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Trent Kaese Podcast Interview – Episode S5E08 Trent Kaese is today's Old Time Hockey UK podcast guest. In this episode Trent reveals: Being drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1985 NHL draft. The confusion surrounding the tragic Lethbridge Broncos bus crash that left four players dead, including a player with a very similar name.... The post Trent Kaese Podcast Interview – Episode S5E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Kenny Macdonald Podcast Interview – Episode S5E07 Kenny Macdonald is today’s Old Time Hockey UK podcast guest. In this episode Kenny talks of: Life growing up in the Aviemore Scottish ski centre Moving to the Nottingham Panthers His wheelchair goal scoring celebration Nearly dying of dehydration during a charity run His life long friendship with... The post Kenny Macdonald Podcast Interview – Episode S5E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episode S5E06 Wayne Crawford is today’s podcast guest. Toronto born Wayne was selected in the 6th round, 109th overall, by the Detroit Red Wings in the 1980 NHL draft. He then spent most of his time in the AHL and IHL until a friend suggested he try the UK. His... The post Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episode S5E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Who is my mystery guest? Here’s 8 minutes, 16 seconds from the latest Podcast Episode, currently being edited, ready to go live early in the New Year. My guest is a former goal scoring Canadian forward, born in Toronto He was originally drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in 1980. He then spent most of... The post The mystery guest appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Shayne McCosh Podcast Interview – Episode S5E05 Today my guest is former Bracknell Bees and Sheffield Steelers Canadian D-Man Shayne McCosh. In this episode Shayne reveals how; he once loaned a team owner £25,000 to help pay his team mates wages – can you guess which owner? he needed 12 stitches while on a road... The post Shayne McCosh Podcast Interview – Episode S5E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Here's an 8 minute 24 second extract from my latest interview with former Canadian D-Man Shayne McCosh. In five seasons playing in the UK Shayne iced for the Bracknell Bees and the Sheffield Steelers Full interview coming very soon. Images: Mike Smith The post Shayne McCosh – latest interview audio extract appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Chris Norton Podcast Interview – Episode S5E04 Canadian born Chris Norton is today's Old Time Hockey UK hockey hero from the past. Chris, an NHL draft pick for the Winnipeg Jets, spent most of his career assigned to AHL and IHL teams. The 1991 – 92 season saw Chris icing for the Phoenix Roadrunners of the... The post Chris Norton Podcast Interview – Episode S5E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Here's a 6 minute 41 second extract from my latest interview with former Canadian D-Man Chris Norton. In six seasons playing in the UK Chris iced for the Ayr Raiders, Billingham Bombers, Durham Wasps, Newcastle Warriors and Newcastle Cobras. ****Listen to the full interview here**** The post Chris Norton – latest interview audio extract appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Gary Newbon Podcast Interview – Episode S5E03 In Series 5 Episode 3 my guest is former Solihull Barons Team owner, Central TV and Sky Sports broadcaster Gary Newbon. Journalist Gary had made his way into television with Westward TV before moving to Midlands based ATV in the early 1970’s. Based in Solihull, West Midlands Gary... The post Gary Newbon Podcast Interview – Episode S5E03 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

David Simms Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S5E02 In the second Podcast interview of Series 5, I continue my chat with David Simms. David was an instrumental part in the birth of the Sheffield Steelers. Over the next 30 years he’s continued making the 180 mile round trip from his home in Solihull to... The post David Simms Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S5E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

David Simms Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S5E01 Welcome to the very first Podcast interview of Series 5. In today’s show my guest is former Solihull Barons team manager and current Sheffield Steelers MC David Simms. David discovered ice hockey in the mid 1980’s. He and a girlfriend decided to go ice skating at... The post David Simms Podcast Interview – Episode S5E01 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Jamie Crapper Podcast Interview – Episode S4E12 Today’s hockey hero is former Durham Wasps, Nottingham Panthers, Solihull Barons, Bracknell Bees and Great Britain goal scoring striker Jamie Crapper. While at Bracknell Jamie became the deputy rink manager. After hanging up his skates he moved to Bristol as General Manager of the Frogmore Street ice rink.... The post Jamie Crapper Podcast Interview – Episode S4E12 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Moray Hanson Podcast Interview – Episode S4E11 Today’s hockey hero from the past is former Murrayfield Racers, Fife Flyers and Dumfries Border Viking netminder Moray Hanson. Moray is one of the few hockey Legends that have played and officiated at the highest levels of Ice Hockey. He was Great Britain’s first choice netminder for the... The post Moray Hanson Podcast Interview – Episode S4E11 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

André Malo Podcast Interview – Episode S4E10 André Malo is today’s hockey hero from the past. He first arrived from Canada in the fall of 1986 when he spent a season with the Ayr Bruins. In total André had a career that spanned 15 seasons in the UK. He went on to ice for the... The post André Malo Podcast Interview – Episode S4E10 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Ed Courtenay Podcast Interview – Episode S4E09 Ed Courtenay, my guest for episode 9, is a former NHL goal scoring forward for the San Jose Sharks. In 1997 he iced for the SuperLeague’s  Sheffield Steelers, later moving to the Ayr Scottish Eagles. After returning home to North America for 3 seasons he began a new... The post Ed Courtenay Podcast Interview – Episode S4E09 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Jim Mollard Podcast IntervIew – Episode S4E08 Jim Mollard hails from Stonewall, Manitoba in Canada. Before signing for the Murrayfield Racers he’d spent the previous 2 seasons in the Edmonton Oilers farm system. Racers British forward, Tony Hand, had met Jim whilst trying out at an Oilers training camp a few years earlier. So, when... The post Jim Mollard Podcast Interview – Episode S4E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Dave Whistle Podcast IntervIew – Episode S4E07 Dave Whistle spent a total of 16 seasons playing and coaching in the UK. This included 7 seasons as a player and 9 seasons as head coach. Success followed as Dave lead both the Bracknell Bees and the Belfast Giants to SuperLeague League Championships. He also coached the... The post Dave Whistle Podcast Interview – Episode S4E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Barry Nieckar Podcast IntervIew – Episode S4E06 Barry Nieckar, former London Knights and Nottingham Panthers Enforcer is my guest on todays show. He spent the majority of his hockey career playing in North America, in the AHL, IHL and ECHL. Barry also had 8 games in the NHL, icing for the Hartford Whalers, Calgary Flames... The post Barry Nieckar Podcast Interview – Episode S4E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Tim Cranston Podcast Interview Episode S4E05 Welcome back to Part Two – The  Sheffield Years It was the summer of 1993 when Team GB and Sheffield head coach Coach Alex Dampier invited Tim to join his Sheffield Steelers team.   If you haven’t already listened to Part One, The Tim Cranston Interview – The Early Years,... The post Tim Cranston Interview Part 2 – Episode S4E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Tim Cranston Podcast Interview – Episode S4E04 – The Early Years. Tim Cranston, former Fife Flyers, Cleveland Bombers, Durham Wasps, Sheffield Steelers, Edinburgh Capitals forward is my guest for today’s show. He also played 39 times for Great Britain as a duel national. Want more? Read: The Tim Cranston Blog Post Our interview begins with Tim’s... The post Tim Cranston Podcast Interview – Episode S4E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Doug Smail Podcast Interview – Episode S4E03 Doug Smail, former player of the Winnipeg Jets NHL team , Fife Flyers and Cardiff Devils is my guest for the third episode of series 4. NHL Doug had 3 successful seasons at the University of North Dakota. Having found himself not included in the 1980 NHL draft,... The post Doug Smail Podcast Interview – Episode S4E03 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

S4E02 Greg Hadden Podcast Interview In the second episode of series 4, I talk with former Nottingham Panthers legend and goal scoring forward Greg Hadden. Greg played 7 seasons with the Panthers, icing a total of 377 games and scoring 167 goals along the way. Before delving into Greg’s career we talk about his recent... The post Greg Hadden Podcast Interview – Episode S4E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Peter “Jonker” Johnson – Episode S4E01 Welcome to the first episode of Series 4. In today’s show I interview an absolute legend of British Ice Hockey. Peter or Jonker, as most hockey folk know him, enjoyed a career spanning five decades. Durham Wasps When he was 10 years old, Jonker was taken to his first... The post Peter ‘Jonker’ Johnson – Episode S4E01 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Sheep on the Bus with Frankie Killen – Bonus Audio. I’d interviewed the former Durham Wasps, Nottingham Panthers and Humberside Seahawks goalie Frankie Killen in November 2014 but he never mentioned sheep! The episode, from Series 1, Episode 12, was published a month later, you can click here to check it out. A few days... The post The Sheep on the Bus with Frankie Killen appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

John Kidd Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Ayr Bruins, Peterborough Pirates and Paisley Pirates forward John Kidd. Early Years We talk of John’s early years learning his hockey trade on the small Ayr curling rink that was Limekiln Road. It’s dimensions a mere 154ft x 88ft (46m x 25m) compared to a regular rink... The post John Kidd Podcast Interview – Episode S3E12 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview – Part 2 Welcome back to Part Two of the Stephen Cooper interview. If you haven’t already listened to Part One, go have a listen now, you’ll enjoy this episode that much more. In that episode, we talked of Stephen’s early career playing for the Durham Wasps and Cardiff Devils. In this episode we... The post Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview – Part 2 Episode S3E11 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview – Part 1 In today’s show I interview former Durham Wasps and Cardiff Devils “Grand Slam” winning D-Man Stephen Cooper. A product of the Durham Wasps renowned junior system and together with his brother Ian, the “Cooper Brothers” were as good, If not better than most of the imports of that time. Even today Stephen... The post Stephen Cooper Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S3E10 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Tony Hand Podcast Interview – Part 2 In Part 2 of the Tony Hand interview we move on to talk of Tony’s time at the Sheffield Steelers and Ayr Scottish Eagles. Then his role as player – coach of the Dundee Stars, Edinburgh Capitals, Belfast Giants and finally the Manchester Phoenix.  Sheffield Steelers During the summer of 1995... The post Tony Hand Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S3E09 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Tony Hand Podcast Interview – The Early Years In today’s show I talk to former Murrayfield Racers, Sheffield Steelers, Ayr Scottish Eagles, Dundee Stars, Edinburgh Capitals, Belfast Giants and Manchester Phoenix Edinburgh born forward Tony Hand. Episode S3E08 This episode will be my FIFTIETH EPISODE, that’s half a Century of Old Time Hockey UK Podcasts. For this... The post Tony Hand Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S3E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Mark Budz Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview Canadian former Humboldt Broncos, Solihul Barons, Telford Tigers, Deeside Dragons, Birmingham Eagles, Romford Raiders and Oxford Blades forward and Golf Professional Mark Budz. Humboldt Broncos As a teenager, Canadian Mark had three seasons with Saskatchewan junior team the Humboldt Broncos. Many of you will be aware... The post Mark Budz Podcast Interview – Episode S3E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Anthony Payne Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Durham Wasps “Grand Slam” winning,  goal scoring forward Anthony Payne. Anthony’s ice hockey career was almost certainly destined to happen even before he could walk, let alone skate. His great grandfather was John Frederick James Smith, known to most people these days as the legendary “Icy... The post Anthony Payne Podcast Interview – Episode S3E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Charlie Colon Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former London Phoenix Flyers, Richmond Flyers, Southampton Vikings, Cleveland Bombers and Slough Jets net minder Charlie Colon. Charlie spent 20 years in the UK. Apart from two seasons in the Heineken Premier League, he played mostly in Division 1. He then coached the Slough Jets to... The post Charlie Colon Podcast Interview – Episode S3E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Scott Morrison Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Canadian forward Scott Morrison. Scott spent 10 seasons here in the UK playing for 6 different hockey teams. Twist of fate At the end of the 1986 – 87 season Scott had decided to retire. He was a member of the Brantford Motts Clamatos Allan... The post Scott Morrison Podcast Interview – S3E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Scott O’Connor Podcast Interview Imagine, you’re 14 years old, you’re a junior ice hockey net minder. You’re learning your trade within the Fife Flyers junior development organisation. Usually you play in front of just a few parents and friends. Then you get the call, you’re about to make your debut in front of over two... The post Scott O’Connor Podcast Interview – Episode S3E03 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Nicky Chinn Podcast Interview In today’s show I break with my policy of interviewing only “players from the past”. Nicky Chinn continues to play on, despite making his debut in the 1988 – 89 season, that’s 29 seasons ago. A product of the Cardiff junior development system, Nicky made his Devils debut at the tender... The post Nicky Chinn Podcast Interview – Episode S3E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Wayne Cowley Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Edmonton Oilers, Solihull Barons, Sheffield Steelers and Newcastle Cobras goalie Wayne Cowley. Canadian Wayne hails from Scarborough, Ontario and is the son of British immigrants. After a successful junior hockey career he signed for the Calgary Flames during their most successful NHL period. The Flames made him... The post Wayne Cowley Podcast Interview – Episode S3E01 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Paul Blahyj Podcast Interview In today’s show, the final Podcast of Season 2, I interview former Nottingham Panthers back up net minder Paul Blahyj. I start the interview by asking a very important question – how does he pronounce his last name of Blahyj? Paul explains that the name hails from the Ukraine through his grandad,... The post Paul Blahyj Podcast Interview – Episode S2E12 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Rob Breskal Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Southampton Vikings, Dundee Rockets, Medway Bears and Bracknell Bees D-Man Rob Breskal. Now living in New South Wales in Australia, Rob was born in Brighton on the UK’s south coast – a town with a rich hockey history but no proper Ice Rink since 1965 –... The post Rob Breskal Podcast Interview – Episode S2E11 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Mario Belanger Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Durham Wasps, Basingstoke Beavers, Nottingham Panthers and Telford Tigers goal scoring forward Mario Belanger. Durham Wasps Durham Wasps signed the French Canadian as a replacement import in February 1987. Together with fellow imports, forward Kevin Conway and d-man Mike O’Connor they formed a formidable on ice... The post Mario Belanger Podcast Interview – Episode S2E10 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

The Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 2 – the Heineken Years For the very first time since starting the Podcast back in 2014 I’ve decided to split an episode in two. Garry Unger’s career has been absolutely amazing. Consequently I recorded over 3 hours of quality content that I could not possibly fit into just one hour... The post Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S2E09 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 1 – the NHL Years Garry Unger had an amazing career, with so much recorded content it was impossible to fit everything into one hour. Therefore for the first time since starting the Podcast I’ve decided to split an episode into two parts. In Part One we’ll be talking about: His first... The post Garry Unger Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S2E08 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Paul Hand Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Murrayfield Racers, Solihull Barons, Peterborough Pirates, Fife Flyers, Paisley Pirates and Great Britain D-Man Paul Hand. We talk of his early years in Edinburgh, where going to the Murrayfield rink was simply a “way of life”. We talk of how he made his way through... The post Paul Hand Podcast Interview – Episode S2E07 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Steve Carpenter Podcast Interview Today I interview former Solihull Blaze, Nottingham Panthers, Sheffield Steelers, Coventry Blaze and Milton Keynes Lightning D-Man Steve Carpenter. Steve had a successful time in Canadian junior hockey and in the East Coast Hockey League. He recalls flying into the UK to sign for the Solihull Blaze after a recommendation from an... The post Steve Carpenter Podcast Interview – Episode S2E06 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Frank Morris Interview. In today’s show I interview former Ayr Bruins, Fife Flyers, Murrayfield Racers and Trafford Metros forward Frank Morris. Frank spent 27 years in the UK as a player and Elite League bench coach before returning home to Canada. Early Years As a junior Frank had 5 very successful years with the Concordia... The post Frank Morris Podcast Interview – Episode S2E05 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Luc Chabot Podcast Interview In today’s show I interview former Ayr Bruins, Whitley Warriors, Medway Bears and Solihull Barons striker Luc Chabot. Luc’s first UK hockey experience lasted just 9 games and despite being in the top three UK points scorers, the Ayr Bruins decided to replace him and fellow import Kevin Reynolds. Whitley Bay... The post Luc Chabot Podcast Interview – Episode S2E04 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Tommy Plommer Interview. In today’s show I interview Sheffield Steelers legend Tommy “The Duke” Plommer. Tommy was an eight year veteran in the most successful period of the teams history. Do you remember Ice Hockey in the early 90’s, when a team from Sheffield took British Hockey by storm? It was a love hate relationship,... The post Tommy Plommer Podcast Interview – Episode S2E03 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Kel Land Interview. Kel or Lando, as most people know him, was born in Sevenoaks in Kent, the product of a British mother and a three quarters North American Indian father serving in the Canadian forces. Kel tells of his formative years, learning the game, initially in Germany,  back home in New Brunswick, Canada and... The post Kelvin Land Podcast Interview – Episode S2E02 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Selmar Odelein Interview. Season 2 starts off with a true legend as I speak with former Edmonton Oilers, Nottingham Panthers and Sheffield Steelers D-Man Selmar Odelein. NHL Years The eldest of three professional Ice hockey playing brothers from Quill Lake, Saskatchewan. Selmar had a successful junior career, including winning Gold and Silver medals for Canada... The post Selmar Odelein Podcast Interview – Episode S2E01 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Brian Kanewischer Interview. In today’s show I talk to former Aviemore Blackhawks, Cardiff Devils, Ayr Raiders and Swindon Wildcats coach, Brian Kanewischer. We talk of how he had no hesitation in travelling over 4000 miles from his home in Medicine Hat, Alberta Canada for the 100 years UK Ice Hockey event, held in Durham in... The post Brian Kanewischer Podcast Interview – Episode S1E30 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Chuck Taylor Interview In today’s show I talk to former Solihull Barons, Telford Tigers and Nottingham Panthers D Man, Chuck Taylor. Chuck was born in London in 1961 but raised in Saskatchewan in Canada. In 1982 he returned to the country of his birth, signing for Gary Newbon’s Solihull Barons. Solihull Barons Chuck arrived in the... The post Chuck Taylor Podcast Interview – Episode S1E29 appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.

Episode S1Extra. Marc Twaite Podcast Extra . In today’s Marc Twaite Podcast Extra, the former GB and Nottingham Panthers forward returns to introduce his new Autobiography. “The Ice That Melted” Marc, who also played ice hockey for the Milton Keynes Kings, Coventry Blaze, Cardiff Devils and Sheffield Steelers, was my very first guest on the... The post S1Extra – The Marc Twaite Podcast Interview – extra appeared first on Old Time Hockey UK.