4000 And Counting
338 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings4000 and Counting is an Ice Hockey Podcast presented Nicky Watt, co host Mark and producer Graham Hamilton, bringing you interviews from the EIHL, NIHL and from players around the globe. Plus our take on all the current affairs in UK hockey Subscribe to our YouTube Support the podcast and become a patron today patreon.com/4000andcounting
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EP 231 - Medal Gate & Should The NIHL 1 & 2 Playoff Weekend Be Scraped?
April 16, 2023 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBWatty and Mark discuss the lack of trophies at all EIHA playoff events, we discuss if it is time to change the format of the NIHL 1 Playoffs? Poor attendances across the weekend, lack of medals we discuss it all. We also thank those that gave donations in order to get some medals sent out to players. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast sto...
EP 230 - Greg Wood
April 12, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBWatty is joined by Sheffield Steeldogs Head coach Greg Wood to discuss the Steeldogs playoff chances this weekend. We also talk about the Team GB set up and import numbers in the NIHL & EIHL You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow ...
EP 228 - Matt Gomercic
April 12, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBWatty is joined by Matt Gomercic from the RAIDERS IHC after his first season in the UK We also look ahead to this weekend and discuss some of this year's biggest talking points. Sorry for the brutal intro You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then pleas...
EP 229 - Neil Francis
April 12, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBMark and Watty sit down with Neil Francis ahead of the Cardiff Devil vs Sheffield Steelers POFW fixture. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming a patron! https://www.patreon.com/4000andcounting Support the show
EP 227 - Jamal Watson
April 12, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBWatty and Mark are joined by EIHL first team all star Jamal Watson! You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming a patron! https://www.patreon.com/4000andcounting Support the show
EP 226 - Matty Davies
April 11, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBWatty is joined by Hull Seahawks Head coach Marry Davies as we reflect on their first season. We also look ahead to next year and discuss some of this year's biggest talking points. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming...
EP 225 - EIHL Playoff Predictions & Luke Fisher Interview
April 07, 2023 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBAnother filled episode for 225. First up Watty and Mark make their picks for this weekends playoff fixtures. Secondly Watty is joined by Luke Fisher to discuss the EIHL playoffs. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming a...
EP 224 - National Playoff Predictions, Ciaran Long & Jason Hewitt
April 07, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBA massive action packed episode224! Watty and Mark make their picks for this weekends National league playoff fixtures, get in touch and let us know your picks. We're also joined by Belfast Giants Coaches player of the year, Ciaran Long. We look back at the 2 trophies already in the cabinet and look ahead to this weekends fixtures vs Glasgow Clan. And finally we are joined by Sheffield Steeldogs legend Jason Hewitt! We discuss this weekends playoff quarter final vs Swindon Wildcats. You ...
EP 223 - Live Reaction to Basingstoke Bison Announcement (04/04/2023)
April 05, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBWatty is joined by Producer Graham on a live reaction episode to discuss the announcement about the Basingstoke Bison not icing a team in the 23/24 season. This is due to essential repair work needed on the Planet Ice facility in Basingstoke. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watchin...
EP 222 - Zach Sullivan
April 04, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBWatty and Mark are joined by Manchester Storm defensemen Zach Sullivan to recap on the Storms season and look ahead to their Playoff semi final vs Sheffield Steelers. We also touch on the topics in the news Including the EIHL going 15 imports and the NHL Pride gong show. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening...
EP 220 - Youtube Live (31/03/2023)
April 04, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBWatty goes solo this Friday night as we have a man down. Lots to talk about in UK Hockey. We cover: The NIHL Cup Final, Testimonials, EIHL & NIHL Final weekend, Ross Venus leaves Coventry, Jamo hits 600, Cliff to Chelmsford and more! You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the vide...
EP 221 - EIHL & NIHL Round Up (04/04/2023)
April 04, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBMark and Watty sit down to go over all the weekend results in the EIHL & NIHL.NIHL 1 S/N quarter finals, NIHL 2 finals, NIHL national league play off match ups and the Giants securing the EIHL league title You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please h...
EP 219 - Dominic Osman
March 28, 2023 18:00 - 2 hours - 101 MBEpisode 219 we welcome a Hull hockey favourite and a player-turned coach Dominic Osman. Currently head coach of the NIHL 1 North side, Blackburn Hawks. Dominic shares us his hockey story, an insight into game management and youth development, and how the leagues could move forwards! Support the show
EP 218 - EIHL & NIHL Round Up (24/03/2023)
March 24, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBMark and Watty sit down to go over all the weekend results in the EIHL & NIHL. Who won, who lost, who switched places we discuss it all. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming a patron! https://www.patreon.com/4000andcoun...
EP 217 - Turner Ripplinger
March 20, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBOur next guest hails from Saskatchewan Canada. His junior career saw him split time between multiple leagues before signing with the university of Regina in the Usports league. He joined the Guildford Flames during the 2021/22 season and resigned with them again for this campaign. He is the co host of Off The Hossel Podcast it's Turner Ripplinger Support the show
EP 216 - Martin Grubb & Rossy Murray (Live)
March 13, 2023 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBNIHL North league Champions and Cup Champions Solway Sharks head coach Martin Grubb and Ross Murray join us for a chat live on Facebook about their clubs recent success. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming a patron! https://www.patreon.com/4000andcounting Support the show
EP 215 - Owen Sobchak
March 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBWatty and Mark are joined by Owen Sobchak from the Bristol Pitbulls. He discusses his aboriginal and Polish heritage. His time growing up playing in North America before spending 3 seasons playing in Sweden and finally life in the UK. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the vid...
EP 214 - Glenn Billing & Mac Howlett - Cup Final Preview
March 09, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBWatty and Mark are joined by Glenn Billing and Mac Howlett to discuss this years NIHL cup final between the Leeds Knights and the Peterborough Phantoms. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming a patron! https://www.patreo...
EP 213 - Our NIHL ALL STAR Team To Face An EIHL Team
March 08, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBWatty and Mark sit down to discuss who would be in their NIHL all star team if it was to face a team from the EIHL. This video idea came from your comments so keep them coming! Let us know if you agree on our selections. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our pag...
EP 212 - NIHL National 12th Team Debate
March 07, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBWatty and Mark discuss the rumour that is circulating regarding a 12th team joining the NIHL National. We gave our take on the teams it could potentially be and the logistics of making it work. You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow ...
EP 211 - Jamie Mcllroy - Bans, Import Goalies & More
March 06, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBWatty is joined by former 4000 and Counting Host Jamie McIlroy. The boys discuss the latest bans handed out to Sean Norris and Deaken Fielder. The possibility of import netminders in the NIHL and even get a prediction for the NIHL cup league and play offs. Support the show
EP 210 - Owen Griffiths
March 05, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 86.9 MBThis week we bring current Guildford Flames forward, Owen Griffiths. With the Flames having a huge season in the EIHL, we were fortunate to have a discussion with Owen in which he tells us his view on the CC Final, as well as the journey in the league this season. Support the show
EP 209 - Ryan Watt
March 02, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBWatty is joined by Younger brother Ryan for this in person episode. We look ahead to a huge weekend for Streatham as they chase their 3rd title in a row! You can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button. Ring that bell and never miss another podcast story again. If you love listening to the episodes and watching the videos on our page then please help us grow by becoming a patron! https://www.patreo...
Ep 208 - Blahoslav Novak
March 01, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBThis week's special guest is current Raiders forward Blahoslav Novak. A junior career in both the UK and Slovakia, no stranger to the 2nd Tier of British hockey, a guy that wears his heart on his sleeve. We are pleased to welcome him onto the show, be sure not to miss this eppy! Support the show
EP 207 - Challenge Cup Preview Live
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn our first ever YouTube live, we sit down with current Fife Flyers forward. Bari McKenzie and former Belfast giants defenceman Kevin Raine Reset down to preview to 2023 Challenge Cup final as Belfast go for their fifth title and the Flyers. Try and get the first in the club's history. If you enjoy this video, make sure to check out some of our other recent content and please do subscribe Support the show
EP 205 - Stefan Fournier
February 08, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBEpisode 205 Watty and Mark sat down with recent Cardiff Devil forward Stefan Fournier. An interesting career to date, plying his trade as a top draft QMJHL player captaining current Stanley Cup champion, Nathan MacKinnon, making the NHL pre season camp. He then went on to play AHL, ECHL and a spell in Slovakia. This is a fun one! Support the show
EP 204 - Jono Bullard
February 02, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBOn this episode Watty catches up with Panthers broadcaster and fan Jono Bullard. Discussing the Elite league past and present, the changes in British Ice hockey over the years and he found his love for the sport. Support the show
EP 203 - Shane Moore (Facebook Live)
January 21, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBShane Moore joined us live to discuss his experiences with the EIHA. The good the bad and the ugly. We discuss what can help grow the UK game. Support the show
EP 202 - Ethan James
January 20, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBOn episode 202 Watty is joined on this latest episode by the man with the best hair in UK hockey. Raiders IHC shot stopper Ethan James. Support the show
EP 201 - Owen Dell
January 18, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBGB u20 forward Owen Dell joins the show to discuss his time playing in the USHPL. Travel, coaching, ice time , standard of hockey, we discuss it all. Support the show
EP 200 - Jamie McIlroy & Michael Farn
January 16, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 88.1 MBEpisode 200 with former host Jamie McIlroy and former Streatham IHC Head Coach Michael Farn. Support the show
EP 198 - Josh Batch
December 06, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBCardiff Devils Josh Batch sits down to discuss his upcoming testimonial and his career as a Devil and GB international Support the show
EP 197 - Jack Brammer
November 28, 2022 23:00 - 2 hours - 84.5 MBOn episode 197 of 4000 And Counting we talk to Sheffield Steeldogs Jack Brammer! We talk about his journey from roller to ice, coming through the academy and of course some stories for the boys. Support the show
EP 196 - Kevin Raine
November 11, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBThis week Watty is joined by Kevin Raine. We discuss his OHL AHL and EIHL trophy wins. He also opens up about his raptured testicle at the end of last season and talks about the injury that has kept him out of so many games this season. Support the show
EP195 - Dan Weller-Evans
November 09, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBOn this episode Watty speaks to Dan Weller-Evans Support the show
EP 194 - Nicky Watt Facebook Q & A
November 08, 2022 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBWatty sits down live to talk what's current in UK hockey and answer a few of your fan questions. Support the show
EP 193 - Elliot Lewis
November 06, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBOn this week's episode: and Fresh of a career year in the NIHL 1 watty is joined by Bristol pitbulls young forward Elliot Lewis as he discusses life in Bristol Support the show
EP 193 - Elliot Lewis
November 06, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBOn this week's episode: and Fresh of a career year in the NIHL 1 watty is joined by Bristol pitbulls young forward Elliot Lewis as he discusses life in Bristol
EP 192 - Jackson Whistle
November 03, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBOn this week's episode Watty is joined by netminder Jackson Whistle. From his time in the WHL to the EIHL and team GB we discuss it all. Also learn how hip surgeries could of cost him his career at a young age. Support the show
EP 191 - Jacob Corson-Heron
November 01, 2022 17:00 - 2 hours - 107 MBOn episode 191 of 4000 and counting, Watty sits down with EPL champion Jacob Heron to discuss his career on the ice, his career as a barber off the ice and his come back. A long but fun one that you aren't going to want to miss. Support the show
EP 190 - Matt Petgrave
October 24, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBOn this episode of 400 and Counting, Watty is joined by a 2 x ECHL all star and a perennial trophy winner. Sheffield Steelers stud Dman Matt Petgrave. Support the show
EP 189 - Brandon Whistle
October 21, 2022 18:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBThis week's episode see Watty sit down with Sheffield Steelers forward Brandon Whistle. We talk about playing junior in North America. His rookie season in Sheffield, dropping down to the NIHL and getting called back up He also discusses his aspirations to playing for the national team. Support the show
EP 188 - Vanya Antonov
October 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBVanny talks about starting as a figure skater becoming a hockey player, pursuing a PhD, living in Hong Kong and getting a ride home in a police car. Support the show
EP 187 - Dr Victoria Silverwood
October 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBOur next guest is a lecturer of criminology. In 2009 she completed a Masters degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Cardiff university gaining a distinction . Her dissertation subject legitimisation of violence in the UK's Elite Ice Hockey League. In 2010 she completed a further Masters in Social Research Methods. this time her dissertation was on the subject of Spectator Endorsement of Violence within UK Ice Hockey. Once again gaining a distinction for her efforts. Fast forwar...
EP 186 - Liam Morris
October 07, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBBasingstoke Bison utility man Liam Morris joins Watty to discuss his career so far. Support the show
EP 185 - Brendan Walkom
October 03, 2022 15:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBBees new NCAA import Brendan Walkom joins Watty for a chat. Support the show
EP 184
September 23, 2022 20:00 - 2 hours - 90 MBWatty and Bandy catch up about, golf, life, the universe and everything, and occasionally hockey. Support the show
EP 183 - Josh Kestner
September 17, 2022 16:00 - 2 hours - 95.4 MBOur next guest is a graduate of the university of Alabama at Huntsville in the NCAA. He went on to become a Kelly cup champion in 2019 . A career year came next as he was named an ECHL All Star; he led the league in points and goals in earning him the league's MVP award. Europe followed, and Finland would be the destination. His impressive hockey continued and he ended up as a Liiga all star. That saw they KHL came calling where he picked up 15 points in 37 games with Admiral Vladivostok. ...