SaskWatch Podcast
By Sask Watch
Tune in for the scoop on all things track and field with folks from Saskatchewan.
SaskWatch PodcastJan 04, 2023
S1 E15: Kendra Farmer
Join us this week as Astrid & Adrea catch up with Kendra Farmer to chat about her recent U-Sport Championships, closing out her eligibility as a 5th year!
For Full U-Sport Results Click here.
Kendra's Results:
300m: SILVER - 38.28
600m: BRONZE - 1:29.02
4x200m: SILVER - 1:38.13
4x400m: SILVER - 3:43.73
Thanks for the conversation, Kendra!
S1 E14: U-Sport Special Featuring Evan Ubene
This week SaskWatch Podcast joins forces with Ontario's, "Not-Trackie" social personality (aka Evan Ubene) for a preview of the U-Sport Championships hosted in Saskatoon this weekend.
For those who haven't been introduced, Evan is originally from Tecumseh, ON (near Windsor) and is currently pursuing his Masters in chemical engineering at McMaster University in Hamilton. WIth first-hand experience in middle-distance and XC, Evan is very passionate about staying up to date in the track world and his humour is unparalleled. For slick commentary on Canadian performances, visit his Twitter account @NotTrackie or to tap into his thoughtful activism work and track commentary by checking out his website Running HotTakes.
Todays episode we do a run down of some key performances across last weekend's conference championships as we prepare for U-Sports Championships. See below for links to results, live stream and rankings:
- Follow U-Sport Championships Results Here
- Watch the Live Stream (FREE!) on CBC Gem Pro here.
- U-Sport Rankings as compiled by Trackie, click here.
S1 E13: Scott Joseph
Join this week's conversation with long jump athlete, Scott Joseph!
We chat about how Scott got started in track in Swift Current, his 7.88m long jump, and his rivalry with Saskatoon's, Michael Akintunde (7.59m)
Be sure to tune in and give Scott a follow on Instagram @Scotty_Joe22.
S1 E12: Quincy Fast
Welcome to SaskWatch Podcast!
This week we are joined by U.Saskatchewan Huskie athlete Quincy Fast where we talk about his athletic journey.
From his training camp in Iten, Kenya, to college recruitment, to his most recent 1000m race of 2:22. For those who missed it, he set the all-time Huskie record, personal best, provincial record, auto-qualified for U-Sport Indoor Championships with a top 2 ranking in U-Sports at the BU Valentine Invitational meet in Boston!
Plus we chat about preparation for Quincy's first CanWest on home turf!
For schedules and results for CanWest, check-out PR Athletics website here.
And be sure to follow along Quincy's athletic journey by following his Instagram page @Quintan.Fast here.
S1 E11: Taryn Suttie
This week SaskWatch Podcast is joined by Shot Put Olympian, Taryn Suttie!
We sit down with Taryn and talk about her pathway to becoming an olympian, making hard decisions, her olympic standard throw and what she has been up to since retiring from sport!
Taryn, thanks for sharing your time and wisdom on our podcast! It's been our pleasure having you on the show!
Follow Taryn on IG: @T_Suttie
S1 E10: Laura Young and Knights of Columbus Indoor Games
S1 E10: Laura Young, Executive Director of Knights of Columbus (K of C) Indoor Games
This week we have special guest, Laura Young joining the show where we talk about her behind-the-scenes involvement in sport, particularly her role in overseeing the Knights of Columbus Indoor Games, and life as a Mom supporting her kids through sport!
(For those who don't know, Laura does a lot, be sure to thank her the next time you see her!)
Knights of Columbus Indoor Games Info:
Come out to the Saskatoon Fieldhouse this weekend with invitational races in: 50m, 60, and 60mH.
- For more information on the Games, visit their website here.
- For Start Lists, Results, and Schedules, visit the PR Athletics website here.
S1 E9: Courtney Hufsmith
This week SaskWatch Podcast welcomes Courtney Hufsmith to the show!
We chat about her next chapter as a post-collegiate athlete, her move to Calgary, race plans for 2023 and more!
Be sure to follow her on Tik Tok: @Courtney_Huffy and IG: @CourtneyHufsmith
and at a minimum try one of her go-to recipes:
Yogurt, with cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, frozen blueberries, and roasted + salted almonds!
S1 E8: Greg Hetterley
Happy New Year!
This week we're chatting with U.Regina alumni athlete, Greg Hetterley!
Greg is a high school teacher at Winston Knoll Collegiate by day, and middle distance athlete by night!
Tune in to hear about Greg's:
- U. Regina standout moments
- His 2022 PB race in Stumptown
- Career development to pursue his Master's in Coaching
- Plus a look at his 2023 athlete season!
S1 E7: Featuring Quinn Lyness about 2023 CTFL
S1 E7: Featuring Quinn Lyness: Student, athlete, creator and founder of Canadian Track and Field League (CTFL)
Join us this week for special interview with Quinn Lyness as we chat about his athletic career, the build-out of what's to come for the CTFL in 2023 and beyond!
He's created a league to help keep athletes in sport, and bridge the gap between university athletics and going pro. Plus we talk about his plans to keep growing the program to better service western Canadian athletes as well!
This is a conversation you don't want to miss!
For Athletes looking to register for 2023 CTFL season, use the link here: https://ctfl.ca/pages/registration *Note registration is open Jan. 2 - Feb. 6!
For listeners looking for more information, visit the CTFL website here: https://ctfl.ca/
Thanks for listening!
S1 E6: Jennifer Weber
This week we welcome Jen Weber of Saskatoon to the show to talk to us about her story in track and field as a throws-focused athlete.
S1 E5: Indoor Sneak Preview with Arthur Ward
2022 Indoor Season is underway and we spoke with Arthur Ward for a sneak peak on how the U.Regina cougars are shaping up!
Plus huge congrats to Storm Zablocki on re-setting his own U-20 provincial record in the 60m last weekend, and good luck to all athletes competing this weekend at the Larmer Friendship Games in Regina.
S1 E4: Featuring Jared Olson
S1 E4: Featuring Saskatoon-based coach, athlete, entrepreneur: Jared Olson!
Join the conversation on his journey in athletics after university, and how both entrepreneurship & coaching have fallen into place!
S1 E3: Kaitlyn Harrison
S1 E3: SaskWatch Podcast
This episode U. Saskatchewan Female standout Kaitlyn Harrison joins us for a conversation on her 2022 XC Season.
S1 E2: Featuring Ron Maclean + Jonathan Podbielski
Want the inside scoop on the 2022 XC Season? This week Adrea and Astrid are joined by Ron Maclean and Jonathan Podbielski, to chat about their experiences on the XC circuit.
We chat about their friendly competition, words of advice, and what they're thinking about when racing the 8km distance.
Considering Ron is the 2019 Canwest XC Rookie of the year and Jon is the newly crowned 2022 Canwest XC Rookie of the year, plan to keep an eye out as these two line up together this upcoming indoor season!
S1 E1: SaskWatch Athletics - The Reveal
The question, everyone wants to know?! Who is SaskWatch?!
Tune into this first podcast as SaskWatch is unveiled!