Episode 6 - Road to Tokyo - Keegan Pereira

Episode 8 - Road to Tokyo - Kelly Vanry [BONUS]

In the final episode of Season one, Ali Baggott interviews the traveling manager of the Men's National Team, Kelly Vanry. She gives the inside scoop on what it's like to tour with the team. She recounts tales from the tours, identifies the team's biggest snacker and takes us on the road as she supports the Olympic journey from pitch-side. Season one of the Scoop will follow the Men's National Team on their Road to Tokyo. Each episode will feature an interview with an athlete or coach and will be centred around their hockey experiences and their preparation for the Tokyo Olympic Games. CO-HOSTS: Kevin Underhill and Ali Baggott PRESENTING SPONSOR: Gryphon Hockey [https://www.gryphonhockey.com/] THEME MUSIC: Adam Hesh [https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dkCbv0Qg69IWzeOsVcuVk]

Episode 7 - Road to Tokyo - Scott Sandison [BONUS]

In today's special bonus episode, Kevin Underhill interviews 2008 Olympian and CBC Analyst Scott Sandison. First and foremost they chat about how to watch and follow the Tokyo Games, as Sandison will be on the mic for CBC. He comments on his career and what makes the Olympics so special. Other topics explored include the pipeline of men's hockey players in Canada, and the importance of experience at major games. Season one of the Scoop will follow the Men's National Team on their Road to Tokyo. Each episode will feature an interview with an athlete or coach and will be centred around their hockey experiences and their preparation for the Tokyo Olympic Games. CO-HOSTS: Kevin Underhill and Ali Baggott PRESENTING SPONSOR: Gryphon Hockey [https://www.gryphonhockey.com/] THEME MUSIC: Adam Hesh [https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dkCbv0Qg69IWzeOsVcuVk?si=zvm2kpWCTbG-f1XBFz3i0Q&dl_branch=1]

Episode 6 - Road to Tokyo - Keegan Pereira

In today's episode, Ali Baggott checks in with Keegan Pereira. Keegan was born in India and played his first international cap as a member of the Canadian Men's National Team against India in 2009! What a moment! Since that dramatic moment, he's played a part of every major MNT storyline. The super-skilled Canadian midfielder has played domestically and abroad and talks about his experience growing up in Ontario and falling in love with the sport. Season one of the Scoop will follow the Men's National Team on their Road to Tokyo. Each episode will feature an interview with an athlete or coach and will be centred around their hockey experiences and their preparation for the Tokyo Olympic Games. CO-HOSTS: Kevin Underhill and Ali Baggott PRESENTING SPONSOR: Gryphon Hockey [https://www.gryphonhockey.com/] THEME MUSIC: Adam Hesh [https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dkCbv0Qg69IWzeOsVcuVk?si=3_ofbKNNQP-YhqD0LqRafA&dl_branch=1]

Episode 5 - Road to Tokyo - Matt Sarmento

In today's episode, Field Hockey Canada's Kevin Underhill chats with veteran Red Caribou forward Matt Sarmento [http://www.fieldhockey.ca/athlete/matthew-sarmento/]. Matt made a meteoric rise to the top of the Canadian game during the mid 2010s. Getting his start in ice hockey and baseball, Matt talks about his transition to field hockey, his passion for sport and his Olympic dreams. He reflects on major milestones in his career including the 2016 Rio Olympics and walks us through some of the challenges and opportunities of the last year. Season one of the Scoop will follow the Men's National Team on their Road to Tokyo. Each episode will feature an interview with an athlete or coach and will be centred around their hockey experiences and their preparation for the Tokyo Olympic Games. CO-HOSTS: Kevin Underhill and Ali Baggott PRESENTING SPONSOR: Gryphon Hockey [https://www.gryphonhockey.com/] THEME MUSIC: Adam Hesh [https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dkCbv0Qg69IWzeOsVcuVk]

Episode 4 - Road to Tokyo - Antoni Kindler

In today's episode, Field Hockey Canada's Ali Baggott goes one-on-one with Men's National Team goalkeeper, Antoni Kindler. Kindler talks about some of the unique facets of being a keeper in today's international game. Kindler got his first international cap in 2008 and her currently stands on the precipice of 100. He reflects on some key moments throughout his career including his crucial performance in the 2019 Olympic Qualifier. Season one of the Scoop will follow the Men's National Team on their Road to Tokyo. Each episode will feature an interview with an athlete or coach and will be centred around their hockey experiences and their preparation for the Tokyo Olympic Games. CO-HOSTS: Kevin Underhill and Ali Baggott PRESENTING SPONSOR: Gryphon Hockey [https://www.gryphonhockey.com/] THEME MUSIC: Adam Hesh [https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dkCbv0Qg69IWzeOsVcuVk?si=EoHaR78vTkuOi5jeJ66zVw&dl_branch=1]