Richard Hastings: From Highland League to facing international superstars and Canadian glory

About this episode

Richard Hastings discusses his journey from the Highland League to international football and coaching.

Former Inverness Caley Thistle player and Canada international Richard Hastings. talks to Sean McAngus on the Highland League Podcast. ⚽️Early memories of playing for Nairn County in the Highland League. 🔥Signing for Inverness Caley Thistle. ⚽️ Knocking Celtic out of the Scottish Cup and other Caley success. ⚽️Gold Cup glory with the Canadian National Team and facing many well-known names in world football over the years. 🔥Managing Inverurie Locos and Rothes in the Highland League. ⚽️His future coaching ambitions and much more. 📱 Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ScottishFitbaBase/📧 Business Enquiries: Highlandleaguepodcast@gmail.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe!

People in this episode

Host: Sean McAngus

Guest: Richard Hastings

Topics covered

• Highland League
• soccer
• Canadian football
• coaching
• sports achievements

Keywords

• Highland League
• Richard Hastings
• Inverness Caley Thistle
• Canadian National Team
• soccer
• coaching ambitions
• Celtic
• Gold Cup

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Inverness Caley Thistle, Celtic, Canadian National Team, Inverurie Locos, Rothes

Places: Nairn County

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