season with their season predictions. The boys also talk about some fantasy hockey! Be sure to check out the social media pages at @goteamstripes also check out the latest merch on the web site at www.goteamstripes.comAv Team Stripes

Ross and Brenden talk all things hockey and have a deep dive into the offside rule in the IIHF after a crazy play took place. They also talk about face-offs and if they would rather only have warnings or not.Be sure to check out the latest merch dropped on the team stripes store at goteamstripes.comAv Team Stripes

Brenden and Ross catch up after taking a week off for the holidays. The boys talk everything happening in the World Juniors and talk about all the latest in NHL news. Make sure to be one of our first 1K Subscribers on Youtube for your chance to win amazing prizes. Head over to our store at goteamstripes.com for all the latest merch!…

Ross and Brenden catch up after a long weekend. The boys have a little bit of a story time about how Ross had to escort a coach off the ice. They also preview group A from the 2021 World Junior Championship! Make sure to check out all of our new merch at goteamstripes.com Also make sure to subscribe to be one of the first 1K subscribes on our youtu…

Brenden and ross are joined by Sammie Kline who shares her insight on officiating. She talks about working various leagues and how she handles the job. The crew also talk about the NHL returning!Team Stripes now has a phone number!! so call in and tell us your best hockey stories at 469-476-0093Make sure to check out all of our new merch on the Tea…

Ross and Brenden catch up after a week off. They talk about the upcoming world juniors and answer some fan questions. Make sure to check out the new merch on the Team Stripes store at goteamstripes.comAlso check out our amazing sponsors ACME Whistles and Rolo Golf use code stripes15 for 15% off your entire order.…

Brenden and Ross talk about the NHL reserve retro jerseys. They also dive into the mental health side of hockey and how they handle the pressures of the job. The boys are joined by Fabian Perez who talks about things officials might want to try in the gym or with our nutrition. Thank you to our sponsors ACME Whistles: Get a matte Black ACME Thunder…

Brenden talks about the last two weeks in hockey. He touches on the OHL banning hitting and also talks NHL contracts. Be on the lookout for a chance to get 50% off a matte black ACME Thunderer whistle. Also make sure to check out Polo Golf and use code stripes15 for 15% off your entire purchase.Av Team Stripes

Brenden gives an update on a few signings and retirements and talks about the cap and how its going to effect everything. He also drops some hints on to when the next whistle giveaway will be and talks about plans that the team have up their sleeves.Av Team Stripes

Brenden and Ross catch up on the weeks events and talk about what they should be some rule changes. They are joined by AHL official Tyler Loftus who shares his experiences and how he is giving back to younger officials.Av Team Stripes

Ross and Brenden talk about the crazy week that took place in the NHL with the draft and free agency. They also talk about their very busy weekend filled with youth hockey.Av Team Stripes