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Our Story and Meet the hosts
Our "Big 3" Why the show?
- We love this game—and we saw a gap. There’s no consistent, inclusive space where youth hockey families, coaches, and players can hear real conversations about the sport at their level.
- 2 Many Men on the Mic is our way of amplifying all voices in the youth hockey community—especially those at the B & C levels and newer to the game. We’re no
- We love this game—and we saw a gap. There’s no consistent, inclusive space where youth hockey families, coaches, and players can hear real conversations about the sport at their level.
- 2 Many Men on the Mic is our way of amplifying all voices in the youth hockey community—especially those at the B & C levels and newer to the game. We’re not here to lecture—we’re here to share experiences, learn together, and have fun while doing it.
- We also want to spotlight the positive—not just the viral “crazy hockey parent” moments that dominate social media. Our goal is to grow the game by keeping it relatable, supportive, and real.
Drew Acree
Drew Acree is the co-host of 2 Many Men on the Mic and shares a deep love of hockey, coaching, and guitar with Jared. While Jared hails from Detroit—a mecca and benchmark for youth hockey—Drew proudly represents St. Louis. He brings a humble, grounded approach, working to help local players reach that same elite standard. Together, they a
Drew Acree is the co-host of 2 Many Men on the Mic and shares a deep love of hockey, coaching, and guitar with Jared. While Jared hails from Detroit—a mecca and benchmark for youth hockey—Drew proudly represents St. Louis. He brings a humble, grounded approach, working to help local players reach that same elite standard. Together, they aim to support the next generation of hockey families and elevate all levels in the hockey community.
Jared Balint
Jared Balint
Jared Balint is the co-host of 2 Many Men on the Mic, a weekly radio show and podcast dedicated to the youth hockey community. A longtime player, coach, board member, and passionate hockey dad, Jared brings firsthand experience and real-world perspective to every episode. He hopes to leverage his experience—and the lessons learned from hi
Jared Balint is the co-host of 2 Many Men on the Mic, a weekly radio show and podcast dedicated to the youth hockey community. A longtime player, coach, board member, and passionate hockey dad, Jared brings firsthand experience and real-world perspective to every episode. He hopes to leverage his experience—and the lessons learned from his mistakes—to support players, parents, and coaches navigating their own journeys. When he's not behind the mic, Jared can be found coaching or playing at the rink, leading community programs, or playing a little guitar off the ice.
Support within the community
72 Acts of Kindness
In November of 2024 a talented young hockey player was taken from his family, his teammates and the St Louis Hockey Community. Colin Brown was an amazing youth hockey player but an even more amazing young man. To honor his memory his family has established a Facebook community called 72 Acts of Kindness. 2 many Men on the Mic supports this community and we hope you will too. Click on the logo above to learn more about Colin's story and how a little kindness can be contagious.
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Thank you to our sponsors, partners & show contributors!
Big Bear Tournaments
Click the logo and mention 2 Many Men on the Mic for discounted registration fees. Huge thank you to our 1st Sponsor!
Five B Designs
Thank you Five B and Shannon Breheny! Need team stores? No problem. Corporate polos or event giveaways? They’ve got you. Five B makes it easy with fast turnaround, flexible service, and designs your players or employees will love to wear.
Chicken N Pickle
MidStates Club Hockey Association
Thank you to the team at Chicken N Pickle St. Charles for sponsoring our MidStates High School Game of the Week! Click the logo and book your court now! Good Food, Good Friends, Great Fun!
MidStates Club Hockey Association
MidStates Club Hockey Association
2 Many Men on the Mic is the proud partner and broadcasting team for the MidStates High School Hockey "Game of the Week". Coming November 2025!
USA HOCKEY
Huge thank you to USA Hockey and Bob Mancini's team for being a monthly contributor and "friends of the show". Each month we'll cover a different topic from USA HOCKEY that highlights national & regional initiatives to further the development of our players, coaches and referees.
Mattingly Lumber
Thank you to Mattingly Lumber for being a sponsor of The MidStates Game of the Week! Established in 1993 with a firm commitment to serving the professional builder in the St Louis metropolitan market and beyond. Thank you for your support of High School Hockey!
Washington University Physicians Orthopedics
Whether you are a child or adult suffering from a sports injury, hip pain, back pain or any musculoskeletal condition, WashU Medicine Orthopedics in St. Louis, Missouri, provides a full complement of comprehensive orthopedic services to meet your needs.
Combining the best in both inpatient treatment and outpatient care and rehabilitation,
Whether you are a child or adult suffering from a sports injury, hip pain, back pain or any musculoskeletal condition, WashU Medicine Orthopedics in St. Louis, Missouri, provides a full complement of comprehensive orthopedic services to meet your needs.
Combining the best in both inpatient treatment and outpatient care and rehabilitation, our practice is nationally recognized for outstanding orthopedic care and innovative research.
Joe Watson - Head of Watson Private Client at Stifel
A life long player coach and St Louis Hockey supporter, we are proud to partner with Joe and grateful for his support for the MidStates Game of the Week. Click on Joe's picture to contact him about the many Stifel products and strategies he can bring to help you achieve your financial goals.
Vantage Credit Union
Thank you to Vantage Credit Union! Where St Louis Banks with confidence! Vantage Credit Union helping neighbors save, borrow and build their future!
Join the 2 Many Men Team
Join the 2 Many Men Team
Want to increase your business' reach in the St Louis Hockey Community and beyond? Click the picture above and connect with 2 Many Men on the Mic to learn how!