The Neutral Zone: Recent Episodes
Brock Richardson
Brock Richardson and his panel of sports experts engage in a lively round-table discussion about Parasports and professional sports news and newsmakers.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are pleased to be joined by Canadian wheelchair racer and Paralympic medallist Austin Smeenk. Austin will stop by to talk about his wonderful national and international career! Also, with the success of the Commonwealth Games being a combined event of able-bodied athletes and para athletes, does this event lend itself to future combined major events? The panel will discuss this and also the question, is the pressure of sports self-inflicted or out of our control entirely?
Coming up on this episode of the program I recently got to chat with the Canadian women’s wheelchair basketball head coach Joey Johnston; he tells us about building his team towards world championships in September in Ottawa Ontario! The panel will break down the interview and talk about the importance of consistency and continuity behind any national team bench. Plus, the panel will discuss the dreadful and god-awful Toronto Blue Jays and what to do next!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we will be introducing you to a sport we have not chatted about in the past: para bobsleigh. Cynthia Appiah, a para sport advocate, will be along to chat about the sport and uncover some things that you may or may not know about the sport as it relates to the Paralympics. The panel will break down the interview and bring you up to speed on the latest mainstream sports!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we will be joined by multi-para sport athlete Martha Gustafson. Martha will join us to talk about her wonderful career. Plus, we discuss a tragic accident involving a Paralympic athlete from the United Arab Emirates, Abdullah Hayayei, and how everything could have been avoided.
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, we will hear from Jill Hopkins, who had the opportunity to be a commentator for wheelchair curling at the 2026 Paralympic Games in Milan Cortina. Plus, Blue Jays play-by-play man Dan Shulman talks about the season thus far and gives us some hope for the Blue Jays future this season.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, Brock recently had an opportunity to sit down with Canadian Paralympic Committee CEO Karen O’Neill to talk about the state of the Paralympics coming off of Milano Cortina 2026. Plus, the panel will talk about the latest in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we will be joined by USA para ice hockey player Monica Quimby. Monica will join us to discuss her recent appearance at the development camp in Mexico. Plus, after over seven decades, Hockey Night in Canada will no longer be broadcasted on the CBC. The panel will discuss this and we will also talk about mainstream sports including the FIFA World Cup.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are thrilled to be joined by longtime Canadian wheelchair basketball official, and Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Hall of Famer Dean MacKinnon. Dean will join us today to talk about his long career in the sport and his well-deserved Hall of Fame honour! Plus, the panel will discuss how athletes and coaches have an obligation to speak to the media
Coming up on this episode of the neutral zone, we are excited to be joined by an advocate in the para-sports community and, to be honest with you one of the nicest people in the world, Nicco Cardarelli. He’s here today to talk to us a little bit about the Canadian Blind Hockey Championship and the recent announcement that he will be involved in the 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcast. Plus, the panel will explore the topic of being under pressure as an athlete when the expectation is that you win! We will also talk about some mainstream sports.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are joined by CBC reporter and friend of the show Devin Heroux. Devin stops by to talk about the biggest storylines in the Paralympic community, including will the winter Paralympic games remain in March! Plus, we will bring you up to speed on the mainstream sports world.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, Josh recently got an opportunity to speak with host of the Sickboy podcast Jeremie Saunders. They talk all things Sickboy and how sports impacted Jeremie’s life as a person living with Cystic Fibrosis. Plus, CBC reporter, and friend of this show, Devin Heroux received the first time ever Wheelchair Curling Leadership Award. The panel explores what he means to the para sport community!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the panel chats about the idea of transitioning from one para sport to another. Plus, the federal government announces a significant funding increase for Olympic and Paralympic athletes, something we haven’t seen in over 20 years. panel will discuss the impact of this for amateur Olympic and Paralympic athletes.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we have the pleasure of being joined by Collinda Joseph. She is a Canadian wheelchair curler and recent gold medallist at the 2026 Paralympic Games. Plus, the Toronto Maple Leafs have made big news this week, the panel will break it all down!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone we are pleased to be joined by Paralympic Nordic skier Natalie Wilkie, who was able to add four medals to her Paralympic resume at the recent Paralympic Games. Plus, it was recently volunteer week. The panel will discuss the importance of volunteers within the sports world.
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Coming up on this week’s episode of The Neutral Zone, the Canadian Women’s Para-Ice Hockey team had a three-game series. The panel will break the results down from the series but also talk about the state of women’s para-ice hockey now and moving forward. Plus, in light of our interview last week with Liberal MP Rob Oliphant, the panel will chat about the interview and also talk about the state of funding here in Canada for Olympic and Paralympic athletes!
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Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, the panel will discuss high-performance sport, mental health and how the two things can sometimes intersect both positively and negatively. Brock recently met Liberal MP for Don Valley West in Toronto, Ontario, the Honourable. Robert Oliphant at the 2026 Media Producers Association Held in Ottawa, ON and he joined the program for an interesting discussion.
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Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are thrilled to be joined by the host of AMI‘s newest television series called History in 60. Our guest, John Loeppky, explores the key moments in history in regards to individuals with disabilities. Plus, the International Olympic Committee has made a controversial decision as it relates to women and Olympic sports we will explore that topic.
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Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone: we are excited and thrilled to be joined by friend of the show, and public address announcer for McMaster University and the Toronto Argonauts, Adam Gosse. According to CBC, 10 million Canadians tuned into the Paralympic Games. What does all of that mean? The panel will debate! Plus, we discuss some mainstream topics like the Toronto the Maple Leafs. I’ve got a lot of questions how many answers though will see!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the Paralympics are now over and we will give you a full and complete wrap on the Games from a Canadian perspective. We will also find out how our very own Claire Buchanan enjoyed her experience being a part of the 2026 Paralympic Games coverage! Plus, should we be concerned about the future of the Olympics and Paralympic Games? The panel will discuss.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the Paralympics are off and running. The panel will give you their early impressions of the games. Plus, we are excited to be joined by broadcaster Daniella Ponticelli who, for the first time in her career, had the opportunity to broadcast the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Daniella will tell us all about that and her career as a whole.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are joined by our dear friend, CBC Sports reporter Devin Heroux. Devin will be along to put a wrap on the 2026 Olympics and preview the Paralympics which begin on Friday, March 6! Plus, the panel will debate how Russia and Belarus being reinstated at the Paralympic level will impact the games!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are pleased to be joined by para sports advocate Emma Sachs. Emma is here today to tell us about the recent University National Championship held in Toronto Ontario. Plus, the Olympics have ended. We will do a debrief and talk about what defines success for Canada at the Olympic level.
Coming up on this addition of The Neutral Zone in light of Alpine skier Lindsey Vonn tearing her ACL in January is still committed to competing at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, the panel will discuss this idea of risking an athlete’s future to represent your country at the Olympics and Paralympics. Plus, are Olympic and Paralympic games becoming too expensive to host?
Coming up on the show today, we are joined by Lisa Myers, a consultant for wheelchair tennis at Tennis Canada. She will be along to talk to us about a six-part webinar series called Women’s Disability Sport. Plus, the panel discusses mental health in sports and rumours and how they negatively intertwine.
Coming up on the show today, the panel will discuss the upcoming six part webinar series called Women’s Disability Sport. Plus, we will catch you up on mainstream sports news and notes
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, the panel will discuss the idea of does popularity of a given para sport diminish the accomplishment of making it to the Paralympic Games? Also, how much can one sponsorship impact the Paralympic movement? Lots of questions on today’s episode. Are you ready for answers?
Coming up on this edition of the program, Brock recently had the opportunity to chat with Mac Marcoux, honorary captain of the Canadian Paralympic team for Milano 2026. The panel will discuss the interview and we will break down the 2026 Canadian Olympic men’s hockey team roster.
Coming up on today’s episode of The Neutral Zone, Brock had the opportunity to speak with Karen O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Paralympic Committee. Karen tells us about preparations for Milano Cortina 2026. The panel will discuss the interview and give their reaction to a statement by Canadian swimmer Penny Oleksiak, who broke her silence in a one-on-one interview with Devin Héroux of CBC Sports.
Coming up on today’s show, we will hear from Canadian Boccia athlete Iulian Ciobanu. He’s here today to tell us about his 2025 international success and looking ahead to 2026! Plus, the Para Hockey Cup has concluded. We will break it all down for you.
Coming up on today’s episode: Canadian swimmer Penny Oleksiak receives a two-year ban from competitive swimming because she failed three whereabouts check-ins. Plus, from last week’s interview with Carter Plumb, the panel will discuss the maturity level of a 16-year-old putting academics as a priority before sporting goals and achievements.
Coming up on today’s program, Brock had the pleasure of sitting down with Canadian Junior Boccia player Carter Plumb and his mom, Jennifer Knight. They recently participated in the Youth Para Pan-American Games where they finished fourth. Plus, we will catch you up on mainstream sports
Coming up on today’s episode, Brock sat down with Paralympic para ice hockey player, and now a member of the Canadian Paralympic Hall of Fame, Todd Nicholson. Todd tells us all about his career and what it’s like being a Hall of Famer. Plus, the panel will discuss what makes for a good captain in sports!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the youth Para Pan American Games have wrapped up and we are going to give you the medal count and talk about why these types of games are so important for the upcoming generation of athletes. Plus, we bring you up to speed on the very latest in mainstream sports!
Coming up on this episode of the neutral zone we are excited to be joined by Canadian blind soccer player and host of AMI audios newest show reflections Ramya Amuthan, she’s here today to tell us about Canada’s appearance at the 2025 blind soccer women’s World Cup recently held in India! Plus, the World Series is over and we are here to tell you all about the end result!
Coming up on this week’s episode we are pleased to be joined by Travis Murao, Canadian wheelchair rugby player, who has also taken on a role with Ontario Para Network’s wheelchair rugby team as their Technical Coordinator. Plus, the Toronto Blue Jays have made the World Series for the first time in 32 years and we will break it all down!
Coming up on today’s episode of The Neutral Zone, we discuss what constitutes a successful Presidency at the Paralympic level now that Andrew Parsons has been re-elected for a third term. Plus, we discuss the Toronto Blue Jays!
Coming up on this week’s show, Dave Brown, host of AMI TV’s show Game Changers, stops by to discuss season one of the show and previews the second season. He will also give his hot take on mainstream sports! We will be joined later by friend of the show Ari Shapiro. Ari will talk with us about all things Blue Jays!
Coming up on today’s episode of The Neutral Zone, we are pleased to be joined by women’s wheelchair rugby athlete Ashlie Drake. Ashlie stops by to give us her thoughts on the Women’s National Development Team making history! Plus, the MLB playoffs are upon us how will the Blue Jays fair this year!
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone we are pleased to be joined by Canadian Women’s Para Ice Hockey assistant coach Derek . Derek will tell us about his experience at the inaugural Women’s World Championship. He will also react to Greg Westlake’s decision to return to the game of para ice hockey. Plus, what does it mean for athletes to receive awards for their accomplishments and or an award named after somebody? The panel will explore that topic.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are thrilled to be joined by para ice hockey player Greg Westlake. Greg recently came out of retirement to participate in his sixth Paralympic Games. The panel will discuss the interview and continue the discussion of Greg’s impact on this team!
Coming up on today’s episode of the neutral zone the panel is going to discuss the pressure athletes put on themselves and how that pressure can sometimes overshadow really good results. There is also some big news in the para ice hockey world. Plus, we will keep you up to speed on mainstream sports!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone we will be joined by Ontario Para Network’s Executive Director Doug Hannum. Doug joins us today to discuss the first Para Tough Mudder. Plus, we will talk about the Toronto Blue Jays and the news that Toronto Raptors executive Bobby Webster was been elevated in the organization!
Coming up on this edition of the program, we are pleased and excited to be joined by Deanna Garrity. Deanna is here today to talk to us about the recently established North American Women’s Sledge Hockey League. She is also here to promote an upcoming tournament in 2026! Plus, is it time to move towards a mercy rule in major league baseball? The panel will discuss!
Coming up on today’s show, we release part two of Brock’s interview with former Boccia Canada physiotherapist Lisa Minton-Corbeil. In part two of the interview Lisa talks about her decision behind stepping down from the program and some of her favourite places she has travelled and memories. Plus, the panel will chat about the importance of having a team in your close circle when you’re involved in para sports!
Coming up on today’s program, Brock recently had the opportunity to interview long time national team physiotherapist for Boccia Lisa Minten-Corbeil. Lisa recently decided to step down from her position and they talked about her career and decision to step away from the program. Plus, golfer Scottie Scheffler recently made some waves uttering the phrase “what’s the point” during an interview ahead of golf’s Open Championship at Royal Portrush. The panel examines that in the second half of the program!
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, we will be joined by Emma Sachs. Emma has been involved in swimming in Canada for over a decade. Emma has a passion for telling the stories of the athletes who are up-and-coming in the sport. She also sees a huge gap when it comes to para swimming and it is her goal to close that gap. Plus the panel explores the idea if we were executives of a baseball team would we go all in regardless of our future?
Coming up on today’s show, we are excited to be joined by long time Canadian National Para Ice Hockey Team player Adam Dixon. Adam now holds the record for most games played with the national team, which now sits at over 252 games. We will also talk about the team’s preparation for the 2026 Paralympic games. In the mainstream sports part of the show we will bring you up to speed on some shocking news in the NBA.
Coming up on this the edition of The Neutral Zone, we have the pleasure of being joined by one of AMI’s live show hosts, Kelly McDonald. Kelly is here today to talk about some changes at AMI, including his program Kelly & Co., which is coming to an end after nearly 9 years. He will also stick around and join the panel to talk some mainstream sports, which may include the NBA and NHL.
Coming up on today’s program, Brock had the pleasure of sitting down with Humboldt Broncos hockey player and bus crash survivor Ryan Straschnitzki. Ryan talks about his journey in parasports and his six part documentary called We Were Broncos, available on AMI TV and AMI Plus. The panel will also discuss the NHL Stanley Cup final.
Coming up on today’s edition of The Neutral Zone, Brock and Cameron recently got an opportunity to sit down with Wheelchair Rugby Canada’s former athlete, now turned head coach, Trevor Hirschfield. Plus, the Stanley Cup Final is set. For the second straight season the Edmonton Oilers will take on the Florida Panthers, and we will catch you up on the latest happenings in the mainstream sports world.
Coming up on today’s show, Brock recently had the opportunity to speak with para ice hockey official Kevin Webinger. Kevin is currently at the 2025 Para Ice Hockey World Championships held in Buffalo, NY. Also, there was an unfortunate incident that took place in the para sports community. The panel will discuss and we will give you the very latest in the mainstream sports world!
Coming up on today’s show, Josh and I recently sat down with Tiffany Gaudette. Tiffany has recently been named to the Canadian Boccia team coaching staff and she discusses her journey to get to this point in her career and what the future holds as well. We also discussed the importance of rest and recovery, specifically in para sports. The panel will weigh in with their thoughts!
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, we are pleased to be joined by Canadian Junior Boccia athlete, and rising star, Andrew Woodrow. Andrew recently won a gold and a bronze medal at the Junior World Championships in Columbia. The panel will also discuss the benefits of Junior World Championships and how that can prepare athletes for the rest of their career.
Coming up on this edition of the neutral zone, the panel explores the idea of what it would be like if they had a former teammate become their coach what would the dynamics be? Plus, the panel will discuss a pretty impressive milestone for a Canadian para ice hockey referee.
Coming up on today’s show, we are pleased to be joined by Canadian blind hockey player Simon Richard. Simon will tell us about a recent three-game series with the United States. Plus the NHL playoffs continue on and we give you an update from a Canadian team perspective!
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, Patrick Anderson, six-time Paralympic athlete in the sport of wheelchair basketball, has decided to retire and call it a career. He will join us to discuss his decision-making process. Plus, the panel talks about what his legacy will be and bring you up to speed on the mainstream sports world!
Coming up on today’s edition of the Neutral Zone, we are thrilled to be joined by the Ontario men’s wheelchair basketball team provincial coach, Jesse McNalley! Plus, the panel will discuss the difference between winning with a league team and a provincial or national team. Plus the NHL and Rogers strike another 12 year deal worth $11billion. The panel will break it all down for you.
Coming up on today’s edition of the program, TSN’s James Duthie stops by the program to talk about his career and also gives us his opinion on the state of sports media in Canada! Plus, the panel breaks down some of the biggest mainstream sports stories over the past week.
Coming up on today’s edition of The Neutral Zone, Brock recently spoke with Kathy Ludwig. She is the head coach of the Ontario junior wheelchair basketball team. Her team is gearing up for a regional tournament. We hear all about that and all the preparation going into the next Canada games. Plus, the Norwegian Ski Jumping Federation and some of its athletes are in some trouble. The panel will explain.
Coming up on this week’s episode we speak with women’s sitting volleyball player Danielle Ellis. Danielle recently announced her retirement from the sport and we’re going to talk to her about that. Plus, our very own Claire Buchanan also announced her retirement from international women’s para ice hockey competition. The panel will discuss the ebbs and flows as it relates to making the decision to retire.
Coming up on today’s episode we will be joined by Ontario women’s wheelchair basketball head coach Dylan Carter. Dylan joins us to discuss how his team was formed and the expectations he has for the 2025 National Championships being held in Durham! Plus, let’s chat about the Toronto Maple Leafs and what the real expectations are as we had down the final stretch.
Coming up on today’s episode Olympic and Paralympic athletes can now opt to have OLY and PLY as part of their signature the panel discusses the importance of that choice. Plus we will chat about the NHL’s trade deadline.
Coming up on today’s episode, Brock speaks to Tyson Gunter, an American para track and field athlete. He stops by to tell us about his career and journey as an American Paralympic athlete. Plus, we will share our thoughts on Vladimir Guerrero junior and the Toronto Blue Jays as well as our opinions on some recent comments by Canadian Senior Men’s National Soccer Coach Jesse Marsch, saying President Trump should “layoff the 51st state ridiculous rhetoric”.
Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we are pleased to be joined by the host of the pre-and post game shows for the Four Nations face-off on SiriusXM, Scott Laughlin. Plus, we are going to heap some praise on Canadian men’s para ice hockey as they recently took on the United States as part of a showcase of the sport combined with the four Nations face-off. The panel discusses whether the great one disappointed nation!
Coming up on today’s show, when athletes make mistakes on the big stage, is it necessary for them to apologize to an angry fan base? The panel will discusses this. Plus, the Canadian Wheelchair Basketball women’s program had a next generation tournament, the Osaka Cup. We discuss the results and what this type of tournament does for development of the program.
Coming up on today’s show, I recently got to sit down with Canadian national Boccia player Liza Puri. We discussed her recent success in the sport and that she has been named to the 2025 Canadian National Team. We also discuss this year’s Super Bowl and the upcoming four Nations cup!
Coming up on today’s show, Brock recently had the opportunity to sit down with the CEO of the Canadian Paralympic Committee, Karen O’Neill, to talk about her experience at the 2024 Paralympic games. Plus, with the Super Bowl under a week away, we’re going to be previewing the big game and continuing with our annual tradition of giving you our choice for our favourite prop bets.
Coming up on today’s show, we are excited to be joined by Canadian men’s para ice hockey player and Team Ontario assistant coach Adam Dixon. Adam is going to share with us his experience as a coach and as a Paralympic athlete. Plus, the NFL playoffs continue so we will tell you all about it and preview the Super Bowl!
Coming up on today’s show, we discuss a few things surrounding the Canadian Paralympic Committee, including their long-term partnership with the CBC and the Paris medals apparently losing their shine. Plus, the NFL playoffs continue to roll-on. We will discuss all the action!
Coming up on today’s program we are joined by Boccia athlete Lance Cryderman. Lance recently won the 2025 National Boccia Championships Held in Ottawa, ON. We also talk about the interview we had with Katie Mitchell last week and about opening weekend of the NFL playoffs.
Coming up on today’s show, we are excited to be joined by Katie Mitchell. Katie is a registered physiotherapist, certified athletic therapist and lead therapist for the Canadian Women’s Para Ice Hockey program. Plus, we are going to talk about changes to the media landscape and put a wrap on the 2025 World Junior Hockey Championship!
Coming up on this edition of The Neutral Zone, Brock spoke with Co-Chef de Mission Karolina Wisniewska about her experience at the Paralympic Games. The panel will also bring you up to speed on the latest at the World Junior Hockey Championships, and, when athletes win awards, does that mean more or less to them than medals? We discuss!
Coming up on today’s show, we speak with journalism student Kristian Cuaresma, from Toronto Metropolitan University, who happens to have an interest in para sports. Plus, there could be major changes in the sports landscape the panel will discuss!
Coming up on today’s show we are joined by friend of the show, and host of the Whiskey and Cream podcast, Ari Shapiro. We’ll talk to Ari about all things baseball! Recently it was International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The panel will talk about where we are today on the landscape of para sports.
Coming up on today’s show, we speak with Boccia athlete Joshua Gauthier, who is coming off of an individual gold-medal performance at the national championships, recently held in Ottawa! Plus the panel explores the idea of what it means to be successful as an athlete particularly at a young age.
oming up on today’s show, we speak with Canadian women’s goalball player Whitney Bogart who recently decided to retire after four Paralympic games. We will find out her thoughts and process behind making her decision. Plus, we will round up the latest in mainstream sports. Okay
Coming up on today’s show we speak with Josh Vander Vies, a Co-Chef De Mission at the 2024 Paris Paralympic games! Plus we debrief the 2024 Grey cup between Winnipeg and Toronto!
Coming up on today’s show, we are going to put our friend and cohost Claire Buchanan in the interview seat were going to talk all things surrounding her trip to Norway with the women’s para ice hockey team and find out what’s going on with on para. Plus I’m going oppose a question about the women’s rivalry series and its importance within the landscape of women’s hockey in North America.
Coming up on today’s program, we are excited to be joined by Brianna Hennessy, Paralympic silver medallist in canoe/kayak. She will tell us all about her experience in Paris. Plus, we ask the question “how vital are coaches in the para sports world?” The panel discusses that topic!
Coming up on today’s show, in honour of Halloween coming up, we’re going to discuss travel horror stories as para-athletes and how we grow from those experiences. Plus, we touch on a few things in the mainstream sports world.
Coming up on today’s show, we are thrilled to be joined by multi-Paralympic athlete and medallist Greg Westlake. Greg will discuss his role with the 2024-2025 men’s para ice hockey program. In the second half of the program, we ask “Why is it necessary and important for organizations to have a board of directors and why should you be a part of it?” The panel will discuss!
Coming up on today’s show, we speak with Tiffany Gaudette about her involvement in Boccia as she gets ready to take Team Ontario to the national championships in November. Plus, how critical is confidence sports? The panel discusses!
Coming up up on this week’s show, we debrief on the fantastic interview with Devin Heroux from last week’s show. One thought in particular that we are going to focus on is this idea that athletes don’t get much of a break once the Olympics and Paralympics are over. Plus, the panel chats about legendary baseball player Pete Rose should he be in the Hall of Fame? The panel discusses!
Coming up on today’s show, we are pleased to be joined by friend of the show and award-winning reporter Devin Heroux. We put a wrap on the Paralympic Games and discuss what’s next for Devin. Plus Vince Carter’s number 15 gets raised to the rafters for the Toronto Raptors is it deserving?
Coming up on today’s episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Ontario Para Network’s Executive Director Doug Hannum and Nina all about the creation of their mascot Felix, and what impact Felix will have on the organization. Plus the panel discusses funding and its importance to help para-sports in Ontario and Canada wide.
Coming up on today’s show, the 2024 Paris Paralympics made some history and we discussed its impact. The Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered yet another concussion in a recent game, the panel discusses concussions sports.
Coming up on today’s show we release our final Canadian Paralympic Summit interview. Today we hear from wheelchair rugby athlete Patrice Dagenais. Plus we wrap up the 2024 Paralympic games.
Coming up on today’s show we release our second to last Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. This time we hear from swimmer Nicholas Bennett. Plus, we give you the latest on the 2024 Paralympic Games.
We are pleased to be joined by CBC reporter Devin Heroux, who will give us a preview of the 2024 Paralympic games. There has certainly been a lot made of the cardboard beds in the Olympic and Paralympic Village but has accessibility been taken into account? The panel will explore that topic
Coming up on today’s show, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. This time we speak with Priscilla Gagné, a para-judo competitor. Plus, we will discuss the pressure that is associated with attending the Paralympic Games, but how does that filter down into smaller competitions?
Coming up on today’s show, we are excited to be joined by a friend of the show, Canadian para-canoe athlete Brianna Hennessy, who recently qualified for the 2024 Paralympic games in Paris. Plus we put a wrap on the 2024 Olympic Games.
Coming up on today’s show, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. This time we hear from Para-cyclist Alex Hayward who recently qualified for Paris 2024. Plus, we update you on the Olympic Games.
Coming up on today’s show, we are pleased to release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. Today we speak with Para Athletics long jump athlete Noah Vucsics who was recently named to represent Canada in Paris. The Olympics are underway in Paris. We give you an update plus talk about some of the drama that has ensued with Canada Soccer and the Canadian Women’s National Team.
Coming up on today’s show, the road to Paris 2024 is becoming even more clear. Recently, the Canadian boccia team has been announced. Lance Cryderman will join us to discuss his final preparations headed to Paris. Plus, the panel will discuss the importance of visualization and sports.
Coming up on today’s show, 40 year veteran broadcaster Scott Russell joins us. We talk about his lengthy career and get his views on the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Coming up on today’s show we are joined once again by Devin Heroux of the CBC. Devin will be stopping by to give us the latest on the Olympics and Paralympics as they creep closer and closer by the day. The panel shares stories about Devin and we preview our final visit from CBC’s Scott Russell next week!
Coming up on today’s show, it’s Canada Day and, because of that, we are going to explore some of the great and exciting moments that have taken place in Canadian sports history. We also recap game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Coming up on today’s show, we talk about a few of the nuts and bolts that have occurred in both para and pro sports. We explore the question of what role the media plays, positively or negatively, when a team wins or loses a championship.
Coming up on today’s show, we have another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. Today we speak with cyclist Nathan Clement. The Canadian para-women’s ice hockey program is a part of the all in project and we give you more details about that. We also talk more in-depth about one of our headlines surrounding college basketball.
Coming up on today’s show, we release another one of our Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interviews. Today we speak with wheelchair rugby player Patrice Dagenais. In the second half of the program the panel explores the question: “How important are tuneup events prior to the Olympics and Paralympics?”
Coming up on today’s show, we are thrilled to be joined by the public address announcer for the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts, Adam Gosse. Plus, the panel explores the topic of why it’s so challenging to access parasports events and information.
Coming up on today’s show, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. Today we hear from Canadian Paralympic swimmer Aurelie Rivard. She recently qualified for the 2024 Paralympic Games. Plus Toronto will have a WNBA franchise but it’s not without some controversy. We will explain later on.
Coming up on today’s show, we recently got an opportunity to interview Canadian women’s wheelchair basketball star Arinn Young about her team’s recent qualification for the 2024 Paris Paralympic games. Plus we found out some sad news from Canadian media.
Coming up on today’s episode, the panel reacts to the end result of the 2024 World Para Ice Hockey Championships that were recently held in Calgary Alberta. Plus, the Toronto Maple Leafs held their season-ending press conference . We react to that as well and talk about what is next. All that and more coming up on the show.
Coming up on today’s show, the panel discusses the idea of managing expectations in life and how it correlates to sports. This conversation is inspired by an episode of the podcast Sheena Interrupted. Plus, the NHL playoffs are in full swing. We give you an update.
Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by CBC’s Jack of all trades, and master of all of them, Devin Heroux. We will run the gamut with him through the world of sports. In the second part of the program, We share our thoughts about the passing of legendary broadcaster Bob Cole and Brock will ask the panel this question: “should there be a rule change in Major League Baseball regarding rain delays?
Coming up on this week’s show, Brock was recently at the 2024 Paralympic Summit where he had the opportunity to interview eight para-athletes from various different sports. Today we unveil one of those interviews. The NHL playoffs are underway. The panel will give you a preview and provide our early reactions to some of the series.I’m joined by Josh Watson and Claire Buchanan here come your headlines.
Coming up on today’s episode we are joined by writer and former para-athlete Ryan Milford who recently penned an article called Matthew’s goes for 70 for the publication called off balance. In the second half of the program, we will discuss more news that has come out in major league baseball and betting. We also discuss an interesting announcement made by athletics Canada.
Coming up on today’s show, we are rejoined by founder and Executive Director of Flex for Access Jes Silver to tell us about an upcoming webinar she is hosting in the second half of the program were going to be talking about how to deal with pressure as most para-athletes are in the stretch drive towards Paris 2024
Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by Scott Godfrey, Director/Founder of Lacrossing Barriers. Plus, we explore the idea of advantages, disadvantages and superstitions in sports on the second half of the program.
Coming up on today’s addition of The Neutral Zone we speak with on para’s ambassador Elliott Williamson as he tells us about his role of being the onpara ambassador. Plus, there seems to be some gambling occurring in major league baseball it’s not what you think, we talk about it later on.
Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by Jessie Silver, the founder of Flex for Access and a recent sponsor if this program and Ontario Para Network.
In the second part of our show we discuss some significant news in the world of curling as it pertains to Briane Harris of Team Einarson. We’ll break it all down for you.
Coming up on today’s show, Brock sits down with the Vice President of the Canadian Council of the Blind, London Chapter, Mark Walker, to talk about all things blind curling. In the remaining half of the show we ask the question “is the NHL trade deadline day still relevant?” and we preview the upcoming curling Women’s World Championships.
Coming up on today’s show, we are joined by Ontario Para Network’s Executive Director Doug Hannum as we talk about all things OnPara. We also talk about this idea of dedication when it comes to para-athletes and coaches and a little bit about the 2024 Montana’s Brier.
Coming up on today’s program we speak with Shawn Lucas, the defensive coach for the Canadian Women’s Para-Ice Hockey program. We also give our final reflections on the 2024 Scotties Tournament of Hearts and talk a little NHL hockey.
Coming up on today’s episode, Brock recently had the opportunity to chat with Canadian para-soccer player T about his experience at the 2024 Para-Pan Am Games. We also discuss what to expect from the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, beginning in Calgary, Alberta on February 16,2024.
Coming up on today’s show, we speak with Ari Shapiro to discuss all things Toronto Blue Jays. Also, as another NFL season wraps up, we recap the Super Bowl and then discuss the idea of what it’s like to be in athlete and a teammate.
Coming up on today’s show, Brock sits down with Boccia athlete Lance Cryderman to talk about his experience at the 2023 Para Pan American Games. We also pay respects to his mother, who recently passed away unexpectedly. Plus, we reflect on the All-Star break in the NHL.
Coming up on today’s show we chat about the announcement made on CBC earlier this week that Paralympic athletes will be receiving funding when they win medals. The panel gives us their thoughts on what that means for the para-sport community. Plus we chat about the AFC and NFC championship games in the NFL playoffs.
Coming up on today’s program, there was a significant change at the head coach position for the senior women’s wheelchair basketball national program, the panel discusses the fallout from that. F38 discus thrower Renee Foessel stops by to talk about her experience at the Para Pan-American Games and the road to Paris. We also debrief the divisional round in the NFL playoffs.
Coming up on today’s program, we have our first guest of 2024. WheelchIr basketball player and Paralympian Tamara Steeves joins us to talk about her experience at the 2023 Para-Pan American games, plus we talk about a Toronto Raptor getting fined and maybe a little NFL too.
Coming up on today’s program, we continue our series on the Para-Pan-American games. Here in part two we have a discussion around the idea of equality in sports. In the last part of the program, we take a closer look at Canada’s fifth-place finish at the Workd Junior Hockey Championship and we preview the upcoming NFL playoffs.
On today’s episode, The Neutral Zone makes its return after a 4-month hiatus, sponsored by Ontario Para Network.
Today, we reintroduce ourselves to all of you and then have a discussion about the recent Para Pan Am Games from Santiago, Chile.
We will also discuss the debut of the newly formed Professional Women’s Hockey League and give you our initial thoughts.
In this edition of The Neutral Zone, we present our final interview from the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit. This time, we feature Danielle Doris, a swimmer from Moncton, New Brunswick. In the second half of the program, stay tuned for a very special announcement.
On today's program, we present another interview from the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit by speaking with sitting volleyball athlete Danielle Ellis from White Rock, British Columbia. In the second half of the program, we delve into the discussion of whether the Olympic Games should be reserved solely for amateur athletes.
In this edition of The Neutral Zone, we present another segment from our series of interviews conducted by Brock at the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit in March. This installment features a conversation with retired Para Ice Hockey player, Greg Westlake.
In the second segment of the show, the panel discusses a CBC report on a study indicating that over 400 Canadian youths have experienced both physical and mental assault.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we release another interview from the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit in March. This week, Brock speaks with wheelchair basketball athlete Tara Llanes, a resident of North Vancouver, B.C. Plus we discuss the idea of the media portrayal of athletes in parasports.
On today's show, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview, with Jesse Zesseu, a long jump athlete from Toronto, Ontario. Additionally, we will be discussing Major League Baseball as we approach the last leg of the season!
On this episode, we speak to Jake Beaton about his career in the sport of para powerlifting. What is it, what is training like, what competitions does he have coming up and more.
In the second half of the episode, we bring you another interview conducted by Brock Richardson at the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit in March. This week, Brock speaks with para cyclist Nathan Clement. After the interviews, Claire, Cameron and Josh share their thoughts.
On this episode, we speak to Emma Poynton and her role in helping to grow Para ice hockey in Australia, as well as her work growing women’s Para ice hockey worldwide. We also touch on her work with the International C-Pool Para Ice Hockey tournament in Thailand.
In the second half, we bring you another interview conducted by Brock Richardson at the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit in March where Brock speaks with Nathan Riech, a middle-distance runner. After the interviews, Claire, Cameron and Josh give their thoughts on them.
On today’s episode, we release another interview from the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit back in March with Sitting Volleyball athlete Heidi Peters. In the second half of the show, we discuss the off-season changes for the Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs as well as whether the Denver Nuggets can repeat as NBA Champions next season.
On today’s program, we are joined by Women’s Wheelchair Basketball athlete Tamara Steeves. Tamara and her teammates are just coming off of a 5th-place finish in Dubai at the recent World Championships. We also chat about the idea of respecting and disrespecting parasports when it comes to competitions and not having live feeds.
On today’s show: Our very own Claire Buchanan was recently inducted into the Toronto Sports Hall of Fame, along with wheelchair rugby athlete Shane Smith. They had the honour of being the only two para-athletes to be inducted. We sit down with the pair to chat about their wonderful careers. We also reflect on the interview and discuss everything related to the Toronto Blue Jays.
On today’s program, we release another interview from the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit. Brock sits down with Meghan Mahon, a Canadian goalball athlete from Timmins, Ontario. In the second half of the program, we discuss whether a professional team can run out of gas during a championship run.
On today’s show, we speak with Mike Davies, who works as a reporter for the Peterborough Examiner. We get his feelings on how the Pete’s were so successful this year. The panel weighs in on their thoughts with the interview, plus we chat about the NBA Finals and NHL‘s Stanley Cup Finals.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. This time, we speak with Blaise Mutware, a Canadian wheelchair basketball athlete. Plus, we bring you up to speed on the World Para Ice Hockey Championship. We will also discuss Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Anthony Bass, who recently amplified a homophobic Instagram post. He has since apologized, but is it enough?
In today's edition of The Neutral Zone, we're delighted to welcome Karolina Wisniewska and Josh Vander Vies. They've been honored as Canada's co-chefs de mission for the Santiago 2023 Parapan American Games, as well as the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Josh was once a Boccia player for Canada, while Karolina was a former Paralympic Alpine skier. Additionally, we'll share our insights on the interview and provide you with a few key points from mainstream sports.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we are pleased to be joined by Paralympic athlete Robert Hughes, who is currently the statistician of the Sarnia Sting of the Ontario Hockey League. He stops by to break down his role with the Sarnia Sting and talk about his Paralympic career.
Plus, there have been a lot of interesting games the Toronto Blue Jays have been a part of recently. The panel breaks it all down and weighs in with their thoughts.
In this episode of The Neutral Zone, the hosts discuss various sports events and news. They start with the confirmation of the 2023 NHL draft lottery order, revealing that the Chicago Blackhawks will have the first overall pick, with Connor Bedard from the Regina Pats being the likely choice. They also mention the Para Ice Hockey National Championships happening in Montreal, providing details and encouraging viewers to check the website for updates and live feeds.
The hosts then shift their focus to the recently concluded Goal Ball National Championships in Ottawa, sharing the final results for both the women's and men's sides. They also mention that Wheelchair Basketball Canada and CBC Sports will be streaming coverage of the Ottawa Invitational tournament.
Next, the team features an interview with Breanna Hennessy, a para canoe athlete who won a silver medal at the recent combined conventional and para event in Hungary. The interview took place during the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit in Ottawa.
Moving on, the hosts delve into the NHL playoffs, specifically discussing the suspension of Darnell Nurse from the Edmonton Oilers for fighting in the last minute of a game, which automatically results in a one-game suspension. They mention that similar situations in the regular season had their suspensions rescinded. They also express their opinion that Alex Petro Angelo's suspension for one game on Leon (likely referring to an incident involving Leon Draisaitl) should have been more severe.
Finally, the hosts touch upon the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers if they get eliminated from the playoffs, and they plan to preview the other American series in the NHL playoffs.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, the panel is pleased to be joined by Nico and Patrick Lemma. Nico recently competed at the Défi sportif AlterGo 2023 national competition and they will be stopping by to tell us about their experience and tell us about an international competition they will be competing in this summer!
The panel will also discuss the recent sanctions that have been placed on the Niagara Ice Dogs due to violations of some league policies and untoward activities.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we chat with Canadian Boccia athlete Iulian Ciobanu from Montréal, Québec, the latest in our Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview series.
The panel will also discuss how work, life, and sports balance can impact your everyday life. And, we’ll bring you up to speed on the NHL playoffs from a Canadian team perspective!
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we speak with good friend of the show Tony Walby about his involvement with the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sports and its importance. We will also chat about our experiences with drug testing; good, bad, or indifferent. Plus, we will also bring you up to speed on the NBA and NHL playoffs.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we release another interview done at the Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit. This time we hear from wheelchair rugby player Anthony Létourneau from Boisbriand, Quebec.
We also chat about the Toronto Raptors being eliminated in the play-in tournament by the Chicago Bulls, and preview the upcoming NHL playoffs.
On today’s edition of The Neutral Zone, the panel chats more about Colorado Rockies reliever Daniel Bard and his decision to step away from the game because he is dealing with anxiety. We discuss the differences between nerves and anxiety with our own personal experience and how that translates into the para-sports world.
We also discuss the idea of trash-talking in sports. Is it necessary or should it be removed altogether?
Recently, host Brock Richardson had the opportunity to attend the 2023 Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit. He sat down with 14 athletes and got to learn their stories and how they became involved with the Canadian Paralympic Committee. We are thrilled to present to you the interview with wheelchair rugby player Zak Madell, from Okotoks, AB.
On today’s episode of The Neutral Zone we speak to Jessica Kruger, a wheelchair rugby athlete who had the opportunity to represent Canada at the Women’s Cup where she and Team Canada ultimately came home with a bronze medal.
Plus, we talk some mainstream sports, including the upcoming MLB season and the Toronto Raptors
On this week’s episode of The Neutral Zone, ParaSport TV creator and founder Nicco Cardarelli gives us a preview of the upcoming Canadian Blind Hockey Championships, which are being held in downtown Toronto from March 24-26, 2023.
Plus, Brock and Claire had an opportunity to take in a recent para ice hockey game between Canada and the United States, which was a tuneup series in preparation for the World Championships. Brock provides his observations and the panel weighs in on whether they believe anything should change within Canada’s program!
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we have the real honour and privilege to be joined by Paralympian Ness Murby and his wife, training partner and sports assistant, Eva Fejes. Ness has represented three countries in three different ParaSports: Australia, Japan and Canada in Goalball, Powerlifting and Para Athletics. Ness and Eva joined us to talk about Ness Murby: Transcending, which airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Eastern on AMI-tv.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, the panel is joined by Peter Parsons, Chair of Blind Sports Nova Scotia. He talks about events and happenings within the organization and about why one of the events was changed to the Gold Bowl Tournament.
Plus, Ari Shapiro, host of the Whiskey & Cream podcast, stops by to give us a preview of the Toronto Blue Jays and the MLB season. Find out what grade Ari would give the Blue Jays going into this season.
On today’s episode of The Neutral Zone, Paralympian and former para-ice hockey player Anthony Gale stops by to tell us about his career in para-ice hockey and tells us about his recent switch to wheelchair curling. He also shares his thoughts on why Team Canada has not won a gold medal in para-ice hockey at the Paralympics since 2006 in Torino.
Plus, the panel gives their perspective on whether or not professional athletes have too much say in their organization’s decision-making and what, if anything, needs to be done about it!
The Neutral Zone, the panel is excited to welcome one of the most decorated adaptive crossfit athletes, Jedidiah Snelson. He stopped by to help us learn more about the sport of adaptive crossfit and elaborate on his tremendous career.
We will also be joined by blind hockey player Graham Foxcroft who will be telling us about the Vancouver Eclipse, some of the events they have had recently and ones that are upcoming. He will also give us his perspective on the upcoming Canadian Blind Hockey Championships!
In this week's episode of The Neutral Zone, Devin Heroux, a highly respected figure in the para-sport community, shares the latest updates on the Paralympic games, Arctic Winter Games, and provides insights on curling, including a preview of the upcoming Scotties Tournament of Hearts.
Additionally, we give our take on the Super Bowl featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles and evaluate whether the Toronto Raptors emerged as winners or losers at the recent trade deadline. Tune in for all the latest sports news and analysis.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone, we speak with Paralympian, and New Brunswick Parasports Program Coordinator, Simon Richard. Simon will talk with us about all the great things going on at New Brunswick Parasports, and a bit about his experience at the Paralympics.
Plus, producer Jeff Ryman joins Brock and Josh to discuss the importance of grassroots sports organizations. We will have some Super Bowl talk as well. Who’s going to win and what prop bets have caught our eye ... just for fun.
On this edition of The Neutral Zone: The 2023 Parasport Games are taking place from February 3-5 in Durham, Ontario. Joining us to talk more about the event are James Titmarsh and Don Terry, who are part of the organizing committee.
Plus, Claire Buchanan joins the conversation as we discuss when an athlete’s personal beliefs versus their professional ones should or should not collide.
On today’s episode, we are pleased to be rejoined by judoka athlete Tony Walby, who stops by to talk about his experience as chair of the Canadian Paralympic Committee’s Athletes' Council. He tells us about some of the hot-button issues during his tenure on the council.
Plus, the panel discusses the divisional round in the NFL playoffs and previews the AFC and NFC Championship games.
Join us for an exciting episode featuring Canadian wheelchair basketball legend Patrick Anderson, a five-time Paralympic athlete. Also, learn from Mario Delisle, the newly appointed High-Performance Director at Boccia Canada, as he discusses the differences between managing national championships and international competitions.
On today’s episode, the panel discusses the idea of inclusivity in combining the Paralympics and Olympic Games into one event, and the pros and cons that go along with that.
Then, the panel discusses whether Buffalo Bills safety DeMar Hamlin’s cardiac incident will change their outlook on consuming the game of football.
On today’s episode, we are joined by Great Britain’s female para ice hockey player Stacy Quirk who is one of only four women to represent their country at the recent C tournament event that took place in Bangkok, Thailand
Plus, we are joined by the best junior hockey league analyst in the country, Sam Cosentino, who will join us to talk about the upcoming World Junior Hockry Championships.
On today’s episode, we are pleased to be joined by sitting volleyball player Danielle Ellis. Danielle joins us to talk about her team’s recent success, which saw them get their first-ever silver medal at the world championship level!
Plus, Hockey Canada has recently implemented new protocols for the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championships. We will break it all down for you! Last but not least, we bring you up to speed on the World Cup of soccer!
Today we are joined by Peter Leyser, the Executive Director of Boccia Canada. He talks about the recent national championships and the state of Boccia as a whole. In the second half of the show, we put a wrap on the Para Hockey Cup which was recently held in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.
Canadian National Blind Hockey superstar Jason Yuha stops by to discuss his team’s recent success in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, where they took on, and dominated, the United States. The Toronto Blue Jays have made their first big splash of the off-season. The panel breaks it all down for you. Plus, we put a bow on the 2022 edition of the Grey Cup!
On today’s episode, we speak to Katie Mitchell. Katie is the physiotherapist and athletic therapist for both the Women’s National Para Ice Hockey team and the Team Ontario para ice hockey team. We talk about concussions in sports and how they might affect para-athletes differently.
In addition, we put a wrap on the CFL semifinals and preview the Grey Cup between the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Toronto Argonauts.
This week on #TheNeutralZone on @AMIAudio & YouTube ... The Neutral Zone's very own Claire Buchanan & Joshua Watson were a part of the Cruisers Sports 🏆 they'll recap how the tournament went.
On today’s episode, the panel discusses whether they think there is a need for change, or if Vancouver still has the pieces needed to make a run in the NHL. Plus, we discuss the World Series and the latest happenings in the NFL as the season rolls on.
On this week’s episode, Dean Brokop, the director of the Canadian Paralympic Foundation, fills us in on the foundation and a really unique event called the ParaTough Cup, which visits various cities across Canada!
We also conclude our NHL season preview of Canadian franchises with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Will this be the year? Plus, we chat about Week 7 in the National Football League.
On today’s episode, we are pleased to be joined by Amanda Provan, who made history by becoming the first woman ever to be named to the Canadian National Blind Hockey team.
Also, the NHL season is off and running; the panel breaks down all of the Canadian teams and gives you all the information you need for the season!
Ari Shapiro — journalist, publisher and host of the Whiskey & Cream podcast — drops by to talk everything Toronto Blue Jays and MLB postseason. The panel also discusses shaming in sports, and how they handled those situations in their own lives.
On today’s show, Luca Demontis - Program Director of Canadian Blind Hockey, and Coach & General Manager of the Canadian National Blind Hockey team - stops by to chat about all things Canadian Blind Hockey, and previews the upcoming international event between Canada and the United States.
Plus, Brock, Josh and Claire chat about the interview and give their thoughts on the status of blind hockey in Canada. We also discuss the Toronto Blue Jays as they head into the final stretch towards the playoffs.
On this episode, we’re joined by Canadian women’s para ice hockey program head coach, Tara Chisholm, who talks about her team coming off of a silver medal performance at the first-ever world para ice hockey challenge and co-host Claire Buchanan discusses the impact coaches have had in her athletic career.
Plus, we bring you up to speed on the Toronto Blue Jays as the season slowly winds down. How important is home-field advantage? The panel discusses. And, we fill you in on everything you need to know regarding Week 3 in the NFL!
In honour of coaches week, Brock, Josh and Claire explore the importance of coaches ... and the good the bad and the ugly.
Plus, we break down the Davis Cup tennis tournament and let you in on how Canada fared in the round-robin. The NFL season continues to roll on; we explore games from Week 2. And, as the MLB season begins to wind down, we take a look at where the Toronto Blue Jays sit in the playoff race!
On today’s episode, The Neutral Zone returns with its first video podcast! We are joined by the Canadian Paralympic Committee’s Chief Executive Officer, Karen O’Neill.
The NFL season has begun, and we fill you in on some of the teams we think will be the contenders and pretenders. Plus, the MLB has instituted some new rules that will take effect in 2023; the panel breaks it all down.
On today’s episode Ontario Boccia athlete Jim Davis, coming off of back to back provincial championship gold medals, stops by to chat about the championships and some upcoming sanctioned events he will be a part of. Team Canada is coming off of their fourth title in the last 10 years. The panel puts a wrap on the summer edition of the World Junior Hockey Championships. Plus, with The Neutral Zone switching over to YouTube on September 13, 2022, our new technical producer, Marc Aflalo, joins us and lets the audience in on what they can expect from a video perspective!
Ottawa Ontario’s Brianna Hennessy suffered a road accident which left her paralyzed from the waist down. After a long recovery she found para canoe and kayak. She drops by to tell us about her recent success at the World Championships! The panel will discuss the value of good coaching, surrounding yourself with loved ones and believing in yourself to become a well-rounded athlete. Plus, as the summer World Juniors winds down and comes to a close, we give you everything you need to know as Team Canada heads into the medal rounds.
On today’s episode, female wheelchair basketball player Tara Llanes stops by to tell us about what it was like to win two events in the span of three weeks. Andy Frank, Manager of AMI Audio, joins us with a special announcement regarding the future of The Neutral Zone, he also joins in on a discussion surrounding the World Junior Hockey Championships and Hockey Canada. Plus, tennis star Serena Williams announces she will retire after this year’s U.S. Open. The panel chats about her career and what her legacy will be.
After 11 years of service to the sport of Boccia, César Nicolaï was recently promoted to head coach. He joins us to talk about how his career has evolved to where he is now. The 2022 MLB trade deadline has come and gone. The panel discusses some of the biggest moves around the league and we break down what the Toronto Blue Jays did or didn’t do at the deadline. Plus, cohosts Brock and Cameron recently attended a Toronto Argonauts game and they chat about their experience and the state of the Canadian Football League.
Canadian Boccia athlete Allison Levine is coming off of her third consecutive international medal. She joins us to discuss what has led to that success. We continue our conversation around the hearings that hockey Canada is having surrounding sexual assault charges. The panel debate whether adding more diverse personnel will really solve the deeper issue of these accusations Plus, as we creep ever so close to the trade deadline in the MLB we discuss what the Toronto Blue Jays really need to improve their team at the deadline
Canadian Wheelchair Rugby player Zak Madell drops by to tell us about his team’s recent silver metal success at the 2022 Canada cup in Richmond BC
Hockey Canada and the Canadian Hockey League are under fire after settling a recent sexual assault case from June 2018. Since then they have publicly admitted each player pays $23.80 per season that goes directly into a fund that is specifically designated to settle sexual abuse claims. The panel discusses whether this is good forward thinking or not. Plus, we chat about the biggest free-agent signings to date from the Canadian NHL teams.
2022 para swimmer and now world champion Danielle Dorris joins us to discuss her recent success at the World Championships. The Toronto Blue Jays are struggling right now, but in recent days the team has faced some unexpected adversity with the tragic death of first base coach Mark Budzinski’s daughter Julia. The panel discusses what impact this tragedy may have on their performance. Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser becomes a third woman in NHL history to be promoted to an assistant GM. In other NHL news, Mike Grier was officially named the general manager of the San Jose Sharks. With the hiring, he becomes the first African American GM in the NHL. Brock Claire and Cameron discuss when these decisions go from historic to the norm
On today’s episode, Paralympic wheelchair racer Austin Smeenk joins us to discuss his career and his experience at the Tokyo Paralympic games in 2022 Canada was recently announced as one of the host countries for the 2026 World Cup. Approximately seven games will be played on Canadian soil between the cities of Vancouver and Toronto. There are reports out there that suggest Edmonton was a front runner. Find out why they are no longer involved when Cameron and Josh chat about this. Plus, the guys bring you up to speed on what’s happening in the mainstream sports world!
On today’s episode, Joshua Watson joins us to talk about the Athletics Ontario U20, Open and Para Provincial Championships. Unfortunately, the event was mismanaged and Josh tells us why this shouldn’t happen in the future. We continue our fifth-year anniversary with additional discussions surrounding the show and its proudest moments. Plus, we bring you the final results from this year’s Junior National wheelchair basketball event. We also bring you the latest in the NHL and NBA playoffs.
On today’s episode, The Neutral Zone is celebrating its fifth anniversary! We take a look back at changes to the show, some of our hosts’ favourite moments and some of our favourite guests. The gang will also be joined by one of the originals, Bret Wills and their first technical producer, and summer student, Nick Liske. We put a wrap on the Canada Cup wheelchair rugby tournament and we preview the international wheelchair basketball tournament taking place in Italy.
On this week’s episode, Brock Richardson talks about his experience at a regional Boccia competition and a rule that could drastically change the game for individuals with dexterity deficiencies at recreational and competitive levels. Canadian women’s National team member Claire Buchanan gives us the breakdown of the 2022-23 Canadian team that was recently selected. Plus, the panel brings you up to speed on mainstream sports rapid fire style! They will preview the NBA final, the 2022 Stanley Cup playoffs and the Toronto Blue Jays.
On today’s episode, we give you the results from the 2022 Canadian para ice hockey championships that took place in Leduc Alberta. Our very own Josh Watson fills us in on how he did at the latest track and field event, the Johnny Loaring Classic, in Windsor Ontario. Host Brock Richardson previews his first Boccia event since 2018.
We bring you up to speed on the Stanley Cup playoffs and Colorado’s Nazem Kadri is being ridiculed by “fans” on social media. The panel weighs in on what more can be done to prevent this from happening in the future.
Plus, the Toronto Blue Jays are scuffling at the moment. Is it fair to put the heat squarely on Charlie Montoyo or should be placed somewhere else.
Para sport TV Creator and play-by-play guy Nicco Cardarelli stops by and gives us his impression on the 2022 Parasport Games. Brock and Josh also weigh in with their thoughts on the event both as medal presenter and athlete!
The battle of Alberta is on for the first time since 1991! We will break down the first game and preview the rest of the series.
The Toronto Maple Leafs suffer another first round exit in the 2022 Stanley Cup playoffs but President Brendan Shanahan says everything will be status quo moving forward. The panel debate whether this is the right move or not.
The 42nd addition of the Ontario Para Sport Games are taking place from May 13-15th in Mississauga, Ontario. We give you all the details about this event and check in with and our very own Joshua Watson, who is competing in Para Athletics. The Toronto Blue Jays have been scuffling recently, how much of that is due to their own shortcomings or is it bad umpiring? The panel debates. Plus, as the Stanley Cup playoffs roll on, we get you up to speed on the top stories and the happenings around the league
In another Moral Questions segment, we explore the topic of transgender athletes. We will take an in-depth look at a recent interview with Caitlyn Jenner where she breaks down why she believes transgender females should not compete with males from a biological standpoint. Vancouver GM Jim Rutherford says he will offer head coach Bruce Boudreau one more year behind the bench, but does he deserve more than just one year? Plus, former NFL coach Brian Florez filed a lawsuit against the NFL citing racism. Should this have been handled internally with the NFL?
Paralympic snowboarder Lisa DeJong has only been involved internationally for a year! She joins us to discuss her early success. Can the Toronto Raptors season be considered a success after their loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal? Does Pascal Siakam really deserve to be viewed as part of the core of this team moving forward? As the NHL playoffs are just three days away, we preview the first round match ups for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Calgary Flames, and Edmonton Oilers.
Two-time Paralympic snowboarding medallist Tyler Turner drops by to discuss his experiences at the Beijing Paralympic games and the debut of para-snowboarding. How much of the Toronto Raptors first round playoff struggles can be pinned on the officials? The panel takes an in-depth look at their opening-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers. And, as the NHL season winds down and teams prepare for the playoffs, we discuss who should win the NHL’s most valuable player.
Ari Shapiro, host of the podcast Whiskey and Cream, stops by to preview the upcoming MLB season. Through a generous donation, Sanjay Malaviya, a Canadian healthcare technology entrepreneur, gives $5000 for any Olympic or Paralympic athlete who received a medal at either Tokyo or Beijing. This is the first time that Paralympic athletes will receive any money. For Olympic athletes, this money will be in addition to what they have already received. The panel debates a potential equality issue. As the NHL season winds to a close, we break down which Canadian team has the best opportunity to win the Stanley Cup!
We wrap up the Canadian blind hockey championships and the cruiser sports para ice hockey champions Day that took place over the weekend, where both Claire Buchanan and Josh Watson took home some hardware! Former Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk passed away earlier this week. The panel discusses his legacy and success as an owner. We continue our conversation surrounding the MLB and this season's rule changes.
NHL on Sportsnet analyst Justin Bourne breaks down the 2022 Trade Deadline and discusses the winners and losers from the day. On our segment called Moral Questions we explore the topic of classifications in para sports and how it can discourage athletes from playing sports. Baseball’s back! We break down the collective bargaining agreement and some of the rule changes that will take effect this season.
On today’s episode, the Canadian para-ice hockey team won yet another silver medal, this marks 16 years since their last gold medal . We debate what’s next for hockey Canada and its para-ice hockey program. Canadian blind hockey play-by-play announcer, Nicco Cardarelli, joins us to discuss the 2022 Canadian Blind Hockey Championships which takes place from March 25-27th. The tournament makes its return for the first time in two years. Plus, if Russia and Belarus decide to take legal action for wrongful removal from the Paralympic Games, do they have a case? Josh and Brock weigh-in with their thoughts!
Dominique Tremblay stops by to chat about the growth of the Paralympic movement, both as an athlete and now in an administrative role with the summer games. He shares his thoughts on where the biggest growth is currently needed. As we head into the final weekend of the Paralympic Games, Brock, Claire and Cameron breakdown the games and they weigh in on how they feel about CBC’s coverage of the games. Plus, Russia and Belarus were removed from the Paralympic Games and they left the Athlete’s Village peacefully. However, both nations are considering legal action for what they see as their wrongful dismissal from the games.
Chef de mission Josh Dueck joins us from Beijing to give us an idea of how he’s preparing the team for a successful Paralympic games. Kelly and Company’s guide dog and service animal contributor Devon Wilkins stops by to tell us about her podcast called Paralympic update which will highlight the Paralympic Games starting today. The IPC has made the decision to ban Russia and Belarus from the Paralympic games in light of the war in Ukraine. We debate the pros and cons on this monumental decision!
CBC sports Olympic and Paralympic host Scott Russell stops by to debrief the Olympic Games and tells us everything we need to know about the upcoming Paralympic games. Plus, Brock, Josh, and Cameron debate why these Winter Olympics were among the lowest in television ratings. Also, are the Paralympic games being spotlighted appropriately on national television?
On today’s episode, we conclude our look at winter Paralympic sports with para ice hockey. Our panel has vast experience within the sport and they will share their stories and experiences!
The 2022 Olympic games come to a close in just two days, has this been a success for Team Canada? The panel debates.
Russian teenager Kamila Valieva was cleared to compete in the women's figure skating competition at the Winter Olympics despite failing a pre-Games drug test. We discuss whether this is the appropriate decision or not.
On this week’s episode we are going to continue featuring sports that you will see at the Paralympic games in Beijing. This week we feature Wheelchair Curling.
Super Bowl LVI is upon us. The big game is Sunday, February 13th. We break down the game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams. We will also have some fun with the prop betting that surrounds the game!
We continue the conversation around former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores. Flores sued the NFL and three teams over alleged racist hiring practices for coaches and general managers. How will this affect the NFL in the short and long term?
In this week's episode Brock, Cam and Claire discuss the details of drug testing at Olympic-level events. Is the process too invasive? What would you replace it with?
Also discussed on our Moral Questions segment, What are the ethics of competing in the Olympics in the age of Omicron, where the risk of being infected with COVID-19 is very high.
Finally, we discuss the legacy of Tom Brady and his retirement announcement from this week.
The baseball Hall of Fame announces that David Ortiz is a first time ballot Hall of Famer. He will also be the only member of the Hall of Fame Class of 2022.
This means that Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens will not be voted into the Hall of Fame. The panel debates whether or not they will ever be elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame!
We begin our series called “Moral Questions in the Sporting Community” where we will tackle a range of topics that will spark some discussion. This week we’re going to focus on Paralympic/Disabled Athletes seen as virtuous/pure that would never do anything wrong.
We put a wrap on what was arguably the greatest playoff round in NFL history and we preview the NFC and AFC championship games to determine who will play in the Super Bowl
We continue featuring para-sports that will be seen in 2022 Beijing Paralympic Games. This week we take an in-depth look at cross country skiing!
We put a wrap on the NFL’s wildcard weekend and we preview the upcoming divisional round and which teams will earn the right to play in the conference championships.
Plus, as the Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, the organizing committee says there will only be local spectators at a select few events. Is this the right decision with rising concerns over the omicron variant? The panel debates!
As the Paralympic Games approach, we continue featuring Paralympic sports you will see in Beijing! This week we break down para biathlon. Evander Kane has been released by the San José Sharks after producing a fake vaccination passport. This decision comes in the midst of his seven-year contract, which has now been terminated. The panel debates whether Kane deserves another chance in the league. We preview Wildcard Weekend in the National Football League and give you predictions as to who will compete for the Super Bowl in February!
We kick off 2022 continuing our series on Paralympic sports being contested in Beijing. This week we discuss Para-Alpine Skiing. With the new restrictions being recently implemented across the country, many venues have capacity limits. How will this affect the sports world economically moving forward? Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers player Antonio Brown recently left the sideline in the middle of a game against the New York Jets. He was seen on camera removing his jersey and shirt, waving goodbye to the crowd before exiting the field of play. Will Antonio be getting another opportunity in the NFL after this controversial departure?
The former head coach of the United States wheelchair basketball program, Lawrence Johnson, has decided to step down after allegations of emotional misconduct made by several players. What impact will this not only have on the program itself, but on wheelchair basketball as a whole? Team Jennifer Jones gets to represent Canada in curling on the women’s side. Jocelyn Peterman stops by to let us in on their preparations and how she is feeling ahead of her Olympic debut! Plus, the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia have decided not to send dignitaries to the 2022 Winter Olympic Games based on human rights concerns. Is the Olympic Games the appropriate place to make a political statement? The panel weighs in with their hot takes!
Coming off a successful victory at the Canadian Curling Trials, gold medallist and two-time Olympian Mark Nichols stops by to chat about his team’s preparation for the 2022 Olympic Winter Games in Beijing. We begin featuring sports that you will see and hear about at the Beijing Paralympic Winter Games. This week we kick things off with para snowboarding! The US government is threatening a diplomatic boycott of the Olympic Games. How will this affect China as we creep closer to the games, and other countries follow suit? Plus, the 108th Grey Cup match-up is set between the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Hamilton Tiger-Cats. For the first time since 2013, the Hamilton Tiger cats have the chance to win the Grey Cup on their home field. Will that play to their advantage?
Four-time Paralympics in Women’s Goalball, Amy Burk, joins us to share her experiences in Tokyo and some of the biggest takeaways moving forward to Paris 2024. Just 10 months ago professional golfer Tiger Woods was involved in a life-changing car accident. In Tiger’s first interview with Golf Digest he opens up about his recovery and his future in golf. Josh, Cameron, and Brock weigh in! Plus, we preview the CFL Eastern and Western championship games. We debate who will have the right to play for the Grey Cup!
Lance Cryderman came into the 2021 Canadian Boccia National Championships ranked number one in Canada in the BC1 category. He stops by to tell us about his experience and talks about a significant change in his game. We break down the 2021 Curling Trials in Saskatchewan and preview the championship weekend which will determine who will earn the right to represent Canada in Beijing 2022. The Canadian Football League playoffs begin this weekend the panel discusses the semifinal match ups!
Former Kelly and Company contributor Nick D'Ambrosio has a passion for fantasy sports and is part of an all blind fantasy football league. He joins us to chat about this unique league. The Olympic Curling Trials will be taking place from November 20th to 28th in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Josh, Cameron and Brock will break the event down and predict who they think will represent Canada at the 2022 Beijing Olympic Games. Former world number one doubles tennis player Peng Shuai hasn’t been seen since November 2, 2021 after accusing a former vice Premier of sexual assault. Could this story have any impact on the Olympic Games moving forward? The panel debates!
The Canadian Paralympic Committee recently had their kit reveal event for Beijing 2022. Canadian Paralympic Alpine skier Mac Marcoux and his guide Tristan Rodgers join us to highlight some of the items. The 12th annual Cruisers Cup has come to an end and our very own Josh Watson and Claire Buchanan participated. How did they do? We break down the good the bad and the ugly! As Beijing 2022 creeps closer, some say this could be the most unsustainable Winter Olympics ever held. The panel discusses what climate change could mean for future games.
2021 marks the 12th anniversary of the Cruisers Cup para-ice hockey tournament in Brampton Ontario. Director Ken Hall joins us to break down this outstanding event. We continue our conversation about the 2021-22 Canadian men’s para-ice hockey team; we bring you up to speed on the roster and how they will fare against the rest of the world at the Paralympic games in Beijing. Plus, several NHL executives have been fired from the league because of their involvement with Kyle Beach’s sexual assault case. Should Commissioner Gary Bettman be held accountable based on his leadership of the league?
The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics are fast approaching. Beijing is the first city to ever host the Summer Games and Winter Games, and the organizing committee announced there will be strict protocols in response to the pandemic. Will the city of Beijing’s experience help them in delivering a successful Games? Arguably one of the greatest para-ice hockey athletes, Steve Cash, has decided to call it a career. What type of impact does this have on the community, and how does Team Canada’s roster look headed into Beijing in a few months? Plus, the Kansas City Chiefs have had an underwhelming start to the season, are they still Super Bowl contenders? And we are down to the wire in major league baseball’s season. Who will take home the World Series trophy, the Houston Astros or the Atlanta Braves?
Renee Foessel is a two-time Paralympian in the F38 discus, and she entered the 2020 Paralympic Games as the world record holder. She stops by to tell us about her experience in Tokyo and her plans for the future! Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons was recently removed from practice because he was reluctant to be physically and mentally involved with his team; Simmons received a one-game suspension. Brock, Claire and Cameron debate whether the suspension was warranted and how it could damage the team. Plus, we discuss MLB’s American League and National league championship series as we inch closer to the World Series and crowning a champion.
We continue our conversation around mental health and sports. Our very own Cameron Jenkins has dealt with the challenges that come with maintaining mental health. He opens up about the impact this has had in his sporting and personal lives. The MLB playoffs are in full swing. We discuss the Division Series and preview the American League Championship Series and the National League Championship Series. Plus, the NBA made the announcement that they would not perform random drug testing for marijuana. This is the second straight season that the league will not test for this drug. How will public announcement affect the 2021 season?
Two-time Paralympian, Danielle Doris stops by to talk about her experience in Tokyo and how it feels to be a gold medalist and world record holder in the same event! After a 91-win season, the Toronto Blue Jays fall one game short of a tiebreaker. Was the season a success or failure? Where does the team go from here? The panel breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly from the season. Montréal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price has decided to participate in the NHL players association player assistant program due to mental health challenges he is currently facing. How will that affect the Montreal Canadiens moving forward the panel will discuss!
CBCs Olympic and Paralympic reporter Devin Heroux joins us to discuss his experience in Tokyo as one of the limited number of media allowed to attend the Ganes. He also gives us a sneak preview of what we can expect headed into Beijing 2022. Ari Shapiro is a journalist, publisher and the host of the podcast Whiskey and Cream. He stops by to discuss the Toronto Blue Jays as they enter their final weekend of the regular season. Plus, unvaccinated players will be eligible to play in Toronto for the 2021 2022 season. We discuss how decisions like this may impact the NBA season.
New Brunswick’s Kamylle Frenette, world championship bronze medalist and paralympian, joins us to chat about her sport and narrowly missing the podium in Tokyo. We continue with part two of our discussion on Olympic athletes receiving money when they win medals and paralympians don’t, how does that impact para sports? Plus, The Toronto Blue Jays have nine games remaining in their season, what do they need to do to secure a playoff berth for the second consecutive season. We also wrap up week two in the NFL and preview week three!
Adam Dukovich, Technical Delegate for the "London Cannonballs" Boccia Blast tournament, joins us to discuss the 30th anniversary of the event. We discuss changes that will be made to the tournament amidst COVID-19. Kelly and Company host Kelly McDonald joins us for an MLB roundtable as the Blue Jays make an incredible turnaround heading down the stretch of the regular season towards the playoffs! Olympic athletes receive money when they win medals but Paralympians don’t. We converse on the impact of that on parasports.
David Smith, a six time Paralympic medalist in Boccia from the United Kingdom, joins us to discuss his career and what it’s like winning a gold medal for the third time at the games! Kelly and Company producer Jeff Ryman joins us to discuss the CFL and preview the NFL season which begins this weekend! How will COVID-19 element affect teams this year? The panel debates!
Wheelchair rugby player and three-time Paralympian Zak Madell joins us to talk about his experience in Tokyo and what it was like being Canada’s flag bearer at the para–Pan Am games in Toronto in 2015. World number one Boccia athlete, Allison Levine, bowed out of the individual competition earlier than she wanted but then took to social media and apologized for her performance. What causes athletes to feel the need to apologize and is it necessary? Brock, Josh and Cameron weigh in with their thoughts. Plus, the panel previews the Canadian football league’s Labor Day match ups!
Paralympic swimmer and 19 time Paralympic medalist Stephanie Dixon, who is now the chef de mission for the Canadian Paralympic team in Tokyo, joins us to discuss the Canadian team and gives us her perspective on the team and the vibes throughout the Paralympic Village. Also, we give you all the latest information you need on the Paralympic games.
The Canadian football league is off and running but there is a Covid outbreak surrounding the Edmonton Elks. What does that mean for the league moving forward? Our very own Cameron Jenkins is a season-ticket holder for the Toronto Argonauts. He will tell us what it’s like being a fan during a pandemic!
CBC sports Olympic and Paralympic host Scott Russell gives us an in-depth look at the Paralympic games which is only five days away! He also features some of the great story lines to follow. Plus, we are joined by AMI Communication Specialist, Greg David, who lets us in on AMI's coverage of the Paralympic games both on television and audio!
Kieran Block, multi medalist in para ice hockey, chats about his recent appearance on AMI-tv's Beyond the Field. He will discuss diversity in para and pro-sports. Canada’s Olympic team set a new record with 24 medals. The panel discusses some of the biggest stories from the games. Also with rising COVID-19 cases in Tokyo, we ask the question: Are the Paralympics still going to happen? We debate! Plus, Masai Ujiri signs a new deal to become vice chairman and president of the Toronto Raptors. What does this mean for the organization forward?
We speak with two-time Paralympic wheelchair rugby athlete and one of the hosts of AMI TV’s Beyond the Field, Travis Murao, about his journey as both a host and high-level athlete. Devon Wilkins stops by to chat about a podcast she does that puts the spotlight on the Paralympic games. Three-time Gold medalist and Paralympic swimmer Becca Mayers, a competitor at Rio 2016, has withdrawn from Tokyo 2020 due to not having her own personal care attendant accompany her at the games, Josh, Brock and Claire weigh in on where the US Paralympic committee might have gone wrong.
Today we feature wheelchair rugby with all the details you need to follow the Tokyo Paralympic games. We also discuss Murderball, a documentary following New Zealand's Paralympic athletes from previous games. Could documentaries bring the much-needed spotlight to other para-sports? Plus, the Seattle Kraken have completed their expansion draft. Will they be a competitive team in their first season?
Canadian women’s wheelchair basketball athlete Arinn Young joins us to chat about where her team is at in their preparation for the Paralympic Games. She also weighs in on the UK’s decision to have the first ever professional wheelchair basketball league and what this means to the sport. The Tokyo Olympic Games is just under one week away and some athletes will not be participating because of COVID 19 concerns. How will this impact the game? Josh, Claire, and Brock weigh in with their thoughts. Plus, racism has put a dark cloud over Italy’s euro championship victory. We chat about what can be done to prevent this from happening in the future.
In just 46 days the Tokyo Paralympic games begin. This week, we feature the ins and outs of wheelchair basketball. Also, US Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson has been banned from the Tokyo Olympic Games after testing positive for marijuana at the US athletic trials. Should marijuana still be considered a banned substance? And, the Toronto Blue Jays have reached the halfway point of the season. We break down the first 81 games of the year.
The 2021 World Para Ice Hockey Championship has concluded in Ostrava, Czech Republic and Canada has finished second overall for the second straight championship. What does this mean for Canada moving forward? With Pride Month having just finished we’re going to carry on the conversation surrounding the LGBTQ+ community and para sports. Plus, we bring you up to speed with all the happenings in the pro sports world.
On July 9, 2021 Power Hockey Canada will be putting on a virtual summit. Meghan Hine, Vice President of Power Hockey Canada joins us to share the details. TNZ co-host Claire Buchanan will be a guest speaker at the event, she gives us a sneak peak of her commentary. And, Kelly McDonald, host of Kelly and Company, stops by for our mainstream sports chat!
Three time Paralympian Marco Dispaltro joins us to discuss the Canadian Paralympic committee’s recent announcement that he will represent Canada in Tokyo in the sport of boccia and where he and his teammates are in their preparation for the games. After being postponed for one year Euro 2020 soccer championships are underway. We give you our early impressions of the tournament as we head towards the playoffs. Should officials be held more accountable for their role at sporting events? The panel discusses ways that this could be achieved!
We give you all the information you need to know about the Paralympic sport of Boccia! Brock Richardson will also share some personal stories from his playing career. With the Montréal Canadiens being the lone representative in Canada’s quest to win the Stanley Cup, we discuss how they compare to the American teams as we head toward crowning a champion. The Ontario hockey league drafted its first-ever female into the league how will this enhance the league moving forward?
After a car crash in 2010 Alex Hyman found para cycling and has quickly become one of Canada’s best athletes and is one of the hopefuls for the Tokyo Paralympic games. The voice of curling in Canada for over 25 years Vic Rauter joins us to talk about his career and what it was like in the curling bubble for this year’s season of champions. It is 15 years and counting since the Toronto Maple Leafs have advanced past the first round of the NHL playoffs, the panel weighs in on where they should go from here and whether Montréal or Winnipeg will be the North division champions.
Kylie Wasser, Project Manager for Ontario Parasport Collective, joins us to chat about education month and how there is going to be an emphasis on para sports in Ontario. The Toronto Blue Jays have been struggling in the latter part of baseball games recently, is it more on the players or the decisions made by the coaching staff during the games. The panel discusses! The Edmonton Oilers suffer yet another early playoff exit. Where do they go from here. Is it time for another rebuild.
After a helicopter accident in 2007 Mark Ideson quickly found success in wheelchair curling. We chat with him about leading his team to back-to-back podium finishes in Sochi and PyeongChang. There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the future of Toronto Raptors star point guard Kyle Lowry and the President Masai Ujiri. Brock and Claire discuss the impacts their decisions have on the organization moving forward. The NHL playoffs are off and running. The panel gives you everything you need to know surrounding the first-round match ups
We introduce you to the sport of sitting volleyball and give you everything you need to know to be ready for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Andy Frank, manager of AMI-audio, joins us to discuss the NHL postseason and which teams might lift the Stanley Cup in a few months time. There continues to be concern over whether the Olympic and Paralympic Games will proceed. The Japanese people keep voicing their concerns over hosting the events but the International Olympic Committee and International Paralympic Committed seem determined to proceed
At the age of 13 Paralympic swimmer Danielle Dorris became the youngest athlete to ever wear the red and white at the Rio 2016 games. She joins us to discuss that accomplishment and others in her young career. Brock, Josh, and Bret discuss some of the challenges that they have gone through during their athletic careers and the level of dedication and determination that is required to achieve those! Washington Capitals player Tom Wilson has been fined $5000 for punching Pavel Buchnevich during a scrum in a recent game. The New York Rangers subsequently released a controversial statement following the fine.
CBC sports commentator/host Scott Russell joins us to discuss the CBC’s announcement to cover the Tokyo Paralympic 2021 games in prime time! Even after two positive COVID-19 tests the Women's World Curling Championship is set to continue, yet the Women's World Hockey Championship has been postponed for the second straight year due to the pandemic. The panel explores the lack of consistency between club leadership's decision making.
As the Paralympic games approach, we give you an overview of events at the games. We kick things off this week with Goalball! Despite all of the injuries the Toronto Blue Jays have faced in the early going of the MLB season, can we be satisfied with their record? Also, when did an opener become a position?
We continue our conversation on equalizing para and mainstream sports. Could an adaptive physical education curriculum help bridge the gap? Kelly and Company producer Jeff Ryman stops by to unpack the best deals and standout teams after the NHL trade deadlines. The Tampa Bay Rays were unsuccessful in their bid for the World Series last season but the team received American league championship rings and celebrations at their first home game of 2021. Was the celebration warranted?
Erik Robeznieks joins us to discuss his involvement with wheelchair basketball, and his goal to integrate the sport into the University of Michigan collegiate program. Kelly MacDonald from AMI-audio's Kelly and Company stops by to chat about the conclusion of March madness and how competitive the Toronto Blue Jays could be in the American League East. Plus, the Vancouver Canucks have been forced to stop play for the time being due to a Covid 19 outbreak. How will this impact the rest of their season and the North division as a whole? The panel gives you the latest!
AMI-tv’s show Our Community is featuring Kivi Park, Ontario’s first outdoor para-Cross country skiing training Centre. Paralympic bronze medalist Collin Cameron joins us to discuss this beautiful training ground in Sudbury Ontario. Emma Poynton is the Technical Advisor and delegate for world para-ice hockey. With the upcoming world championship in 2023, Emma stresses the importance of the game today and moving forward. Plus, Brian Lewis, former NHL referee and Head of Officiating joins us to discuss the fallout of the NHL’s recent decision to fire of Canadian referee Tim Peel, just months before his retirement.
Some para sports have the advantage of being affiliated with their mainstream counterparts. We discuss the pros and cons of these connections, and what can be done to boost the exposure of organizations without. We are right in the thick of the season of champions in curling, next up is the mixed doubles event. We tell you everything you need to know about this developing discipline. Plus, former Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick got traded to the Washington football team. The Dolphins seem to be all in on young quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, is this the best route for the team?
Kathy Ludwig has been involved with the Ontario wheelchair basketball program since 2010. In that time, she has helped young athletes develop the skills they need to play at the highest level. She has led team Ontario into two previous Canada games winning a silver medal in 2019. Kathy has agreed to coach at her third Canada games in 2023. Not only will her team be younger this time around she has also had to navigate their preparation in the middle of a pandemic to be at their best in 2023. The Tim Hortons briar men’s national championship has reached the final weekend. We will chat about which teams are the cream of the crop and poised to win the briar championship and which teams have fallen a little short of their expectations. Plus the topic will be raised regarding the free guard zone and how we would like to see it modified to promote more offense! Sportsnet’s fan 590 radio station has made the decision to cut radio specific broadcasts for the Toronto Blue Jays. How does that affect the blind and low vision community and how can you make a difference? Baseball fan and friend of the network Marcia Yale will join us!
As an 11-year-old with cerebral palsy, you are usually at the point in your life where you are trying to decide what your future may look like in sports and what sport you might be successful in. Nico Lemma has done that and more, not only has he found his sport of Boccia, he is slowly climbing the rankings as a two-time provincial champion. He recently won the Ontario para-sport Junior athlete of the year. Nico and his father Patrick join us to chat about their blossoming career. Skip Kerri Einarson led Team Canada to victory as they defended their title at the 2021 Scotties Tournament of Hearts. Meanwhile, Team Ontario has come up short for the third time on an attempt. Is bad luck following the team or does Rachel Homan need to consider a change of personnel or strategy. Brock and Josh, and bring you up to speed on everything happening in the National Hockey League’s North division
Kathy Newman comes from British Columbia and has been involved in Wheelchair Basketball Canada since 2002 as a board member and advocate. In 2019 she was inducted into the Canadian Paralympic Committee Hall of Fame for her lifetime of contributions to the growth of the Paralympic movement. She was recently appointed president and she joins us to discuss what she hopes to accomplish in her new role! The Scotties Tournament of Hearts is in full swing, Brock, Clair, and Cameron chat about what they have seen so far and what they are looking forward to as we had into the championship weekend. Plus, the Toronto Raptors have been looking up since they began the season 2-8. What’s changed? Is head coach Nick Nurse one of the best coaches in the NBA right now?
Two-time Paralympian, Illinois University Champion, and athlete of the year in wheelchair basketball Brandon Wagner joins us to talk about his decorated career. Plus, the 2021 Scotties Tournament of Hearts begins today! Brock, Clair, and Cameron tell us everything we need to know about the tournament. And Alameda County sheriff's deputy Alan Strickland and his wife dropped charges from the alleged assault that took place as the Toronto Raptors won the 2019 championship. The counter-suit filed by raptors Pres. Masai Ujiri was also dropped. Are Masai's comments from two years ago still relevant?
Co-hosts Josh Watson and Bret Wills talk about why they each got involved in para sports. They share what they've gained in life through sports, the good, the bad, and even some of the funny! Plus, after watching G.O.A.T, Tom Brady take home his seventh Super Bowl, the panel debates their top picks for Canadian Mount Rushmore athletes.
Tara Chisholm has been the head coach of the women’s Canadian National Para Ice Hockey program since 2014. She and the coaching staff will be holding a training camp with over 50 up and comers. Over the course of the weekend, she will put these athletes through rigorous exercises to identify their future potential. How will she manage 50 athletes virtually over three days? Tara gives us the scoop. The panel offers up their predictions for this weekend's Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And, with the NBA trade deadline fast approaching, what would you do with Raptors star Kyle Lowry?
Australia-born para-athlete Ness Murby has represented three different countries in Javelin, Powerlifting, and Goalball. Ness shares what it's like to cross borders and compete under another flag, plus he reveals a new collaboration with AMI! The 2021 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics are just months away, but COVID-19 still looms. As Japan denies reports that the games could be cancelled, our panel debates the likelihood of a safe and successful execution of the events.
Arinn Young spent many years playing standup basketball until 2011, when she suffered a knee injury. But that didn’t stop her love for the sport. Since finding wheelchair basketball, she has played for Canada, the United States and now Germany’s professional league. Arinn explains what drew her to Europe after a successful run in North America. And, freelance sports journalist and podcast host, Ari Shapiro, breaks down the Jays' most recent deal for 31-year-old outfielder George Springer.
Our own Claire Buchanan recounts her years playing for the University of Alabama's wheelchair basketball team as we compare the biggest differences in para sports here at home and abroad. The panel explores changes and improvements to the para experience in Canada and how mainstream participation could benefit athletes everywhere. And, Evander Kane has reportedly filed for bankruptcy and may opt out of the season; how will the Sharks adapt their 2021 strategy?
This week we chat with Canadian Paralympic sitting volleyball coach Nicole Ban about how 2020 compared to previous years for her as coach. And, NHL insider Elliott Friedman shares his take on North Division favourites for the upcoming season, beginning in just five days!
Brodrick Mackenzie returns to our program to feature dragon boating! He has had the opportunity to compete both nationally and internationally with his team Dragons In Sight. The world junior hockey championships are only one week away. With rising COVID19 concerns worldwide, is it safe to run the championships in Red Deer, Alberta? CHL Sportsnet commentator, Sam Cosentino gives us the latest on the event.
After a life-altering accident on the slopes in 2004, Josh Dueck not only returned to the ski hills as a para-athlete but went on to take the IPC World Championships just five years later. After many years of determination and success in the sport of Para-Alpine skiing, he now turns his attention to administration. Josh shares his thoughts on leading Canada into the 2022 Paralympic Games as Chef de Mission. Plus, Canadian baseball broadcaster Dan Shulman joins us to discuss his recent accolade from the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum in recognition of his outstanding contributions to baseball in Canada!
Why has the Canadian women’s wheelchair basketball program enjoyed such great success for the past two decades? We speak with three-time Gold medal winning coach, Tim Frick about coaching for high performance and his induction into the Order of Canada. With a COVID-19 vaccine on the horizon, do athletes and fans still harbor doubts about the upcoming Olympic Games? Our panel discusses.
Para-Dressage is not very well-known in the para-sport community and we want to feature it! What is the sport, and how does it work? Equestrian Canada Technical Program Lead, Clive Milkins joins us to answer those questions and more. Our panel examines the Toronto Raptors' recent signings as they head into the 2021 season. Plus, both President Masai Ujiri and GM Bobby Webster’s contracts are set to expire soon, how key are they to future success for the Raps?
Wheelchair basketball's Bo Hedges shares his feelings on wearing the C for team Canada, and how his training regimen has evolved as captain. We get a look at a unique sport through the eyes of Blind Tennis athlete, Broderick McKenzie. And, our panel discusses the historic hiring of the first female GM across four major leagues!
Canadian sitting volleyball athlete Heidi Peters joins us to discuss the ins and outs of the sport. What are some of the fundamental differences compared to conventional volleyball? How did she manage to become a integral part of team Canada? Heidi explains! Plus, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred made the decision not to punish L.A. Dodgers player Justin Turner after a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 during the final game of the World Series. Turner proceeded to disobey protocols and still participate in on-field celebrations. Did the Commissioner make the right decision? Our panel debates!
What does it take to shift from able-bodied sports to para sports? We find out with New Brunswick and team Canada wheelchair basketball athlete Danielle Duplessis. Plus, we're joined by co-author of "Burks Law: A Life in Hockey", Stephen Brunt. He shares his experience writing alongside Brian Burke.
COVID-19 has put a stop to a lot of organizations' ability to fundraise. However, that has not stopped goalball athlete Brice Parker; he will be doing a 100 kilometre walk from Brantford to London, Ontario, in support of Ontario blind sports. The annual cruisers cup sledge hockey tournament is going virtual! The director of Para Ice Hockey Ken Hall gives us the details. Plus the Dodgers won the World Series for the first time since 1988, where does this World Series rank of all time. Sportsnet baseball writer Ben Nicholson Smith tells us.
One of the biggest personalities in all of hockey, Brian Burke has released a new memoir called "Burke's Law: A Life in Hockey," where he opens up about the challenges, feuds, and tragedies he's fought through. He shares his experience as a player, an agent, a league executive, a scout, a Stanley Cup-winning GM, an Olympic GM and a media analyst. Plus, wheelchair basketball Paralympian Melanie Hawtin discusses her journey to the Paralympic games and how life in basketball is a little bit more challenging during the pandemic.
The Ontario Sledge Hockey Association has developed their return to play plan; Claire and Josh, two current players, joined me to discuss the document. Also the Olympic committee has announced a $280 million funding cut, but will this affect the Paralympic Games?
Three time Paralympian Rob Snoek joins us to discuss his athletic career and how it transformed into a love for broadcast. With the 2020 NHL draft behind us, how did the Canadian teams fair in the draft? CHL commentator Sam Cosentino fills us in.
Para sports in New Brunswick is slowly making its return, we find out more from program coordinator Simon Richard. It’s no secret that everyone with a disability faces adversity. Dave Stevens Speaks who was born without legs shares his experience navigating through the adversity to an outstanding athletic and broadcasting career. Plus, how did the Toronto Blue Jays do in their first round series against the Tampa Bay Rays? We dissect the series!
The pandemic has changed the face of sports across the country. We speak with Executive Director Wendy Gittens about how its affected Wheelchair Basketball Canada and what a return to play looks like for her club. And, how does blind tennis differ from conventional tennis? We find out with coach Kiyo Breitling of BC Blind Tennis. The Toronto Blue Jays have secured a playoff spot for the first time since 2016. Should manager Charlie Montoyo be in the conversation for manager of the year? Cameron and Claire weigh in!
This week on The Neutral Zone we're joined by Joshua Roberto who participates in para Athletics.
This week we speak with him Mario Delisle head coach of Canadian National Boccia team. One of our panelists had the opportunity to travel on 9/11 in 2001 and of course we will discuss a whole range of mainstream sports
Today on The Neutral Zone we speak with Andrea Nelson a Paralympic hopeful in the sport of canoeing. We will also discuss the para sport documentary Rising Phoenix and of course we talk all things mainstream sports
On today’s show we hear from para athlete Brad Bowden we also speak with founder and Executive Director of Connect 4 Life and Voices 4 Ability Melanie Taddeo Nxumalo
This week we speak with Head Coach of the Canadian National Women's Para Hockey Team, Tara Chishom. We will hear from Mike Lonergan with BC blind sports. Plus your mainstream sports highlights.
We chat with the program coordinator Simon Richard for New Brunswick blind sports. We also speak with director of Communications for Nova Scotia blind sports Jennie Bovard and of course we talk a little mainstream sports NHL NBA
On today’s show we chat with the program coordinator Simon Richard for Nova Scotia blind sports. Also we hear from Kyle Petty about his recent announcement that he will be inducted into the Ontario sports Hall of Fame. We also discuss the NHL and NBA and how we feel things are going in those respective leagues.
Today on The Neutral Zone we speak with Peter Parsons chair of Nova Scotia blind sports. We also speak with public address announcer for Scotia Bank Arena and producer of NOW with Dave Brown, Mike Ross. Plus we take a deep dive into the return of the NHL and NBA seasons.
On today’s show we speak with Paralympic swimmer Benoît Huot about his great career and also about his own foundation. We also give you a preview of the Toronto Blue Jays and what we can expect from them this year, and we discussed the various leagues and the return to play plans the pros and cons of each league
On today's show we speak with executive director of Boccia Canada Peter Leyser about the state of their program. We also chat with Sportsnet's Dan Shulman to discuss the upcoming Major League Baseball season. Finally what did NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes say after he signed his $503 million contract find out!
This week we speak with goalball athlete Whitney Bogart about her career and how the sport is played. Also head coach of the Burlington vipers wheelchair basketball program Chris Chandler will join us. And finally we speak with Chris Cuthbert commentator on Sportsnet about his recent move from TSN back to Sportsnet
On today’s show The Neutral Zone crew speaks with Ontario Blind Sports President Glenn Wade.Then, we discuss how Cam Newton will affect the AFC East division in the NFL. Finally, we chat about Vince Carter and whether his number should be retired in Toronto
On today’s show we speak with Canadian blind hockey play-by-play man Nico Cardarelli. Plus a conversation with John Shannon about the current state of the National Hockey League. Finally we discuss a a recent story from The Athletic about para ice hockey and allegations of sexual assault.
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak with Paul Rosen retired Canadian Paralympic para ice hockey goaltender about his career and his involvement with TSN and the hockey news. Then, a conversation with director of para ice hockey and athletics coach for Cruisers Sports.
This week on The Neutral Zone we discuss recent comments made by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. Plus, which sports we are most excited to see return and which will succeed with no crowd
Today we speak with CBC sports broadcaster Scott Russell about his involvement with the Paralympic games
This week we speak with CEO of the Paralympic committee Karen O’Neill about how the committee is handling their operations during COVID19. Then, our panel discusses the importance of para sports and returning to the field of play after a long layoff.
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak with Tracy Ferguson, seven-time Paralympian in the sport of wheelchair basketball about her career. Plus, should athletes be using social media to speak their mind?
On this week’s show we speak with Toronto Blue Jays announcer Dan Shulman about his career and when he believes we will return to playing baseball in 2020. We also discuss as para athletes when would we feel comfortable entering the field of play once these restrictions become lifted.
On today’s episode of The Neutral Zone we speak with Paralympic para-ice hockey athlete Billy Bridges about his career. Plus, the pros and cons of having the NHL draft before the season is over. And we discuss Toronto as a sports hub candidate
Today on The Neutral Zone we speak with para ice hockey sports psychologist Kyle MacDonald. Then a discussion on episodes 3 and 4 of ESPN and Netflix's documentary "The Last Dance"
This week we bring you an update on COVID 19 and discuss some of the stories that are making news in sports. Vince Carter’s last game would have been played in Toronto recently we will discuss what his legacy will be in Toronto
On today’s show we will speak with Paralympic para ice hockey player Greg Westlake about his career highlights and we will also give you an update on COVID19
This week the gang discusses why they got involved in sports and they will share some of their stories and career highlights. We also give you the latest information on COVID 19 as it relates to sports.
This week we speak to Canadian Paralympic committee CEO Karen O’Neil about the recent decision that both the Paralympic and Olympic Games will be postponed. Plus, Canadian hockey league commentator Sam Cosentino chats about the Canadian hockey league canceling all its Junior hockey for the rest of the 2020 season
Today on the Neutral Zone we speak with Karen O’Neill, the CEO of the Canadian Paralympic committee about where things stand as far as COVID 19 and the upcoming Paralympic games in Tokyo.
This week the gang speaks with visually impaired curler David Lee about his experiences within the sport. Plus a discussion on the coronavirus, which has put a stop on the sporting world
Today on The Neutral Zone we speak with Nicco Cardarelli, play-by-play guy for the 2020 Canadian blind hockey championships happening later this month.
Today the gang discusses the results of the Canadian women’s national sledge hockey team series that took place in Vancouver this past weekend. They also update you on a story that wheelchair basketball may be at risk of missing the 2020 Paralympic games
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak with team Canada para ice hockey captain Tyler McGregor about what it’s like being named captain of team Canada for the 2020 season and what the season has been like that’s far and what’s coming up for the remainder of the year.
On this week’s edition of the neutral zone we speak with retired Paralympic bronze medalist in the sport of boccia Josh Vander Vies about his newest adventure being a part of the 2020 Paralympic games leadership group
Today we chat with Boccia Canada’s head coach Mario Delisle about the recent announcement of the 2020 Boccia national team squad.
We speak with athletes who participated in the 2020 London blizzards sledge hockey tournament this past weekend we also discussed Kobe Bryant’s tragic death
We speak with Lisa Mayers director of athletics for the cruiser sports about their upcoming blazing hoops tournament. Plus, we discuss the 2020 baseball Hall of Fame inductees and give you an early look at the Super Bowl on February 2
On this week’s edition of the neutral zone we speak with an organizer of the 2020 London sledge hockey tournament taking place in London Ontario January 24 through the 26th we also preview this week’s NFL games
On this week's edition of The Neutral Zone we speak with athletes participating in a blind curling demonstration in conjunction with the 2020 Continental Cup. We also put a wrap on the 2020 World Junior Hockey Championships and we preview this week's divisional round in the NFL!
On this week’s show we speak with all members of the Canadian Boccia class 4 athletes about qualifying for the 2020 Paralympic games and how they plan to prepare for them.
Today we speak with author Bryan Berard about his book Relentless: My Life in Hockey and the Power of Perseverance we also discuss the NFL world Junior hockey championships and the NHL
We speak with Roberta Levine Boccia performance partner of Allison Levine to get her perspective on what it’s like to be a performance partner. We also discussed the NHL
This week we give you the results from the Canadian Boccia championships and we discuss the Canadian tire para hockey cup
On this week show we speak with Peter Parsons, chair of Blind Sports Nova Scotia and chair of the organizing committee for the Nova Scotia open Goalball tournament. We also wrap up the 2019 Grey Cup and we discuss whether this year’s Raptors team is for real
This week on the neutral zone we speak with Dean Brokop director of the Paralympic foundation of Canada about a fundraiser called the para tough cup. We also preview the 2019 edition of the Grey cup.
On this week's edition of The Neutral Zone we speak to 2019 Ontario Blind Sports Association Award Nominees, Lisa MacLeod and Arvin Carandang.
On this week's edition of the neutral zone we promote the 2019 Ontario blind sports Gala being held on Saturday, November 16. We speak with organizers and inductees and get you everything you need to know about the event
We speak with Nicco Cardarelli about the the 2019 Eastern Regional Blind Hockey Tournament happening in Ottawa. Plus, we check in with Josh Dueck who is being inducted into the Canadian Paralympic committee as a former athlete in the sport of sit ski.
On this week's show we speak with Virginia MacLachlan who was recently inducted into the Windsor Sports Hall of Fame. We also discuss some of the major sports topics in a rapidfire format
on this week's show we will be broadcasting live from the 29th annual Boccia blast in London Ontario. During this broadcast we will be interviewing athletes and organizers alike we will also be talking mainstream sports as well.
This week, we speak with Steve Dukovich, chair of the Boccia Blast host committe. We also discuss the NHL and the Canadian team's prospects.
On this week's show we chat with co-host Claire Buchanan about her time on Canada's Female Sledge Hockey team and their training schedule. We also discuss the 2019 major-league baseball playoffs
On this week's episode, we introduce Claire Buchanan as a backup co-host. We have completed our look back at previous Para Pan Am Games this week we discuss the 2019 Lima games. We also discuss some of the NHL free agents that are still on the market and who we think has the best odds from a Canadian market to be successful this season.
On this week's episode we wrap up the 2019 world para swimming event that wrapped up in London England, we also continue our look back at previous para Pan am games this week will focus on Toronto 2015. Finally we discuss some of the NHL free agents that have signed and some of the ones that haven't.
On this weeks episode we discussed the para swimming championships and we talked about the Guadalajara para Pan Am games
The Boys are back! Debuting a shorter show format, Brock and Cam catch us up on their hiatus, discuss the Para/Pan-Am Games and dig into Bianca Andreescu's US Open Semi-Final win.
We speak with Ontario Boccia athlete Lance Crydermen about the recent regional held in Sudbury, Ontario. We also discuss the NHL and NBA free-agent signings and trades.
On this week show we speak to Boccia Canada athlete Marco Dispaltro about the year he has had up to now and the upcoming events. We also discuss Raptors president Masai Ujiri's end of the year press conference and NHL free agency.
On this week show we discuss the NBA final and the future of the Toronto Raptors. Plus, we chat about Stanley Cup final.
On this week show we discuss the NBA final, the Stanley Cup final and the Toronto Blue Jays.
On this week show we speak with former athlete and now Chef De Mission of the upcoming para-Pan Am games and Paralympic games Stephanie Dixon. We also talk extensively about the Toronto Raptors embarking on their first-ever NBA finals series.
This week on the show we chat the Toronto Raptors historic run, the Stanley Cup Final and much more!
This week on the show we speak with Sam Cosentino about all things Canadian Hockey League and the upcoming Memorial Cup. We also speak with Boccia athlete, Allison Levine about her recent world open event and discuss the historic game seven Toronto Raptors victory and the NHL playoffs.
On this week show we speak with Para golfer Kenny Wittmann, discuss the NHL playoffs and the Toronto Raptors.
On this week’s show we preview the Canadian Sledge Hockey Championships. We speak with organizers and athletes to get you all set for AMI's broadcast of the gold-medal game, Sunday, May 12, 2019 at 11:00 AM Eastern
On this week's show we speak with Steven Ellis, digital content producer for The Hockey News. We also discuss the NHL and NBA playoffs and talk about Vladimir Guerrero Junior debut with the Toronto Blue Jays.
This week we speak with former defense woman of the Toronto Furies Charlee Champell about her career thus far and the announcement that the Canadian women’s hockey league will be closing its doors on May 1, 2019. We also discuss the first round of the NHL playoffs, and we talk about the Toronto Raptors and the first round of the NBA playoffs.
This week we discuss some of the off ice things that have happened in the NHL we also preview the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs and we preview the NBA playoffs.
On this week's show we speak with Canadian blind hockey athlete Anthony Ciulla about his recent success at the 2019 Canadian national blind hockey tournament we also speak about the recent announcement of the Canadian women's hockey league shutting down as of May 1, 2019.
This week on The Neutral Zone, we speak with baseball guru Ari Shapiro about the 2019 MLB season plus we chat about the NHL playoffs.
This week on The Neutral Zone we welcome in Para Sport broadcaster, Nicco Cardarelli to help tee up next weeks Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament!
This week on The Neutral Zone we discuss the NHL. We also discuss the Toronto Raptors are they really ready for the playoffs? We also talk about an article published titled five Toronto Blue Jays that could make big strides this season.
This week on The Neutral Zone we discuss the NHL post trade deadline. We also discuss New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft who was recently charged with two counts of soliciting prostitution we also will discuss a little major-league baseball.
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak with inventor of 'Showdown' Patrick, we also discuss the 2019 trade deadline and we have another edition of what's bugging Bret.
This week on The Neutral Zone we will discuss the para sport games we will also discuss an anti-doping violation in para ice hockey and we will discuss the NBA and NHL
This week on The Neutral Zone Cam Jenkins will be guest hosting. We discuss Super Bowl 53. We also discuss the Toronto Raptors and the Austin Matthews signing with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
This week on The Neutral Zone we preview Super Bowl LIII. We also speak with Paralympic athlete George Quarcoo. We also discuss the recent trade of Jake Muzzin.
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak with sledge hockey player Becky Jordan who will be competing at the 2019 para sport games. We also chat about the GM situation in Edmonton. Plus, a little baseball!
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak to head coach of team Ontario for wheelchair basketball Kathy Ludwig we also put a wrap on the divisional round for the NFL playoffs and we preview the championship games.
This week on The Neutral Zone we discuss the wildcard weekend results and preview the divisional round in the NFL. We also discuss the NBA and NHL and we try a new segment where Jeff put's some topics on the table and we discuss.
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak with Lance Cryderman, Boccia Canada athlete who recently returned to the sport after a hiatus and will now represent Canada in the 2019 season. We also wrap up the 2019 world Junior hockey championships, and preview wildcard weekend in the NFL.
This week on The Neutral Zone we speak with Canadian Hockey League commentator Sam Cosentino about all things world juniors, we also discuss the final results from the Canadian Tire Para Ice Hockey event in London Ontario and we also chat the NFL and preview week 15.
This week we discuss the Canadian Tire Para Ice Hockey Tournament that happen this week and preview the gold-medal game. We also discuss all things NHL including Ryan Reeves hit on Tom Wilson should we feel bad? Or did he get what he deserved?
This week on the neutral zone by request we are going to give you an idea of how the neutral zone came to be. We will close the book on the 2018 CFL season. We also discuss the William Nylander situation, and Josh Donaldson signs a one-year deal with the Atlanta Braves.
This week on The Neutral Zone, Brock returns as host and discuss the 2018 Canadian Boccia championships, the NHL the NBA and they preview the Grey cup.
Bret Wills fills in as host. This week we discuss the Canadian football league playoffs the National Hockey League, NFL and whether or not Calgary should host another Olympic and Paralympic games in 2026.
We speak with Lowell Taylor who was the first individual with vision loss to participate in the amazing race Canada and he’s also a cycling athlete with his sites set on Tokyo 2020. The Ottawa Senators and Uber are in the news we'll tell you why!
This week on the neutral zone we speak with President and CEO of Easter Seals Ontario Kevin Collins about the Celebrity Hockey Classic Series. We also give you an update of some of the results of the cruiser’s cup happening in Brampton Ontario. Plus, we talk some NFL NHL and NBA.
This week on the neutral zone we speak with Matt Larkin from hockey news. We also discuss the World Series and the Blue Jays new manager. There was quite the eventful week in the NBA we will sort through all of it, and we tell you about the games coming up in the NHL on Saturday night.
This week on the neutral zone we speak with UFC analyst Robin Black. We also talk all things National Hockey League, MLB playoffs and the Toronto Raptors.