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Join us for coffee with Barrie Stafford, the legendary Equipment Manager for the Edmonton Oilers!

Barrie shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Banff and pursuing junior hockey to becoming a UAlberta Golden Bear under iconic coach Clare Drake, where he contributed to three championship wins. His path then led him to be a trainer for the Oilers' farm team, eventually joining the Edmonton Oilers in 1982—the very year they made their first Stanley Cup Finals appearance.

Barrie recounts his incredible 38-year career with the Oilers, a tenure that saw his name etched on the Stanley Cup five times! He was with the team for all five of their Stanley Cup victories, and his dedication extended to being a part of numerous Canada Cups and Olympic Games. After 28 tireless years behind the bench as Equipment Manager, Barrie transitioned into an office role, playing pivotal roles in designing spaces for Rogers Place and establishing the Oilers Alumni Association.

Presently, Barrie is a beacon of hope, dedicating his immense energy and passion to the Cure Cancer Foundation, a cause incredibly close to his heart. He actively participates in a wide variety of events, tirelessly working to uplift those battling cancer and to advance crucial research in the relentless pursuit of cures. His journey is a true testament to strength, perseverance, and hope.

Get ready to hear a truly inspiring story of a life dedicated to hockey, family, and now, a profound mission to make a difference in the fight against cancer.

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Tuesday marked one full year since we launched the ABA Coffee in the Park podcast - and what a journey it has been!

To every guest who said yes and shared their time, stories, and best piece of advice with us: Thank You. Your voices have brought depth, inspiration, and authenticity to every episode.

To our listeners who tune in week after week: you are the heart of this podcast. Your support, feedback, and encouragement have fueled us every step of the way.

This milestone is more than just a celebration - it's a moment of gratitude and reflection. And with that... we're thrilled too share that something very exciting is on the horizon for the podcast and its future growth!

Stay tuned - we can't wait to bring you along for what's next.

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Join us for a coffee and chat with Nedal Huoseh, Executive Director of ATG Sports Management! Nedal shares his incredible and unconventional journey, beginning with his family's immigration to North Edmonton as refugees in the early 60s.

His early path led him to NAIT for Electrical Engineering Technology. Even during his first year, he was already putting in the groundwork, literally, by digging trenches for an electrical contractor. By 2003, he took the entrepreneurial leap, opening ASI Tech, a leading provider of comprehensive contracting and communication solutions

A pivotal, life-changing moment arrived in 2008 when, while registering his son for soccer, he found no coaches available. Nedal stepped up, and it was through his coaching travels that he encountered a young Alphonso Davies. His son and Alphonso quickly bonded over their shared love for soccer. As Alphonso's talent began to shine, garnering recognition from academy scouts, Nedal became his trusted facilitator, helping him enroll in the academy and later sign with a team.

Alphonso's exceptional progression quickly attracted interest from numerous agents. Yet, whenever approached, Alphonso would consistently redirect them back to Nedal, saying, "Talk to my coach." This unwavering trust led Alphonso's family to ask Nedal to become his official agent. The rest, as they say, fell into place: a year later, Nedal successfully negotiated Alphonso's monumental contract with FC Bayern Munich. This high-profile success naturally led to other players seeking Nedal's representation, prompting him to establish ATG Sports Management.

Get ready to hear an inspiring story of unexpected turns, profound connections, and the dedication that propelled Nedal from a career in engineering to becoming a highly respected sports agent for some of the world's top talent.

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