Jungle Hockey Podcast

EPISODE 79 OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS! Ft. Dalton Toma of the Langley Trappers (PJHL) -Pre-Junior Hockey Career (Langley Minor, DHA) -Signing with Ridge -Getting traded to hometown mid-way through rookie season -Fresh start in Langley -Crazy Finals Run taking down Chilliwack and Richmond -Avraham Brown Cameo and Best Hockey Memories Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #bchl #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #jungle #junglehockey #junglehockeypod #aperioathletics Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EPISODE 77 OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS! -Will PJ and KI Tier 1 Merge Next Year!? -Centennial Cup could be hosted in BC next year!? -Ridge Meadows Flames 3PEAT! -Victoria wins VIJHL Championship! -Princeton, Kimberly SWEEPS! -KIJHL Finals are SET! Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #junglehockey #junglehockeypod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EPISODE 75 IS OUT NOW ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS! -THE KIJHL IS NO MORE, LEAGUE HAS OFFICIALLY SPLIT -WIJHL FORMED BY OUTCAST 8 -PJHL T1 Finals Update, Ridge up 3-0! -KIJHL Playoffs Update, Princeton and Beaver Valley Advance -VIJHL Finals Update, Victoria up 3-1! -NHL Playoff Race Insanity Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #junglehockey #junglehockeypod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EPISODE 73 IS OUT NOW ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS! -KIJHL Rumoured to Make Announcement on League Future This Week! -Centennial Cup Representative from BC WHEN!? -ACHA Nationals, Maryville NCAA D1, Calvin's Run -PJHL T1 2nd Round Recap, Langley shocks Richmond in 7 -PJHL T2 2nd Round Recap, Mission's 3-1 Comeback vs Surrey -KIJHL 1st Round Recap, Princeton Reverse Sweep, Battle of the Cariboo Best of 7 -VIJHL 2nd Round Update, Nanaimo takes down Comox -Crazy KIJHL Rumours, some PJHL Rumours Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #junglehockey #junglehockeypod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EPISODE 71 IS OUT NOW ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS! -KIJHL FULL Playoff Bracket Preview and Predictions -VIJHL Full Playoff Bracket Preview and Predictions -PJHL T1 Update, Langley Moves on! -PJHL T2 Semi-Finals Preview and Predictions -Hope Icebreakers home playoff game experience, insane atmosphere Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #junglehockey #junglehockeypod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EPISODE 69 OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS!!! PJHL T2 1st Rd Update PJHL T1 1st Rd Preview and Predictions The Race for the Doug Birks 4 Seed! KIJHL Prestige Cup Race KIJHL Player Polls Next Episode!!! Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #junglehockey #junglehockeypod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 67 Why Hasn't the KIJHL Announced Tier 1 Yet!? -Why Hasn't the KIJHL announced Tier 1 Yet!? -Olympics Update and Discussion -PJHL Tier 2 Playoff Update -KIJHL Standings Update -VIJHL Standings Update Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #bchl #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #jungle #junglehockey #junglehockeypod #aperioathletics #draftkings #sponsored #ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 65 Ft. Justice Loewen OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS! -Journey to the KIJHL -Princeton's Tight Knit Community -Posse's Championship Push and Keys to Success -Committing to Niagara of ACHA D1 Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #bchl #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #jungle #junglehockey #junglehockeypod #aperioathletics #draftkings #sponsored #ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kurtis Gabriel (@kurtisgabriel_) is a former NHL player who was selected 81st overall in the 2013 NHL Draft by the Minnesota Wild and went on to play at the NHL level with the Minnesota Wild, New Jersey Devils, San Jose Sharks, and Chicago Blackhawks. Known for his toughness, fighting, and on-ice presence, Gabriel carved out his professional career by embracing one of hockey’s most demanding roles. In this episode, Kurtis gave us nearly two hours of his time to walk through his entire playing career, sharing raw and mind-blowing stories of adversity, his favourite moments in the game, and the teammates who meant the most to him. We also dive deep into mental health, Kurtis’ own personal battles, and how a new outlook on life has led to meaningful change off the ice. Post-career, Kurtis has launched @collectivememoria, an online community focused on helping others, along with @thefightplan, which is set to evolve into a podcast of its own. He also has his first book releasing on April 20, 2026 — a raw and honest account of his journey through hockey and life after the game, featuring more detail and some untold stories he couldn’t tell on the podcast. This is an interview you don’t want to miss. Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #bchl #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #jungle #junglehockey #junglehockeypod #aperioathletics #draftkings #sponsored #ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, we’re joined by 3x KIJHL Broadcaster of the Year Award Winners, the Grand Forks Border Bruins broadcast crew, Kevin McKinnon and Cody Thate. We dive into their unconventional paths to becoming a play-by-play and colour commentary duo, packed with hilarious moments and genuinely impactful stories. We also go deep on the Border Bruins’ history, franchise turnaround, and recent success — including the championship push driven by ownership and Head Coach Dave Hnatiuk. Along the way, the conversation opens up into big-picture talk on the past, present, and future of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League, making this a must-listen for junior hockey fans. Hosted by: Owen Elson & Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #bchl #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #jungle #junglehockey #junglehockeypod #aperioathletics #draftkings #sponsored #ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

-Rebrand announcement -PJHL’s future next season: full separation, playoff format changes, trade rumours, and standings breakdown -KIJHL Tier 1 expansion update — not the teams we initially reported -VIJHL headlines, trades, and predictions -BCHL’s worsening situation: teams leaving, negotiations, and Hockey Canada implications -NHL recaps and discussion

This week, Owen and Joe were lucky enough to chat with Merrimack Hockey Senior Defenseman Matthew Campbell. Matthew played at BWC and for the NW Hawks before moving on to Junior and cementing his status as a Coquitlam Express legend. He then committed to Quinnipiac and won a National Championship as a freshman before transferring and playing two years at Michigan Tech. He got to attend the Philadelphia Flyers development camp, and is currently trying to carve a path to the Pros as his college career comes towards its end at Merrimack. Filled with everything from motivational and inspirational stories to hilarious laughs, this interview is one of our best, and we can't thank Matty enough for being such a beauty. Hosted by: Owen Elson and Joe Kuchaslo Presented by: The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers. https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN Sponsored by Aperio Athletics @aperio_athletics -Use promo code jungle15 for 15% off your first order! https://aperioathletics.com Sponsored by Rakuten - Join for free today and get a new member bonus after minimum qualifying purchases, just go to Rakuten.ca #pjhl #kijhl #vijhl #bchl #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #jungle #junglehockey #junglehockeypod #aperioathletics #draftkings #sponsored #ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.