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Hampson on Hockey Podcast

Hampson on Hockey Podcast

By Oliver Hampson

Ice Hockey podcast presented by Oliver Hampson, discussing UK Ice Hockey and more across the hockey world
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S1 E17 - Guildford, That Hit, Defence, Reddick and Canada

Hampson on Hockey PodcastDec 29, 2019

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S2 E5 - Trying to make sense of the EIHL British limit

S2 E5 - Trying to make sense of the EIHL British limit

In this episode I take a look at the fall out from the recent news of a maximum amount of Brits permitted in EIHL lineups for the upcoming season, giving my thoughts and opinions on what has been a very controversial topic.

Aug 13, 202124:30
S2 E4 - Talking about the signings of Dundee and Glasgow

S2 E4 - Talking about the signings of Dundee and Glasgow

In the fourth episode of season 2, I take a look at the signings of the Dundee Stars and Glasgow Clan, pointing out my favourite from each as I continue my 2021/22 season preview

Aug 06, 202121:00
S2 E3 - Looking at Belfast and Coventry's signings

S2 E3 - Looking at Belfast and Coventry's signings

In the third episode of season 3, I take a look at the signings so far by both the Belfast Giants and Coventry Blaze, highlighting key signings on each side and why I think they're good bits of business.

Jul 22, 202130:00
S2 E2 - Recapping the Cardiff Devils summit
Jul 12, 202128:00
S2 E1 - We're back and let's talk UK Hockey Media!

S2 E1 - We're back and let's talk UK Hockey Media!

The Hampson on Hockey Podcast is back! Season two begins with an explanation on the cancellation and return of the podcast, and a conversation on fan blogs and podcasts in UK hockey!

Jul 07, 202137:53
S1 E28 - Interview with Sam Jones of the Fife Flyers

S1 E28 - Interview with Sam Jones of the Fife Flyers

In Episode 28 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, presented by Chasing the Puck, I caught up with Sam Jones of the Fife Flyers to see how his off season is going, talk about his first season in the EIHL and also talk about his new Sports Performance programme he's running.


If you want more information on what Sam is offering, check out @SJSPerformance on Twitter, and check out his website www.samjonessportsperformance.com for more information.


Right now, Sam is offering a discount on his services, just follow this link to find out more about the offer and his services - https://twitter.com/SJSPerformance/status/1258442918907576320?s=20

May 09, 202030:42
S1 E27 - Interview with Dan Proud

S1 E27 - Interview with Dan Proud

In Episode 27 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, I caught up with a former colleague Dan Proud who has worked on broadcasts of EIHL hockey, and most recently broadcasts in the Ontario Hockey League

May 04, 202053:41
S1 E26 - New CHL format and that Bowns rumour

S1 E26 - New CHL format and that Bowns rumour

In Episode 26 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, the first to be videos and put out on Youtube, after a lengthy break, we're back to discuss a new format for the Champions Hockey League for the 2020/21 season, and also to discuss THAT Ben Bowns rumour.

Link to the fundraiser mentioned at the start of the Episode, please check it out and donate what you can for such an inspirational young child.


https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=kellydixon10&pageUrl=1


Youtube link - https://youtu.be/Rqg-bXsl0x8

Apr 28, 202037:05
S1 25 - Interview with EIHL and IIHF Linesman James Ions

S1 25 - Interview with EIHL and IIHF Linesman James Ions

In the first off-season episode of the year, I catch up with EIHL and IIHF Linesman James Ions to discuss life as an official and answer some of your questions you wanted to put towards him.

Mar 27, 202027:35
S1 E24 - The Steelers are Champions - Post-game, Recap and your questions again!

S1 E24 - The Steelers are Champions - Post-game, Recap and your questions again!

In Episode 24 of the Hampson on Hockey podcast, I talk over the Sheffield Steelers Challenge Cup win over the Cardiff Devils, with clips from Brendan Connolly, Ben O'Connor and Michael Davies, as well as answer some of your questions!

Mar 10, 202044:33
S1 E23 - Interview! With Mark Cuddihy, Title challenges and your questions!

S1 E23 - Interview! With Mark Cuddihy, Title challenges and your questions!

In Episode 23 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, I sat down with Cardiff Fire's Mark Cuddihy to discuss the teams journey since they formed in 2015, showing some love to the team that helped my commentary career three-seasons ago.

Also I talk a little about this weekends games against the Nottingham Panthers and Dundee Stars, as well as answering more of your questions!


As always, If you want to get involved with the Hampson on Hockey podcast, follow along on twitter @hampsonhockey or @OliverJHampson


Mentioned Links;

EIHL Gamebook - https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjpjorjivfnAhUKAcAKHQnFCxYQFjAAegQIAhAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.eliteleague.co.uk%2Fdocument%2F12-eihl-casebook-201920-08-01-20-update&usg=AOvVaw0YemRvtUyh62cOu1uRWFgG

IIHF Rulebook - http://webarchive.iihf.com/iihf-home/sport/iihf-rule-book/

Feb 29, 202058:51
S1 E22 - Three point gap and answering some of your questions!

S1 E22 - Three point gap and answering some of your questions!

In Episode 22 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast I quickly recap this weekends Cardiff Devils action as they picked up a win against the Coventry Blaze on Saturday night, but dropped points against the Guildford Flames.


A quick look ahead to Wednesday nights game against the Fife Flyers, and then I answer some questions you submitted on Twitter to give my take on topics you want to discuss!


As always you can get involved on Social Media by following along on Twitter - @HampsonHockey and @OliverJHampson


As always, the Hampson on Hockey Podcast is presented by www.chasingthepuck.com

Feb 17, 202031:56
S1 E21 - THAT hit, and GB's Journey To The Olympics!

S1 E21 - THAT hit, and GB's Journey To The Olympics!

In Episode 21 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, I talk admittedly a bit too long about THAT hit during the Belfast Giants and Cardiff Devils game on Sunday night, and a quick little preview ahead of this weeks Olympic Qualifiers in Nottingham as Great Britain look to return to the Olympics for the first time since 1948, and standing in their way at the moment are Romania, Estonia and Hungary

As always, the Hampson on Hockey Podcast is presented by Chasing the Puck.

Feb 05, 202027:56
S1 E20 - Devils head to Belfast

S1 E20 - Devils head to Belfast

In Episode 20 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, I take a look at a big weekend of hockey coming up for the Cardiff Devils as they take on the Belfast Giants over in Northern Ireland in a double header weekend, with both sides looking for four points and a chance to keep the pressure on the league leading Sheffield Steelers.


As always, the Hampson on Hockey Podcast is presented by Chasing the Puck.


Links to articles mentioned during Episode 20


Matias Sointu Interview - https://chasingthepuck.com/i-hope-ill-get-to-wear-a-devils-jersey-again-matias-sointu-on-his-time-in-and-after-cardiff/


Zach Sullivan Interview - https://chasingthepuck.com/zach-sullivan-first-british-hockey-player-to-come-out-as-bisexual-its-not-about-me-its-about-the-message/

Feb 01, 202022:48
S1 E19 - GB, Situation Rooms and Defending Benti

S1 E19 - GB, Situation Rooms and Defending Benti

Devils talk starts @ 10:30

In the 19th Episode of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, I discuss a few topics around British hockey before the Devils talk begins, looking at the Panthers Semi-Final as well as defending Sean Bentivoglio

Jan 25, 202025:17
S1 E18 - Coventry ruining the New Years celebrations

S1 E18 - Coventry ruining the New Years celebrations

In Episode 18 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, presented by www.chasingthepuck.com - I take a look back at the end of 2019 where the Cardiff Devils went out with a bang, and the start of 2020 as the New Year starts with a crash for the Devils.


Links to articles referenced;


Sam Jardine - https://chasingthepuck.com/lean-mean-sam-jardine/


Devils 2019 Review - https://chasingthepuck.com/cardiff-devils-2019-a-year-in-review/


GB Womens U18 Game Recap - https://chasingthepuck.com/gb-fall-in-overtime-in-opening-game-of-u18-women-worlds/


Devils V Blaze New Years Day Recap - https://chasingthepuck.com/dominant-blaze-shutout-devils-on-new-years-day/

Jan 02, 202029:59
S1 E17 - Guildford, That Hit, Defence, Reddick and Canada

S1 E17 - Guildford, That Hit, Defence, Reddick and Canada

In Episode 17, and the last episode of 2019, I look back at last nights thriller between the Cardiff Devils and Guildford Flames, talking through the goals and that Corbin Baldwin hit.

Also included is a breakdown of who I think is the Devils best D-pairing, praise for Bryce Reddick and why Blair Riley's call up to Team Canada for the Spengler Cup is huge for the league.

Dec 29, 201929:17
S1 E16 - Devils V Giants special

S1 E16 - Devils V Giants special

In Episode 16 of the Hampson on Hockey podcast, presented by www.chasingthepuck.com, I take a look back at the second leg of the Challenge Cup quarter final matchup between the Cardiff Devils and Belfast Giants, dissecting how the Devils have advanced to the next round, while also analysing some players from that game, as well as a bit of news from around the EIHL.

Dec 21, 201933:16
S1 E15 - A rushed episode about recent games

S1 E15 - A rushed episode about recent games

In a quick update, I take a quick look back over games against Belfast and Nottingham, and a little bit about what's coming ahead for the Cardiff Devils

Dec 15, 201919:47
S1 E14 - Defeat to Belfast and back in the win column

S1 E14 - Defeat to Belfast and back in the win column

In a much later than expected episode, I talk a bit about the Devils poor weekend against the Belfast Giants, social media and Cardiff getting back to winning ways this past weekend.
Dec 03, 201924:37
S1 E13 - Devils V Giants Double Header

S1 E13 - Devils V Giants Double Header

In a quick episode of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, I preview a little bit about the upcoming doubleheader between the Cardiff Devils and the Belfast Giants

Nov 21, 201915:05
S1 E12 - Let's talk about DoPS baby

S1 E12 - Let's talk about DoPS baby

In Episode 12 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast I share my thoughts on some recent rulings by the Elite Ice Hockey Leagues Department of Player Safety and my opinion on the way DoPS is run over all.


As always, the Hampson on Hockey Podcast is proudly presented by www.chasingthepuck.com


Get involved on Twitter by following @HampsonHockey to share your DoPS opinions.

Nov 02, 201921:02
S1 E11 - Recent form, suspensions and regulations and an interview with Sam Motton
Oct 31, 201943:15
S1 E10 - The CHL is over (for EIHL teams)
Oct 19, 201922:24
S1 E9 - The Final Group Game

S1 E9 - The Final Group Game

In Episode 9 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, presented by Chasing the Puck, I quickly reflect on the last week of action for the Cardiff Devils, as well as looking ahead to their final Champions Hockey League Group Stage game, and their home-and-home series against the Nottingham Panthers this weekend

Oct 14, 201921:05
S1 E8 - Report cards for the new Devils
Oct 04, 201932:09
S1 E7 - Allez Allez Allez

S1 E7 - Allez Allez Allez

In Episode 7 of the Hampson on Hockey Podcast, presented by Chasing the Puck, I talk about the big bounce back weekend for the Cardiff Devils with wins over the Coventry Blaze and Sheffield Steelers, while also looking at what’s on the horizon with games against the Manchester Storm and Coventry Blaze on the weekend, and the return of the Champions Hockey League where the Devils prepare to take on the reigning champions Frölunda in their bid to become just the second EIHL team to qualify for the knockout rounds.
Sep 30, 201930:22
S1 E6 - Well that went well...
Sep 23, 201927:34
S1 E5 - The return of domestic action
Sep 18, 201930:16
S1 E4 - Devils European success

S1 E4 - Devils European success

In Episode 4 of the Hampson on Hockey podcast I look back at an incredible weekend for the Cardiff Devils (and also the Belfast Giants) in the opening weekend of the Champions Hockey League, and look ahead to this weekends action for the Devils.


Sean McMonalge article - http://tiny.cc/hxy7bz

Sep 04, 201921:50
S1 E3 - The Devils and Giants Euro Vision

S1 E3 - The Devils and Giants Euro Vision

In Episode 3 of the now officially named Hampson on Hockey Podcast, I take a quick look at the Devils and Giants Champions Hockey League groups ahead of the opening puck drop on Thursday as the tournament begins its sixth installment.

Ben Bowns interview - https://www.championshockeyleague.com/en/interviews/ben-bowns-and-the-cardiff-devils-looking-for-chl-glory


Opening title - Bad Girlfriend by Theory of a Deadman

Aug 27, 201919:53
S1 E2 - First thoughts after the first game

S1 E2 - First thoughts after the first game

In Episode 2 of this new podcast I talk through the Cardiff Devils first games against Fehérvár AV19 and the upcoming weekend against the Nottingham Panthers
Aug 13, 201923:32
S1 E1 - The New Devils
Aug 06, 201920:45