The Scratching Post

UPDATE: A few days following the recording of this podcast, Aldo was successful in receiving an internship with Football Operations at the Saskatchewan Roughriders football team! ===== In this episode of  The Scratching Post , host Arthur Ward welcomes Regina Rams alum Aldo Galvan — a former standout kicker from Mexico City who turned a chance email into a five-year football career in Canada. Aldo...

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,...

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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 an...

Episode 10 | In this episode, we hang out with the 2025 Canada West Rookie of the Year, Jules Stokes! She has an incredible journey— all the way from Terrace, British Columbia to Regina, Saskatchewan. We talk about her experiences, salmon fishing, and find out who her favourite teammates are! This episode is full of inspiration, laughter, and a great opportunity for you to get to know one of our a...

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...

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 s...

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, strugg...

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...

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 th...

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...

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 aero...

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...

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...