Meet SeaLion
Favourite Golfer / Athlete: Paul Henderson, not so much for his overall career achievements but for his drive and determination in taking the whole country on his back to score game winning goals in games 6 & 7 of the 1972 Summit Series with Russia after being knocked out of game 5 with a concussion. But of course, his greatest and most memorable feat was his sensational, iconic game winning goal in the last minute of game 8 giving the Canadians a series win over the Russians. This is arguably the greatest goal ever scored in Canadian history as it validated the whole country’s pride in our game.
Favourite Golf ball (if you are a golfer) if not a golfer, your favourite sporting memory: I have had two favorites. The first was Taylormade Project (a). I would bash this one around until I realized after 200+ rounds (yeah you are right, I am a slow learner) that Project (a) is for players with an “a” game. Since I am probably at a low “c” game I have found a new favourite which is Srixon Soft Feel. They suit my swing speed and feel good coming off the club. My colleague Hideki Matsuyama did very well with this ball at this year’s Masters Tournament. I am hoping it’s use will allow me to perform well at the 2021 Kobassa Open and Ride Her Cup events so I can approach Srixon for a sponsorship deal.
Favourite hockey player growing up: Davey Keon. He was a great Toronto Maple Leaf and when the Leafs visited us at our school, he signed an autograph for me and took time to ask how school was going and if I played hockey. He left a positive lifetime impression on me.
Favourite present day hockey player: Not so much a present-day favourite but my all-time favourite is Wendel Clark. He could do it all; he could play a skilled game; he could be a grinder; he could play a physical game; he could play a skating game. If you wanted him to scrap, he could do that too. Present day guy would be Connor McDavid for his skill, speed, and creativity. He also has a nasty side that shows up every now and again.
Favourite band(s): Teen years featured a lot of Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple. Great make out music and the songs were really long… oh yeah and Iron Butterfly’s In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida for that reason too. (You young guys may have to look that one up on your googling machines.)
Favourite movie(s): Shawshank Redemption – great role played by Tim Robbins, The Godfather – James Caan’s hot headed character Sonny Corleone is not to be confused with Tomcats own, even tempered all round nice guy Sunny Salaris, and The Commitments – a great movie about an aspiring band loosely based on the evolution of Stevo, Hollywood, Rocky, Jingles and Jody (Mrs. Doc) and the rise of Ghost Crossing (or is it Goat Droppings?)
A highlight from High School: Making it through High School was a highlight. Since I have political aspirations, I am reluctant to provide more specific highlights in writing.
If you could do one thing for the Tomcats, what would you do:
I’d open a complex for Tomcats like the one opened by the Hollywood Screen and Television Industry for members in need of a place to live, play or just get away. The facility would feature “Kapusta Palace 2” which would be a state-of-the-art arena, swimming pool, bar/gentlemen’s club, restaurant, and golf simulators. Expansion plans would include a championship golf course. For aging Tomcats living at the facility, I would negotiate with Chevy to retain the services of Amy’s Helping Hands to assist Tomcats with their peri care.
Favourite Tomcat: As Head Coach of the Tomcats I have no favorites. I value all the collective talents of current and past Tomcats. I have an appreciation that the fine qualities defining “what is a Tomcat” build and grow stronger with each passing year. (Did I mention I had political aspirations? Just getting some practice in)
Favourite Tomcat Moment: Experiencing the thrill of winning the Stanley’s Cup as captain of the Tecumseh Stingers. That team had a lot of heart and got the cup despite being huge underdogs. The cheering of adoring fans along the parade route (some coming from as far away as Leamington) was deafening and overwhelming for Mrs. Sea Lion and I as we sat on the back of a beautiful navy-blue Corvette waving to the crowd. Then to be handed the keys to the Corvette at the conclusion of the parade as MVP …… so special.
Meet Finner:
Favourite Golfer / Athlete: past Fred Couples, present Brooks Koepka
Favourite Golf ball (if you are a golfer) if not a golfer, your favourite sporting memory: Titleist (but doesn’t make a difference)
Favourite hockey player growing up: Gilbert Perrault
Favourite present day hockey player: Conor McDavid
Favourite band(s): Metallica
Favourite movie(s): Snatch
A highlight from High School: hit by two cars, broke leg
If you could do one thing for the Tomcats, what would you do: promote the great camaraderie
Favourite Tomcat: Barry Morris
Favourite Tomcat Moment: winning the triple crown
One thing you would like other Tomcats to know about you: I appreciated those years, not sure I mention it enough
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