Jim join's Nick to discuss his Ice Hockey career from witnessing unspeakable violence in Ayr to team mate camaraderie in Milton Keynes and ultimately a life changing neurological diagnosis. It's a truly powerful story from Jim and we're so glad he decided to share with the UK Ice Hockey Stick Together Tribe

From Sobell, to Streatham, to Cardiff to the roof of the world on Mt Everest. There really is no story like the story of Jeff Smith. Running through the 3-period setup, Jeff discusses with Nick his early career, starting at Sobell in Islington, onto his pro career, including Cardiff Devils on to hip replacements, raising over £1,000,000 for his charity Big Moose, inspiring doesn't really cover it. The Stick Together Podcast is EXCLUSIVE content for the Re-Tribe; Stick Together Ice Hockey UK Facebook Group

Former Streatham Redskins and Cardiff Devils nettie, Jason 'Woody' Wood shares his story with Nick Rothwell about a journey that took him all over the UK to Europe and Canada. A touching and honest appraisal of his life Jason opens up on PTSD and PCS

After an extensive career on both sides of the pond, Paul Rushforth joins Nick on Re-Tribe; Stick Together Podcast to openly and honestly discuss his career, his battles with his demons as he makes positive moves out of his hockey career and in to his real estate business

Former Southampton Vikings, Slough Jets & Wightlink Raiders' D-man Martin Jeneway is our special guest today as Martin recounts his first love of skating & hockey at the old Southampton Rink, how his career took him up to Slough and back to the Island before finding love after a chance encounter and ending up halfway around the world, Martin's story might is heart warming, engaging and thoroughly relatable, what a pleasure to have him on the podcast and part of the Stick Together Tribe

In Episode 2, Nick Rothwell chats with Chelmsford Chieftains legend, Peter Hewitt. Pete has been incredibly and open and honest about his struggles after finishing playing and discusses this at length with Nick... from warm ups, to period one, two, three and overtime its a brilliantly engaging and powerful chat. If you are affected by any of the issues that Pete and Nick raise in this episode make sure you reach out on the group or privately to Nick

Episode 1 of Re-Tribe presents; Stick Together, the podcast where former Ice Hockey player Nick Rothwell interviews players who have played in the UK. Split into 3 periods of the start of loving the game to pro/semi pro career and finishing up with a look at how you'll leave the game behind. We start with Detroit born Cardiff Devil, River Rymsha EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE UK ICE HOCKEY STICK TOGETHER TRIBE

Re-Purpose: A Movember Special 🍂

As we bid farewell to Movember, join us for a powerful and inspiring episode of Re-Purpose. We're honoured to have Hilton Ruggles, a true icon in the world of ice hockey, share his incredible journey with us.

Born and raised in Montreal, Hilton faced unique challenges as a black man in the predominantly white world of hockey. His story is one of resilience and determination, highlighting his remarkable career in the UK where he not only excelled in the sport but also formed unbreakable bonds with his teammates. Hockey was more than a game for Hilton; it was his purpose, his anchor.

In this candid conversation, Hilton opens up about his struggles with gambling, offering a raw and honest insight into the challenges he faced. More importantly, he shares the transformative power of asking for help, a step that set him on a path of recovery and personal growth.

Today, Hilton is not just a former athlete; he's a role model, instilling the same values his father imparted to him into his three children, nurturing the next generation with love, guidance, and the spirit of sportsmanship.