The Scratching Post

In this episode of The Scratching Post, host Arthur Ward sits down with rising track and field star Femi Akinloye — a rookie standout with the Regina Cougars. From setting personal bests under pressure to juggling training, school, and building a budding sports media brand on TikTok, Femi opens up about the challenges of student-athlete life, his future journalism dreams, his deep-rooted faith, and some bold NFL hot takes. Get read...

Episode 11 | In this Episode we sit down with the dynamic and multi-talented Maddy Seida — a veteran of the Women's Basketball team, an aspiring pool player and a unapologetic advocate for authenticity. Maddy tells us how she loves and enjoys the process of learning and that learning new skills is her favourite hobby! She also speaks on how she has navigated the highs and lows of her career and what life skills she has learned ...

Episode 9 | In this episode of The Scratching Post, host Arthur Ward sits down with Brandy West-McMaster, the interim head coach of the Regina Cougars women's hockey team and the 2024-25 Canada West Coach of the Year.

Brandy reflects on her journey from player to coach, discussing the evolution of the game, her coaching philosophy, and the importance of relationship-building with her players. She shares insights on how the team...

Episode 8 | In this episode of The Scratching Post presented by SaskTel, host Arthur Ward sits down with Astrid Baecker, head coach of the University of Regina’s women’s soccer team.

Astrid shares her inspiring journey from being one of the program's founding players to leading the team as head coach. She discusses the evolution of the program, the challenges and rewards of coaching, and the strategies she’s implementing to tak...

Episode 7 | 🚀 Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Scratching Post, presented by SaskTel! Today, we dive into the incredible journey of Natalia McCullough—a dual-sport athlete balancing soccer and track at the University of Regina. 🏃‍♀️⚽ From winning a bronze medal at the Canada West Track & Field Championships to making a triumphant return to soccer, Natalia shares her highs, struggles, and the mindset that keeps her ...

Episode 6 | In this episode of The Scratching Post, host Arthur Ward sits down with multi-sport athlete Brenna Metz, a standout in both basketball and flag football at the University of Regina. Brenna shares her journey from playing high school basketball to becoming a Canadian Collegiate Flag Football All-Star, with ambitions of representing Team Canada at the 2028 Olympics.Brenna discusses the growth of women's flag football,...

Episode 5 | In this electrifying episode of The Scratching Post your host Arthur sits down with Head Coach Mark McConkey of the Regina Rams, fresh off their incredible season! From starting with a below .500 record to clinching the Hardy Cup, Coach McConkey shares the rollercoaster ride of challenges, triumphs, and turning points that defined their journey.🎙️ Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the Rams transformed setbacks into a...

Episode 4 | Join us for an inspiring episode of The Scratching Post, featuring Cougar Basketball alumna Michaela Kleisinger. Michaela reflects on her journey from playing five successful years with the Cougars, including multiple trips to nationals, to her current role as assistant coach. We talk about her unique coaching philosophy, dedication to the Regina basketball community, and her flair for game-day fashion. Whether you'...

Episode 3 | In this episode of The Scratching Post presented by Sasktel, host Arthur Ward sits down with elite cross-country and track athlete Jonathan Podbielski to discuss the unique challenges of cross-country racing. Jonathan shares insights into the importance of mental and physical endurance, the strategic differences between track and cross-country, and how increased mileage builds his aerobic base for the season. They delve...

Episode 2 | Join us in this action-packed episode of The Scratching Post as we sit down with Regina Rams’ offensive lineman Cullen Wagner! From his early days in Lloydminster to dominating on the field at Mosaic Stadium, Cullen gives us a front-row seat to his journey.🔥 Get insider insights on what it takes to excel as an offensive lineman, the thrill of beating rivals, and the mindset needed to pursue the CFL dream. Cullen also s...

Episode 1 | 🌊 From Mauritius to the Olympics: Ovesh Purahoo’s Inspiring Journey 🌟

Join us on The Scratching Post for an unforgettable conversation with Olympic swimmer Ovesh Purahoo! From growing up on the picturesque island of Mauritius to representing his country on the global stage at the Paris Olympics, Ovesh shares his incredible journey. Discover how this Regina Cougars athlete juggles elite-level swimming with studying kine...