Centre Ice | The Hockey Alberta Podcast

Join Troy Durrell on Centre Ice, The Hockey Alberta Podcast, as he sits down with special guest Lisa "Longball" Vlooswyk from the Hockey Alberta Foundation Board. Lisa, a renowned Canadian long-drive champion and peak performance speaker, shares her journey as a trailblazer in sports and her impactful role as a hockey mom. Discover how Lisa is breaking barriers and ensuring every child in Alberta has access to the joy of hockey through her work on the board.

Welcome to Centre Ice, The Hockey Alberta Podcast! In honour of Black History Month, join host Troy Durrell as he sits down with two remarkable guests, Layla Matthew and Zack Dailey. Layla, a standout forward for the Edmonton Junior Oilers, shares her journey from underage player to committing to Clarkson University, inspiring young athletes along the way. Meanwhile, Zack, head coach of the MacEwan University Griffins, reflects on his transition from player to coach, highlighting the importance of diversity and representation in hockey. Don't miss this insightful episode celebrating Black athletes in Alberta hockey!

Join host Troy Durrell in Episode 32 of 'Centre Ice: The Hockey Alberta Podcast' as he sits down with special guests James Poole, head coach of the EDGE U18 prep team, and Chris Leeming, head coach of the McEwen University Griffins women's hockey team. Dive into the world of elite hockey as they share insights from coaching Team Alberta's U16 and U18 teams, discussing tournament challenges, practice strategies, and the overall pride in representing Alberta on the national stage. Don't miss this exclusive roundtable episode with the coaches shaping the future of Alberta's hockey landscape.

Welcome to "Centre Ice: The Hockey Alberta Podcast"! Host Kara Spady takes you behind the scenes of the exciting world of hockey in Alberta. In Episode 31, Kara sits down with Hockey Alberta's Chief Executive Officer, Rob Litwinski, as they dive into the thrilling anticipation of the 2023-2024 season. Tune in to catch up on the highlights from the previous season and get a sneak peek at the upcoming improvements and innovative initiatives set to make this season unforgettable. Don't miss out on the latest hockey buzz as the puck drop for the 2023/24 season approaches!

Join host Kara Spady in a special episode of The Hockey Alberta Centre Ice Podcast as she chats with Kendra Jessie, diving into the world of hockey and exploring her unique journey and perspectives within the sport. Tune in to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and gain insights into Kendra's life and rich experiences on and off the ice. Don't miss this captivating discussion on the 30th episode!

Welcome back to Hockey Alberta Centre Ice with your host Kara Spady. In this episode, Kara sits down with Chris Cederstrand to discuss his incredible journey in hockey and beyond. From his time on the CBC reality TV show Canada's Ultimate Challenge, to playing in the Western Hockey League and becoming a firefighter, Chris has faced many challenges and triumphs throughout his life. However, a life-altering accident led to him becoming an above the knee amputee, and ultimately, to a career in para hockey. Join Kara and Chris as they explore the importance of resilience, determination, and passion in the face of adversity. This is an episode you won't want to miss on Hockey Alberta Centre Ice.

Welcome to Hockey Alberta Centre Ice with your host Kara Spady. In this episode, Kara sits down with children's book author Jeff McClean to discuss his new book titled "Who's Hockey". This heartwarming story of acceptance is part of a partnership between Hockey Alberta and the NHL, and is the first of eight books that deal with the NHL's Eight Declarations of Principles. Join Kara and Jeff as they delve into the importance of acceptance in hockey and beyond, and the impact that these books can have on young readers. Don't miss this inspiring conversation on Hockey Alberta Centre Ice.

In episode 27 of the Centre Ice Podcast host, Kara Spady chats with Saroya Tinker Co-Founder & Executive Director of Black Girl Hockey Club Canada

Centre Ice Episode 26

Hockey Gives Back with guest Jesse Hale General Manager of the AEHL's Calgary Northstars

Centre Ice The Hockey Alberta Podcast sits down with Bryden Burrell and Brett Kelly to learn about Rule 11.4 on Maltreatment Awareness Day.