My Prince George Now: Recent Episodes
My Prince George Now
Check out daily for new podcasts ranging from local stories, interviews with the PG Cougars and all the great things that happen here in Prince George, British Columbia!
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb. During the episode, he discussed several topics including: Final thoughts on Portland series; inability to get past them in playoffs Considering the season a success despite falling short End of the Heidt/Ziemmer era; increased difficulty this season due to stronger conference Off season preparations with drafts and the arrival of the Penticton Vees Josh Ravensbergen Thoughts on becoming a desirable player destination with WHL You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cariboo Cougars U-18 head coach and President of the PG Cougars Alumni Association Tyler Brough. During the episode, he discussed several topics including: Controversial ending to BCMML Finals against Okanagan Winning and losing big games; assessing first two games against Portland Cariboo players making the transition to junior hockey; recruitment efforts for next season Projecting talent long-term; rise of Nico Myatovic Cougars Alumni Golf Tournament this summer You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb. During the episode, he discussed several topics including: Wrap up of the regular season Weekend results against Victoria The final playoff run for Cougars core group Development of Viliam Kmec Playing Portland in Round one; 2-3-2 format Josh Ravensbergen’s playoff experience against the Winterhawks You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guests this week are Cougars all-time points leader Riley Heidt and all-time goals leader Koehn Ziemmer. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: WHL careers winding down and heading to the pro level, Breaking Prince George Cougars records, Memorable goals and highlights from time with the Cougars, Team travel, Pizza goals, Ziemmer’s ankle injury and recovery, Emotions of Cougars Fight Cancer night, Favourite and least-favourite WHL arenas to play in, You can also find this podcast wherever you get your podcasts from.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cole Waldie, Director of Broadcasting and Public Relations. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: School visits with the Cougars, Preparing for a broadcast, Starting in broadcasting with the Cariboo Cougars, and going from the Prince George Spruce Kings, to the Prince George Cougars, Baseball career and playing with New York Mets prospect Jared Young, Calling last year’s game six against Portland, Memorable goal calls, Best and worst broadcast locations You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Taylor Dakers, Director of Business and Goaltending Coach for the Prince George Cougars. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: The success of Cougars Fight Cancer night, The business side of the Prince George Cougars The upcoming retro weekend, Specialty jerseys, The team’s 50/50 success, Preparing for the playoffs both on the ice and in the front office, Josh Ravensbergen’s play throughout the season, You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Dan Hamhuis, a former and now part-owner of the Prince George Cougars and a soon to be BC Hockey Hall of Famer. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Going into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame, Adjusting to life after hockey, The 4 Nations Faceoff and his international experience, The current state of the Prince George Cougars. His time with the Prince George Cougars. Joining the Cougars after initially coming to Prince George to join the Spruce Kings. You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Ronnie Shuker (Part 2), author, editor, freelance writer and editor at large at the Hockey News. Shuker embarked on an eight-month cross-country journey going to rinks across Canada for his book The Country and the Game: 30,000 Miles of Hockey Stories. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Starting his journey in Newfoundland; chatting with Terry Ryan Jr and Sr. Discovering the underground hockey and roller hockey community in Haida Gwaii Passion for hockey in First Nation communities; fondness of the prairies and spending time with the Hutterite community in Manitoba Travelling from Stewart to Prince George, catching a Cougars playoff game; making contact with former bus driver Ralph Posteraro Last hockey game with his Dad in Kamloops You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Ronnie Shuker, author, editor, freelance writer […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guests this week is ex-NHL’er, former Cougars player, and co-owner […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars associate coach Jim Playfair During […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cariboo Hockey General Manager Trevor Sprague. […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Director of Scouting Bob Simmonds. […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Director of Business and Goalie […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Athletic Therapist and Strength and […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Athletic Therapist and Strength and […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Dan O’Connor, the Sports Information and […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cariboo Cougars U-18 head coach and […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guests this week are Cougars production caller Darnell Toth and […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cami Kepke, the WHL’s Manager of […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Director of Business and Goalie […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars account executive and video coach […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Director of Scouting Bob Simmonds. […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Director of Scouting Bob Simmonds. […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars.Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Goaltending Coach and Director of Business Taylor Dakers.[caption id="attachment_164042" align="alignright" width="300"] Taylor Dakers - courtesy of PG Cougars (Photo by James Doyle)[/caption]During the episode, both discussed several topics including:* The acquisition of 19-year-old goaltender Cooper Michaluk from the Spokane Chiefs * Cougars' star goaltender Josh Ravenbergen and his NHL Draft year and his chance at being on the World Juniors Team this year. * The Cougars' goaltending tandem of Ravensbergen and Michaluk * The team and their chances at being the top team in the BC Division * Season ticket sales being up for the season and where season ticket holders come from, as well as how many people are buying the flex pass tickets * Feature nights for the season, bringing attendance up * Adjusting to the new sound system at the CN Centre * Feedback from the fans
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_174156" align="alignright" width="300"] (Jim Playfair chatting with Hartley Miller during a recording of the Cat Scan Podcast. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars associate coach Jim PlayfairDuring the episode, both discussed several topics including:* Becoming a movie star during a trip to Bali over the summer for the filming of Influencers 2 * On being approached by the San Jose Sharks in the off season * Takeaways against Spokane during the opening weekend * Valuable experience gained for the Cougars younger players with guys away at NHL camps * Preparing players for NHL training camps * On the winning mentality of the Cougars after last year's record-breaking campaign
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107801" align="alignright" width="300"] Hartley Miller talks with Cougars GM/Head Coach Mark Lamb. (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Reflecting on last season, resetting for 2024-25 * Early season roster flux * Handicapping the regular season from a league perspective * Goaltending situation with Josh Ravensbergen as clear-cut starter * The strength of the Cougars organization (draft capital and prospects pool) * Staying in contact with current and former players
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Director of Business and goalie coach Taylor Dakers.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Fall out from a damaging article from the Prince George Citizen, suggesting the team is for sale and could re-locate to Chilliwack * Damage control with fans, corporate sponsorship and subsequent statement and story calling out the Citizen's inaccurate report. * On a member of six-person ownership group possibly looking at selling or seeking the market value of his shares * On the possibility of bidding for a future Memorial Cup (2029) * Season ticket sales outpacing last year; explaining ticket structure for 2024-25 season * Thoughts on the bright future of Josh Ravensbergen
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107801" align="alignright" width="300"] Hartley Miller talks with Cougars GM/Head Coach Mark Lamb. (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* The aftermath of losing in the Western Conference Final to Portland in six games * Exit meetings with the players; growing as a group * Importance of sustained success; departure of Hudson Thornton * On the possibility of having eight 20-year-olds heading into camp next year * Retooling roster with a full slate of prospects * Summer plans/the future of Associate coach Jim Playfair
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Director of Business and goalie coach Taylor Dakers.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Assessment of Game 3 against Portland; play of goalies in the playoffs * Josh Ravensbergen's development since the start of the season; Ty Young handling back up role like a pro * Analyzing Winterhawks netminder Jan Spunar; pros and cons of 2-3-2 series format * Challenges of sold-out crowds; home game attendance * Season ticket renewals; volume of out of town fans attending home games * Growth of relationships with several Indigenous communities and corporate sponsorship
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_196204" align="alignright" width="300"] The voice of the Portland Winterhawks Nick Marek.[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Portland Winterhawks Director Broadcasting and Media Relations Nick Marek.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Reflecting on the two January matchups in Prince George; the tone being set for the Western Conference Final on Friday * The lack of WHL championships for the Winterhawks in recent years but plenty of playoff experience * Defeating a depleted Everett team; preparing for a high-pressure first two games against the Cougars * Portland goalie Jan Spunar on being the potential X-Factor in the series * Balanced scoring lineup; impact of Detroit Red Wings first-rounder Nate Danielson * His relationship with Mike Johnston; dealing with Veterans Memorial Coliseum availability
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107801" align="alignright" width="300"] Hartley Miller talks with Cougars GM/Head Coach Mark Lamb. (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Thoughts on making the final four; wrap up of Kelowna series * Portland sweeping Everett; approach to preparing for Winterhawks * Goalie matchup and likely hood both Ty Young and Josh Ravensbergen seeing action * Fan support on the road * Value of home ice advantage * Series schedule, how both teams mirror one another
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_195599" align="alignright" width="300"] Jessica Speziale and Darnell Toth on the Cat Scan Podcast. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff[/caption]Hartley's guests this week are Cougars production caller Darnell Toth and in-game host and Corporate Sales rep Jessica Speziale.During the episode, both discussed several topics including:* What goes into the game-day experience/making hockey the star (Darnell) * Difference in the playoffs, communications with fans (Darnell/Jessica) * Crowd involvement with O'Canada (Jessica) * Freshening up the pre-game show (Darnell/Jessica) * Musical ventures (Jess) * Different/Strange ideas from fans (Darnell/Jessica)
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107801" align="alignright" width="300"] Hartley Miller talks with Cougars GM/Head Coach Mark Lamb. (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Final thoughts on Spokane series * Lack of upsets in Round 1; Round 2 overview * The team's business-like approach after sweeping Chiefs * Recent play from the Rockets * Individual success of several players including Ondrej Becher * Dealing with a nine-day layoff
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_172479" align="alignright" width="300"] (Photo credit Erica Perreaux)[/caption]Hartley's guest is Cougars alum forward Chase Wheatcroft.During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including:* Reliving the overtime winner against Tri-City in last year's playoffs * His first season with the AHL's Texas Stars; life in Cedar Park and the importance of hockey in Texas * Zac Funk's big year; keeping tabs with former teammates and other Western leaguers * Adjusting to life as a pro; game-day and practice routines * Flying commercial as an AHL player; going through the decision-making process of signing with an NHL team.
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107801" align="alignright" width="300"] Hartley Miller talks with Cougars GM/Head Coach Mark Lamb. (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* On finishing first in the WHL Regular Season; digesting team records established * Depth of their offense * Use of Koehn Ziemmer; potential return on top-line * The league's involvement in 2-3-2 series format against Spokane * The choice between Ty Young or Josh Ravensbergen for Game 1 * Dealing with the pressure of being favourites; emergence of Ondrej Becher
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Director of Business and goalie coach Taylor Dakers.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Success as a team; records that have been set * Importance of sustaining success and a long playoff run * Goaltending situation heading into playoffs; decision-making process behind who starts * Average attendance growth; playoff ticket pricing * Success against Victoria * Zac Funk's success, ticket price comparisons and team expenses
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_44471" align="alignright" width="300"] File Photo: Ty Edmonds stands strong for his 100th WHL-career win 3-1 over Kamloops in 2016-17 | Kazha Cullen Photography[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars alumni and franchise leader in wins by a goaltender Ty EdmondsDuring the episode, he discussed several topics including:* On becoming a new Dad * Coming back to Prince George after his playing days * Similarities between himself and Josh Ravensbergen * Looking back on the 2016-17 season; playing university hockey in Lethbridge * Change in ownership; being drafted by Cougars in 9th round * Starting junior career in Manitoba with Virden Oil Capitals; impact Sean Murray (former Cougars goalie coach who passed away in November) had in his development
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.Hartley's guest this week is Cougars alumni and former player Quinn Hancock.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* On his single-season goal-scoring record being broken by Zac Funk after 26 years * Following the Cougars more due to the record and success of the team * Starting his junior career with the Spruce Kings, playing for Dale Marquette * Shifting to centre as a pro playing in Germany, Finland, and Sweden; making tax-free money overseas * Not missing a shift after being hit by Cory Sarich in Prince George * Coaching at Edge Academy with former Kamloops Blazers star blueliner Micki Dupont
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107801" align="alignright" width="300"] Hartley Miller talks with Cougars GM/Head Coach Mark Lamb. (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Importance of finishing first in the Western Conference * Chasing more milestones * Josh Ravensbergen continuing to win games in Cougars net * Success of younger players; update on Koehn Ziemmer * On the value of being the best PG Cougars team ever * Players who flew under the radar during the season
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_192176" align="alignright" width="300"] PG Cougars account executive Dylan Lukinchuk on the Cat Scan Podcast. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars account executive Dylan LukinchukDuring the episode, both discussed several topics including:* Dealing with season members and welcoming fan feedback * On being brought on as Cougars video coordinator; previous scouting background with Sherwood Park Crusaders * Playing baseball with Cole Waldie growing up as well as spending time with him on the road * Approach as video coach; preparing the Cougars for each opponent * The popularity of flex packs among fans; preparing to sell playoff packages * Game-worn jersey collection
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_174156" align="alignright" width="300"] (Jim Playfair chatting with Hartley Miller during a recording of the Cat Scan Podcast. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars associate coach Jim PlayfairDuring the episode, both discussed several topics including:* Emotion swings in Saturday's 9-6 win over Victoria * Goaltending situation is still unsettled * Defensive play connectivity; how to get top players buying into defensive roles * Importance of video coach Dylan Lukinchuk * His approach with players in 3-4 segments; making them play with confidence * On becoming a team that expects to win every game
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_191556" align="alignright" width="300"] Cougar forwards Carlin Dezainde (black hat), Terik Parascak (grey toque) chat with Hartley Miller on this week's episode of the Cat Scan Podcast. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff[/caption]Hartley's guests this week are Cougar forwards Carlin Dezainde and Terik ParascakDuring the episode, both discussed a number of topics including:* Sunday's hard-fought win against Kamloops * Parascak's success as a rookie * Both players growing up in Calgary and Lethbridge respectively * Dezainde dealing with a torn labrum * Parascak's experience at the CHL Top Prospects Game in Moncton, New Brunswick * On Portland and Everett being the biggest threats to the Cougars in the Western Conference
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_70387" align="alignright" width="300"] File Photo of Eric Brewer, co-owner of the Prince George Cougars | My PG Now Staff.[/caption]Hartley's guests this week is ex-NHL'er, former Cougars player, and co-owner Eric BrewerDuring the episode, he discussed a number of topics including:* On and off-ice success this season * Attending the Portland games in person; continued interaction with Mark Lamb * On being among one of the best teams in the WHL * Learning from past playoff experiences; building organizational stability * What he has learned since becoming an owner; what has been most impressive to him this season
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_190609" align="alignright" width="300"] Zac Funk (left) and Riley Heidt (right) of the PG Cougars chat with Hartley Miller during an episode of the Cat Scan Podcast. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff[/caption]Hartley's guests this week are the Cougars top two scorers Riley Heidt and Zac FunkDuring the episode, both discussed a number of topics including:* Splitting the weekend set against the Portland Winterhawks * Funk on being a Cougar since being acquired from the Calgary Hitmen * How the current coaching structure fits the team's identity; avoiding slumps/enjoying wins (Heidt/Funk) * Funk and Heidt talking about their midget playing days * When Funk anticipates signing an NHL contract
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107804" align="alignright" width="300"] Cougars Head Coach and GM Mark Lamb (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including:* High prices at the WHL Trade Deadline * Making 14 trades over the past year; not dealing 1st rounders * Depth options throughout the lineup at forward * Intangibles of overage blueliner Chase Pauls; going behind the scenes on how a trade works * Difference in team culture over the past few seasons
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan![caption id="attachment_174157" align="alignright" width="225"] Jim Playfair on the Cat Scan podcast. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff[/caption]This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.Hartley's guest this week is longtime NHL coach, Fort Saint James product, and Cougars Associate Coach Jim Playfair.During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including:* Spengler Cup experience, spending the holidays in Switzerland * Team chemistry in a short tournament; passion and energy of European crowds * Experience working with junior-aged players after 40 games with PG Cougars * Goaltending success; curfew differences between home and road * Trade deadline acquisitions Chase Pauls and Borya Valis
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_188926" align="alignright" width="300"] PG Cougars co-owner and President John Pateman. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars co-owner and President John Pateman for part two of his chat.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Team budget for the Cougars consists of three million dollars during the regular season * Revenue generation as well as the rising attendance at Cougars home games. The ripple effect of winning. * The Cougars spending upwards of $200,000 per year to assist former players with their studies through the WHL Scholarship program. * How the ownership group survived the COVID period * What he has learned since becoming a co-owner
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_188926" align="alignright" width="300"] PG Cougars co-owner and President John Pateman. Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars co-owner and President John PatemanDuring the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Born in England, growing up in Kamloops, and early playing days * Moving to Prince George in 1979, going into business with Greg Pocock and Ray Fortier * Poor drafts prior to Bob Simmonds being given the final say on selections by general manager Mark Lamb * Other ideas to get to know the fans, the possibility of a noon game in the future, and the success of the 6 pm start times on Saturday * Being a Vancouver Canucks season ticket holder since the 1980s'
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_107804" align="alignright" width="300"] Cougars Head Coach and GM Mark Lamb (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including:* First-half success, being most pleased with goals against and team play * On Riley Heidt's performance following World Junior camp snub by Hockey Canada * Zac Funk's breakout season and success on the power play * Possibly adding another 20-year-old before WHL Trade Deadline * Josh Ravensbergen taking control of the crease
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.[caption id="attachment_114825" align="alignright" width="300"] Cariboo Cougars Head Coach and Former PG Cougar Tyler Brough is this week's guest on the Cat Scan Podcast. (Photo supplied by Brendan Pawliw, MyPGNow.com staff)[/caption]Hartley's guest this week is Cariboo Cougars U-18 head coach and President of the PG Cougars Alumni Association Tyler Brough.During the episode, he discussed several topics including:* Sitting atop the BC Elite Hockey League's U-18 standings with the Cariboo Cougars; deciding not to go to Circle K Tournament in Calgary * Being an "eye in the sky" for the Prince George Cougars; a recent job change * Jim Playfair's influence; Riley Heidt getting snubbed from Canada's World Junior selection camp * Coaching aspirations at the junior level; outdoor game in Fort Saint James next month against Okanagan Rockets * Planning for the 2024 PG Cougars Charity Golf Tournament
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is the Regina Pats Manager, Broadcast & Hockey Communications Dante De Caria
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Early broadcasting start in Ottawa * Watching Connor Bedard on a nightly basis, marveling at his accomplishments * The volume of media and public appearance requests Bedard gets on a daily basis * Stint with the BCHL's Powell River Kings * What we don't know about Connor Bedard/pros and cons of keeping or trading him at the WHL Trade Deadline
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Head Coach and General Manager Mark Lamb.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Early thoughts on the team's 10-9-0-0 record * Offensive success, inconsistent play, and power play chemistry. * Acquisition of Cole Dubinsky from the Regina Pats * The scouting report on Koehn Ziemmer and Riley Heidt for NHL teams looking to draft them * Addition of Jim Playfair to the coaching staff
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Director of Ticket Sales Kevin Patenaude.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Ticket price changes boosted experiences * Biggest season ticket holders * The new all-in mentality among office staff for new ideas; * Mega 50/50 Jackpot nights; promotional suggestions/ideas from fans * Possibility of a women in hockey night
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Lynne Van Roode, the WHL Off-Ice Officials Volunteer Co-ordinator (Prince George)
During the episode, she discussed a number of topics including: * Running a crew of 14 people for each home game * Roles and responsiblities as well as being impartial * Tense situations during or after a game * Difficult and easiest jobs to train for * Can you excel as an off-ice official without hockey knowledge?
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Lynne Van Roode, the WHL Off-Ice Officials Volunteer Co-ordinator (Prince George)
During the episode, she discussed a number of topics including: * Running a crew of 14 people for each home game * Roles and responsiblities as well as being impartial * Tense situations during or after a game * Difficult and easiest jobs to train for * Can you excel as an off-ice official without hockey knowledge?
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars captain Ethan Samson.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Individual and team progress with the Cats over the past four years * Season expectations from a player's point of view * Team chemistry on and off the ice * Getting selected by the Cougars in the prospects draft; first NHL camp with Philadelphia Flyers * Competing against elite players such as Kamloops Blazers sniper Logan Stankoven
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars captain Ethan Samson. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Individual and team progress with the Cats over the past four years Season expectations from a player’s point of view Team chemistry on and off the ice Getting selected by the Cougars in the prospects draft; first NHL camp with Philadelphia Flyers Competing against elite players such as Kamloops Blazers sniper Logan Stankoven You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars captain Ethan Samson.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Individual and team progress with the Cats over the past four years * Season expectations from a player's point of view * Team chemistry on and off the ice * Getting selected by the Cougars in the prospects draft; first NHL camp with Philadelphia Flyers * Competing against elite players such as Kamloops Blazers sniper Logan Stankoven
You can also find this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and TuneIn.
Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Associate Coach Josh Dixon.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Off-season in Ontario * Growth as a team; breaking down the season into seven-game segments * Special teams struggles; the importance of the penalty kill * Team philosophy when facing adversity * Giving players the best opportunity to move up
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cariboo Hockey General Manager Trevor Sprague.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Hockey Canada fallout * Acceptable conduct for players within Cariboo Hockey * Stepping aside as head coach; the difficulty of breaking into junior hockey as an assistant coach due to low salaries * Relationship with the PG Cougars and Prince George Spruce Kings * Overview of Cariboo hockey teams/Northern Capitals; preview of Winter Classic weekend for 2023
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Director of Scouting Bob Simmonds.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * His relationship with Queen Elizabeth II; rules and protocols when dealing with the Royal Family * Training and planning involved when escorting high-profile dignitaries * Encounters with the Prime Ministers of Canada, Finland as well as US President Bill Clinton * Significant expectations for the Cougars * Development of captain Ethan Samson
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Assistant Coach Carter Rigby.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Brief stint with the Cougars as a player before being dealt to Kelowna * Previous ties to Mark Lamb; playing for him in Swift Current * On being hired by the Cougars less than two weeks before the WHL season began * His role with the Cats and the approach he takes with the players * Differences between Junior B/WHL players; most influential coach growing up
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Head Coach and General Manager Mark Lamb.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * His contract extension with the Cougars; front-office shakeup * 20-year-old additions of Chase Wheatcroft and Noah Boyko as well as Craig Armstrong trade * How to distribute ice time among their young players * Early indications on how players have looked * Goaltending situation going forward
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is the new play-by-play voice of the Cougars Cole Waldie.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Is becoming the voice of the Cougars his dream job? * Gradual rise through the ranks including stints in U-18 and the BCHL * Differences in the job scope with the Cougars and PG Spruce Kings * Thoughts on going back to an in-person post-game show again * Preparation as a broadcaster * Desire to go pro
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Welcome to Hartley's Cat Scan!
This is a weekly podcast featuring the 'who's who' of the Prince George Cougars.
Hartley's guest this week is Cougars Director of Business Operations Taylor Dakers.
During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: * Making the Cougars more visible in the community * Improving the fan experience at CN Centre including a new 19+ section * Changes to child ticket prices * On Ty Young and Tyler Brennan getting selected in the NHL Draft this summer * 6 pm start times on Saturday home games * Tailgate parties during the home opening weekend against Tri-City
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Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Deserving a better fate against Portland Dealing with adversity throughout the season Performance […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Director of Scouting Bob Simmonds. During the episode, he spoke about a number of topics including: Final Preparations for the upcoming WHL Prospects Draft Amount of 16-year-olds enjoying success in […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Importance of big wins against Kamloops and Victoria Goaltending situation heading into playoff […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars associate coach Josh Dixon. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Birth of new son Scoreboard watching A critical win against Victoria The final weekend of the […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Director of Player Development Steve O’Rourke. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: His role with the current players and prospects The volume of prospects who end up […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Director of Business Iain Scott. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Recent promotions Increasing player access Adapting to COVID times Mega 50/50 jackpots Fan Appreciation Night You […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is co-owner Eric Brewer. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Assessment of the team Keeping emotions in check while watching as an owner Attendance, winning the fans back […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Manager of Merchandise Tanya Lamb. During the episode, she discussed a number of topics including: Most sought after items from fans The type of merchandise requests she receives Best/least favourite hockey […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Stuart Kemp, President of the Portland Winterhawks Booster Club. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Flying to the Winterhawks games in PG at the end of February […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is the WHL’s Vice-President of Hockey Richard Doerksen. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: League challenges due to pandemic/ins and outs of WHL schedule Late April start to […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars Head Coach and General Manager Mark Lamb. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Challenges of icing a full lineup this season One game at a time […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars part-owner John Pateman During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: His assessment of the team this season Team Financials/League Attendance Greg Pocock’s current position with the team […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is former Cougars Owner Rick Brodsky. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Relationship with the media, being told he was too cheap to fly during a road trip […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is former Cougars Owner Rick Brodsky. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: His family bought the Saskatoon Blades in 1976, ran the team from 1980-to 1992 Inheriting a […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Head Coach and General Manager Mark Lamb. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Thoughts on the 1st half of the season The WHL Trade Deadline/Taylor Gauthier deal […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Lynne Van Roode, the WHL Off-Ice Officials Volunteer Co-ordinator (Prince George) During the episode, she discussed a number of topics including: Roles and responsibilities for each off-ice official for each game […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars goaltending coach and former Kootenay Ice star netminder Taylor Dakers. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: On the Cougars trading Taylor Gauthier His journey to becoming […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is former Cougars Head Coach and current Kamloops Blazers Associate coach Mark Holick. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Tenures with the PG Cougars/Kootenay Ice/Syracuse Crunch (AHL) Italy […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest this week is Head Coach and General Manager Mark Lamb. During the episode, he discussed a number of topics including: Going into the Christmas break on a winning note Early outlook on the Western […]
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan! This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars. Hartley’s guest is Cariboo Cougars U-18 Head Coach and former PG Cougar Tyler Brough. Tyler discussed a number of topics including: Up and down first half to the season with the Cariboo Cougars Living up to […]