Hit the Ice

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  • TV-14
  • 2013
  • 5 Seasons
  • 7.0  (2,781)

Hit the Ice was a reality television series that aired from 2013 to 2018. Produced by Nish Media, the show followed a group of aspiring professional hockey players as they competed for a spot on a minor league team. The show starred Katherine Bailess, McKinley Freeman, and Jonathan 'Lil J' McDaniel as the hosts and mentors for the aspiring players. Bailess, known for her roles in the TV series One Tree Hill and the film Bring It On: Fight to the Finish, acted as both a co-host and a choreographer, helping the players with their off-ice fitness and conditioning. Freeman, who appeared on shows like Days of Our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful, acted as a co-host and helped the players with their on-ice skills. McDaniel, a musician and actor known for his role on the Disney Channel show That's So Raven, acted as a co-host and provided encouragement and motivation to the players.

Each episode of the show followed a group of players as they participated in various training exercises and challenges to improve their skills. The challenges ranged from on-ice drills to off-ice workouts and tests of mental toughness. At the end of each episode, the coaches would choose one player to eliminate from the competition, based on their performance throughout the week.

Throughout the series, the players faced off against each other in a variety of challenges and scrimmages, and received feedback and guidance from the hosts and mentors. The ultimate goal for the players was to earn a spot on a minor league hockey team, with the help of the show's coaches.

Although the show focused primarily on the players' hockey skills, it also delved into their personal lives and backgrounds. Viewers learned about the challenges and obstacles each player faced in their journey to become a professional hockey player, as well as the sacrifices they had to make in order to pursue their dreams. The show aimed to inspire viewers and showcase the dedication and hard work required to succeed in a competitive field like hockey.

Overall, Hit the Ice was an engaging and inspiring reality series that appealed to hockey fans and aspiring athletes alike. With its focus on both on-ice skills and off-ice fitness and conditioning, the show provided a well-rounded look at what it takes to become a professional hockey player. The hosts and mentors provided valuable feedback and guidance to the players, and the challenges and competitions kept viewers engaged throughout the season. While the show is no longer on the air, it remains a beloved series for fans of both hockey and reality television.

Hit the Ice is a series that is currently running and has 5 seasons (65 episodes). The series first aired on January 10, 2013.

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Seasons
The Battle of Winnipeg
13. The Battle of Winnipeg
January 10, 2017
Facing off for a second time against a highly skilled Manitoba team, the HTI players get one last chance to show the nation that they have what it takes to compete at an elite level.
Wild Pickings
12. Wild Pickings
January 10, 2017
The final day of training is devoted to low-intensity drills and a once-in-a-lifetime session with Florida Panthers coach Gerard Gallant.
On Target
11. On Target
January 10, 2017
After starting the day with a weak practice, the boys show some much-needed focus, a quality that comes in handy during an end-of-day competition combining tag and archery.
High Hopes
10. High Hopes
January 10, 2017
While injury forces a star forward to make a difficult decision, the coaches focus on penalty-killing and power play drills. The players then test their brainpower in a difficult puzzle-solving adventure game.
Building Blocks
9. Building Blocks
January 10, 2017
The players are joined by NHL pros Cody McLeod and Cody McCormick for some high-intensity drills followed by an outdoor activity that will put their racing - and engineering - skills to the test.
Game One
8. Game One
January 10, 2017
The first week of official training culminates with the first showcase game against an elite team of young Indigenous players from across Manitoba.
Jungle Gym
7. Jungle Gym
January 10, 2017
Unaware that a pro scout has come to watch them, the players start the day off with the wrong attitude. A fiery speech from John Chabot wakes them up, and the boys cap off the day with a one-of-a-kind obstacle race.
Training Day
6. Training Day
January 10, 2017
NHLers Mark Stone and Ryan Garbutt join the coaching team to motivate and inspire the players as they tackle a full day of physical and mental training with expert guests.
The Quick and the Dead
5. The Quick and the Dead
January 10, 2017
The coaches change their plans due to a large number of injuries. After a tiring day at the rink, the players get an unusual break: a paranormal excursion to some of Winnipeg's most haunted places.
Brass Tacks
4. Brass Tacks
January 10, 2017
The official Hit the Ice team begins to train in earnest with two intense skates. The day ends with a contest of strength at a nearby park.
Walking The Plank
3. Walking The Plank
January 10, 2017
In the wake of two revealing scrimmages, the coaches send several players home. The rest head off to the beach for a fun but challenging pirate-themed activity.
Second Chance
2. Second Chance
January 10, 2017
Competing for a limited number of spots on the roster, the young players battle it out in a second scrimmage, knowing that this time, a bad performance may result in a ticket home.
New Beginnings
1. New Beginnings
January 10, 2017
Another new group of young prospects meets in Winnipeg to take part in the fifth edition of Hit the Ice. On the first day, a full-on scrimmage gives the players a chance to show the coaches what they're made of.
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Where to Watch Hit the Ice
Hit the Ice is available for streaming on the Nish Media website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Hit the Ice on demand at Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    January 10, 2013
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (2,781)