Listen "Building Bridges - Ticats Today - January 24th, 2025 (ft. Tom Flaxman)"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Ticats Today, Tom Flaxman, the new national scout for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, discusses his background in football, the importance of relationships in scouting, and his transition from coaching to scouting. He reflects on his experiences with various teams, including McMaster, and shares insights on the upcoming CFL draft and the scouting process.TakeawaysTom Flaxman is focused on Canadian talent for the CFL draft.Building relationships is crucial in the football community.The transition from coaching to scouting involves new challenges.Reflecting on the 2003 McMaster team highlights the importance of teamwork.Coaching experiences shape scouting perspectives.Understanding player mentality is key in evaluating talent.The CFL draft is a culmination of extensive scouting work.Tom's passion for football drives his commitment to the role.Networking with coaches is essential for scouting success.The role of a national scout is integral to team success.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Tom Flaxman and His Role02:57 - Understanding the Role of a National Scout06:00 - Building Relationships in Football08:49 - Transitioning from Coaching to Scouting12:01 - Reflecting on the '03 McMaster Team15:12 - Coaching Journey and Experiences17:58 - The Importance of Relationships in Scouting21:01 - Preparing for the CFL Draft23:20 - Conclusion and Future OutlookThe Ticats Audio Network provides Hamilton Tiger-Cats fans with the most comprehensive, entertaining and informative news and information about their favourite football team. Featuring Steve Milton, Mike Daly, Bubba O’Neil, Courtney Stephen, Simoni Lawrence, Mike Morreale, Rob Hitchcock, Mike Daly, Louie Butko, Troy Durrell, Ticats players, coaches and front office personnel, and many more. Regular shows include Ticats Today, Ticats This Week, Tiger-Cats Game Day, Tiger-Cats Pregame, Tiger-Cats At The Half, Tiger-Cats Postgame, Speaking With The Enemy, Morreale & Hitch, The Milton Report, What Happened with Simoni Lawrence, and so much more. Ticats Audio Network content can be found on the Tiger-Cats YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, at listen.ticats.ca and anywhere else you find podcasts. Please follow, like, leave a review wherever you find our content, and follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats social media channels to keep up to date with all Ticats Audio Network content. Twitter: @TicatsInsta: @hamiltontigercatsTikTok: @hamiltonticatsFacebook: cfltigercatsYouTube: ticatstvchannel
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