The Players Pars & Pints Podcast

Behind the Bench: Moff's Roadmap for Plattsburgh State's 50th Season

Premiere episode featuring head coach Steve Moffitt as he previews Plattsburgh State's 50th hockey season, discussing roster turnover, key returning players, incoming recruits, and expectations for the year ahead.Coach Moffitt also highlights team leadership, practice energy, community support, and the program's commitment to academics and service as the Cardinals prepare for a competitive SUNYAC campaign.

Behind the Bench with Moff: 13-0 Opener and Newcomer Breakouts

Coach Steve Moffitt recaps Plattsburgh State’s dominant 13-0 exhibition win, highlighting the immediate impact of new players like Quint Tavares and several freshmen who produced big nights.The episode covers goalie rotation and competition, special teams success, face-off strength, lineup decisions as the team narrows combinations, and the return timeline for an injured player ahead of a tough exhibition at Canton.Plattsburgh’s strong fan support and community connection are celebrated as the team builds chemistry and prepares for the regular season opener during a busy Halloween weekend.

Captain's Corner: Cardinals' Electric Opening Weekend

Spencer Bellina hosts Quinn Tavares for a lively Captain's Corner where they break down Plattsburgh's opening weekend wins over Castleton and Plymouth.Highlights include strong team defense, short-handed goals, first collegiate wins for goalies, a new celebratory glove high-five, and reflections on team depth, routines, and community support.

Whiteout Weekend Ready: Captain's Corner with Spencer & Vlad

Spencer Bellina and captain Vlad Shnishnikov talk Whiteout Weekend in Oswego: team recovery, leadership on the road, and game-day preparation for two tough SUNYAC matchups.They share locker-room stories, bus sing-alongs, training routines, and thoughts on competing against top teams, plus reflections on pro experience and balancing school and hockey.

Captain's Corner: Jacob Hearn on Leadership, Grit, and Weekend Showdowns

Brian Watts and Spencer Bellina welcome former Cardinal Jacob Hearn to Captain's Corner for a lively conversation about Plattsburgh hockey — leadership, shooting strategy, goalie life, and locker-room moments.The episode also touches on Hockey Fights Cancer weekend, senior memories, team chemistry, and lighthearted stories from the road (plus a few Tim Hortons confessions).

Captain's Corner: Freshman Ward Lights the Lamp After Weekend Sweep

Spencer Bellina hosts freshman defenseman Jaden Ward for a relaxed Captain's Corner chat after a big weekend sweep, discussing his goals and assists, the team's strong two-game effort, and Bo's first career shutout.The episode covers fun locker-room moments — from Morrisville's quirky 'overalls' jerseys to road-trip stories, fan chants, and ideas to energize the Ronnie B crowd — plus personal hobbies, recruitment, and Spencer's upcoming color-commentary debut.

Senior Night Stakes: Overtime Thriller Ignites Playoff Race

Hosts Spencer Bellina and Brian Watts welcome guest Jacob “Hundo Sac” Sacrantini to recap a weekend sweep, an overtime game-winning goal, and the mounting playoff implications as the Cardinals chase home-ice advantage. The conversation covers senior night emotions, team chemistry, and the players’ on- and off-ice roles.The episode also touches on lighter moments—Super Bowl reactions, Valentine’s Day plans, video game and golf rivalries, stick-breaking antics, and recruiting stories—while urging fans to pack the Ronnie B for a crucial Friday night showdown.

Episode 8 Reid Lesswing

Brian and Reid chat about Reid becoming the inaugural Head Coach for St John Fisher University as they embark on the programs first hockey season in University History.