Season 6 kicks off with Steve Konowalchuk, the first player from Salt Lake to make it to the NHL. Jay and Steve talk about growing up in Salt Lake, and the other players, coaches, and parents that helped create a special team.

Then they get into how Steve and his brother Brian made the unexpected leap to Canada. Steve talks about his NHL career, and what it was like to play against Joey Mullen and other former Golden Eagles that he had grown up watching.  

The two also talk about the ups and downs of making or not making teams. They finish up talking about Steve's current job with the Colorado Eagles. 

Season 6 kicks off with Steve Konowalchuk, the first player from Salt Lake to make it to the NHL. Jay and Steve talk about growing up in Salt Lake, and the other players, coaches, and parents that helped create a special team.
Then they get into how Steve and his brother Brian made the unexpected leap to Canada. Steve talks about his NHL career, and what it was like to play against Joey Mullen and other former Golden Eagles that he had grown up watching.  
The two also talk about the ups and downs of making or not making teams. They finish up talking about Steve's current job with the Colorado Eagles.

Steve Konowalchuk talks about his Utah roots,  NHL career,  and the Colorado Eagles

Jay Stevens is joined by Tyson Whiting(Utah Grizzlies play-by-play announcer) to discuss everything from the potential NHL team moving to Salt Lake City, which building would be best suited to host the NHL, and Tyson's journey from Kearns High announcer to becoming the voice of the Utah Grizzlies.

We also dive into what the future holds for the Utah Grizzlies with all of the movement in the Colorado Avalanche system, some of the weirdest and funniest times Tyson has had as the voice of the Grizzlies, and how he learned to broadcast hockey games while sitting by himself watching them on TV, 

Lastly, we recap the Grizzlies' last two seasons, how much fun it was to watch certain players grow, and where we think they’ll end up in the next few years.

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Jay Stevens is joined by Tyson Whiting (Utah Grizzlies play-by-play announcer) to discuss everything from the potential NHL team moving to Salt Lake City, which building would be best suited to host the NHL, and Tyson's journey from Kearns High announcer to becoming the voice of the Utah Grizzlies.
We also dive into what the future holds for the Utah Grizzlies with all of the movement in the Colorado Avalanche system, some of the weirdest and funniest times Tyson has had as the voice of the Grizzlies, and how he learned to broadcast hockey games while sitting by himself watching them on TV, 
Lastly, we recap the Grizzlies' last two seasons, how much fun it was to watch certain players grow, and where we think they’ll end up in the next few years.
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Utah Grizzlies: <a href="https://www.utahgrizzlies.com/">https://www.utahgrizzlies.com/</a>

Tyson Whiting on being the voice of the Utah Grizzlies and potential NHL team in SLC

In this week's episode, host Jay Stevens sits down with Utah born players, Nick Halloran and Daniel Brickley to discuss their exciting, championship winning season in Modo Sweden. The group talks about how the path that led them to Modo, the ups and downs over the years, what it takes to be mentally strong and the realistic life of a professional athlete.

The group also talks about the current state of hockey in Utah, the possibility of Utah Jazz and Real Salt Lake owner Ryan Smith bringing an NHL team to Salt Lake.

In this week's episode, host Jay Stevens sits down with Utah born players, Nick Halloran and Daniel Brickley to discuss their exciting, championship winning season in Modo Sweden. The group talks about how the path that led them to Modo, the ups and downs over the years, what it takes to be mentally strong and the realistic life of a professional athlete.
The group also talks about the current state of hockey in Utah, the possibility of Utah Jazz and Real Salt Lake owner Ryan Smith bringing an NHL team to Salt Lake.

Nick Halloran and Daniel Brickley on their championship winning season in Modo Sweden

In today's episode, Jay Stevens sits down with Paul Skidmore(former Salt Lake Golden Eagle) to discuss Pauls introduction to hockey, how he became a goalie and why, out of 80 colleges that made him offers, Paul picked Boston College.

Paul takes us through his pro career, his first NHL game, an NHL record that he didn't want, and even talks about playing professional roller hockey. 

In today's episode, Jay Stevens sits down with Paul Skidmore (former Salt Lake Golden Eagle) to discuss Pauls introduction to hockey, how he became a goalie and why, out of 80 colleges that made him offers, Paul picked Boston College.
Paul takes us through his pro career, his first NHL game, an NHL record that he didn't want, and even talks about playing professional roller hockey.

Paul Skidmore talks all things Boston College, the Golden Eagles, and his first NHL game

Jay Stevens sits down with Jack Skille(former Chicago Black Hawks first round pick) and Jordan Parise to talk about hockey camps and their new plan to help Utah hockey. The group discuss everything from their playing experiences to the best way to actually help young athletes become better at their sport.

The group also gets into a conversation about what to look for when picking hockey camps this summer.

Then Jack talks about his idea on how to help make Utah hockey more competitive and beneficial for all of those involved.

This is our longest podcast yet and is full of great information and ideas.

Related Links:

Jack Skille Hockey Academy: https://jackskillehockeyacademy.com/

Parise Hockey: https://www.parisehockey.com/

Jay Stevens sits down with Jack Skille (former Chicago Black Hawks first round pick) and Jordan Parise to talk about hockey camps and their new plan to help Utah hockey. The group discuss everything from their playing experiences to the best way to actually help young athletes become better at their sport.
The group also gets into a conversation about what to look for when picking hockey camps this summer.
Then Jack talks about his idea on how to help make Utah hockey more competitive and beneficial for all of those involved.
This is our longest podcast yet and is full of great information and ideas.
Related Links:
Jack Skille Hockey Academy: <a href="https://jackskillehockeyacademy.com/">https://jackskillehockeyacademy.com/</a>
Parise Hockey: <a href="https://www.parisehockey.com/">https://www.parisehockey.com/</a>

Making Utah hockey more competitive and beneficial with Jack Skille and Jordan Parise

Jay Stevens talks with Ryan Kinasewich (Utah Grizzlies Head Coach) about this week's important games against the Tulsa Oilers. The two also discuss what needs to happen for the Grizzlies to make the playoffs, and what lineup changes to expect.

Jay also brings up fan discussions on roster changes including the recent move to reacquire the rights to Utah-born and fan favorite — Mason Mannek.

Jay Stevens talks with Ryan Kinasewich (Utah Grizzlies Head Coach) about this week's important games against the Tulsa Oilers. The two also discuss what needs to happen for the Grizzlies to make the playoffs, and what lineup changes to expect.
Jay also brings up fan discussions on roster changes including the recent move to reacquire the rights to Utah-born and fan favorite — Mason Mannek.

Ryan Kinasewich on the Grizzlies' playoff hopes, potential lineup changes, and Mason Mannek

Jay Stevens is joined by Paul Taylor(Utah Outliers Head Coach) to discuss Paul's hockey experience and how he came to Utah. They also talk about the USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League) and how it helps promote athletes to the collegiate level.

The two also get into the rivalry with Ogden and the upcoming playoffs. 

Jay Stevens is joined by Paul Taylor (Utah Outliers Head Coach) to discuss Paul's hockey experience and how he came to Utah. They also talk about the USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League) and how it helps promote athletes to the collegiate level.
The two also get into the rivalry with Ogden and the upcoming playoffs.

Paul Taylor on the USPHL's positive impact on athletes

George Chalos(Associate Coach of the University of Utah Hockey club) joins Jay Stevens and Gary Michaels to talk about growing up playing hockey in New York, battling the idea of becoming a head coach at a local college in New York versus attending law school, and George's past experience with coaching junior hockey for almost 3 decades.

We also dive into George's experience as the President and Director of Ops of the New York Jr. Aviators and the Long Beach Sharks, his decision to become a Men's Associate Coach at the University of Utah, and the idea of making Utah the go-to state for developing hockey prospects.

To learn more about Jack Skille's upcoming Holiday Invitational on December 26th and 27th which was described in the episode, you can visit his official website.

You can also find more information on the University of Utah Hockey club, you can visit their official website.

George Chalos (Associate Coach of the University of Utah Hockey club) joins Jay Stevens and Gary Michaels to talk about growing up playing hockey in New York, battling the idea of becoming a head coach at a local college in New York versus attending law school, and George's past experience with coaching junior hockey for almost 3 decades.
We also dive into George's experience as the President and Director of Ops of the New York Jr. Aviators and the Long Beach Sharks, his decision to become a Men's Associate Coach at the University of Utah, and the idea of making Utah the go-to state for developing hockey prospects.
To learn more about Jack Skille's upcoming Holiday Invitational on December 26th and 27th which was described in the episode, you can visit his <a href="https://jackskille.com/">official website</a>.
You can also find more information on the University of Utah Hockey club, you can visit their <a href="https://universityofutahhockey.com/">official website</a>.

George Chalos on Utah's potential to become the state of hockey

Cyd Butler(President of the Growlin' Grizzlies Booster Club) joins Jay Stevens to talk about how the booster club helps support the players throughout the season, why getting access to the team is one of the best benefits of the club, and one of Jay's favorite moments that he's had with the club that includes a missing Star Wars-themed jersey.

We also dive into some of the best reasons to join the booster club and how we can help support the team.

You can follow the Growlin' Grizzlies on Twitter and Facebook, as well as learn more about getting involved by visiting their official member page.

Cyd Butler (President of the Growlin' Grizzlies Booster Club) joins Jay Stevens to talk about how the booster club helps support the players throughout the season, why getting access to the team is one of the best benefits of the club, and one of Jay's favorite moments that he's had with the club that includes a missing Star Wars-themed jersey.
We also dive into some of the best reasons to join the booster club and how we can help support the team.
You can follow the Growlin' Grizzlies on <a href="https://twitter.com/utahgrizzbc">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrizzliesBoosterClub/">Facebook</a>, as well as learn more about getting involved by visiting their official <a href="https://www.memberplanet.com/ggbc">member page.</a>

Cyd Butler on all things Growlin' Grizzlies and how you can support the team

Jay Stevens is joined by Utah Grizzlies Goalie, Lukáš Pařík, to dive into his career so far including growing up playing hockey in Prague, Czech Republic, getting drafted by the LA Kings in the third round, and some of his hockey inspirations growing up.

We also dive into how he turned to Friends to become fluent in English, the culture shock he experienced coming to America, and how COVID-19 impacted his career while playing in the Czech Republic.

Lukáš also breaks down his time with the Dubuque Fighting Saints in the USHL, his battles with the Utah Grizzlies while playing for the Rapid City Rush, and the accident that would leave him with multiple broken ribs after getting hit by a wrong-way driver.

Jay Stevens is joined by Utah Grizzlies Goalie, Lukáš Pařík, to dive into his career so far including growing up playing hockey in Prague, Czech Republic, getting drafted by the LA Kings in the third round, and some of his hockey inspirations growing up.
We also dive into how he turned to Friends to become fluent in English, the culture shock he experienced coming to America, and how COVID-19 impacted his career while playing in the Czech Republic.
Lukáš also breaks down his time with the Dubuque Fighting Saints in the USHL, his battles with the Utah Grizzlies while playing for the Rapid City Rush, and the accident that would leave him with multiple broken ribs after getting hit by a wrong-way driver.

Lukáš Pařík on acclimating to America and putting in the work to achieve your goals

Get all the hockey action on the Utah ice, from high schools, to tier 1 juniors, NCAA and pros. Rockers Gary Michaels and Jay Stevens of 103.5 the Arrow host the Utah Puck Report, bringing you candid interviews with up-and-coming hockey stars, following their journey from Utah into the pros. A former Utah Grizzly, Jay has the inside track and Gary has played and coached the local ice for many moons. Jay and Gary catch you up on all things hockey, gear manufacturers, and which pro scouts are looking at which players.

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