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Sports EntertainersSports Entertainers Podcast Interviews: Dan "The Beast" SevernThe Sports Entertainers Podcast - the exclusive wrestling podcast of the Rose City - presents another installment in our interview series. Drake D'Amore runs this one solo with the former NWA World's Heayweight Champion AND UFC Heayweight Champion Dan "The Beast" Severn.
The Michigan native tells us about his upcoming MMA seminars in Windsor at Hybrid Training Academy on June 22nd. Of course, Drake ( @drakedamore ) takes the opportunity to ask about working for Border City Wrestling in Windsor, fighting another local in the UFC 5 finals against Dave Beneteau, working with Owen Hart in WWF, and more!
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2024-05-1129 min
Sports EntertainersSports Entertainers Episode 25 - Mo' Mone, Mo' ProbelmsJoin the exclusive wrestling podcast of the Rose City as locals Drake D'Amore, Aaron Sanders, & Kurlis Mati get you up to speed with everything in professional wrestling! They kick off with the most recent local event - TNA Sacrifice (01:58) from there, the boys get caught up on AEW ahead of the big Toronto show (08:00), of course they talk a little WWE as Wrestlemania approaches (19:37) and the nerds wrap it up debating some of their favorite wrestling video games (36:37).
Join us in two weeks as we breakdown our predications for Wrestlemania 40!
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2024-03-2248 min
Sports EntertainersSports Entertainers Episode 23 - Finish the Story.As Drake, Kurlis and Aaron celebrate the one year anniversary of the Sports Entertainers podcast, the whole wrestling world is set on fire! To celebrate, the boys review the recent firing of Scott D'Amore (03:25), the WrestleMania XL kickoff press conference (13:16), an update on our cookie bets over the last year (20:53) and the Vince McMahon lawsuit (28:03).
Disclaimer: This podcast contains brief discussions on sexual misconduct.
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2024-02-1138 min
Sports EntertainersSports Entertainers Episode 1 - Introductions, Upcoming Events, Elimination Chamber Predictions + moreWelcome to the first episode of Sports Entertainers with Kurlis Mati, Drake D'Amore, and Aaron Sanders as they introduce themselves and talk about their favourite wrestlers. The trio talks about some upcoming events in the Windsor-Detroit area including Impact Wrestling Sacrifice, AEW Dynamite, AND WWE Summerslam. Most importantly, they give their predictions for this Saturday's Elimination Chamber.
2023-02-1728 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 263 - Matt MaggioWindsor's own, a Windsor Spitfire, and recent NHL draftee, Matt Maggio joins Drake on the podcast (10:25) to chat about growing up in Windsor, playing for his hometown team, and of course the 2022 playoff run. Recently drafted to the NY Islanders, enjoy this treat of an interview with Matt. Plus, Drake breaks down as much local sports news as possible including the Windsor Clippers off to the OJBLL Finals, the Windsor Stars going to national championship, and more. Support the show
2022-08-0457 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 262 - Wyatt JohnstonThe 2022 OHL Red Tilson, Eddie Powers, AND William Hanley Trophy winner, Windsor Spitfires assistant captain Wyatt Johnston joins Drake on the podcast (06:20) to talk about his time in Windsor, the season and playoff run, breaking records, and what the future may hold. Plus, Drake gets us caught up with a bit of local sports news including the Windsor Clippers Jr. B Lacrosse team beginning the Western Conference Finals this weekend. Support the show
2022-07-2229 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 261 - Matt OnuskaWindsor Spitfires goaltender and the unsung hero of the 2022 OHL Finals, Matthias Onuska joins Drake on the podcast (05:58) to chat about his time in Windsor, fitting in with the new group, and of course going through the playoffs all the way to the OHL Championship Series. Plus, Drake gets you caught up with the Windsor Clippers Jr. B Lacrosse team, and lots of local sports news. Support the show
2022-07-1534 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 259 - OHL Championship Game 7 Preview + Local Sports UpdateOne more to go! Tomorrow night in Hamilton the Bulldogs take on our Windsor Spitfires. Drake D'Amore breaks down the series from games 4, 5, & 6 and previews tomorrow night's final. Plus, local sports update on the Windsor Clippers Jr. B lacrosse team, Windsor TFC, and more. Support the show
2022-06-1423 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 258 - Spitfires OHL Finals, Clippers Lacrosse, Windsor TFC, & moreFor the first time in 5 years, Drake D'Amore comes to you solo on the podcast to get you caught up with the Windsor Spitfires playoff run and two games into the OHL Final against the powerhouse Hamilton Bulldogs, Windsor Clippers Jr. B lacrosse as the seasons approaches the end, Windsor TFC Soccer Club, and more.Support the show
2022-06-0626 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 257 - Tanner StuckmanThe Windsor Express' enforcer, a rookie stand-out for the club this year is Tanner Stuckman. He joined Drake on the podcast (06:20) to talk about growing up in Illinois, coming through the basketball ranks in high school and college, and how he ended up in Windsor and the NBL of Canada after a stop in Helsinki. Plus, Drake gets you caught up with the Spitfires, Clippers lacrosse, Windsor TFC, and more.Support the show
2022-05-3038 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 256 - Chucky MadyLong-time local martial artist, Guinness World Record Holder, and recent Canada's Got Talent contestant, Chucky Mady joins Drake on the podcast (08:35) to chat about growing up in Windsor under a martial arts family, competing in Karate and MMA, and of course his obscure talent of opening cans with his mouth, and being on CGT. Plus, Drake gets you caught up with the Spits, Express, Clippers, and more.Support the show
2022-05-2344 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 255 - Michael DiPietroWindsor's favorite goaltender, the most decorated goaltender in Spits history, a Memorial Cup Champion and Windsor's own Michael DiPietro joins Drake on the podcast (07:48) to chat about growing up in the Windsor area, playing for the Spitfires, 2017 Memorial Cup, 2019 World Juniors, and so much more. Coming to you just days before the wrap of the AHL regular season. Plus, Drake breaks down local sports news on the Spits, Lakeshore Canadiens & Schmaltz Cup, Clippers lacrosse, Windsor TFC, and more. Support the show
2022-05-1648 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWSC EP 254 - Randi FieldBellator MMA and Windsor's Flyweight fighter, 'The Rose City Phoenix' Randi Field joins Drake on the podcast (06:46) to chat about growing up in Windsor and her MMA career. Coming off a big submission finish at Bellator 279 in Hawaii, Randi has lots to talk about. Plus, Drake gets you caught up with the Spitfires, Express, Schmaltz Cup, and more. Support the show
2022-05-0935 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 253 - Darren McCartyLeamington native Darren McCarty joins Drake on the podcast (08:25) to chat about growing up in the Windsor-Essex community, the pride of coming from the area and the toughness that comes with it, playing minor sports and more. Of course, lots to talk about with DMac when it comes to his band, cannabis, golf, wrestling, and so much more. Plus, Drake gets you caught up with local sports and athletes including the Windsor Express and Spits playoffs. Support the show
2022-05-0253 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 252 - Kellen LeClairA former Lancers football player, Windsor Clipper, and current Calgary Roughneck, Kellen LeClair joins Drake on the podcast (06:44) to tell his incredible story. The pair chat about growing up in Windsor, love for sports and music, Kellen's lacrosse career from junior to pro in the NLL, and his recent return to the game. Plus, Drake gets us caught up on the Spits and OHL playoffs, Windsor Express, local MMA fighters, and Jr B & C hockey playoffs. Support the show
2022-04-1945 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 250 - Derek WilkinsonLaSalle native and former Detroit Compuware Ambassador & Jr. Red Wings goaltender Derek Wilkinson joins Drake on the podcast (06:53) to chat about growing up in the Windsor area, his playing career, and behind the scenes role with the Charlotte Checkers for the past 20 years. Derek also chats about the history of Windsor hockey, playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and more. Plus Drake gets us caught us with the Spits, Express, and Jr. C playoffs. Support the show
2022-04-0452 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 249 - Sarah MittonUniversity of Windsor alumni and 2020ne Olympian Sarah Mitton joins Drake on the podcast (06:12) to chat about growing up on the east coast, coming to the UofW for Track, the Olympic experience, her entire career, and the new Track & Field League in Canada. Plus, Drake gets us caught up with the Spits, Express, St. Clair Saints, and more. Support the show
2022-03-2852 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 245 - Owen LalondeA 2019 OHL Champion, OHL veteran, and current Queen's University hockey player Owen Lalonde joins Drake on the podcast (07:24) to chat about growing up in Windsor, his OHL career, winning the OHL championship, NHL training camps, and playing for Queen's. Plus, Drake gets you updated with the Spits, Saints, Express, Lancers and more.Support the show
2022-02-2139 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 244 - Richard GreenopA 2009 Memorial Cup Champion and one of the toughest the Spitfires has ever had to offer, Richard Greenop, connects with Drake on the podcast (06:42) to chat about his time with the Windsor Spitfires, playing in the Barn, the 2009 Memorial Cup, life after hockey, and so much more. Plus Drake has news on the Spits, Windsor Express, Lancers, and Saints. Support the show
2022-02-1452 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 243 - Dartis WillisCEO & President of the Windsor Express Basketball Club, Dartis Willis, joins Drake on the podcast (07:14) to chat about the return of the Express and the NBL of Canada, bringing the team to Windsor in 2011, the history of basketball in Windsor, and the possibility of making Windsor Arena the new home of the Express. Plus, Drake has news on the Lancers, Spitfires, and more. Support the show
2022-02-0750 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 242 - Michael LeightonThis former Windsor Spitfire goaltender has made the Windsor-area home after a long pro career in the NHL, AHL, & KHL. Holding many obscure records is Michael Leighton, joining Drake on the podcast (07:48) to talk about about playing for our Spitfires in the 90's, his pro journey and stories along the way, and what he is doing now to better the goalies of the future. Plus Drake has news on Windsor locals, Spitfires, Windsor Express, NBL of Canada, and more.Support the show
2022-01-3150 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 241 - TJ Jovcevski, Melissa Bussey, & Brogan ProbertPartners in life and business TJ Jovcevski & Melissa Bussey of Sports Vision Windsor, along with Brogan Probert of Probert Performance join Drake on the podcast (07:28) to talk about the inception of their businesses, working together, and the unique services offered to athletes alike. Plus, Drake has news on the Spitfires and NBL of Canada.Support the show
2022-01-2459 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 240 - Evan MathiasThe Ottawa Senators Video Coach, Evan Mathias, comes from humble beginnings in Windsor with our Spitfires. Evan joins Drake on the podcast (06:17) to chat about growing up in Windsor, starting with a volunteer position with the Spits, and getting the call-up to the show. Plus, Drake gets you caught up with the Spitfires, NBL of Canada news, and the possible CPL expansion in Windsor. Support the show
2022-01-1740 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 239 - Liam LeClairWindsor's Liam LeClair joins Drake on the podcast (07:39) to chat about growing up in Windsor, playing lacrosse in the community, playing pro in the NLL, and so much more. The pair touch on the NLL on TSN, playing for the Calgary Roughnecks, and overall chat about Canada's sport. Drake also gets caught up with the Spitfires, OUA's tout to be 'elite', and Petey Williams joining the WWE.Support the show
2022-01-1047 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 238 - Eddie MioEddie Mio is a legendary, old-school goaltender from Windsor. Ed joins Drake on the podcast (07:38) to chat about growing up in Windsor, playing for our Spitfires back in the day, his pro career, and beyond. Plus Drake gets caught up after the break on the Spitfires, Lancers, and more. Support the show
2022-01-0351 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 237 - Kevin WestgarthAmherstburg native, Stanley Cup Champion, and the NHL's VP of Hockey Development is Kevin Westgarth. Kevin joins Drake on the podcast (07:21) to chat about growing up and playing hockey in the Windsor area, attending and playing for Princeton University, his NHL career, and continuing to work for the league after playing. Plus Drake has some news on the Spitfires, local MMA fighters, and Lancers alumni HOF. Support the show
2021-12-1356 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 234 - Melissa Bishop-NriaguLet's call her 'Windsor's own'. Melissa Bishop-Nriagu, although born and raised in Eganville, now resides in Windsor after graduating from the University following her Lancers career. The three-time Olympian joins Drake on the podcast (11:39) to talk about her entire track career, growing up, coming to Windsor, life as a mother, and so much more. Plus, Drake breaks down the OFC Final, and news on Windsor Spitfires, Kyle Prepolec, and more. Support the show
2021-11-2255 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 233 - Daryl StephensonFormer Lancers running back, CFL alumni, and 2013 Grey Cup Champion, Daryl Stephenson joins Drake on the podcast (08:00) to chat about growing up a football kid, coming to the University of Windsor, his pro career in the CFL, and what he's up to now. Plus, Drake breaks down local sports news on the St. Clair Fratmen, Windsor Spitfires, Lancers, and more. Support the show
2021-11-1551 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 212 - Spencer JeanA former local Jr. B & C hockey player for the LaSalle Vipers and Lakeshore Canadiens, later a Florida Gulf Coast Eagle, but now Osteopath at CCC Chiropractic in Tecumseh, Spencer Jean, joins Drake on the pod (08:39) after one of Drake's appointments. The two chat about Spencer's life growing up in Windsor, hockey career, and practice as a doctor. Spencer is also the author of 'The Untold Truth', telling his story while documenting memories he was concerned about losing due to his history of concussions that ultimately lead to the end of his career as a player. Learn how this...
2020-11-2354 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 210 - Jaime DJaime Dauncey, better known as Jaime D or Sirelda in Border City Wrestling and IMPACT! Wrestling joins Drake on the phone (05:26) to chat about growing up in Windsor, her wrestling career, what she's doing now and what the future may hold. Jaime tells tales of befriending and learning from legends like Hulk Hogan, Superstar Billy Graham, and Afa Anoa'i.Support the show
2020-10-2947 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 209 - Tony CurtaleAlthough it was short lived, Detroit native Tony Curtale was the head coach of our Windsor Spitfires in a tranisitional time, sitting on the bench for one of the Spits most played YouTube clips of all time. A long-time junior hockey coach and former player, Tony joins Drake on the podcast (07:35) to chat about his playing and coaching career, time with the Spits, success as a coach, and what he is doing today. Support the show
2020-10-1547 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 208 - Glen MillsHead coach, Director of Operations, and one of the founders of The Essex Ravens Football Club, Glen Mills is the guest of WinCity Sports. Drake joined Glen (05:58) at his Essex home to talk about the inception and history of The Essex Ravens, the accomplishments and cool experiences he's had in his career, and what the future holds for the Ravens and youth football. Support the show
2020-10-0157 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 207 - Meghan AgostaWindsor born, Kingsville raised, is Meghan Agosta. The 3x women's hockey gold medalist joins Drake (07:00) on the phone to chat about various topics. From growing up in Windsor-Essex to becoming a trailblazer in women's hockey. Meghan recalls wanting to play the game at a young age, making it to the Olympics and winning gold on 3 consecutive occasions, the NHL Skills Competition in 2020, and so much more. Support the show
2020-09-1748 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 206 - Brad VaillancourtHuman Performance Expert, coach, radio host, and former lacrosse player, Brad Vaillancourt joins Drake on the podcast (05:48) from BC to talk about growing up in Windsor, playing for the Warlocks, coaching the Lancers women's hockey team, and making it out to Vancouver as a performance coach and starting a radio program based on it. Support the show
2020-09-0350 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 205 - Chris KotsopoulosWhen the Windsor Spitfires returned to Junior A hockey for the OHA's 1975-76 season, Chris Kotsopoulos was part of the expansion team with other Windsor hockey legends including Joel Quenneville and Mark Renaud, among others. Chris went on to play in the NHL for 10 seasons with the New York Rangers, Hartford Whalers, Toronto Maple Leafs, and briefly with the Detroit Red Wings. The Toronto native chats with Drake (06:40) about his hockey career and his love for Rock n' Roll music. Support the show
2020-08-2043 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 204 - Kevin SheaHockey Hall of Fame Historian, author of many hockey books including The Toronto Maple Leafs Hockey Club: Official Centennial Publication, radio personality, CJAMmer, and so much more; Kevin Shea joins Drake (05:02) on Zoom to chat about various topics. Kevin was born and raised in Windsor and eventually ended up working as a Hockey Historian. The two tend to talk and share stories about Windsor sports, The Maple Leafs, music, broadcasting and more. Support the show
2020-08-061h 06The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 203 - Mike MacIntyre Part 2The conversation picks up where it left off with former Spitfire and pro hockey player Mike MacIntyre (05:18) from episode 198 of the podcast. Plus, Drake gathers up as much local sports news as possible from the past 2 weeks. Support the show
2020-07-2352 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 202 - Josh JubenvilleAfter interviewing local lacrosse player, Josh Jubenville, at the beginning of WinCity Sports, Drake thought it was time to catch up after following his career from that day to making it to the NLL today. Josh joins Drake on the phone (05:42) to talk about growing up in Windsor, playing junior, university, and pro lacrosse, and playing for the NLL's Toronto Rock. Support the show
2020-07-0935 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 201 - Andre GorgesAndre "Gorgeous" Gorges, a former pro boxer, sits down with Drake (4:35) at Border City Boxing Club to chat about his boxing career, fighting some of the best in the world today, travelling for the sport, and how he is still involved in the sport and finally making some profit off it! Support the show
2020-06-2535 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 200 - Bob BellaciccoLong-time local reporter for CTV, among other ventures, Bob Bellacicco joins Drake on the phone (09:05) to chat about his career in journalism, some of his favorite local sports moments including the 2017 Memorial Cup, and various events he's been able to cover. Bob is not specifically a sports news guy, but covers all kinds of news. Of course, he's had a similar passion for sports both locally and recreational in his lifetime. Support the show
2020-06-1847 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 199 - Mike CarterCFL and NCAA Alumni with the University of Maryland and various teams, but mostly known for his time with the Montreal Alouettes, Mike Carter, joins Drake on the phone (03:27) to talk about growing up in Windsor/LaSalle, his entire football career from high school to college to pro, his athletic family including OJ Atowge and Stephen Ademolu, and what he is doing today. Support the show
2020-06-1144 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 198 - Mike MacIntyreFrom the home of a former Windsor Spitfire, Lancer, Soo Greyhound, and pro hockey player, Mike MacIntyre, he and Drake chat (08:07) abut his upbringing, playing in the OHL, and just some of his crazy ride in pro hockey between the SPHL, CHL, and ECHL. Support the show
2020-06-0447 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 197 - Jordie SteenOlympic qualified wrestler Jordie Steen joins Drake on the phone (05:26) to chat about growing up in Windsor, his stellar wrestling career, and making it to the Olympics. Jordie follows his parents as Olympic athletes, coming from a very athletic family. Support the show
2020-05-2838 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 196 - Ryan DonallyThe Windsor-Essex Community Development Corporation's Manager of Investments & Corporate Marketing, Ryan Donally, is a former Windsor Spitfires captain and NHL draftee. Ryan joins Drake on the phone (04:43) to talk about growing up in Windsor, his hockey career, and what he is doing now. Support the show
2020-05-2141 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 195 - Ron FellowsCorrect me if I'm wrong: Windsor's only NASCAR driver, and the most winning foreign-born driver in NASCAR's top three series, Ron Fellows, joins Drake on the phone (06:45) to talk about briefly growing up in Windsor, starting a career in racing, his success in the sport, and what he's doing today. Support the show
2020-05-1443 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 194 - Chris SabinCan Am Wrestling School graduate and former BCW TV Champion, Chris Sabin, joins Drake on the podcast (05:38) to talk about his beginnings in the world of professional wrestling starting in Windsor training and performing for Border City Wrestling. Support the show
2020-05-0735 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 193 - Sharon CreelmanFormer Canadian National and Olympic field hockey player, born in Windsor, and now physical education teacher, Sharon Creelman joins Drake on the phone (06:13) to chat about the sport of field hockey, moving through the ranks to Nationals, popularity of the sport, and how she's using it in her 9-5 now at Appleby College in Oakville. Support the show
2020-04-3034 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 192 - Frank Renaud Part 2Frank Renaud returns (07:17) to continue his story about his roller coaster of 2 seasons through the CFL, struggles with mental health, and what hes up to now as a motivational speaker, advocate, and entrepreneur. Plus Drake talks about some of his current favorite documentaries, the CCC podcast, and the 4th anniversary of Jonathan Nicola in Windsor.Support the show
2020-04-2343 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 191 - Frank RenaudUniversity of Windsor football & CFL alumni, Frank Renaud joins Drake (05:47) on the phone to chat about growing up in Windsor and his football career starting as a youth. Frank is now a motivational speaker, mental health advocate, trainer, and more. Support the show
2020-04-1636 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 190 - QuarantationThe Quarantine has set in. Changing things up a bit this week on the show as host Drake D'Amore is joined by his brother Darrin to talk about how to keep active during the self-isolation, what he currently offers as a trainer under these circumstances, and some UFC 249 predictions. Support the show
2020-04-0927 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 189 - Cole PurbooSome of the most recent Windsor Spitfires alumni, Cole Purboo, joins Drake on the phone (06:09) during the quarantine to chat about his young hockey career in Windsor. The two discuss growing up in the GTA, being recruited to Windsor, winning the 2017 Memorial Cup, and quickly transitioning into a leadership role. Support the show
2020-04-0235 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 188 - John E. BravoWrestler, manager, referee, trainer, and everything when it comes to professional wrestling, John E. Bravo has done it! A mainstay in Windsor's Border City Wrestling for over 20 years, and known for his current role on Impact Wrestling, John and Drake chat (5:30) at the Can-Am Wrestling School to chat about his career, finally making it to TV, training, and much more. Support the show
2020-03-2641 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 187 - Arjen ColquhounW.F. Herman Graduate, MSU Alumni, and the Toronto Argonauts newest signing, Arjen Colquhoun joins Drake (05:27) at the CJAM FM Station to chat about his entire football career stemming from getting started in Windsor, his success in college, nearly landing a spot on the Dallas Cowboys, running through the CFL, and his future. Support the show
2020-03-1937 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 186 - Dean MayrandFormer hockey player turned boxer joins Drake on the pod (05:59) calling from Alberta. The two chat about Dean's hockey career as an enforcer, moving on to boxing (fittingly enough), winning the 2005 Battle of the Hockey Enforcers, and being an extra in the Love Guru along side Bob Probert. Support the show
2020-03-1243 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 185 - Brendan DunlopSportsnet anchor and Catholic Central grad, Brendan Dunlop, joins Drake (05:15) on the pod to talk about growing up in Windsor, getting into journalism, and the memories he's made doing the job he loves. Support the show
2020-03-0537 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 184 - Dakoda ShepleySaskatchewan Roughriders Offensive Lineman Dakoda Shepley joins Drake (05:45) at the CJAM FM Studio to talk about Dakoda's entire football career stemming from a young kid in Windsor. He gets in depth about his experience with UBC, landing a spot with the NY Jets before the carpet was pulled from underneath him, and making the decision to go to the CFL. Plus, they also touch upon many colorful topics including Dakoda's musical side, travelling, and being an extra in films such as 'Deadpool 2' and 'Game Over, Man!' Support the show
2020-02-271h 07The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 183 - Hayden McCoolThe first 2017 Memorial Cup Champion to join WinCity Sports after winning the cup, just 2 years ago. Hayden McCool, the former Windsor Spitfire and current Ryerson Rams hockey player, joins Drake on the podcast (08:51) to talk about his hockey career from growing up in the Durham region, being traded to Windsor, winning the 2017 Mem Cup, jumping into play at the University level, and what the future may hold for him. Support the show
2020-02-2044 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 182 - Shane TopalovicOne of Windsor's most sought out trainers and the owner of Next Level Athletics chats with Drake at the gym (05:20) about his career as an athletic trainer starting from working at a sporting goods store. Hear about the upcoming Sports and Wellness Weekend featuring Olympian Bruney Surin and more. Support the show
2020-02-1338 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 181 - Bradley Snetsinger + Cal O'ReillyThis week Drake is joined by two former Windsor Spitfires in Bradley Snetsinger (07:59) and Cal O'Reilly (29:47). The former teammates talk about growing up, playing for our Windsor Spitfires in some of the barn's final days, and what they've done in hockey from when they left the Spits to today. Support the show
2020-02-0650 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 180 - Jim Bedard3-time Stanley Cup Champion as the goltending coach for the Detroit Red Wings chats with Drake (06:03) on the podcast about his playing career in the NHL and overseas, getting into coaching, and living in Windsor. Working in Detroit also helped lead him to our Windsor Spitfires for one season, the year of the 2017 Memorial Cup. Jim is now the head of Goltending Development for the Dallas Stars, and their AHL affiliate team, the Texas Stars', goalie coach. Support the show
2020-01-3042 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 179 - Dante LeonOne of the World's Top 10 Submission Grapplers, from Harrow, ON chats with Drake (08:09) about training, being a full-time Jiu-Jitsu fighter (Submission Grappler), competing in World Tournaments, and much more. Little known to Windsor, Dante is one of the best in his game. And at only 24 years old, it could just be the beginning. Support the show
2020-01-2341 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 178 - Perry WilsonWindsor Spitfires goaltending coach Perry Wilson joins Drake (08:56) at CJAM to chat about his life as a coach, mentor, and more. Perry has a long history of coaching the Windsor Lancers, among various teams and camps. The two discuss Perry's coaching career and where its brought him, competing in Ironman competitions, and training athletes of the future. Support the show
2020-01-1639 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 176 - Brett RombergFormer University of Miami and NFL Center, Brett Romberg (06:04) joins Drake on the podcast to talk about growing up in Windsor, starting his football career at Belle River High School, college and NFL career, and what he's doing now with the Brett Romberg Show on Miami radio. Support the show
2019-12-1946 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 175 - Jonathan ReinhartWindsor Lancers goaltender and the newest U-Sports All Star, Jonathan Reinhart, joins Drake on the podcast (06:00) to talk about his junior career, coming to Windsor, and what the future may hold for him in and out of hockey. Support the show
2019-12-1226 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 174 - Vern StenlundPlayer, coach, professor, author, and doctor are some titles Vern Stenlund (04:02) has gone by over the years. An NHL alumni with the Cleveland Barons (heard of them?), Windsor Spitfires coach, and ghost writer for Bobby Orr's 'Orr: My Story' memoir are just a few notable accomplishments by Vern. Hear him and Drake discuss various aspects of his life and career. Support the show
2019-12-0530 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 173 - Ryan WilsonFormer Colorado Avalanche defenseman, current KalPa assistant captain in Finland, and Windsor's own Ryan Wilson joins Drake on the podcast to talk about growing up in Windsor, his stellar junior career, making it to the NHL, and jumping overseas to various leagues before settling with KalPa, where they won the Spengler Cup in 2018.Support the show
2019-11-2834 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 172 - Munis TutuBorn in Egypt and raised in Windsor is Carleton University Basketball's star point guard. Munis joined Drake on the podcast to talk about growing up in Windsor, leaving at a young age to go to prep school, and playing NCAA & CIS basketball. Support the show
2019-11-2129 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 171 - Kevin Lee'The MoTown Phenom' himself, Kevin Lee, joins Drake on the podcast to discuss growing up in Detroit and his fight career. Recorded not even a week after Lee's huge KO victory at UFC 244, in a short time the two touch upon many colorful topics aside from Kevin's career. Hear the story of how a kid from Detroit knocked out a dude in front of President Trump. Support the show
2019-11-1438 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 170 - Bob Boughner + Warren RychelThe Windsor Spitfires' "Saving Grace" individually join Drake for interviews on this week's podcast. Bob Boughner & Warren Rychel (with Peter Dobrich) purchased the Spits in 2006 when they were in the ditch. They're management and coaching took them to the next level and brought in many championships and all-star players. Hear about both of their playing careers and moving to hockey executives with the Spits. Support the show
2019-11-0741 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 167 - Austin Kennedy + Jordan BrescacinTwo former Lancers football players turned businessmen join Drake in separate interviews about their playing, coaching, and professional years. Austin Kennedy was a Lancers QB and now part owner of Elite Training Systems (ETS) in Windsor with NFLer Luke Willson. Jordan Brescacin was a WR for the Lancers and now part-time coach for the team and a teacher. Hear both of the boys stories. Support the show
2019-10-1736 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastBONUS PODCAST: WCS EP 166.5 - Jake 'The Snake' RobertsWWE Hall of Famer Jake 'The Snake' Roberts joins Drake on the show for a special edition of the WinCity Sports Podcast. Jake talks about his upcoming show for his Dirt Details Tour which is stopping in Detroit this Tuesday, October the 15th at Marble Bar. Support the show
2019-10-1316 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 166 - Kevin HamlinHead coach of the Windsor Lancers men's hockey team, Kevin Hamlin, joins Drake to speak about his playing and illustrious coaching career. Kevin played in the OHL in the late 70's and early 80's and went on to National teams before retiring to take on coaching. He even played with Steve Yzerman in Guelph. Kevin shares stories and talks about what the Lancers Family and coaching means to him.Support the show
2019-10-1032 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 165 - Mike WeberWindsor Spitfires Assistant Coach, player alumni, and former NHLer with the Buffalo Sabres, Mike Weber, joins Drake to talk about his career and transition to coaching. After a great junior performance with the Spits, Mike showed hard work and determination will get you to the show. He's now taking on the coaching world with his former club.Support the show
2019-10-0334 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 163 - Darian PrimeauA purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Windsor's own Darian Primeau will be competing in the Abu Dhabi World BJJ Championship Tournament this year. She joined Drake at MTC in Windsor (Darian's home gym) to tell her story and talk about her road to the Worlds. Support the show
2019-09-1934 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 160 - Josh CameronPro boxer from Windsor, now running a boxing/fitness company in Vancouver, Josh Cameron joins Drake on the podcast. Josh talks about growing up in Windsor, rising through the ranks in boxing, dealing with issues on and off the mats, JC Boxing & Fitness in BC, and do some Windsor reminiscing (of course they talk about Windsor pizza). Support the show
2019-08-2935 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 159 - Danny AngerThe new head coach of the Essex 73's (Jr. C) and former Sarnia Sting, Danny Anger, chats with Drake about his OHL career, coaching, and taking over the 73'sSupport the show
2019-08-2225 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 158 - Jeff PawlukJeff Pawluk is a former Guelph Storm, Belleville Bull, & pro hockey player, and is now your local car salesman at Motor City Chrysler. Jeff sat down with Drake to talk about his playing career from junior through pro, coaching, and life nowadays. Support the show
2019-08-1539 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 157 - Bill BowlerOne of the greatest Spitfires of all time, former pro hockey player and Spits coach, and the newest Spits GM, Bill Bowler, joins Drake on the podcast. They talk about the decision internally to make him GM, his paying career, playing overseas, coming back to Windsor, and more. Support the show
2019-08-0826 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 156 - Jeffrey ScottJeff Kavanaugh, better known as Jeffrey Scott, is a long-time Border City Wrestling personnel. Just before the Impact Wrestling tapings at St. Clair College, Drake and Jeff at down to talk about his long history and career in local wrestling, Border City Wrestling's 25+ year run, some of his favorite wrestlers to ever come to Windsor, and so much more. Support the show
2019-08-0158 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 148 - Mark PackwoodThe Windsor Spitfires new Athletic Therapist and former OHL & OUA goaltender, Mark Packwood, joins Drake on the podcast to talk about his hockey career, his career as a therapist and trainer, and landing the job with the Spits.Support the show
2019-06-0634 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 147 - David TremblayFreestyle wrestling 2012 Olympian, L'Essor Wrestling Club coach, and Windsor's own David Tremblay joins Drake to talk about his life growing up around the sport, his career, his family's involvement in the sport, and coaching at L'Essor. No Combat Corner on this podcast but is available on YouTube. Support the show
2019-05-3039 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 146 - Zack MacQueenAnother former Spitfire and now STFX hockey coach, Zack MacQueen, talk about his junior and college hockey career, coaching, and a bit about the infamous brawl from this past season. Plus, on the Combat Corner, Drake & Cedric discuss Devontay Wilder, new local classes, and Prospect Fighting Championships in Windsor next month. Support the show
2019-05-2343 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 145 - Kyle PrepolecReturning to the pod is the UFC's newest Canadian fighter, from Windsor, Kyle Prepolec. Kyle tells us all about his debut experience in Ottawa at UFC Fight Night 151. On the Combat Corner, Drake and Cedric talk about Prospect Championship MMA in Windsor next month and the Jarrett Hurd-Julian Williams fight from this past weekend. Support the show
2019-05-1639 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 142 - Brad MartinFormer Border City Wrestling superstar, now personal trainer and Dad-joke extraordinaire, Brad Martin, joins the podcast. He and Drake talk about his pro wrestling career, his personal training career, and what he offers his clients. Plus, the debut of the Boxing Corner with coach Cedric Benn.Support the show
2019-04-2539 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 140 - Mike Brkovich & Stan KorosecMichigan State Alumni Mike Brkovich and Lancers alumni Stan Korosec are two of the best basketball players to ever come out of Windsor. They sit down with Drake to talk about the prestige of basketball in our city during their high school and college days, as well as their individual careers and what they are doing now.Support the show
2019-04-1145 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 137 - Joshua Riehl & Jenny FeterovichThe Russian Five Documentary's Writer & Producer, Joshua Riehl, and Producer Jenny Feterovich join Drake to discuss the movie coming to life ahead of the screening in Royal Oak, MI on March 22nd. Plus, Cedric Benn co-hosts with Drake.Support the show
2019-03-2147 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 134 - Tyrone CrawfordDallas Cowboy's DE and Windsor's own Tyrone Crawford joins Drake to talk coming up at CCH, moving to Dallas, and his Windsor's Finest Football Program for kids.Support the show
2019-02-2831 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 127 - Dani ProbertThe wife of the late NHL enforcer, Bob Probert, Dani joins Drake to talk Bob's legacy and influence in Windsor, pro wrestling, Battle of the Blades, and the new Tough Guy Documentary.January 10, 2019Support the show
2019-01-1040 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 118 - Jeff JarrettDouble J joins Double D to talk BCW International Incident in 2005, wrestling in Southwestern Ontario, and NWA's 70th Anniversary.Jeff also puts over BCW Champion Cody Deaner and Scott D'Amore. October 18, 2018Support the show
2018-10-1931 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 60 - Joe D'Amore Returns (Lancers Football)Episode 60 of WCS, Head Coach of Windsor Lancers Football Team, Joe D'Amore returns. We talk the new coaches, players, and strategies going into the 2017 season.Aug 24, 2017Support the show
2017-08-2330 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 51 - Darrin D'Amore on Tristar Gym Pt.2Episode 51 of WCS, Darrin D'Amore of Central Combat Sports returns for part two of his interview on his stay at Tristar Gym in Montreal, Quebec. Plus local sorts news!June 15, 2017Support the show
2017-06-1429 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 50 - Darrin D'Amore on Tristar GymEpisode 50 of WCS! Darrin D'Amore of Central Combat Sports in Windsor returns to the show to talk about his time training at Tristar Gym in Montreal with GSP, Vitor Belfort, and many more! Part 1/2June 8, 2017Support the show
2017-06-0629 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 24 - Tara Slone (Hometown Hockey)Episode 24 of Win City Sports featuring Tara Slone of Hometown Hockey. Tara, along with Ron Mclean, host the touring event. Tara joined Drake to speak about the event stopping in Windsor. Plus various local sports news.November 17, 2016Support the show
2016-11-1729 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 23 - BCW & MCC4 Review + Tons of news!Episode 22 of Win City Sports, Drake reviews events from the past weekend; BCW Excellence and Maple City Cagefighting 4. Plus tons more local sports news!November 10, 2016Support the show
2016-11-1129 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 17 - Hockey is Back!Episode 16 of Win City Sports. Hockey is back, broadcasted during the Spitfires home opener. Drake ran down all sorts of Windsor Spits news, LaSalle Vipers hockey news, various upcoming events, and an old interview with NJ Devils Assistant Captain Adam Henrique. Adam played for the Spits and spends time in Windsor in the summer.September 22, 2016Support the show
2016-09-2129 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 16 - Darrin D'Amore Returns (Central Combat Sports)Episode 16 of Win City Sports. Discussion with Darrin D'Amore on MMA in Ontario.Plus a big break down of local sports news and upcoming eventsSeptember 15, 2016Support the show
2016-09-1629 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 15 - Joe D'Amore (Windsor Lancers Football)Episode 15 of Win City Sports. Interview with Joe D'Amore, head coach of University of Windsor Football team. Get to know Joe, learn about his time in China coaching the World Championship Canadian team this past summer, and all about Lancers Football 2016 season!September 8, 2016Support the show
2016-09-0929 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 8 - Future Combat Stars ReviewEpisode 8 of Win City Sports, where we sit down to talk with local athletes and coaches and run down some sports news. This episode features no interview, but your host Drake D'Amore reviewing Future Combat Stars 7. A local Mixed Martial Arts event in Windsor from the previous weekend. July 21, 2016Support the show
2016-07-2128 min
The WinCity Sports PodcastWCS EP 4 - Darrin D'Amore (Central Combat Sports)Episode 4 of Windsor, Ontario's newest Sports radio show Win City Sports, where we sit down to talk with local athletes and coaches and run down some sports news. This episode features local martial arts trainer and fighter Darrin D'Amore of Central Combat SportsJune 23, 2016Support the show
2016-06-2429 minThe WinCity Sports PodcastTrailer: The WinCity Sports PodcastFeaturing interviews with Windsor's athletes, coaches, and more! Every Monday wherever podcasts are found, hosted by Windsor's Drake D'Amore. Check out the archives with over 200 interviews with Windsor's finest.Support the show
2016-06-0100 min