Atlantic Sports Wire

Atlantic Sports Wire

Are you ready for great local sports coverage? Join host Scott Squires on the "Atlantic Sports Wire", brought to you by SaltWire. Scott brings you interviews with athletes, coaches, and industry insiders from around the region, so tune in to the "Atlantic Sports Wire" on SaltWire. Local Sports. Local Stories. www.saltwire.com/podcasts

Episodes

May 24, 2024 44 mins
In our latest episode, we sit down with Keegan Mathison, who covers the Toronto Blue Jays for MLB.com. Keegan shares his incredible journey from growing up in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, to becoming a prominent sports journalist in Toronto.

Discover his early passion for baseball, iconic Blue Jays moments, and the current state of the team. Keegan also provides valuable advice for aspiring journalists and offers his thoughts on recent...
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Dive into the remarkable tale of Terry Ryan, the Newfoundland legend who laced up his skates for an unforgettable pro hockey game with the Newfoundland Growlers at the age of 47. In this heart-stirring episode of Atlantic Sports Wire, Terry recounts his extraordinary return to the ice, the roar of the hometown crowd, and the emotional connection with his daughter watching from the stands.

From the unexpected call to suit up, to the ...
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Head Coach Laurie Barron shares his thoughts on the Yarmouth Mariners' season and the upcoming Centennial Cup.

Don't miss out on this exclusive insight from one of the best coaches in the game!


Photo - Tina Comeau, SaltWire
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May 10, 2023 10 mins
Get ready to hear the inspiring journey of Moncton's very own James French, as he sits down with Atlantic Sports Wire to discuss his experience of playing for the Moncton Motion in the ECBL.

From humble beginnings to becoming a force to be reckoned with on the court, this interview is a must-watch for any sports fan!

For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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May 5, 2023 13 mins
Get ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of Nico Abeyta, Truro Tide's fan favourite!

Watch as Nico sits down with the Atlantic Sports Wire to share his amazing story of going from New Mexico to Arizona to now making waves in Truro.

With passion, hard work, and dedication, Nico's journey is sure to leave you cheering!
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May 4, 2023 12 mins
Get ready to hear the inspiring story of Halifax's own Tyler Scott as he shares his basketball journey on the Atlantic Sports Wire!

From playing on local courts to making it big with the Truro Tide, Tyler's passion and dedication will leave you in awe.

Don't miss out on this exciting interview!



For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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May 1, 2023 10 mins
SaltWire's Katy Jean is our guest on the latest episode of the Atlantic Sports Wire podcast as she shares her experience of taking a chilly dip into Halifax Harbour to raise funds for the Special Olympics.

Hear firsthand about the excitement, challenges, and rewards of participating in this inspiring event for a great cause.

More at SaltWire.com/video
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April 28, 2023 10 mins
In this inspiring interview, basketball player O'Savion Buckner shares his experience playing for the Truro Tide and the journey that led him to the Eastern Canadian Basketball League.

Buckner talks about his love for the game, his dedication to training, and the things he's learned along the way.

Fans of basketball won't want to miss this engaging interview.

For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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April 21, 2023 11 mins
Welcome to the Atlantic Sports Wire!

In this episode, we sit down with Armon Benford, a basketball star from Chicago who is now making waves with the Truro Tide.

Join us as we explore Armon's early days on the court and how he developed his skills to become the player he is today.

From playing games in high school and college ball, Armon shares his journey and the things he's faced along the way.

But it's not all about basketball - Arm...
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April 19, 2023 6 mins
Join us for an exclusive interview with Andrew Paris, a sports fan who had the opportunity to witness the stunning renovations at Rogers Centre in Toronto during the team's home opener.

From the new state-of-the-art video board to the upgraded seating and concession areas, Andrew provides a firsthand account of the incredible changes that have transformed the ballpark.

Don't miss this exciting interview on Atlantic Sports Wire and ge...
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April 14, 2023 33 mins
In this episode of Atlantic Sports Wire, we have an in-depth interview with Taylor St. Peters, assistant coach of the Metro West Force Warriors U13AAA team that recently won the Atlantics.

Join us as we dive into the team's journey to success and the strategies they employed to come out on top.

St. Peters shares her insights on coaching young athletes and how to foster a winning mindset. She also talks about the importance of teamwor...
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April 11, 2023 1 min
Are you a fan of volleyball? Do you want to know more about the rising stars of the sport?

Look no further than Atlantic Sports Wire's Quick Questions series, featuring interviews with some of the most talented athletes in the region.

In this episode, we ask some quick questions with Callie Immerkar, the Dal AC female rookie of the year.

Don't miss out on this exclusive interview with one of the most promising young players in the gam...
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April 11, 2023 1 min
Welcome to Quick Questions with Dal AC soccer standout Alex Cornel!

In this segment, we'll be diving into the mind of one of the most talented and dynamic players on the pitch.

So whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or simply curious about the life of a student-athlete, you won't want to miss a second of this exciting interview. Get ready to discover what makes Alex Cornel tick, and why he's such a force to be reckoned with on the f...
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April 10, 2023 4 mins
Join us for an exclusive interview with Moncton Motion head coach, Todd McKillop, as he shares his insights and experiences on coaching basketball in the Atlantic region.

From his winning strategies to his personal inspirations, Coach McKillop provides valuable advice for aspiring coaches and athletes alike in this engaging chat with Atlantic Sports Wire.

For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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April 10, 2023 2 mins
In this episode of the Atlantic Sports Wire, Tim Dauphinee, head coach of the U13A Halifax Hawks, talks about his team's recent gold medal win at the SEDMHA minor hockey tournament.

For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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April 4, 2023 5 mins
The Gulls from Nova Scotia defeated P.E.I.’s Eastern Express in OT at the Atlantic U15 hockey championship in O'Leary, PEI.

The Atlantic Sports Wire was there and spoke with the head coach and the player who scored the overtime winning goal.

Jason Simmonds speaks with Gulls head coach Robert Barrett, and with Aaron Chip, who scored the GWG in OT.


Check out the article from Jason Simmonds:

https://www.saltwire.com/halifax/sports/the-gul...
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April 4, 2023 3 mins
In this episode of the Atlantic Sports Wire, we feature the U13A Halifax Hawks and their recent gold medal win at the SEDMHA minor hockey tournament.
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March 31, 2023 4 mins
On this edition of the #AtlanticSportsWire, we spotlight the Eastern Canadian Basketball League and the Truro Tide.

Saltwire's Brendyn Creamer was at the inaugural game for the league, and we talk about the historic event & the impact on the community.


For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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March 31, 2023 1 min
Ultimate Frisbee player and coach Jennie Korus joins the Atlantic Sports Wire for a bit of fun!

Get to know Jennie Korus a little better and find out what her game day meal is and what sport she'd play other than Ultimate Frisbee.

For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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March 31, 2023 1 min
Grant MacDonald is an Ultimate Frisbee all-star, and he's here to answer a few questions for the Atlantic Sports Wire.

What's his go-to snack? What other sports would he play?

Find out all that and more in this fun Q&A with Grant MacDonald!

For more Atlantic Canadian news, visit https://www.saltwire.com
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