Chris Sinclair
@chrissinclairrr.bsky.social
Women’s hockey journalist and podcaster.
Host of Rinkside Rundown, covering the journey to pro hockey. Sharing stories and insights from the women’s game.
Host of Rinkside Rundown, covering the journey to pro hockey. Sharing stories and insights from the women’s game.
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Episode 99 is here!
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
In this clip following their win over Vancouver, Rebecca Leslie talks about the chemistry she has with captain Brianne Jenner.
In my latest for The Hockey News, I deep dive into why Jenner remains such a key part of Ottawa’s offensive success.
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In my latest for The Hockey News, I deep dive into why Jenner remains such a key part of Ottawa’s offensive success.
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
November 29, 2025 at 1:42 PM
In this clip following their win over Vancouver, Rebecca Leslie talks about the chemistry she has with captain Brianne Jenner.
In my latest for The Hockey News, I deep dive into why Jenner remains such a key part of Ottawa’s offensive success.
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
In my latest for The Hockey News, I deep dive into why Jenner remains such a key part of Ottawa’s offensive success.
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
“I don’t know if it’s the rich history of women’s sports, how you all have started a movement well before we even got here, to the icons and the legends that have graced this arena.
We could feel the love…A dream come true, pinch me moment.” - Hilary Knight
We could feel the love…A dream come true, pinch me moment.” - Hilary Knight
November 29, 2025 at 1:44 AM
“I don’t know if it’s the rich history of women’s sports, how you all have started a movement well before we even got here, to the icons and the legends that have graced this arena.
We could feel the love…A dream come true, pinch me moment.” - Hilary Knight
We could feel the love…A dream come true, pinch me moment.” - Hilary Knight
Gabrielle Santerre of Bishop's University shares the best advice she's received throughout her hockey career: sometimes less is more.
Discover more about Gabrielle Santerre’s journey on Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown: linktr.ee/rinksiderundow…
Discover more about Gabrielle Santerre’s journey on Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown: linktr.ee/rinksiderundow…
November 29, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Gabrielle Santerre of Bishop's University shares the best advice she's received throughout her hockey career: sometimes less is more.
Discover more about Gabrielle Santerre’s journey on Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown: linktr.ee/rinksiderundow…
Discover more about Gabrielle Santerre’s journey on Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown: linktr.ee/rinksiderundow…
We have ourselves new women’s hockey attendance records!
The Seattle Torrent have set the record for the largest attendance for a women’s hockey game in a US arena: 16,014
With that, they have set the record for the highest attended home venue game in #PWHL history. Let’s go!
The Seattle Torrent have set the record for the largest attendance for a women’s hockey game in a US arena: 16,014
With that, they have set the record for the highest attended home venue game in #PWHL history. Let’s go!
November 28, 2025 at 11:32 PM
We have ourselves new women’s hockey attendance records!
The Seattle Torrent have set the record for the largest attendance for a women’s hockey game in a US arena: 16,014
With that, they have set the record for the highest attended home venue game in #PWHL history. Let’s go!
The Seattle Torrent have set the record for the largest attendance for a women’s hockey game in a US arena: 16,014
With that, they have set the record for the highest attended home venue game in #PWHL history. Let’s go!
Kelly Pannek opens the scoring late in the first period to give Minnesota the 1-0 lead over Seattle.
Kendall Coyne Schofield and Britta Curl-Salemme with the assists.
Kendall Coyne Schofield and Britta Curl-Salemme with the assists.
November 28, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Kelly Pannek opens the scoring late in the first period to give Minnesota the 1-0 lead over Seattle.
Kendall Coyne Schofield and Britta Curl-Salemme with the assists.
Kendall Coyne Schofield and Britta Curl-Salemme with the assists.
The Seattle Torrent are facing off against the Minnesota Frost in their home opener.
In Canada, the game is on Sportsnet!
In Canada, the game is on Sportsnet!
November 28, 2025 at 9:13 PM
The Seattle Torrent are facing off against the Minnesota Frost in their home opener.
In Canada, the game is on Sportsnet!
In Canada, the game is on Sportsnet!
Former Ottawa Charge defender Aneta Tejralová is the first Seattle Torrent to be introduced to the crowd.
(Yes, they’re going in numerical order, but still!)
(Yes, they’re going in numerical order, but still!)
November 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Former Ottawa Charge defender Aneta Tejralová is the first Seattle Torrent to be introduced to the crowd.
(Yes, they’re going in numerical order, but still!)
(Yes, they’re going in numerical order, but still!)
Here is the first edition of “Quotes from the Rink,” as I had the opportunity to speak with Anna Meixner and Kate Reilly following practice today.
November 28, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Here is the first edition of “Quotes from the Rink,” as I had the opportunity to speak with Anna Meixner and Kate Reilly following practice today.
Gabrielle Santerre is a tremendously gifted hockey player and has the trophy cabinet to prove it.
But her passion for education and becoming one percent better every day is what truly sets her apart.
Discover her story on Episode 99 on Rinkside Rundown, available now.
But her passion for education and becoming one percent better every day is what truly sets her apart.
Discover her story on Episode 99 on Rinkside Rundown, available now.
Episode 99 is here!
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
November 28, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Gabrielle Santerre is a tremendously gifted hockey player and has the trophy cabinet to prove it.
But her passion for education and becoming one percent better every day is what truly sets her apart.
Discover her story on Episode 99 on Rinkside Rundown, available now.
But her passion for education and becoming one percent better every day is what truly sets her apart.
Discover her story on Episode 99 on Rinkside Rundown, available now.
Former Ottawa Charge defender Jessica Adolfsson scored her first goal of the season to help SDE beat HV71 4-1.
November 28, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Former Ottawa Charge defender Jessica Adolfsson scored her first goal of the season to help SDE beat HV71 4-1.
I had the chance to have one-on-one chats with both Anna Meixner and Kate Reilly following practice today.
Quotes coming soon! Stay tuned!
Quotes coming soon! Stay tuned!
November 28, 2025 at 5:46 PM
I had the chance to have one-on-one chats with both Anna Meixner and Kate Reilly following practice today.
Quotes coming soon! Stay tuned!
Quotes coming soon! Stay tuned!
The team sings “Happy Birthday” to Emily Clark to wrap practice for the day.
November 28, 2025 at 5:18 PM
The team sings “Happy Birthday” to Emily Clark to wrap practice for the day.
Brianne Jenner’s four points in game two, along with her line generating six points, showcased just how important she is beyond the leadership.
In my latest for The Hockey News, I highlighted this importance through more analysis and math than I ever have before:
In my latest for The Hockey News, I highlighted this importance through more analysis and math than I ever have before:
Brianne Jenner's breakout performance to open the 2025-26 season shows why the veteran star is still at the heart of the Ottawa Charge's offensive, and success.
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Why Brianne Jenner Remains Ottawa's Offensive Catalyst
Brianne Jenner struggled in 2024-25. She broke that early in the new season and remains at the heart of the Ottawa Charge's attack and offensive hopes in the PWHL.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Brianne Jenner’s four points in game two, along with her line generating six points, showcased just how important she is beyond the leadership.
In my latest for The Hockey News, I highlighted this importance through more analysis and math than I ever have before:
In my latest for The Hockey News, I highlighted this importance through more analysis and math than I ever have before:
Team has split: defenders and forwards at opposite ends.
Defence is working on outlet pass, then moving to net front as a screen and scoring option
Forwards are working on net front presence and accurate passes. AC Haley Irwin “make sure the pass is tape to tape.”
Defence is working on outlet pass, then moving to net front as a screen and scoring option
Forwards are working on net front presence and accurate passes. AC Haley Irwin “make sure the pass is tape to tape.”
November 28, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Team has split: defenders and forwards at opposite ends.
Defence is working on outlet pass, then moving to net front as a screen and scoring option
Forwards are working on net front presence and accurate passes. AC Haley Irwin “make sure the pass is tape to tape.”
Defence is working on outlet pass, then moving to net front as a screen and scoring option
Forwards are working on net front presence and accurate passes. AC Haley Irwin “make sure the pass is tape to tape.”
Ottawa Charge defender Vita Poniatovskaia joins practice for the first time since the roster announcement.
November 28, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Ottawa Charge defender Vita Poniatovskaia joins practice for the first time since the roster announcement.
Defender Emma Bergesen, who signed with the Ottawa Charge in the offseason, has signed with Brynäs IF in the SDHL for the remainder of this season.
November 28, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Defender Emma Bergesen, who signed with the Ottawa Charge in the offseason, has signed with Brynäs IF in the SDHL for the remainder of this season.
Czechia has named their team for next month’s Women’s Euro Hockey Tour:
For Ottawa Charge fans, Kateřina Mrázová and Carla MacLeod will head to Finland to compete.
For Ottawa Charge fans, Kateřina Mrázová and Carla MacLeod will head to Finland to compete.
November 28, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Czechia has named their team for next month’s Women’s Euro Hockey Tour:
For Ottawa Charge fans, Kateřina Mrázová and Carla MacLeod will head to Finland to compete.
For Ottawa Charge fans, Kateřina Mrázová and Carla MacLeod will head to Finland to compete.
The hotel weekends. The tournament circuits with multiple siblings competing. The countless hours invested.
On Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown, Gabrielle Santerre talks about the perspective shift in understanding her parent’s sacrifices.
Full episode: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
On Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown, Gabrielle Santerre talks about the perspective shift in understanding her parent’s sacrifices.
Full episode: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
November 27, 2025 at 11:58 PM
The hotel weekends. The tournament circuits with multiple siblings competing. The countless hours invested.
On Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown, Gabrielle Santerre talks about the perspective shift in understanding her parent’s sacrifices.
Full episode: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
On Episode 99 of Rinkside Rundown, Gabrielle Santerre talks about the perspective shift in understanding her parent’s sacrifices.
Full episode: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
Ottawa Charge head coach Carla MacLeod spoke post game following the team’s 5-1 victory over the Vancouver Goldeneyes.
November 27, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Ottawa Charge head coach Carla MacLeod spoke post game following the team’s 5-1 victory over the Vancouver Goldeneyes.
And make it official: Etobicoke Dolphins forward Adrianna Milani has signed with the University of Minnesota next season.
November 27, 2025 at 10:15 PM
And make it official: Etobicoke Dolphins forward Adrianna Milani has signed with the University of Minnesota next season.
Episode 99 is here!
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
November 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Episode 99 is here!
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
Gabrielle Santerre joins the show and discusses her journey, the influence of family, her decision to stay in Canada for college, and the importance of mental preparation in sports.
Latest episode of Rinkside Rundown is available now: linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
In Ottawa women’s junior hockey news, Nepean Wildcats forward Sydney Semiga has officially signed with Boston College.
The Kanata, Ontario forward currently sits 10th in U22 Elite scoring with 27 points (1.35 ppg) and is a player who absolutely should be on people’s radars.
The Kanata, Ontario forward currently sits 10th in U22 Elite scoring with 27 points (1.35 ppg) and is a player who absolutely should be on people’s radars.
November 27, 2025 at 7:27 PM
In Ottawa women’s junior hockey news, Nepean Wildcats forward Sydney Semiga has officially signed with Boston College.
The Kanata, Ontario forward currently sits 10th in U22 Elite scoring with 27 points (1.35 ppg) and is a player who absolutely should be on people’s radars.
The Kanata, Ontario forward currently sits 10th in U22 Elite scoring with 27 points (1.35 ppg) and is a player who absolutely should be on people’s radars.
Fast fact:
Kathryn Reilly, who made her PWHL debut after signing as a camp invitee, finished with 17:26 in ice time. The only defender with more minutes?
Rory Guilday at 18:28. Solid debut and proved to be a more than effective defender who stabilizes that bottom pairing.
Kathryn Reilly, who made her PWHL debut after signing as a camp invitee, finished with 17:26 in ice time. The only defender with more minutes?
Rory Guilday at 18:28. Solid debut and proved to be a more than effective defender who stabilizes that bottom pairing.
November 27, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Fast fact:
Kathryn Reilly, who made her PWHL debut after signing as a camp invitee, finished with 17:26 in ice time. The only defender with more minutes?
Rory Guilday at 18:28. Solid debut and proved to be a more than effective defender who stabilizes that bottom pairing.
Kathryn Reilly, who made her PWHL debut after signing as a camp invitee, finished with 17:26 in ice time. The only defender with more minutes?
Rory Guilday at 18:28. Solid debut and proved to be a more than effective defender who stabilizes that bottom pairing.
Today’s the day!
Gabrielle Santerre (yes, that very same Gabrielle Santerre who became the first player to win both USports Rookie *and* Player of the Year awards in the same season) joins me to talk about her hockey journey.
You won’t want to miss this. Subscribe now!
Gabrielle Santerre (yes, that very same Gabrielle Santerre who became the first player to win both USports Rookie *and* Player of the Year awards in the same season) joins me to talk about her hockey journey.
You won’t want to miss this. Subscribe now!
This week on Rinkside Rundown!
I’m joined by Gabrielle Santerre from Bishop’s University who shares her journey, her decision to stay in Canada, and the importance of mental preparation in sport.
Episode 99 drops tomorrow at 3:00pm EST. Subscribe now!
linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
I’m joined by Gabrielle Santerre from Bishop’s University who shares her journey, her decision to stay in Canada, and the importance of mental preparation in sport.
Episode 99 drops tomorrow at 3:00pm EST. Subscribe now!
linktr.ee/rinksiderund...
November 27, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Today’s the day!
Gabrielle Santerre (yes, that very same Gabrielle Santerre who became the first player to win both USports Rookie *and* Player of the Year awards in the same season) joins me to talk about her hockey journey.
You won’t want to miss this. Subscribe now!
Gabrielle Santerre (yes, that very same Gabrielle Santerre who became the first player to win both USports Rookie *and* Player of the Year awards in the same season) joins me to talk about her hockey journey.
You won’t want to miss this. Subscribe now!
Brianne Jenner led the way, and Rory Guilday scored her first PWHL point, as the Ottawa Charge defeated the Vancouver Goldeneyes 5-1 at TD Place.
The full, updated, story in my latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
The full, updated, story in my latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
Jenner Scores Twice as Ottawa Rolls Past the Vancouver Goldeneyes
The Ottawa Charge welcomed the Vancouver Goldeneyes to TD Place looking to rebound from their shutout loss to New York in the home opener. Emotions ran high with the return of familiar faces in Emeran...
thehockeynews.com
November 27, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Brianne Jenner led the way, and Rory Guilday scored her first PWHL point, as the Ottawa Charge defeated the Vancouver Goldeneyes 5-1 at TD Place.
The full, updated, story in my latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
The full, updated, story in my latest for The Hockey News:
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...