What unique paths lead a dedicated coach from small-town rinks to an internationally acclaimed hockey career? Find out with us as we explore Matt Curley’s inspiring journey from Northern New York to coaching excellence, embodying the spirit of UAA Seawolf Hockey! David Vallieres chats with Matt Curley, an alumnus turned exceptional coach, about his diverse … Read More Read More

A sporting community can impact lives decades after the final whistle.  Today’s episode dives into this phenomenon and highlights the lifelong bonds formed through UAA Seawolves Hockey and the initiatives keeping this legacy vibrant. David Vallieres reconnects with Keith Morris, a distinguished UAA Seawolves Hockey alumnus. Keith shares stories from his playing days, details his … Read More Read More

Lace up and join host David Vallieres as he interviews Dallas Steward, a pivotal coaching figure at North Star Christian Academy.  Dallas shares heartfelt insights into his hockey career, the pivotal moments that directed him towards coaching, and how he’s shaping the ethos of young athletes beyond the rink.  Discussion points include: How Dallas Steward’s … Read More Read More

Our guest’s journey in hockey discussed his success from UAA to the NHL. Hear about epic games, unforgettable moments, and the true camaraderie of the sport. David Vallieres welcomes guest Lorne Knauft, a former UAA hockey player, for an engaging and nostalgic conversation about their shared experiences in the world of hockey. Lorne shares memories … Read More Read More

Coach Shasby is back on the show after a break, and is ready to discuss some of the challenges of dialing in new players with the help of momentum from the previous year. In this episode, David Vallieres and guest Coach Shasby discuss the challenges and successes of the recent hockey season. They talk about … Read More Read More

How does commitment and support from university administrators impact the success of sports teams? This week, our returning guest, John Hill, is here to tell us. In this part-two episode, the hosts welcome back John Hill to reflect on the team’s journey to the final five weekend and shares a funny incident with the team. … Read More Read More

Stories of dedication and the transformative power of coaching often take center stage in hockey.  Today, we will hear one of those stories! In this first part conversation, David sits down with John Hill, former NHL player and coach, to chat about his incredible journey through the world of hockey. John shares his experiences as … Read More Read More

Building meaningful connections and making financial advice accessible are pivotal aspects of personal and professional growth. To achieve this, it’s necessary to implement an innovative approach, like through podcasts. Today, we speak with someone who knows this world perfectly and his journey! In this episode David chats with Matt Halloran, Co-Founder and Chief Relationship Officer … Read More Read More

Whether you are a player or staff, no matter your position, at UAA, you’re family. In this episode David welcomes Doug Spooner and Kevin Kuper back on the podcast to share with listeners the progress they’ve made so far with the mentorship program. They explain why this program is so important to them, and to … Read More Read More

The nostalgia is palpable as the conversations flow about the memories they made during their college hockey years. There’s nothing quite like being part of a team. In this episode, the boys and guest, Rodney Wild take a trip down memory lane, exploring the joys, challenges, and cherished memories associated with the beloved sport of … Read More Read More

Whether you are a player or staff, no matter your position, at UAA, you’re family. In this episode, David welcomes Doug Spooner and Kevin Kuper back on the podcast to share with listeners the progress they’ve made so far with the mentorship program. They explain why this program is so important to them and to … Read More Read More

Almost every hockey player has a dream of playing in the NHL, but as we all know, this dream doesn’t pan out for most players. What do these players do now? In this episode, David invites Kevin Kuper, lead on the Seawolf Hockey Alumni mentoring program, to talk about the future of the program and … Read More Read More

Have you ever thought about how one accident could change the course of your life? Well this episode’s guest, Mike Peluso, knows all about that kind of fate… In this episode, David welcomes UAA veteran, Mike Peluso, to the podcast to share with listeners how one wrong flight landed him in the Sea Wolf uniform. … Read More Read More

It’s a good idea to chat with people who really know the sport and have experience with it, especially if they also know some of the same people as you. In this episode, David Vallieres and Coach Shasby talk with Pete McEnaney about his extensive coaching career, personal life, and future plans.  Additionally, Pete shares … Read More Read More

There’s nothing quite like getting together with old friends and remembering some of the best memories you have together. That’s exactly what this episode is all about. In this episode, David Vallieres chats with Coach Shasby, Todd Betsy, and Chris Davies to share updates surrounding the UAA’s most recent tournament, what each of them has … Read More Read More

Not many people make the 5000-mile trip for a job opportunity. But when the position involves the UAA Seawolves, it’s well worth it. In this episode, David  Vallieres talks with Kevin Murdock, Seawolf’s assistant coach, to share his experience as a coach and how he ended up in Anchorage all the way from Florida. Kevin … Read More Read More

South Korea is known for many things; its kimchi, K-pop, Hyundai, and more… but it isn’t known for its hockey. When attending a tournament in South Korea, practices are of very little concern. In this episode, David Vallieres talks with Dean Deslauriers about his time as a Seawolf in the early 80s. He shares with … Read More Read More

Calling all SeaWolves fans and alumni!  After parting ways with the team many years ago, we want to shine light on the many accomplishments, life changes and hockey updates from our team around the globe.  In this episode, David Vallieres talks with Matt Shasby and Derek Donald. Coach Shasby shares some updates on the progression … Read More Read More

Nothing can compare to the relationships you build with your college roommates. In this episode, David Vallieres talks with his college roommate, Chris Davis (Wally), on the podcast to take a walk down memory lane. Struggling to keep it PG, the two share stories from their days as Seawolves and all that’s changed since then. … Read More Read More

With over 40 years of Seawolf Alumni, we love seeing what they accomplished after their years as players. In this episode, David Vallieres talks with Eric Silverman (Silvy) on the podcast to share where he’s ended up since playing as a Seawolf. He updates the Alumni community about one of the top premier hockey programs … Read More Read More