TEAM 1200 Hosts
John Rodenburg
mornings@team1200.com
Twitter: @JRTeam1200
Co-host TGOR
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? I have 2. Lanny McDonald scoring in Game 6 to clinch the Cup for Calgary in 1989. Flames are my favourite team. Witnessing in person the Joe Carter World Series winning home run in 1993.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? I would be a pro golfer. When you can make that kind of dough and you don’t even have to carry the equipment, that’s pretty sweet.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? Opening day, Sept 1998.
Steve Warne
mornings@team1200.com
Twitter: @TGORSteve
Co-host TGOR
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? You'd think it would be Alfie in the '07 ECF, Clements-to-Gabriel in '76 or the Expos' 1994 championship (as awarded by me). But it's still my game-winning RBI in the 1977 Venosta, Quebec T-Ball championship. Tigers beat the Wildcats.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? Same as most people. I'd be playing shortstop in the 1977 Venosta, Quebec T-Ball league. Not necessarily for the Tigers.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? Wow. What a fun, open-ended question. I joined in 2000. Crazy story, right?
Matt Hamer
mornings@team1200.com
Twitter: @HammerTeam1200
TGOR Producer
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? It's was grade 10 soccer. We were down 4-1 to Napanee and I scored two "Schni Schna Schnappi".
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? 101 goal defenceman for the Ottawa Senators.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? 1999, the early years of Sports Radio in Ottawa, but way after JR ran out on to the field after Joe Carter hit his WS winning HR.
Steve Lloyd
steve.lloyd@team1200.com
Twitter: @Steve_Lloyd
Co-host In The Box
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? Mario Lemuiex's game winning goal in Game 3 of the 1987 Canada Cup final.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? Top 10 in the world golf rankings. I love golf. It's a sport where the best can do what they love and make a very good living at it for most of their lives.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? I joined Team 1200 in August of 1998 when it was known as OSR 1200. We launched Canada's second all sports radio station on Labour Day. The station became Team 1200 a year later.
Jason York
jason.york@team1200.com
Twitter: @jasonyork33
Co-host In The Box
Born and raised in Nepean, Jason enjoyed a nice little career in the NHL including 5 seasons with the Sens before he found his true passion in life, RADIO. Yorkie burst on to the radio scene back in the Senators playoff run with the critically acclaimed show “Afternoon Delight” co hosted with AJ Jacuback. He can now be found sitting in the shade beside the gargantuan head of Lloyd sweatermen weekdays from 9:30am to Noon on the “In The Box”. In his spare time Yorkie sits on the board for the distinguished right shot defensemen club, enjoys the odd round of golf and fancies himself as an outdoor rink guru.
Kenny Walls
kenny@team1200.com
Twitter: @longballswalls
In The Box Producer
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? There are 3 sport memories that really stand out for me, the first I didn’t see live, the 1989 Stanley Cup Final. The Calgary Flames winning the Stanley Cup at the Forum, beating the Montreal Canadiens, I couldn’t even fathom how many times I watch the VHS tape ‘The C of Champions’. The other 2 memories revolve around the Blue Jays, the first getting to go down on the field at the Skydome for my 10th birthday and getting the chance to meet Rod Carew, Roberto Alomar and many of the Blue Jays at the time. The second was watching the 1993 World Series drifting in and out of sleep until my Dad woke me just in time to see Joe Carter hit his famous home run.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? If I had the opportunity or talent to play a professional sport it would either be at shortshop or in net in the NHL.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? I made my debut at the Team 1200 in August 2005.
Dave Gross
dave@team1200.com
Twitter: @DaveGross37
Co-host of The Drive
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? That's easy-peasy. 2008, and after a lacklustre season highlighted by inconsistencies, the New York Football Giants head to Arizona to face the undefeated New England Patriots in the Super Bowl. This after squeaking into the playoffs as a wild card. The Pats were overwhelming Bo-Dog favourites (cross-promotion rules . . . ), but somehow Eli Manning got the job done (special shout-out to David Tyree's sticky helmet) and the cocky Pats were crunched. Even my dog Hollywood - perched next to me for the game - was impressed (or maybe it was the pizza I was feeding him). After witnessing wins in 1987 (see ya Denver) and 1990 (wide right!) , this baby was hugely unexpected and a true stunner. Tears of joy, baby, tears of joy.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? There's a few. Brad Fritsch's caddy, MLB for the NY Giants just so I could chase down Ichabod Crane ... errr ... Tom Brady, centre on a line for the Flyers circa 1987 with Dave Brown and Rick Tocchet on the wings (you want some of dis?), wingman for Tony Soprano, King of Winterfell, Banger for the Marlo Stanfield crew, starting point guard for Coach Reeves in The White Shadow, pivot with a chance to toss to the legendary Duke Ellingson, and, the opportunity to work with either: Dean Brown, Gordon Wilson or Aaron John Jakubec (... oh.... right).
When did you join the TEAM 1200? This is my second go-round with TEAM 1200. After starting as 20-20 update guy on 1999, I was hoisted into hosting duties with the great Garry Galley from 2002 to 2005, then my friend Glenn Kulka until late 2006. Everything I know about broadcasting, I owe to JR (bonus points and a gi-normous raise ... imminent)
Shawn Simpson
shawn@team1200.com
Twitter: @SSimpsonHockey
Co-host of The Drive
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? Playing for Canada at the 1987 World Junior. Punch up in Piestany.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? QB for my Patriots.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? January 2012.
James Abson
james@team1200.com
Twitter: @UncleJun1200
The Drive Producer
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? The Ottawa 67s winning the 1999 Memorial Cup and being an usher at the Civic Center during the tournament.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? Left wing for The Montreal Canadiens.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? Back in 1998 when the station 1st started as OSR 1200 Ottawa Sports Radio.
Lee Versage
lee@team1200.com
Twitter: @leeversage
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? I have a lot of great memories covering the Stanley Cups, Memorial Cups, Grey Cups and NHL Drafts with the performance of Danny Battachio, goaltender of the Ottawa 67s vs Kamloops, 62 saves in the first game of the 2005 Memorial cup in London as the best individual performance i have ever seen live.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? Who wouldnt want to be a DH in baseball....what a life.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? I joined the Team 1200 in September 2000 as an intern. Thought I would be here 3 months and over 12 years later, still going strong.
AJ Jakubec
aj@team1200.com
Twitter: @AJonSports
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? Player - scoring twice in the Peewee AAA provincial Gold medal Final(we lost), playing my 1st AJHL game with the Ft Saskatchewan Traders and fighting Bill Holowatiuk(I got beat up), attending training camp with the 91-92 Memorial Cup Champion Kamloops Blazers(they picked Darcy Tucker and Tyson Nash over me...go figure). Broadcaster - first OHL game with the Ottawa 67's in Sudbury(2003), 2005 Memorial Cup in London, 2007 Stanley Cup Final, talking pudding with Matt Kaunisviita on the Sunday morning Sports Ticket. Fan - Last game at Chicago Stadium(I will never forgive the Leafs for ruining it), Stanley Cup Finals, Winter Olympics, World Juniors, NCAA Basketball Tournament, Grey Cup, college football games at Washington and Michigan, Celtic-Rangers Scottish Cup Final, celebrating Newcastle's Champions League berth with delirious supporters in the away section at Blackburn, surviving the Millwall-Birmingham riot(bricks, fires, bomb threats, German Shepherds, good times).
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? Fastest man in the world. Nothing is more exhilirating than the men's 100M final at the Summer Olympics.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? September 2003-August 2007 for Round 1. Our fearless leader in the Ivory Tower(JR) brought me back for Round 2 in September 2010.
Eric Macramalla
eric.macramalla@bellmedia.ca
Twitter: @EricOnSportsLaw
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? Playing street hockey when I was a kid. Back then scoring a goal was a big deal. Now I just empty the dishwasher to feel good about myself. My other favourite sports memory is hearing Steve Warne tell me all about his game-winning RBI in the 1977 Venosta Quebec T-Ball championship. Apparently, the Tigers beat the Wildcats. Steve continues to deny allegations that he was juiced that season.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? If I could play any position in sports, it would have been center field for the Expos. I would have been like a young Mike Trout – less the strength, speed, raw talent, bat speed and overall athleticism.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? I joined the station in May 2010 after AJ Jakubec contacted me really upset that his dry cleaner ruined his bell bottoms and wanted to know what action he could take. I said none said no one would believe that people still wore bell bottoms. I then mentioned we should do a show together on AM radio about the business and law of sports. He agreed and to celebrate we went pant shopping.
Dean Roberts
dean@team1200.com
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? favorite sports moment is matt zultek scoring the overtime winning goal for the ottawa 67's when they beat calgary to win the 1999 memorial cup.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? I'd want to be playing on the PGA Tour.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? Not sure what the year was, but joined the TEAM 1200 from day 1 merging from CFRA Sports.
Dean Brown
Dean.Brown@bellmedia.ca
Twitter: @PxPOttawa
Senators Play-by-Play
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? First Sens game vs Montreal at the Civic Centre.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? 4th line goon in the NHL.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? July of 1983.
Gord Wilson
Gord.Wilson@bellmedia.ca
Twitter: @gordwilson
Senators Colour Commentator
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? Getting a chance to see and call first ever Senators game against Montreal, and getting a chance to see and call the fifth game of the Eastern Conference Final that saw Ottawa beat Buffalo to advance to the Stanley Cup.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? I'd be an NHL goalie. Would be one today if I wasn't afraid of the puck. Lousy quality to have as a netminder.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? I joined TEAM 1200 on day one, 1997 OSR.
Dave Schreiber
dave@team1200.com
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? The 1999 Memorial Cup when the 67s won it beating Calgary 7-6 in overtime right in Ottawa at the Civic Centre.Had the honour to call that game and every game in the tournament alongside Pierre McGuire and Dean Roberts.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? Would love to be exactly what Jason Spezza is....a number one centre with the Ottawa Senators.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? Have been with Team 1200 since its inception.
Matt Kaunisviita
matt.kaunisviita@bellmedia.ca
Twitter: @MattyVowels
What is your favourite sports moment/memory? My favourite sports memory was when the Colorado Avalanche won their second Stanley Cup, and my favourite player, Joe Sakic, handed the Cup directly to Ray Bourque instead of hoisting it himself. If only Gary Bettman had let him take the Cup immediately, instead of forcing him to pose for the always awkward photo.
If you could be playing any position in any sport, what would it be? If I could skate a little better, I'd love to be a playmaking centre.
When did you join the TEAM 1200? I started at the Team 1200 back in September of 2006.
Tim "Buzz" Kilpatrick
1967-2008
Although his voice was sadly taken from us, Tim's spirit and memory will live forever on TEAM 1200.
Buzz joined our team in 2002 and immediately found a home anchoring with unsurpassed passion our afternoon drive show. When the opportunity presented itself to shift Buzz into one of the three big chairs on the morning show, his true personality and talents emerged forever endearing him to thousands of loyal and dedicated fans.
Yankees, Leafs, sports, arm candy, movies, junior hockey and the world he lived in; Buzz loved to talk about it all each morning. Buzz was an amazing talent, friend and son. We will always miss him, but never forget him.
Nobody said it was easy
It's such a shame for us to part
Nobody said it was easy
No one ever said it would be this hard
Oh take me back to the start
