Ticats Audio Network

Special Presentation: Building the Ticats with Ted Goveia and Scott Milanovich


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In this episode - taken from a live Q&A with media - Hamilton Tiger-Cats General Manager Ted Goveia and Head Coach Scott Milanovich discuss key off-season priorities, coaching changes, and player development. They address the challenges of continuity, free agency strategies, and their vision for the team's future. With insights into quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell's resurgence and plans for the upcoming season, this is a must-listen for fans looking to understand the Tiger-Cats' roadmap to success.


Takeaways

  • Chris Jones departed; Brent Monson hired as defensive coordinator.
  • Defensive strategy will adapt to new coaching style and team personnel.
  • Familiarity with players improves decision-making and collaboration.
  • Bo Levi Mitchell is the unquestioned starter for 2025; continued growth expected.
  • Re-signing key free agents like David Beard is a priority.
  • Free agency preparation involves a flexible wish list monitored daily.
  • Team-building focuses on cohesion and fair compensation over "mercenaries."
  • Strong GM-coach relationship emphasizes collaboration and shared goals.
  • Coaching staff finalization expected within two weeks.
  • Long-term vision is to win the Grey Cup while managing pressure effectively.


Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

00:26 - Coaching changes

03:35 - Free agency priorities

04:42 - Bo Levi Mitchell

07:16 - GM-coach collaboration and recruitment strategy

11:21 - Adapting schemes

15:04 - Maintaining team focus

18:27 - Final thoughts

The Ticats Audio Network provides Hamilton Tiger-Cats fans with the most comprehensive, entertaining and informative news and information about their favourite football team. Featuring Steve Milton, Mike Daly, Bubba O’Neil, Courtney Stephen, Simoni Lawrence, Mike Morreale, Rob Hitchcock, Brian Simmons, Louie Butko, Ticats players, coaches and front office personnel, other Canadian Football League experts and many more. Regular shows include Ticats Today, Ticats This Week, Tiger-Cats Game Day, Tiger-Cats Pregame, Tiger-Cats At The Half, Tiger-Cats Postgame, Speaking With The Enemy, Morreale & Hitch, CFL This Week, and so much more. Ticats Audio Network content can be found on the Tiger-Cats YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, at listen.ticats.ca and anywhere else you find podcasts. Please follow, like, leave a review wherever you find our content, and follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats social media channels to keep up to date with all Ticats Audio Network content.
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