Wednesday, November 08, 2023

Locker Talk lineup for November 8

I think we can surmise that winter is here to stay in southern Saskatchewan. So, unless hibernation is an option, we need to adapt. Here's a thought: throw another log on the fire and settle in for some great local sports coverage on your television. It's Locker Talk on AccessNow TV, and it comes your way tonight - and every weeknight - at 6 p.m. Here's a look at this week's lineup:

Locker Talk Guests for November 8/23
Co-host: Mitchell Blair


1. The Weyburn Red Wings are off to a great start to the 2023/24 SJHL season. Guest: Cody Mapes (Weyburn head coach/GM). 

2. The issue of mandatory neck protection for hockey players has resurfaced, after an on-ice tragedy in England. Guest: Kelly McClintock (Hockey Saskatchewan General Manager). 

3. Hoop Dreams. Locker Talk’s monthly look at the world of local, national and international basketball. Guest: Andrew Gottselig (Hooplife Basketball CEO). 

4. AccessNow Sports Plays of the Month. For October.

5. The Regina Ringette Association has another busy season happening in 2023/24. Guest: Darin Degenstein (Board member). 

6. Regina will play host to the Canadian team trials for the World Baton Twirling Championships next March. Guests: Julee Stewart (Sundown Optimist baton group) & Avery Switzer (Phoenix baton group).

7. The Blair Necessities. Locker Talk’s weekly sports commentary.

Wednesday, November 01, 2023

Locker Talk lineup for November 1

What do you get when you combine outstanding local sports coverage with the heart-pounding excitement of Halloween? Hopefully, a candy-fuelled good time! But, don't take my word for it. Join us tonight at 6:00 and each weeknight at the same time, for this week's episode of Locker Talk on AccessNow TV.  No tricks, only treats. 

Locker Talk Guests for November 1/23
💀The Halloween Special 👻
Co-host: Mitchell Blair


1. A bone-chilling update on the 2023/24 season for the Regina Capitals junior B hockey team. Guests: Jeremy Palaniuk (Assistant coach), Nolan Pankratz (Captain/F) & Hunter Hrushka (AC/D). 

2. A local touch football dynasty adds another championship to its macabre legacy. Guests: Deron Kuski, Reilly Kuski & Ethan Kuski (Megalomania players). 

3. A spine-tingling preview of the Regina high school football 6A city championship on AccessNow TV. Guests: Jason Duczek (Miller Marauders head coach), Brady Vindevoghel (Marauders QB), Carlos McArthur (DL) & Emmett Reinhardt (OL).

4. Fitness File. Locker Talk’s ghoulish monthly dose of fitness and nutrition information. Guest: Tom Bresciani (Level 10 Regina Performance Coach). 

5. A terrifying preview of the Regina high school football 6A city championship on AccessNow TV. Guests: Owen Mazur (Leboldus Golden Suns RB), Jacob Goldstone (LB) & Eric Wiebe (DB).

6. The Blair Necessities. Locker Talk’s weekly blood-curdling sports commentary

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Locker Talk lineup for October 25

Winter has arrived in southern Saskatchewan. So yeah, the weather outside is frightful. But the local sports coverage on Locker Talk on AccessNow TV remains delightful. This week, as with the weather, we straddle the line between fall sports (football) and winter (hockey, basketball). It all gets rolling at 6:00 tonight and the show repeats at the same time each weeknight. Check out this stellar lineup:

Locker Talk Guests for October 25/23
Co-host: Mitchell Blair

1. High School Confidential. Locker Talk’s monthly look at high school athletics in Regina and area. Guest: Dwayne Ell (RHSAA Commissioner).

2. A preview of the Regina high school football 5A city championship on AccessNow TV on October 26. Guests: Dylan Hart (Johnson Wildcats head coach), Jayden Zelionka (Wildcats QB) & Thomas King (MLB). 

3. An update on the 2023/24 SJHL season. Guest: Kyle McIntyre (SJHL Commissioner).

4. Another preview of the Regina high school football 5A city championship on AccessNow TV. Guests: Cory Lechner (Greenall Griffins head coach), Nixon Trytten (DB) & Wylie Brodgen (OL).

5. A preview of the 2023/24 season for the University of Regina men’s basketball team. Guest: Steve Burrows (Cougars head coach).

6. The Blair Necessities. Locker Talk’s weekly sports commentary.

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Locker Talk lineup for October 18

Once again, this week's episode of Locker Talk on AccessNowTV comes to you from the cozy confines of the Paczko and Blair chateaus. Yup, we get virtual again, while our studio at Access World HQ undergoes further renovations. No problem, we can work with that! Our team is determined to bring you the best in local sports coverage every week. As per usual, the show airs tonight at 6 p.m. and each weeknight at the same time. Here's this week's lineup:

Locker Talk Guests for October 18/23
Co-host: Mitchell Blair


1. Ringside. Locker Talk’s monthly look at the world of amateur and professional boxing. Guest: Frank Fiacco (Lonsdale Boxing Club President). 

2. The Regina Rebels are looking to defend their provincial female U18 AAA hockey championship this season. Guests: Brooklyn Nimegeers (D/co-captain) & Stryker Zablocki (F/co-captain). 

3. The Regina Pat Canadians are off to a strong start in the provincial male U18 AAA hockey season. Guests: Casey Brown (F/Captain) & Jagden Taylor (D/AC). 

4. The Balfour Bears high school football program is enjoying a breakthrough season in 2023. Guests: Nolan Kuz (Head Coach) & Reid Massier (Bears QB).

5. The Blair Necessities. Locker Talk’s weekly sports commentary.