Four Quarters Podcast

Tyler Bennett and Nico Wright take to the microphones for a monumental 10th episode of the Four Quarters Podcast, powered by College Court Report Canada!  A look at the Capitol Hoops Classic kicks off the show, as both the Men's and Women's Games between Ottawa and Carleton were decided by a combined three points.  Then, a look at the newly-structured OUA playoff format is discussed in the Second Quarter.  Lastly, an interview between Tyler and Lethbridge Pronghorns fifth-year guard Kyle Peterson (33:09) caps off the episode.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler Bennett and Nico Wright take a dive into the CCAA playoff scenarios in Episode Nine of the Four Quarters Podcast.  A discussion on all five conferences and their playoff situations, both men's and women's alike, can be heard in the First Half of the episode.  In the Second Half, an interview with Lambton Lions guard Cassidy Crowe is played in its entirety.  Tyler and Cass (41:08) discuss her *busy* life away from basketball, and how adding collegiate basketball into the mix has changed her perspective on her game, and herself as a player.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler Bennett and Nico Wright take to the microphone for Episode Eight of the Four Quarters Podcast, powered by College Court Report Canada.  Due to scheduling conflicts, there is no guest appearance in this week's U Sports-focused episode.  However, a look at the Canada West playoff situation is on the docket, including conversations on the race for the final playoff spots on both sides and potential First Round match-ups that could be intriguing.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler Bennett and Nico Wright take to the microphone for Episode Seven of The Four Quarters Podcast, powered by College Court Report Canada.  A discussion on transfer regulations within Canada kicks off the show.  An interview with former St. Thomas Tommies guard Arthur 'Ace' Reece follows in the Second Half of the show.  From Reece's time at the JUCO level to what he has in store for his fifth season of eligibility as a transfer, plus Reece's main issue with Fredericton, nothing is off the table in the conversation.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler Bennett flies solo this week for Episode Six of the Four Quarters Podcast.  The episode features a full-length interview with Mount Royal Cougars Assistant Coach Ken King.  The first half of the show discusses his transition from the ACAC to the Canada West Conference, the development of the Mount Royal program, and the level of parity across U Sports.  Then, the second half switches gears to look at Ken's work away from basketball with the Boost Institute.  Listen at Half-Time for a special message.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler and Nico are back for Episode Five of the Four Quarters Podcast.  To begin, the pair talk about the sudden death of Kobe and Gianna Bryant in a tragic helicopter incident.  In the First Quarter, potential OCAA Crossover match-ups are discussed, followed by conference champion predictions in the Second Quarter.  In the Second Half, an interview between Tyler and Georgian Grizzlies Women's Basketball Head Coach Todd Talbot is played in its entirety. Talbot discusses his 'why' for coaching, plus his son's high school playing experience down in Arizona.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler Bennett and Nico Wright take a dive into U Sports Men's and Women's Basketball in Episode Four of the Four Quarters Podcast.  Contenders and Pretenders on the Women's Basketball side of things (3:45) open the show in the First Quarter, while Men's Basketball Contenders and Pretenders (17:13) can be heard in the Second Quarter.  At Half-Time, both Tyler and Nico build their 2019-20 U Sports Dream Teams (31:55).  Lastly, the Second Half features an interview between Tyler and Trinity Western fourth-year guard Ja'Qualyn Gilbreath (43:47).  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Nico Wright makes his return to the podcast after a brief one-show hiatus, joining Tyler Bennett to discuss the ins and outs of Men's and Women's Basketball from across the CCAA.  Contenders and Pretenders are discussed from coast to coast as the race for the post-season heats up, while both hosts build their 2019-20 CCAA Dream Teams at half-time.  Then, to close out the show, an interview between Bennett and Sheridan Bruins guard Jaedyn Dunkley is shared in its entirety.  Dunkley gives some great insight into her basketball journey thus far, the hurdles she's had to overcome, and the constant motivation she's drawn from the challenges that have been put in front of her.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler Bennett takes to the microphone in Episode Two of the Four Quarters Podcast, the first full-length episode surrounding U Sports Men's and Women's Basketball.  A look into the inaugural season for the Ontario Tech Ridgebacks kicks off the show, as the program's development, the roster, and other facets of both the Men's and Women's programs are discussed.  In the Second Half, an interview with UNB Reds Women's Basketball Head Coach Jeff Speedy closes the episode. Coach Speedy takes a look at the Reds' 2020-21 recruiting class, how he balances recruiting during the season, and what to expect from having his daughter join the team next season.  (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Tyler Bennett and Nico Wright take to the microphone for the first episode of the Four Quarters Podcast!  Both hosts take a look at teams to watch in the second half from across the CCAA to begin the episode. Bennett gives you a women's team from the ACAC and a men's team from the ACAA to keep an eye on, while Wright sticks in the OCAA for his two teams to watch. Then, an interview with Lambton Lions forward Jason 'Amplified' Watts II closes the episode. Watts reflects back on his career at Lambton College, while also looking ahead to the 2020 OCAA Men's Basketball Championship and the motivation that comes with hosting the event.  

(4:37): St. Mary's University Lightning WBB

(14:55): St. Thomas Tommies MBB

(23:05): Humber Hawks WBB

(29:56): St. Clair Saints MBB

(36:40): Host Q&A

(48:00): Jason 'Amplified' Watts II Interview  (MUSIC: bensound.com)