Champs & Chums - Episode 80

About this episode

In this milestone episode, Anthony and Ashton interview Canadian Cricket star Derek Perera about his career and contributions to sports.

In this milestone 80th episode, Anthony and Ashton go behind the Mic with Canadian Cricket star, world-renowned Coach and Sport Builder, Derek Perera. FatherSon FunTalk with the former Team Canada athlete, and National Team Head Coach who is founder of the prolific Ontario Cricket Academy. Derek was born and raised in Brampton and will be inducted into the prestigious Brampton Sports Hall Of Fame in May. They also go Gold, Sliver, Bronze for Rain-inspired Athlete names. The Show concludes with All-Pro Go and a salute to their Champs & Chums.

People in this episode

Hosts: Anthony Alfred, Ashton Alfred

Guest: Derek Perera

Topics covered

• cricket
• sports coaching
• family fun
• athlete recognition
• youth sports

Keywords

• cricket
• Derek Perera
• Ontario Cricket Academy
• Brampton Sports Hall Of Fame
• sports coaching

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ontario Cricket Academy

Places: Brampton

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