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4000 and Counting Ice Hockey Podcast with 4 beauties; Nicky Watt, Jamie McIlroy, Alan Armour and Ali Band. 4k+ PIMs and even more stories. Subscribe to our Patreon - patreon.com/4000andcounting

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    • May 5, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    EP 372 - Facebook Live 04/05/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 93:08


    So much to chat about! No charges for Petgrave, GB win gold, Berkshire Bee's and Thomo is a Devil.Plus all the comings and goings from across the leagues.Support the show

    EP 371 - EIHL, NIHL, NIHL 1 &2, SNL - Facebook Live Round Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 41:50


    EP 371 - EIHL, NIHL, NIHL 1 &2, SNL - Facebook Live Round Up Support the show

    EP 370 - Ben - Zero Pucks Given Round 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 72:50


    It's always a pleasure to catch up with my friend. Ben from Zero Pucks GivenWe talk about all things NIHL1 South and look ahead to the Steel City Showdown.We also get into some of the new ideas Ben has been trialing on the podcast this season.Support the show

    EP 369 - Neil Francis Challenge Cup Final Preview - Belfast Giants vs Cardiff Devils

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 50:26


    Cardiff Devils legend. Neil Francis joins Watty to discuss the 2025 challenge Cup Final between the hometown Belfast Giants and the travelling Cardiff Devils. Two of the top teams in the UK battle it out for the first piece of domestic silverware of the season. The Giants currently set top of the league and the Devils have already tasted success this year with their Continental Cup victory. who picks up the trophy this evening?Support the show

    EP 368 - Facebook Live About Adams Angels & Steel City Showdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 30:11


    Live discussion about the March initiative for Adams Angels  and we talk about the Steel City ShowdownSupport the show

    EP 367 - Spencer Naas

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 62:48


    Dundee Stars point scoring machine Spencer Naas joins the 4000 boys on episode 367.Support the show

    EP 366 - Tyson McLellan

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 69:44


    Glasgow Clan Forward Tyson McLellan joins the 4000 and counting boys for an exciting and informative episode. Support the show

    EP 365 - Sam Herr

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 56:08


    Nottingham Panthers Captain Sam Herr joins 4000 and counting for a great episode. Support the show

    EP 364 - Alexander Kuqali

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 78:32


    This was a fun chat with Coventry blaze defenceman Alexander Kuqali. He talks about life on the road in the ECHL. Following in his brother's footsteps across the pond and life with the Coventry Blaze.Support the show

    EP 363 - Liz Stewart

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 56:44


    Liz, join the show to discuss the importance of looking after the player's Well-Being and mental health. We also look at how these factors affect performance, both positively and negatively. Liz works with  the Manchester storm and other players from around the league.Support the show

    EP 362 - Jacob Friend

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 85:02


    We are joined by former Belfast Giants Dman Jacob Friend we discuss all things EIHL and also his time in both Europe and North America.Support the show

    EP 361 - Latest News Facebook Live

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 83:34


    Watty and Graham jumped on another Facebook live to talk about the latest news around British Ice Hockey. Support the show

    EP 360 - Daniel Ciampini

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 115:52


    Sheffield Steelers grand slam winning forward Daniel ciampini stopped by the show. We got into his junior and college Career, where he was a finalist for the Honey Baker award and where his team won a National Championship.Going to training camp in Chicago with a bunch of hall of famers. Playing on the same team as Bizz Nasty in the Jungle.We also get into his time in Norway, Austria, Czechia and Italy and of course Sheffield. The title run ,trophies and the CHL run from this season.Support the show

    EP 359 - Big News Reaction Facebook Live - Fife Flyers & Glasgow Clan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 67:11


    Watty and producer Graham discuss the big news out of the Fife Flyers and the Glasgow Clan on Facebook 04/02/2025Support the show

    EP 358 - Dr Victoria Silverwood Live in Cardiff

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 25:13


    Dr Victoria Silverwood Live in Cardiff. A massive shout out to The Clayton Hotel for letting us use their awesome conference room.Support the show

    EP 357 - Kevin Tansey Round 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 75:44


    Sheffield Steelers trouble winning offensive defenceman Mr. Kevin tansey joined the show for the second time. As always, lots of interesting talking points including the Steelers title running last year, the standard of officiating in the elite League and Sheffield 's. Epic journey in this year's CHL.Don't forget to check out Tansey SmashSupport the show

    EP 356 - Lilly Endicott GB u18 Ladies Winning Captain

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 82:45


    On episode 356, Watty is joined by Lilly Endicott, The GB under 18s Ladies Captain.A great chat, very informative and a episode not to be missed. Support the show

    EP 355 - Leeds vs Phantoms and Steeldogs vs Wildcats Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 37:47


    Road Trippin is back this weekend..Watty is heading to Yorkshire to watch Leeds Knights take on the Peterborough Phantoms.The next day Watty will be Stopping into Sheffield to watch the Steeldogs take on the Swindon Wildcats.Support the show

    EP 354 - Cardiff Continental Cup Final Round up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 30:08


    Watty wraps up an amazing weekend in Cardiff.Katowice, Grenoble and Cardiff battled it out for their chance to become the 2025 IIHF Continental Cup champions.Support the show

    EP 353 - Round Up, Mental Health, CTE, Rob Trumbley and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 82:12


    Mark is back for an episode with 4000 and Counting. Lots of massive talking points in this one.Support the show

    EP 352 - The Enforcer! Frankie Sabini & James Ayling Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 105:30


    Watty is joined behind the two former British ice hockey players that are behind the short film, The Enforcer.Frankie Sabini and James Ayling stopped by for over 3 hoursiIn this podcast there is lots of very important talk about mental health and CTE as well as plenty of old school stories and fun.Please go and watch the short film!Support the show

    EP 351 - The Enforcer! Frankie Sabini & James Ayling Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 107:45


    Watty is joined behind the two former British ice hockey players that are behind the short film, The Enforcer.Frankie Sabinni and James Ayling stopped by for over 3 hoursDon't forget to come back for part two. Plenty of funny stories in this episode as well as lots of very important talk about mental health and CTESupport the show

    EP 350 - Darryl Easson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 101:00


    Watty is joined by Daryl Easson. We get into his playing career in Sheffield and Nottingham. We discuss the move from playing into coaching, working with the Great Britain senior and junior teams.We talk about his roles within IHUK & the IIHF.A man with a real passion for development and growth of the game.Support the show

    EP 349 - Ethan James

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 59:11


    Watty is joined by Romford Raiders shot stopper Mr Ethan James. It's always a pleasure to have Ethan on the show.Support the show

    EP 348 - Dr Victoria Silverwood

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 60:35


    Watty is joined by Dr Victoria Silverwood to discuss the news that Matt Petgrave has once again been re bailed. We look at the legal side of the case, talk about the potential outcomes and dive into a deep conversation.We also discuss player safety, concussion and a whole lot more!Support the show

    EP 347 - Nick Rothwell

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 96:38


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    EP 346 - Sam Cheema Round 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 68:12


    Sam Cheema joins Watty for round two. Sam is a very proactive and progressive coach His vision for development Is brilliant. In my opinion, the government embodies need to get Sam on board across all of our Junior levels.Support the show

    EP 345 - Scott Plews

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 45:42


    Watty is joined by Gloves Off owner and former player Scott Plews.We discuss moving the shop and expanding the Gloves off brand and range.Scott is also part of the team who opened a roller rink in Kirkcaldy, we can into that and how it has the potential to help current players improve and also bring new eyes to our sport.After the success of Solway Sharks we talk about the potential of adding another Scottish team into the National League in the future!Plewsy is also now back in the coaching game and is looking to help players with the mental side of the game!Support the show

    EP 344 - Lee Mercer - 4000 Christmas Toy Drive 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 45:36


    The 4000 and Counting Christmas toy drive is back and we are opening it up country wide and want all of the hockey community to get involved. Lee Mercer stopped by to chat with Watty and share exactly how this years you drive is going to work.Support the show

    EP 343 - Henry Staelens (IHUK CEO)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 47:53


    Watty is joined by IHUK CEO Henry Staelens. We discuss his time working for Dale Vince at Forrest Green Rovers, his sporting back ground and introduction his to ice hockey.We then get into the more serious conversation regarding his new role with the EIH and bringing the SIH EIH & IHUK Together. We look into the first 18 months of his role and also look ahead to the future.Leave us a comment below and share this podcast across your social media.Support the show

    EP 342 - John ‘Showbiz' Strange

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 70:13


    Solway Sharks owner John Strange joined the show for episode 342.We look at the improvements made by the sharks in the off season. We discuss the expectations on the Solway lads this season and we also take a look at other teams around the league.Support the show

    EP 341 - Brett Ferguson (Hat-Trick Appearance)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 92:22


    Watty is joined by Fergie for his hat-trick appearance on 4000 and Counting The Guilford flames Captain is open and honest as ever. It's always refreshing to hear one of the leaders in the EIHL giving his thoughts on the league, his team and his teammates.Support the show

    EP 340 - Bobby Robins Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 85:04


    On the second part of our two parter, Watty chats to Bobby Robins.Sexual abuse ,sexual deviancy, drugs, addiction fear, anxiety, lack of identity. Find an identity losing faith, gaining faith. This is the Bobby Robbins story and it's sure to have you hanging on the edge of your seats. From hockey to faith. From Snipes to Jesus this articulate wordsmith will have you lost for words as he explains his beautiful journey until the age of 42. Powerful trips and big mistake, make this an unmissable journey through life's trials and tribulations of becoming a man.From punching faces to reading books, his story will no doubt fascinate you.His book Sex Drugs Pucks and Souls is sure to touch the hearts and souls if everybody who reads it. I for one cannot wait to start flicking the pages from The Savage memoirs of the Savage that is Bobby RobbinsFrom magic mushrooms to God. This podcast has something for everybody. Alcoholism addiction. Personal growth and pure raw emotion.Support the show

    EP 339 - Bobby Robins Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 61:54


    On the first part of our two parter, Watty chats to Bobby Robins.Sexual abuse ,sexual deviancy, drugs, addiction fear, anxiety, lack of identity. Find an identity losing faith, gaining faith. This is the Bobby Robbins story and it's sure to have you hanging on the edge of your seats. From hockey to faith. From Snipes to Jesus this articulate wordsmith will have you lost for words as he explains his beautiful journey until the age of 42. Powerful trips and big mistake, make this an unmissable journey through life's trials and tribulations of becoming a man.From punching faces to reading books, his story will no doubt fascinate you.His book Sex Drugs Pucks and Souls is sure to touch the hearts and souls if everybody who reads it. I for one cannot wait to start flicking the pages from The Savage memoirs of the Savage that is Bobby RobbinsFrom magic mushrooms to God. This podcast has something for everybody. Alcoholism addiction. Personal growth and pure raw emotion.Support the show

    EP 338 - Road Tripping 24/25 - Our 3 Players To Watch - Belfast Giants / Dundee Stars / Fife Flyers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 31:06


    In this episode we break down our three players to watch from the Belfast Giants, the Dundee stars, and the Fife Flyers.We cannot wait to kickstart the brand new season off in style. Starring with the fixture between the Stars and the Giants. Then Over to Fife for the Flyers vs the GiantsDo you agree with our three choices from each roster? Who would be your 3 players to watch from each teamSupport the show

    EP 337 - JJ Pitchley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 90:20


    On episode 337 Watty is joined by Streatham Redhawks forward JJ Pitchley .Support the Show.

    EP 336 - Charity Game 4.0 Talk with Mark

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 50:28


    On episode 336 Watty is joined once again by Mark! Yes, mark is back for another episode. They discuss everything related to the 2024 charity game!Support the Show.

    EP 335 - 2024 Charity Game Live Draft (Live)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 19:00


    Watty is joined on this live episode by the 4 team captains for the 2024 Charity game Draft!Support the Show.

    EP 334 - Back In The Game (Live)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 45:09


    4000 and counting is back in the game after a few weeks off for some well earned rest. Apologies for the mic quality on this one. Support the Show.

    EP 333 - Marks Farewell Episode (Live)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 91:13


    Watty is joined for the final time by Mark has he leaves the podcast for pastures new. All 4000 team wish Mark the very best in his future endeavours.Support the Show.

    EP 332 - Tony Smith (Live From Saltbox)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 43:08


    We are joined LIVE on stage by Tony Smith! This episode is recorded live from Saltbox for the Elite League Playoff weekend.  Please note the sound quality is not the best due to the nature of the live recording.Support the Show.

    EP 331 - David Simms (Live From Saltbox)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 46:59


    We are joined LIVE on stage by David Simms! This episode is recorded live from Saltbox for the Elite League Playoff weekend.  Please note the sound quality is not the best due to the nature of the live recording.Support the Show.

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    EP 330 - Chad Smith - Edinburgh Capitals (SNL Playoff Series)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2024 25:37


    Ahead of the SNL Playoffs Watty is joined by Chad Smith of the Edinburgh Capitals.Support the show

    EP 329 - Kyle Horne - Kirkcaldy Kestrels (SNL Playoff Series)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2024 27:08


    Ahead of the SNL Playoffs Watty is joined by  Kyle Horne of the Kirkcaldy KestrelsSupport the show

    EP 328 - Fraser MacEachran - Aberdeen Lynx (SNL Playoff Series)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 30:38


    Assistant coach Big Fraser jumped on again, this time to focus on the 23/24 SNL playoff finals weekend in Edinburgh.Support the show

    EP 327 - Gary Kelly - Aberdeen Lynx (SNL Playoff Series)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 24:39


    18 year old stud forward Gary Kelly joins Watty ahead of the SNL Edinburgh POFWSupport the show

    EP 326 - Adam Walker Paisley Pirates (SNL Playoff Series)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 28:36


    Ahead of the SNL playoff final weekend in Edinburgh Adam Walker from the Paisley Pirates joined Watty for a chatSupport the show

    EP 325 - Panthers and Clan Eliminated, EIHL Predictions & NIHL Playoff Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 61:39


    A fully jam packed episode today.The NIHL 1/2 North and South have their champions after a great weekends hockey at both Ally Pally and Sheffield.With the news the Panthers and Clan are eliminated we look ahead to the final 8 and this weekend's quarter finals. We make our predictions on which clubs make the final 4.Finally we get into the NIHL National league. 4 point weekends for the Tigers Phantoms Knights and Wildcats after the first round of games. Round 2 of games throws up some big match ups.Support the show

    EP 324 - Lee Mercer - BREAKING NEWS about Haringey Huskies 24/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 56:03


    Watty is joined on episode 324 by Lee Mercer who brings BREAKING NEWS about Haringey Huskies 24/25 plans. A new team at the PalaceSupport the show

    EP 323 - Josh Kelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 120:04


    Watty is joined on this episode by Bees deference man Josh Kelly. Support the show

    EP 322 - Kyle Locke

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 71:39


    Guildford Flames Kyle Locke joined the show for a great chat. We dive deep into the Flames season. His three seasons at the club.Kyle answers who he thinks is better between this year's Steelers team and last year's Belfast Giants team. We also look into his time at Usports and the connection between Usports and the EIHLSupport the show

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