Pro hockey player survives brain cancer and still play

Inside the Mind of a Football Legend: Chris Walby's Most Memorable Game and Lessons Learned

Chris Walby is our special guest today who is a true legend in Canadian football. Chris Walby played in the CFL for over 16 years, earned numerous awards and accolades, and was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 2003. He's also a respected broadcaster, analyst, and commentator who has covered the sport with CBC and TSN. And for fans of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, he's an icon and a household name. In this episode, we'll dive deep into Chris's remarkable hall of fame career as a football player and broadcaster, exploring his biggest challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned. We'll also discuss the evolution of the CFL over the years, the state of the game today, and what the future may hold. But beyond football, we'll also get to know Chris as a person, hearing about his passions, interests, and values. We'll talk about overcoming adversity, life’s challenges, and what motivates him behind that big personality. You're going to hear it all here so LISTEN IN to another EPISODE of The TeeRap SHOW.

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A standout in B.C. Lacrosse, Ryland Rees comes from a very athletic family. He was the youngest member of the U19 team BC, played at the U19 Team Canada Camp. Played in all 16 games his rookie year in NCAA Div 1 @  New York, Stonybrook University. He was drafted 2nd overall in 2019 NLL draft to the expansion team Rochester Knighthawks after being the 2019 East Defensive Player of the year and first team All-conference selection in 2018 and 2019.  Then he was drafted first pick in the second round to the Waterdogs of the PLL which was also an expansion team and then was part of the Championship team in 2022. He played for Team Canada in the World Lacrosse Championships. I could spend this whole episode just talking about Ryland’s resume, this guy lives and breaths lacrosse. He’s gonna talk about playing in both leagues the NLL & PLL, keys to winning the financial game when you’re not making 7 figures, the tole playing Lacrosse 12 months out of the year takes on your body, what he’s focused on next and how to build mental toughness to stay at the top of your game.. You're going to hear it all here so LISTEN IN to another EPISODE OF The TeeRap SHOW.

Pro hockey player survives brain cancer and still play

Wade Macleod, 0ne of the most incredible stories in professional hockey - a man that had a decorated Div 1 hockey full ride scholarship to Northeastern University scoring 137 points in 149 games. Getting serious offers from AHL teams while playing Div 1. He turns pro enters the AHL, then he has a seizure in 2013 on the ice. FInds out he has a golf ball sized tumour in his brain. Multiple brains surgeries. I mean we talk a lot about strength and overcoming adversity but Wade Macleod is living proof that desire, will power and mental toughness aren't just billboard slogans. They are the core of what his accomplishments say about him. Don't you dare turn the channel, cause you're going to want to listen in to Wade's journey, his battles, overcoming brain cancer, his passion for hockey and how you too can build mental toughness whether that be in sport or business. You're going to hear it all here so LISTEN IN to another EPISODE OF The TeeRap SHOW.

Jason Vega: NFL VS CFL, Mentor says pro-football is a waste of time

Today, we have a very special guest with us, Jason Vega- a true legend of the game of football. He was born and raised in the heart of Boston and went on to become a star player at Northeastern University. From there, he went on to play for two of the most iconic teams in the NFL - the New England Patriots and the Dallas Cowboys. Our guest has had an illustrious career in football, but it's not just his on-field success that makes him stand out. He's also known for his work ethic, dedication, and passion for the game. This guy still crushes workouts at 10PM then goes to play city league football at 11PM. Oh yeah and he’s got 4 kids and a beautiful wife who all look up to him as their hero.  He finished his football career up in the CFL and actually signed a one day contract so that he retired as a Winnipeg, Blue bomber where he currently resides with his family. You're going to hear it all here so WATCH, LISTEN IN to SEASON 1 EPISODE 17 OF The TeeRap SHOW.

Peter De Coppi: University degree to turning pro hockey

Peter De Coppi on today's episode of our podcast, where we have the pleasure of speaking with him about being former professional hockey player.  With an impressive career playing 5 years Junior hockey in Ontario before playing 4 years University and then turning pro and playing down in the southern hockey league, Peter has not only left his mark on the game but also embarking on a successful Law Career now. Throughout this podcast, we'll delve into Peter's journey as a hockey player, discussing his early beginnings, the highs and lows of his career, and the lessons he's learned along the way. We'll also get to know the man behind the player, as Peter shares his personal experiences and insights on life beyond the rink. You're going to hear it all here so LISTEN IN to another episode of The TeeRap SHOW.