Wincity Sports Podcast

CEO & President of the Windsor Express Basketball Club, Dartis Willis, joins Drake on the podcast (07:14) to chat about the return of the Express and the NBL of Canada, bringing the team to Windsor in 2011, the history of basketball in Windsor, and the possibility of making Windsor Arena the new home of the Express. Plus, Drake has news on the Lancers, Spitfires, and more. Support the show

This former Windsor Spitfire goaltender has made the Windsor-area home after a long pro career in the NHL, AHL, & KHL. Holding many obscure records is Michael Leighton, joining Drake on the podcast (07:48) to talk about about playing for our Spitfires in the 90's, his pro journey and stories along the way, and what he is doing now to better the goalies of the future. Plus Drake has news on Windsor locals, Spitfires, Windsor Express, NBL of Canada, and more.Support the show

Partners in life and business TJ Jovcevski & Melissa Bussey of Sports Vision Windsor, along with Brogan Probert of Probert Performance join Drake on the podcast (07:28) to talk about the inception of their businesses, working together, and the unique services offered to athletes alike. Plus, Drake has news on the Spitfires and NBL of Canada.Support the show

The Ottawa Senators Video Coach, Evan Mathias, comes from humble beginnings in Windsor with our Spitfires. Evan joins Drake on the podcast (06:17) to chat about growing up in Windsor, starting with a volunteer position with the Spits, and getting the call-up to the show. Plus, Drake gets you caught up with the Spitfires, NBL of Canada news, and the possible CPL expansion in Windsor. Support the show

Windsor's Liam LeClair joins Drake on the podcast (07:39) to chat about growing up in Windsor, playing lacrosse in the community, playing pro in the NLL, and so much more. The pair touch on the NLL on TSN, playing for the Calgary Roughnecks, and overall chat about Canada's sport. Drake also gets caught up with the Spitfires, OUA's tout to be 'elite', and Petey Williams joining the WWE.Support the show

Eddie Mio is a legendary, old-school goaltender from Windsor. Ed joins Drake on the podcast (07:38) to chat about growing up in Windsor, playing for our Spitfires back in the day, his pro career, and beyond. Plus Drake gets caught up after the break on the Spitfires, Lancers, and more. Support the show

Amherstburg native, Stanley Cup Champion, and the NHL's VP of Hockey Development is Kevin Westgarth. Kevin joins Drake on the podcast (07:21) to chat about growing up and playing hockey in the Windsor area, attending and playing for Princeton University, his NHL career, and continuing to work for the league after playing. Plus Drake has some news on the Spitfires, local MMA fighters, and Lancers alumni HOF. Support the show

Catch up with some of Border City Wrestling's finest in El Reverso  & Jeffrey Scott, both returning to the podcast. Starting with the Yucha from the Yukon, El Reverso (07:57) chatting about the return of pro wrestling in Ontario and hopefully one day in Windsor. Then, Jeffrey Scott joins (29:41) to talk some El Reverso, a bit a bout the return of wrestling, and the Toy Show event approaching to raise money for Adopt-A-Vet. Plus, Drake breaks down some local sports news on our Spitfires, Lancers, and more. Support the show

An original Essex 73, Boston Bruins legend, and born and raised in the Windsor area is Bruce Crowder. Bruce joins Drake on the phone (07:22) to chat about growing up in Essex, his hockey career through junior, college, and pro, and life after hockey. Plus get caught up with the Windsor Spitfires, Lancers, and St. Clair Saints.Support the show

Let's call her 'Windsor's own'. Melissa Bishop-Nriagu, although born and raised in Eganville, now resides in Windsor after graduating from the University following her Lancers career. The three-time Olympian joins Drake on the podcast (11:39) to talk about her entire track career, growing up, coming to Windsor, life as a mother, and so much more. Plus, Drake breaks down the OFC Final, and news on Windsor Spitfires, Kyle Prepolec, and more. Support the show

Former Lancers running back, CFL alumni, and 2013 Grey Cup Champion, Daryl Stephenson joins Drake on the podcast (08:00) to chat about growing up a football kid, coming to the University of Windsor, his pro career in the CFL, and what he's up to now. Plus, Drake breaks down local sports news on the St. Clair Fratmen, Windsor Spitfires, Lancers, and more. Support the show

Two-time Olympic boxer, Andrew Singh Kooner, joins Drake on the podcast (09:05) to talk growing up in Windsor, getting into boxing, his career as an amateur and pro, and staying involved trough the game today as a coach. Coach and Operator of Red Owl Boxing in Brampton and Rocksteady Boxing Toronto, Andrew also hosts his own podcast, Doc & The Boxer.Support the show

From the legendary lacrosse family, Ron Martinello chats with Drake from his Pillette, Pizza King location (09:34) about growing up in Windsor, his playing career in college and pro, and continuing to coach nowadays while running the pizza shop. Ron shares great stories from his days playing with Maryland University and the inception and championship win of the Detroit Turbos in the MILL. Support the show

Known as The Muscle Doc on Instagram, Dr. Jordan Shallow joins Drake on the podcast (10:10) to discuss growing up in Windsor, powerlifting, teaching and coaching, travelling, and so much more. The pair share Windsor stories while Jordan tells us his story of becoming a doctor to now teaching and certifying other online through Pre-Script and podcast RX'D Radio. Support the show

Windsor born, NHL alumni, and new assistant coach for our Windsor Spitfires, Andy Delmore, joins Drake on the podcast (07:57) to chat about growing up in Windsor, his playing career, coaching career and landing a job with his hometown Spitfires. Support the show

Long-time Windsor Spitfires assistant coach, Jerrod Smith, joins Drake on the podcast (09:55) to chat about his playing days in the OHL and overseas, becoming a full time coach with the Windsor Spitfires for over 10 seasons, and the return of regular season OHL play. Support the show

We're back! The WinCity Sports Podcast returns after a brief hiatus with a double shot of interviews featuring new Windsor Spitfires head coach, Marc Savard (09:12). The 2011 Stanley Cup Champion talks returning to the OHL since his playing days, his coaching career, and joining the Spits. Following Marc, Drake catches up with goaltending coach Perry Wilson (27:35) since last chatting on Episode 178. Perry talks the team returning and the challenges they are facing, plus the new elite goaltending facility in Windsor. Support the show

Returning to WinCity Sports is former Olympic trials runner and amateur boxer, Josh Cameron (09:24). From the west side of Windsor to the west side of Vancouver is this Border City Boxing product. Josh has told his story on the show two years ago but returns to talk about his new poetry book and mental health. Plus, we have lots of news on sports returning including the OHL and the ongoing summer Olympics. Support the show

Just in time for the return of golf in Windsor-Essex, pro golfer David Bryne joins Drake on the podcast (04:26) to discuss growing up in Windsor, some of his favorite golf courses, and working for the new Swing Factory in Windsor. Of course, the pair also chat about David's career as a college and pro player, winning the Big Break, and travelling through the sport. Support the show

Coming from France via Zoom is a former Windsor Spitfire, born and raised in Windsor, Stephane Gervais. Stephan chats with Drake (07:06) about growing up in Windsor, playing junior and college, heading out to France to play pro for 10 years where he now lives with his family and is the strength and conditioning coach for the team he last played for. The son of local poet Marty Gervais is yet another #WINCITY guy to make a living off his passion. Support the show