Episodes

Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Welcome to "Centre Ice: The Hockey Alberta Podcast"! Host Kara Spady takes you behind the scenes of the exciting world of hockey in Alberta. In Episode 31, Kara sits down with Hockey Alberta's Chief Executive Officer, Rob Litwinski, as they dive into the thrilling anticipation of the 2023-2024 season. Tune in to catch up on the highlights from the previous season and get a sneak peek at the upcoming improvements and innovative initiatives set to make this season unforgettable. Don't miss out on the latest hockey buzz as the puck drop for the 2023/24 season approaches!

Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Hockey Alberta - Centre Ice Podcast - Episode 30 - Kendra Jessie
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Join host Kara Spady in a special episode of The Hockey Alberta Centre Ice Podcast as she chats with Kendra Jessie, diving into the world of hockey and exploring her unique journey and perspectives within the sport. Tune in to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and gain insights into Kendra's life and rich experiences on and off the ice. Don't miss this captivating discussion on the 30th episode!

Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Hockey Alberta - Centre Ice Podcast - Episode 29 - Chris Cederstrand
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Welcome back to Hockey Alberta Centre Ice with your host Kara Spady. In this episode, Kara sits down with Chris Cederstrand to discuss his incredible journey in hockey and beyond. From his time on the CBC reality TV show Canada's Ultimate Challenge, to playing in the Western Hockey League and becoming a firefighter, Chris has faced many challenges and triumphs throughout his life. However, a life-altering accident led to him becoming an above the knee amputee, and ultimately, to a career in para hockey. Join Kara and Chris as they explore the importance of resilience, determination, and passion in the face of adversity. This is an episode you won't want to miss on Hockey Alberta Centre Ice.

Friday Mar 31, 2023
Friday Mar 31, 2023
Welcome to Hockey Alberta Centre Ice with your host Kara Spady. In this episode, Kara sits down with children's book author Jeff McClean to discuss his new book titled "Who's Hockey". This heartwarming story of acceptance is part of a partnership between Hockey Alberta and the NHL, and is the first of eight books that deal with the NHL's Eight Declarations of Principles. Join Kara and Jeff as they delve into the importance of acceptance in hockey and beyond, and the impact that these books can have on young readers. Don't miss this inspiring conversation on Hockey Alberta Centre Ice.

Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
In episode 27 of the Centre Ice Podcast host, Kara Spady chats with Saroya Tinker Co-Founder & Executive Director of Black Girl Hockey Club Canada

Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Centre Ice Episode 26
Hockey Gives Back with guest Jesse Hale General Manager of the AEHL's Calgary Northstars

Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Centre Ice The Hockey Alberta Podcast sits down with Bryden Burrell and Brett Kelly to learn about Rule 11.4 on Maltreatment Awareness Day.

Thursday Oct 06, 2022
Thursday Oct 06, 2022
Join us as we drop the puck on Season 3 of the Centre Ice Podcast! In this episode Kevin Strybosch hosts our annual interview with Rob Litwinski the Chief Executive Officer of Hockey Alberta.

Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Episode Twenty-Three: The Spring Showcase (With Hanna Paquette & Morgan Klimchuck)
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Episode 23 of the Centre Ice Podcasts features 2017 Alberta Challenge alumna and 2022 Alberta Challenge Apprentice Coach Hanna Paquette, as well as 2010 Alberta Cup and 2011 Canada Winter Games alumnus Morgan Klimchuk, who is set to coach at the 2022 Prospects Cup.
Hockey Alberta's 2022 Spring Showcase kicks off on April 28, with the Alberta Cup (April 28-May 1), the Alberta Challenge (May 5-8) and Prospects Cup (May 12-15), all at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer.
Episode Links: National Volunteer Week > | Lloydminster U13 Female Blazers Win Chevy Good Deeds Cup > | Team Alberta U16 Male Coaching Staff Announced > | Hlinka Gretzky Tickets On Sale > | KidSport Hockey Assist Program >

Friday Mar 25, 2022
Friday Mar 25, 2022
With the Hockey Alberta Provincial Championships, presented by ATB, officially underway across the province, Episode 22 of the Centre Ice Podcast features ATB's VP, Community Initiatives, John Windwick, who also sits on the Hockey Alberta Foundation's Board of Directors as past chair. (3:03 - 25:22)
The episode also features the podcast's first 17-person interview, as the entire Lloydminster U13 Female 3 Blazers, who are Alberta's finalist in this year's Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup, join the show to chat about their initiative to make the rinks in Lloydminster more accessible for everyone. (30:16 - 42:45)
Episode Links: Hockey Alberta Provincial Championships > | Progressive 50/50 Draw > | Spring Showcase Volunteer Application > | Graduating... What's Next - Online Seminar > | Future Coaches Program (Online) > | Future Coaches Program (Calgary) >| Vote for the Lloydminster U13 Female Blazers to win the Chevy Good Deeds Cup >