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Hawk TalkHawk Talk Episode #20: Cam Keith’s Hockey Journey- From Junior B to BCHL Coach of the year:In this milestone 20th episode of Hawk Talk, hosts and former Nitehawks players Ross Simnor, Jake Morissette, and Connor Jones welcome Cam Keith, former Nitehawk and BCHL Coach of the Year. Cam shares his incredible journey from playing Junior B in Beaver Valley to coaching at the highest levels of junior hockey.They talk about his early days in Nelson, the heartbreak of getting cut, the championship run that changed everything, and the lessons he took into his coaching career. Cam opens up about the culture...
2025-02-1738 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #19 Brotherhood, Rivalries & Nitehawk Pride: Kellen Jones on Hockey, Community, and Life Beyond the RinkIn this special episode of Hawk Talk, Kellen Jones, a former Nitehawk, joins hosts Ross Simnor, Jake Morissette, and Connor Jones for a nostalgic trip down memory lane. They discuss the camaraderie, memorable games, and the influence of the Beaver Valley Nitehawks culture on their lives. From their early days playing street hockey to intense rivalries and unforgettable playoffs, this episode captures the spirit of small-town hockey and its impact on the community.Timestamps:[00:00:19] – Introduction and updates from the hosts[00:04:09] – Kellen’s life post-hockey and transi...
2024-11-0733 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #18: From Player to Coach: Jer Cominotto on Nitehawks Legacy, Rivalries & Building Future ChampionsEpisode 18 hosts Ross Simnor, Jake Morissette, and Connor Jones sit down with Jer Cominotto, former Nitehawks player, and current coach of the BV Nite Hawks. Jer shares his experiences from his playing days, reminiscing about memorable moments, intense rivalries, and the camaraderie that shaped his junior hockey career. The conversation also gets into his move to coaching, his take on how the team has evolved, and the challenges of mentoring the next generation of players. The episode is full of humor, nostalgia, and a peek into the unique culture of the Beaver Valley Nitehawks....
2024-09-0331 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #17: Rivalries & Life After Hockey with Scott Makway & Brad CampeauIn this episode of Hawk Talk, hosts Ross Simnor, Jake Morissette, and Connor Jones reunite with former Nite Hawks, Scott Makway, and Brad Campeau. The discussion includes reminiscing about their playing days, memorable stories, and fascinating experiences, such as intense rivalries, road trips, and locker room tales. The hosts and guests reflect on the evolution of the team, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on what made their time with the Nite Hawks special. The episode wraps up with updates on where the guests are now and their current lives, including careers, family, and living in new places.
2024-08-0529 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #16 - Derek PriceA hilarious episode with hometown boy, Derek Price. We dive in to how he got his infamous nick name on a road trip to Grand Forks, his awesome Nitehawk debut, and his WHL career. Simmy shows up late and leaves early. Jake rocks a flat brim and Jonesy has a fresh haircut of course, thankfully this is a podcast though... Listen along to hear about Derek's time with the hawks and what growing up in Fruitvale is all about! Enjoy!
2024-05-1136 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #15 - Mike VlanichWe are back! Episode #15 with Mike Vlanich, former goalie for parts of three years with the Hawks. Mike gives us the lowdown on how to make a perfect Frosty Tom Collins and how he tried to threat his carpool group leaving the team unless they were bought a new van. Simmy is unable to bring up his penalty minutes record but at least Jake gets a little giddy from a Flarrow stick reference. Enjoy the show folks!
2024-04-0223 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #14 - Trent Sprague + Chris CuffTwo big parts of the Nitehawks' first KIJHL title winning season. Chris Cuff + Trent Sprague. One of the best lines in history with Cam Keith, man did these guys know how to play. They talk about their time in the Blue and Orange and also what they are up to now. Jonesy gets made fun of again, Simmy brings up his penalty minute record, and Snaker introduces a new segment on the show! Enjoy!
2024-02-0724 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #13 - Kevin LimbertWoah. The fellas got smarter this episode. They caught up with 2002-2004 Alum and hometown boy, Kevin Limbert, just a lowly Yale Grad, and all academic engineering genius. Similar to Matt Damon on Good Will Hunting? Ha! Simmy also brings up his penalty record, again.. Jake doesn't give in on why he wanted to be the only Fruitvale kid to go to RPI and Jonesy gets made fun of for his haircut. The boys talk Hawks culture, flats of Budweiser and much more. Enjoy!
2024-01-0533 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #12 - Cody Franson + Travis HardingWhat a time it was catching up with Franny + Hards. Could have legit chatted for hours with both these guys. Cody talks about his recent #88 jersey retirement, his path from Sicamous to Beaver Valley, and watching the TV show 24... Hards talks about him and Franny's special CCM Vector one-piece sticks and how he taught Franny everything he knows. Enjoy the show, we sure did.
2023-11-1532 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #11 - Arie PostmusJonesy is joined in a solo mission with Fruitvale's own, Arie Postmus. 'Wagon' played for the Hawks from 2009-2013. He is now the director of hockey operations for the Red Deer Rebels of the WHL. They of course chirp Jake and Simmy behind their backs and also talk about the start of B-Club, Dad fights, Dallas Calvin's Legendary cyclone performance and a bunch else. Enjoy the show!
2023-10-1928 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #10 - Mike MorissetteWhat a treat for our tenth episode. We get one of the all time best goalies with one eye. The hammer. MM. Mike played for five years and says he was the reason Rocky got so many wins. Dive in to hear the fellas bullshit about time change and travel, some intramural floor hockey, some alumni news, and how Jonesy and Mike are on IMDB for their acting experience. Enjoy!
2023-08-3130 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #9 - Dallas CalvinAnother eppy that is all over the place but a lot of laughs! Impossible to edit as Simmy was on a roll. Keep up as the fellas catch up with the all time Nitehawk leading scorer, Dallas Calvin! They talk about Dal's first few years with the team and what he's up to now. They mention Snaker's traps, Jonesy lifting the Stanley Cup, and a whole lot else! Tune in for a great show.
2023-07-0533 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #8 - Greg Carson + Barret JackmanIt's a big one. Some of the toughest Nitehawks of all time! Greg Carson joins the boys with a special surprise guest.. Barret Jackman! Go back 27 years and Cars was the 20 yr old captain and Barret a 15 yr old rookie. The two talk about what they are doing now, and what that special run was like during that 1996/1997 season that led the way to the Nitehawks first ever Cyclone Taylor Championship.
2023-06-0123 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #7 - The Burnett's & Shane DrakeTry to keep up as we laugh ourselves silly catching up with alums Jamie and Lucas Burnett and their carpool buddy, one of the best playmakers in Nitehawk history, Shane Drake. We get to know Lucas's alter ego "Seth Sweepstakes" and Draker goes in to how he likes to eat his fruit, decades old. Enjoy the episode!
2023-05-0244 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #6 - Eric Volpatti & Dave ColquhounThe fellas bring it back to the eighties with two of the most important pieces of that decade. Eric (Vulchy) + Dave (Haystack) chat about what minor and junior hockey in the area was like. Vulch tells some jokes, Jonesy talks about some team showers, and Haystack even gives us some trivia! Take a listen and enjoy!
2023-04-0426 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #5 - Archie McKinnonThe fellas catch up with former Nitehawk Captain, Archie McKinnon. A member of the Nitehawks from 2011-2014, Arch led the team to two KIJHL titles, and don't forget a Keystone Cup too. We get into his life post Nitehawks, the infamous Rossland Carpool, picketing, and Arch also laughs about his best buddy losing some teeth. Enjoy the show!
2023-03-0926 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #4 - Rocky DicksonHis stats aren't kept thank goodness or the future Hawk goalies would have never believed the shoes they'd have to fill! Rocky Dickson joins the guys to chat about fishing, slap-shots, flying oranges, and gobstoppers. His #2 jersey is retired and hangs in the rafters and he is arguably one of the best goalies in not only Nitehawk history but in JR. B history! A lot of laughs in this one. Enjoy.
2023-02-0118 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #3 - Paul MatteucciHereee comes Matteucci!! Simmy and Snake catch up with former Assistant Coach , Paul Matteucci. Incredibly passionate and a wicked sense of humor, you'll never meet a coach more willing to run through a wall his players. 'Tooch' coached for almost 10 years and there are some incredible memories he shares. Him and the fellas catch up on sweatpants, line brawls, cribbage, and how the game of hockey has changed.Enjoy!
2023-01-1427 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #2 - Tom MeakesOur hosts catch up with Tom Meakes. Known as Teakes to most, he wore many hats for the organization. Not just an equipment manager, he was a masseuse, mechanic, dental assistant, to name a few. He did it all, and was and is an integral pillar of the Nitehawk Community. Enjoy.
2022-11-1812 minHawk TalkHawk Talk Ep #1 - Dwayne BoulianeOur hosts, Simmy, Snaker, and Jonesy catch up with the most dedicated Nitehawk ever. Literally. Dwayne Bouliane won the award five times.
2022-10-0720 min