Shaun Newman Podcast

Leo originally from Dalmeny SK. spent 30 years officiating doing over 3500 games. He also was a ref assignor & at one point was assigning for 12 different Junior & Senior leagues while doing all of Lloydminster Minor Hockey. He was the inaugural President of the Humboldt Broncos, has been inducted into the Alberta Hockey Hall of Fame as well as the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame. 

Undrafted, made his NHL debut in 1983 for the Pittsburgh Penguins. He made a name for himself when he was traded to the Edmonton Oilers and took over the nickname "Gretzky's Bodyguard". Once there he would be a part of two Stanley Cups and the infamous trade that sent Gretzky to the Los Angeles Kings. Such a great dude. This one will not disappoint.

Born & raised in Lloydminster. He played for the Spruce Grove Saints of the AJHL winning back to back championships. He won a World Junior 'A' Gold medal in 2015 and has been with ASU for the past 4 years. 

What a blast to sit down with an absolute legend. I mean Co-host Spittin' Chiclets, on the broadcast team for the Arizona Coyotes & co-creator of Pink Whitney Vodka need I say anymore? Just click, listen & enjoy.

The 2nd time I got the privilege of sitting down with Cory where we went over playing in Toronto, New York, Edmonton, Pittsburgh & Detroit. Cory played in the NHL over a 12 year span were he amassed 659games with 34-97-131 & 684pims. Highlights: - Best coaches are not in the NHL - Playing with the best - Sundin, Yzerman & Crosby - Playing in Edmonton - The media frenzy - Being traded & Free agency

Born and raised in Lloydminster Lance played his juniors with the Red Deer Rebels. He was drafted twice into the NHL once 10th overall by the New Jersey Devils in 1996 and then again 64th overall by the Florida Panthers in 1998 you may be scratching your head as to how that's possible but I promise that is exactly what happened.  Other highlights: - Stanley Cup Finals with the Anaheim Mighty Ducks - Mike Babcock & Iron Mike Keenen - Fighting Owen Nolan & Zdeno Chara - 1st Goal in Madison Square Gardens - Getting chirped by Mario

Dewberry's own Kurt Bensmiller was in the studio today. Known for his accolades while driving chuckwagons (4x World Champ) his hockey resume is no less impressive. He played his Junior A with the North Battleford Northstars, a cup of coffee out in Quebec's fighting league,  he helped guide Dewberry Mustangs to 7 straight SaskAlta titles & won an Allan Cup with the Bentley Generals. We also discussed competing against his father Buddy in the Calgary stampede and being in a sport where you can compete until the age of 65.

Throwback to the days past when you went to a game expecting to see a fight or two and Kent was usually one with his mitts off. We discussed the changes in the game and the current perspective on the old days. Highlights: - Stepping into the SJHL (North Battleford) - WHL and heavyweights - Mike Babcock (Coach of the Moose Jaw Warriors) - Lloydminster Border Kings Allan Cup 2007

On todays episode I sat down with Chris King the current coach of the Women's Rustlers Basketball program.  We discuss: - Coaching (a calling from a young age) - Coaching males vs females - Bill Peters resignation & what this means in the coaching world - Gold Ticket Sports 

Sat down with the founder of IHD Kyle Tapp. Chances are if you have played top tier hockey in Lloydminster or even Alberta you have been on the ice with Kyle Tapp. He has a unique perspective when developing players and tactics used to defeat the next opponent.  Highlights: - Bag skates after wins - Thoughts on Mike Babcock being relieved of duties - Teaching the why & new age players - Habits good & bad - What you do in the dark shows up in the light

MMA fighter Andrew Mavridis joined me in studio to discuss his upcoming Pro debut this December. He currently is 7-0-0 which has earned him the title of Amateur Canadian Lightweight Champ. He fights out of Lloydminster's Fight Farm operated by Garrett Tepper. We discuss his journey to this point, training and what the future holds.  Best of luck to him.

Born & raised in Wainwright AB he went from tier 2 Bantam to playing in the WHL. He earned his keep as someone willing to drop the mitts and found his way to Calgary Flames & Edmonton Oilers tryouts and spent time in the AHL & ECHL.  He now coaches and trains the up and comers of the next generation and has a unique insight to share.

Born in 1931, Vic grew up on a farm near Lavoy, Alberta. He graduated from U of A with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and would move to Lloydminster in 1953 where he began his 40 year career with Husky Energy. We discuss the Oil Industry, his endless volunteering where he has been awarded countless medals for his service to the City, Province & Country. Oh and did I mention it was his 64th wedding anniversary... yeah that too. He's quite the guy.

Wade Redden: WHL rookie of the year 2 trips to the Memorial Cup with Brandon Wheat Kings 2 golds with Canada in the World Juniors Drafted 2nd overall by the New York Islanders 2x NHL All Star Olympian 1000 games in the NHL

Most people at any age don't run long distance. Now put yourself at age 60 and you have Ross who has competed in 13 Ironman's, has qualified for the world ironman race in Hawaii and to top it off he has his eyes set on running a 100 mile race. Just let that sink in.  Enjoy.  

Tyler Weiman backstopped the Lacombe Generals to the 2019 Allan Cup, but before this he was drafted by the Colorado Avalanche 164th overall in the 2002 NHL entry draft. He played his WHL hockey for the Tri-City Americans and has 14 years as a pro. We get into this and more on this episode. 

The brothers back together again talking MLB Playoffs, NHL, Oilers, Maple Leafs, Patty Marleau & predictions 

Dave has a pretty unique story. He goes from walking onto the Lloydminster Junior 'A' Bobcats, going undrafted and finally traded out west to the BCHL. For most this would be the end of the road, instead he becomes a top 6 scorer in the league followed by signing with the Ottawa Senators. 

What a blast to sit across from one of radios best Reid Wilkins. He currently works for 630 CHED in Edmonton where he hosts Inside Sports and does the Edmonton Oilers post game shows.  We discussed his journey which included a stint at Blockbuster & working the sports scene in Lloydminster.  This is a must listen.

Deion is the only guy I can think of that loves reffing… and is under 30... I mean seriously reffing is not job #1 for most kids graduating school. In this episode we find out what the life of ref is like, what drove Deion to push through some of the BS, the crazy hockey parents in the stands and where his career is heading.