Team Stripes Podcast

Team Stripes Season 5 Episode 6 USA Hockey Nationals Recap with Travis Jackson and Terrell Rose

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

At the end of the season its time to have some fun. Travis Jackson and Terrell Rose join the podcast to talk about USA Hockey Nationals. It gets a lit...

Team Stripes Season 5 Episode 5 USA Hockey Rule Changes with Ken Reinhard

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Reinhard joins Team Stripes to talk about the 2025-2029 USA Hockey Rule Changes! Lots to talk about here so we get to it quick!

Team Stripes Season 5 Episode 4 Carl Sasyn

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode Carl Sasyn joins the Team Stripes podcast. Carl has been an AHL official for 20 years and has had a heck of a journey in the world of ...

Team Stripes Podcast Season 5 Episode 3 Action Jackson Returns!

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Travis Action Jackson returns to the Team Stripes Podcast joining Ross and Nat to talk about all things officiating and the future landscape of hockey...

Team Stripes Season 5 Episode 2 Jeff Nygaard

04 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ross and Nat welcome Jeff Nygaard to the Team stripes podcast. Jeff was one of Nats mentors when he first started officiating. Jeffs hockey career has...

Team Stripes Season 5 Episode 1 Ian McCambridge

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Team Stripes Season 5 Episode 1 Ian McCambridge On this episode Ian joins us to talk about his career and his new role with the NAHL.

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 11 Andrew Bruggeman

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 Me...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 10 Terrell Rose and Travis Jackson

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 9 Sean MacFarlane

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 8 Dr. Eddie O'Connor

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 psycho...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 7 Rule Change Submissions

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 6 Crew Resource Management

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 la...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 5 The Hockey House

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 4 Team Stripes Welcomes Mark Riley

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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, t...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 3 Team Stripes Welcomes Kendall Hanley

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 2 Team Stripes Welcomes Eric Ruschin

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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, al...

Team Stripes Season 4 Episode 1 Time to Drop the Puck and Referee Judgement

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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,...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 10 Referees Crease

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 B...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 9 The Bill McKenna Scholarship Foundation

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 hoc...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 8 Travis Jackson

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Summer Camp Episode Featuring Southeastern Referee Academy

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 7 Chris Snear

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 6 Amanda Tassoni and Samantha Hiller

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 abo...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 5 With Sean Fernandez

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 4 Krissy Langley

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 b...

Team Stripes 3.0 Episode 3 Welcome back Geno Binda Jr

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 2 NAHL NEXT SHIFT with Keith Kaval

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 informati...

Team Stripes Season 3 Episode 1 With new Co-Host Nat Swanson

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 99 Featuring Ken Reinhard

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 be...

From the Perch, Ross's Toughts about our massive referee shortage

09 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ross shares his thoughts about our referee shortage

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 98

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Team Stripes Podcast Episode 97

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Team Stripes Podcast Episode 96

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 95

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 94

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Team Stripes Podcast Episode 93

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 93 by Team Stripes

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 92 Featuring Johnathan Morrison

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 we...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 91 Featuring IIHF Official Kelli Rolstad

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 90

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Episode 89 Featuring Scott Zelkin

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 tal...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 88 Featuring Mitchell Jeffrey

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 87 Featuring NCAA Official Jessica Herman

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 fir...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 85

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 s...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 84

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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, suspe...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 83 Featuring Corey Koop

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 82

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 81

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 fac...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 80

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 lat...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 79

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 78 Featuring Sammie Kline

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Team Stripes Episode 77

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 76 Featuring Fabian Perez

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 75

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 74

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Team Stripes Episode 73 Featuring Tyler Loftus

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 s...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 72

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 fil...

Teams Stripes Podcast Episode 71 Featuring Cole Ruwe

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brenden and Ross chat about the NHL offseason leading up to what will be a crazy week with the draft on Tuesday and free agency on Friday. They talk t...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 70 Featuring Andy Hudson

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Hudson joined Ross and Brenden to talk about how he is fixing the biggest problem facing officials today.. Finding younger officials to teach the...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 69 Featuring Nick Moroch

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks episode the boys are joined by Nick Moroch who is a massive Dallas Stars fan and is a well known staple around the city. They talk to hi...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 68 Featuring Reese Layton

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brenden and ross talk about everything happening in the NHL conference finals and discuss the happenings around the NHL. Remember to DM the answer to ...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 67 Featuring Chris Marriner

10 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brenden and Ross catch up after labor day weekend tournaments. They are joined by state supervisor Chris Marriner who gives them an insight at what it...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 66 Featuring Jessica Herman

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys talk about the last week in the NHL and sit down with Jessica Herman a young official who sees the game from the other side, they talked abou...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 65

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ross and Brenden chat about the happenings going on inside the bubble and give their takes on calls they've seen throughout the past week.

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 64

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ross and Brenden talk about everything going on in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and then get into a debate about the USA hockey open bo...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 63 Featuring Logan Gruhl

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ross and Brenden recap the NHL qualifying round and break down round one of the playoffs. They are joined by ECHL referee Logan Gruhl who talks about ...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 62 with Jacob Headley

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brenden and Ross catch up on all the latest hockey news in the world. They talk about hockey in the bubble and gives their opinions on the big hits an...

Team Stripes Podcast Episode 61 Featuring Ethan Trexler

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ross and Brenden are joined by Ethan Trexler who gives some tips and tricks on how to handle being a referee in the 3-man system. The boys also talk a...

Episode 59 - Introducing NEW podcast hosts Ross Crimaldi and Brenden Ast!

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Meet the two guys taking over the podcast! Featuring Brandon Bourgeois and Logan Bunn.

Episode 58 - Kelly Cooke

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On Episode 58 of the Team Stripes Podcast – host Logan Bunn speaks with Kelly Cooke, an accomplished referee who was one of the four female official...

Episode 57 - Jordan Kraabel (Special Episode on Communication)

21 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, we bring on a good friend of the show, Jordan Kraabel. Jordan has previously worked in leagues such as NCAA (Div 1/Div...

Episode 56 - Josh McCormack feat. new host Logan Bunn

05 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, new host Logan Bunn talks with his good friend Josh McCormack, a seasoned referee in the QMJHL. These two talk many th...

Episode 55 - Zach Roberts (PEOC)

07 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode - we catch up with our friend Zach Roberts, the director of the Pittsburgh Elite Officiating Camp. We talk about his career, how the p...

Episode 54 - The Tim Peel Referee Camp (with Instructor Scott Bokal and Andy Hudson)

31 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast, we speak with two of the instructors teaching at the inaugural Tim Peel Referee Camp. Andy Hudson and Sco...

Episode 53 - Bryan Lewis

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast, we welcome none other than Bryan Lewis. Bryan is a former NHL Referee who worked over 1000 NHL Games and ...

Episode 52 - Wayne Bonney Returns

17 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast, our good friend Wayne Bonney makes a return to the show. During our conversation we talk about a few stor...

A Team Stripes Update

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After recently finished over 50 episodes we thought it would be great to provide an update for the company and what's going on! For more great stuff h...

Episode 51 - Jamie Koharski Returns

17 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie makes his second appearance on the Team Stripes podcast following a recent trip to officiate in the German DEL. Jamie shares with us his experie...

Episode 50 - EIHL Referee Tom Darnell

02 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 50 of the Team Stripes podcast, we take the show across the Atlantic to speak with Tom Darnell, a referee in the Elite Ice Hockey League, i...

Episode 49 - Mark Lichtenfeld, Author of "Officially Speaking"

26 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 49 of the Team Stripes Podcast, we speak with Mark Lichtenfeld who writes a popular officiating column called "Officially Speaking". We tal...

Episode 48 - Peter Tarnaris and the Art of Communication

19 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes podcast, we interview full-time AHL referee Peter Tarnaris. The Illinois native has compiled an impressive officia...

Episode 47 - Joe Sullivan

12 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 47 of the Team Stripes podcast we speak with NCHC referee, Joe Sullivan. Joe is one of the top officials in college hockey, and has experie...

Episode 46 - Matt Bell (and how to deal with abuse)

07 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 46 we talk with Matt Bell. Matt recently faced severe abuse in a rink from a parent which led him to making a post about it on social media...

Episode 45 - Josh Smith from Scouting the Refs

22 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast we speak with Josh Smith, the Managing Editor of Scouting the Refs. During the episode, we speak with Josh...

Episode 44 - The Binda's

15 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 44 of the Team Stripes Podcast, we speak with two legends in the New England officiating community - Gene (Eugene Sr.) and Geno (Eugene Jr....

Episode 42 - Kendall Glaser

01 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes podcast we talk with Kendall Glaser, a collegiate official who has moved his way through the ranks in the US. He w...

Episode 41 - Jordan Kraabel

01 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast we chat with journey-man official Jordan Kraabel. Jordan has worked quite a few different leagues including the NCAA (D...

Episode 40 - Kerry Fraser

24 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 40 of the Team Stripes podcast, we got to speak with the legend himself, Mr. Kerry Fraser! Kerry is one of the NHL's most accomplished refe...

Episode 39 - The Return of Keith Kaval

17 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh off his recent retirement from the AHL - veteran referee Keith Kaval makes his return to the Team Stripes podcast. Keith makes our podcast histo...

Episode 38 - Sean McIndoe (aka Down Goes Brown)

10 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast, we interview reporter Sean McIndoe. Many of you will know Sean McIndoe as the creator of Down Goes Brown....

Episode 37 - Tommy George

03 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes podcast, we get to speak with one of the top linesman in the United States, Tommy George. Tommy has an impressiv...

Episode 36 - Training for Officials ft. Kyle Kostynski

27 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we bring in a trainer named Kyle Kostynski, who has helped Team Stripes in providing training tips and advice. During the episode, w...

Episode 35 - Ross Beck (A Team Stripes Academy Student)

21 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On the podcast, we like to interview officials from all different levels. This week is no exception. On this episode we talk with Ross Beck who is an ...

Episode 34 - Olympic Official Jess Leclerc

14 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, we talk with Jess Leclerc, a high-level female official who works several different leagues, including a trip to the O...

Episode 33 - Ron MacLean

06 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Team Stripes Podcast - we are lucky enough to get to talk with famed Canadian broadcaster Ron MacLean. Ron is well known for be...

Episode 32 - Former NHL Linesman Mike Cvik

29 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 32, we talk with former NHL linesman, Mike Cvik. Mike had a long career in the National Hockey League, working more than 1800 games. Some c...

Episode 31 - The Adventures of a Local Linesman with Matt Brady

22 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, we talk with Matt Brady - who currently is a top linesman working in the AHL, ECHL, and NCAA. On this chat - we get Ma...

Episode 30 - AHL/OHL Linesman Kevin Hastings

15 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast - we chat with longtime American Hockey League and Ontario Hockey League linesman, Kevin Hastings. Kevin is one of the ...

Episode 29 - Don Koharski (with preview of Team Stripes Academy)

01 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special episode of the Team Stripes Podcast. On episode 29, we get to speak with former NHL referee Don "Koho" Koharski. Don worked over 200...

A Team Stripes Update - What's coming next?

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Thank you to everyone out there for all your support! Find out more about what we're doing at www.goteamstripes.com

Episode 28 - Matt Leaf, Director of Officiating Education for USA Hockey

23 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 28, we get to talk with Matt Leaf, USA Hockey's Director of Officiating Education. He has worked for USA Hockey for almost 25 years, primar...