Get ready for an electrifying deep dive into Missouri State Ice Bears Hockey as Head Coach Tom Winkler joins the show to break down a must-win weekend against Colorado. Ranked 21st nationally, the Ice Bears are fighting for their spot in the 24-team national tournament in St. Louis, where every shift, every check, and every goal matters. Coach Winkler lays out what makes Colorado dangerous, how brutal the WCHL grind really is, and what it takes to deliver when the pressure is highest.

But this segment goes way beyond the weekend slate. We’re also celebrating 25 years of Ice Bears hockey and honoring Stan Melton, the program’s founder and soon-to-be Missouri Sports Hall of Fame inductee. Known as Springfield’s true Godfather of Hockey, Melton shares the story of how one snowy game sparked a legacy that’s grown into a championship-caliber program rooted in community, character, and packed rinks. Plus, we dive into the explosive growth of ACHA hockey, its evolving national profile, and the rivalries that make local hockey electric.

Get ready for an electrifying deep dive into&nbsp;Missouri State Ice Bears Hockey as Head Coach Tom Winkler joins the show to break down a must-win weekend against Colorado. Ranked 21st nationally, the Ice Bears are fighting for their spot in the 24-team national tournament in St. Louis, where every shift, every check, and every goal matters. Coach Winkler lays out what makes Colorado dangerous, how brutal the WCHL grind really is, and what it takes to deliver when the pressure is highest.
But this segment goes way beyond the weekend slate. We&rsquo;re also celebrating 25 years of Ice Bears hockey and honoring Stan Melton, the program&rsquo;s founder and soon-to-be Missouri Sports Hall of Fame inductee. Known as Springfield&rsquo;s true Godfather of Hockey, Melton shares the story of how one snowy game sparked a legacy that&rsquo;s grown into a championship-caliber program rooted in community, character, and packed rinks. Plus, we dive into the explosive growth of ACHA hockey, its evolving national profile, and the rivalries that make local hockey electric.

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Stay in the Game with 102.1 The Won &ndash; Springfield&rsquo;s Sports Hub
Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.