GTHL Breakout Podcast

With the 2023-24 campaign around the corner, the GTHL catches up with four of last season's Under-16 standouts to reflect on special experiences such as the Movember Moustache Cup, championships, adversity, and offseason news that sees Jake O'Brien progressing to an OHL career, as Luka Graziano, Lev Katzin, and Aidan Lane all committing to Harvard.

In a special episode of the Breakout Podcast - recorded live at the 12th annual GTHL Legacy Classic - former Don Mills Flyers Brennan Othmann and Shane Wright talk minor hockey moments, the World Juniors, and reflect on the past hockey season with GTHL General Manager Peter Kourtis.

On International Women's Day, the GTHL Breakout Podcast featured the OHL's first female linesperson Kirsten Welsh in conversation with GTHL officials Danielle Williams and Róisín Keane. Welsh, Wiliams, and Keane discuss their different paths to wearing the stripes, challenges they faced, and why they encourage others - especially young girls - to try officiating.

Current Toronto Six forward and GTHL alumnus Daryl Watts talks making history in the women's professional game, the steps that led to her recent contract, her historic NCAA career, messages for young female players, and more on the latest GTHL Breakout Podcast.

Ty Henry (Erie Otters, OHL) and Kashawn Aitcheson (Barrie Colts, OHL) joined the GTHL Breakout Podcast to talk minor hockey memories, making the jump to major junior, messages for young players today, as well as inclusivity and progress in the game of hockey. 

Launching the second season of the GTHL Breakout Podcast, You Can Play's Chief Operating Officer Kurt Weaver, and Bayne Pettinger, the first openly gay NHLPA Certified Agent and U14 Don Mills Flyers Coach, discuss inclusion, the progress made, and the road still ahead in creating safe spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ in sport. 

GTHL alumni Piper Grober and McKenna Van Gelder joined the GTHL Breakout Podcast shortly after capturing gold with Canada's Under-18 team to talk minor hockey memories, the journey to the national team, the women's game, and more.

Once a highly touted Montreal Canadiens prospect, GTHL alumnus Graeme Bonar recounts his playing days through to recovering from addiction as he uses personal experience to help others today on the GTHL Breakout Podcast.

GTHL alumnus Mark DeMontis joined the GTHL Breakout Podcast to talk losing his sight, finding his way through sport, and what Canadian Blind Hockey has become today.

GTHL alumnus Rane Carnegie joined the Breakout Podcast to talk his playing days, obstacles along the way, and the recent announcement of his late grandfather, Herb Carnegie, finally getting the call to the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Brandon Nolan joins the GTHL Breakout Podcast to talk his playing career, concussions, jumping back into school, 3NOLANS, and more.

Brothers Pano and Andoni Fimis along with dad, Chris, joined the GTHL Breakout Podcast in a special Father's Day episode to discuss milestones of the 2021-22 season, competitive streaks, advice, and more.

The GTHL Breakout Podcast caught up with the five Frasca brothers and parents Shannon and Rocco to talk growing up, a typical day during the hockey season, accomplishments to date, and more.

The GTHL Breakout Podcast celebrates Asian Heritage Month and Mental Health Week with Ted Reeve coach and Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division Director of Communications, Joe Kim.

On a special edition of the GTHL Breakout Podcast, Willie O'Ree - the NHL's first black player - discusses breaking the colour barrier, his jersey retirement, serving as the NHL's Diversity Ambassador, and more.

GTHL graduate and retired NHL player turned broadcaster, Anthony Stewart, discussed his playing career, Hockey Equality, making a difference, joining Sportsnet, and more on the GTHL Breakout Podcast.

Former GTHL official Shandor Alphonso joined the Breakout Podcast to discuss the move from player to official, becoming the second official of colour to skate in the NHL, career highlights, important messages for all in the game, and more.

GTHL alumnus and Vegas Golden Knights prospect Ben Jones joined the GTHL Breakout Podcast to discuss the launch of the Ben Jones Foundation, playing his first NHL game, the importance of athletes using their platforms, and more. 

Actor, stand-up comedian, and current host of Family Feud Canada, Gerry Dee, joins the GTHL Breakout Podcast to discuss his coaching days, becoming a hockey parent, important messages for coaches and parents, and more.

Greater Toronto Hockey League alumnus and Toronto Marlboros graduate Akil Thomas joined the GTHL Breakout Podcast, along with Marlboros General Manager Dave Nicoletti, to talk designing the Marlboros' 90th anniversary jersey, his minor hockey career, Zale Apparel, and more.

Former Mississauga Rebel and OHL Cup Champion Nick Eustace joins the GTHL Breakout Podcast to discuss his story, injuries and concussions, the progress made, and raising over $25,000 for mental health resources.

GTHL graduate and current Toronto Maple Leafs forward Michael Bunting joins the GTHL Breakout Podcast to talk his unique path to the NHL, family, and advice for young athletes today... with a surprise, special guest mixed in!

On the first episode of the GTHL Breakout Podcast, Michael Power - President of Thunder Bay AAA Hockey - joins Stephanie Coratti from the GTHL and special co-host Julia Tocheri from Leafs Lunch to breakdown how and why the Thunder Bay Kings joined the Greater Toronto Hockey League.