Listen ""Walls Can Be Broken" - Ticats Today - May 7th, 2025 (ft. Phillip Brooks)"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Steve Milton interviews Phillip Brooks, a wide receiver and return specialist for the Hamilton Ticats. They discuss Brooks' journey from college football at Kansas State to the CFL, his athletic background, memorable moments in his career, and his aspirations in Canadian football. Brooks shares insights into his skills development, the challenges of transitioning to a new league, and his determination to make a name for himself in the CFL.TakeawaysPhillip Brooks joined the Ticats for the opportunity to play football.He played six years at Kansas State due to the pandemic and a redshirt year.Brooks had a brief stint with the Kansas City Chiefs but is focused on his current opportunity.His athletic background includes baseball, which helped with his hand-eye coordination.He had a standout game with 189 punt return yards and two touchdowns against KU.Brooks is learning about the CFL's Halo Rule and its implications for returners.He aims to follow in the footsteps of legendary returners like Brandon Banks.Brooks is committed to making a name for himself in the CFL.He emphasizes the importance of taking advantage of opportunities in sports.Brooks is dedicated to studying film to improve his performance.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Phillip Brooks02:02 - Career Journey and Transition to CFL03:50 - Athletic Background and Skills DevelopmentThe 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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