Aff The Backboard

Aff The Backboard

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Aff The Backboard episodes

  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 15 - Chris Grassick

    The team are delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 15 - Chris Grassick

    We are back with another top interview and this time  we are delighted to share with you all an insight into the Hockey career of former Scottish & GB star Chris Grassick. We get the chance to chat through Chris's journey from Inverleith Hockey Club in Scotland to moving to Surbiton at 18 years old to take his career to a new level. It wasn't all plain sailing and we chat all about it, and how it pushed Chris to want push harder. Chris shares a few stories of Jonnys past and reminds him of who his worst coach was, don't miss out! Find out what made Chris a top captain at the highest level at club and country and what he believes to be the correct values to be a good leader on the pitch.

    Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates!

    52 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 14 - Davie Harte

    The team are delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 14 - Davie Harte. 

    They just keep coming and getting better every time! We are delighted to share with you all an insight into the full journey from Ireland to Holland. The current Irish captain and two time world goalkeeper of the year speaks with Jonny and we are buzzing! Davie turned down a school contract to gamble to achieve the high standard in Hockey and never looked back! We hear about his triumphs including winning Domestic, European and personal accolades and so much more.

    Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates! 

    Help us keep it rising further above our target £500 for our bonus episode with Nick Irvine. Donate generously at gf.me/u/xx652z or click the link in our bio.

    39 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 13 - Zach Wallace
    The team are delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 13 - Zach Wallace. Here we go! Another incredible episode featuring none other than GB, England & Surbiton sensation Zach Wallace. Jonny takes a trip through his already astounding journey at such a young age! Find out about team mates, coaches, favourite Hockey memories and even his epic Uber journey. Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates! Help us keep it rising further above our target £500 for our bonus episode with Nick Irvine. Donate generously at gf.me/u/xx652z or click the link in our bio.
    27 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 12 - Sam Judge
    We are back and delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 12 - Sam Judge.
    Jonny chats to to the former Scotland International forward about her fight to break into the Clydesdale Western first team at 20 through to playing on the big stage and beyond! As one of Scotlands most prolific strikers we find out how she has learnt to transition into coaching and how Sam has formed a hugely successful team in Edinburgh.
    This episode packs attitude and plenty laughs as always! Don't miss jonnys antics in Barcalona that got him into bother.
    Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates! Help us keep it rising further above our target £500 for our bonus episode with Nick Irvine. Donate generously at gf.me/u/xx652z or click the link in our bio.
    55 min
  • Aff the backboard- Episode 2 - Chris Traynor
    Players past & present of Scottish Hockey give their story of both on & off the pitch. Hosted by ex Scotland International & Kelburne Hockey Club legend Jonny Christie, this podcast gives you a comprehensive insight into each players story. Each week the Aff the backboard team draft up new players and stories for you all to enjoy whilst we wait for Hockey to return. This episode introduces Chris Traynor who chose Hockey before Football and journeyed from Anchor to Kelburne. Lots of reflection on what makes clubs grow talent and some EHL antics!
    30 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 11 - Nick Irvine (NHS Fundraiser)
    We are back and delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 11 - Nick Irvine. We are absolutely delighted to share with you a special episode with none other than the voice of Hockey Nick Irvine. Thanks to Nick we have raised over £500 to release his insight on his journey through Hockey, his favourites and thoughts on the game. This is not to be missed!
    Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates! Help keep rising further above our target £500 for our bonus episode with Nick Irvine. Donate generously at gf.me/u/xx652z or click the link in our bio.
    48 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 10 - Amy Gibson
    We are back and delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 10 - Amy Gibson.   It's our 10th episode and we have the pleasure of checking in with top ladies stopper Amy Gibson, who is based in Germany and playing top Hockey. Amy shares her progress on the Hockey pitch, but doesn't hold back on her antics on a night out - planking, strippers and and so much more! Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates! Help us raise £500 for the NHS and relesse a bonus Episode featuring a renowned European star. Donate generously at gf.me/u/xx652z
    45 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 9 - Jamie Frail
    We are back and delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 9 - Jamie Frail.
    Here we go! Our 9th Episode! We welcome Hillhead 1st Team Goalkeeper & Scottish Hockey Union - Head of Domestic Game. Jonny finds out more about the 18 years in which Hillhead & Jamie have developed - the players who influenced him and terrified him throughout his hockey career. Jamie takes the time to talk about his job and explores the work being done in relation to COVID-19 and Scottish Hockey. Another top episode for the Hockey community to enjoy!
    Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates!
    40 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 8 - Mairi Drummond
    We are back and delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 8 - Mairi Drummond. 
    We are proud to announce our 8th podcast, what an episode it is! Jonny certainly spruced up for this one! Aftershave and hair done!In this episode, Mairi shares her journey from Schools and being left behind for hockey trips to reaching international level. Another truly laugh out loud interview with a truly bubbly character who shares her role models and hockey stories with us all. Don't miss a few red faced moments for Jonny as he stumbles on a few cheeky questions, including who he would take to the moon on a date and what Mairi considers her best position is!
    Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard for all the latest updates!
    41 min
  • Aff The Backboard - Episode 7 - Alan Forsyth
    We are back and delighted to share with you our next Aff The Backboard guest for Episode 7 - Alan Forsyth.  
    This truly prolific Scottish forward, has excelled at GB level and consistently tops the English league top scorer charts chats to Jonny Christie about his career on and off the pitch. The Paisley born forward made his trade at Kelburne before heading south to Surbiton and is in contention for the Tokyo Olympics. This episode will not disappoint, as Jonny shows of his vocals and gives you a sneak peak into the top athletes life and a typical week for a full time pro Hockey pro. 
    Thanks for Listening, find us on Instagram @affthebackboard.
    55 min

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We talk all things Hockey with stars past & present around the globe. Hosted by ex Scotland International & Kelburne Hockey Club legend Jonny Christie in association with Chris Caldwell &…