4000 And Counting

Watty 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/267850Don'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/4000andcountingSupport the show

Mark 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 titleYou can listen to tall of our other Podcasts on the link below.https://www.buzzsprout.com/267850Don'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/4000andcountingSupport the show

Episode 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

Mark 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/267850Don'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/4000andcountingSupport the show

Our 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 RipplingerSupport the show

NIHL 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/4000andcountingSupport the show

Watty 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/267850Don'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/4000andcountingSupport the show

Watty 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/267850Don'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/4000andcountingGet your cup final tickets here: Phantoms- https://iceaccount.co.uk/peterborough-phantoms/event/?event_id=6679Knights - https://iceaccount.co.uk/leeds-knights/event-tickets/?event_id=6282&stage=1Support the show

Watty 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/267850Don'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/4000andcountingSupport the show

Watty 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/267850Don'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/4000andcountingSupport the show

Watty 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

This 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

Watty 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/267850Don'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/4000andcountingSupport the show

This 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

In our first ever YouTube live, we sit down with current Fife Flyers forward. Bari McKenzie and former Belfast giants defenceman Kevin RaineReset 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 subscribeSupport the show

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Episode 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

On 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

Shane 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

On 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