Hogan’s Alley - A Crokinole UK Podcast

Ryan and Terry are back at the mic, and this time they’re joined by the ever-lovely Mark “The Bear” Paddington. The trio break down all the highlights from the Wales Crokinole Clash, from the insane standard of play, to the exceptional sportsmanship, they cover all the highs and lows and deep dive into the Pool C final!  From there, they look ahead to the upcoming St Albans Open and the always-entertaining UK Doubles Championship. They wrap up by diving into Mark’s newest pride and joy: a custom Tracey board that has to be seen to be “bearlieved”… Apologies for Terry's audio in this episode, it will be fixed for our next record. 

Join Ryan and Terry for a relaxed chat in this laid-back instalment of Hogan’s Alley! We unwind after a busy stretch of events, sharing our highlights from the Crokinole Scotland Grand Prix and all the excitement of Tabletop Scotland. We recap the amazing efforts of people around the world on International Crokinole Day, and sit down with Matt Prowse and Alex Mitchell to hear the wild story of their epic adventure playing crokinole atop the Inaccessible Pinnacle!  To wrap things up, we preview the upcoming Wales Crokinole Clash in Wrexham — and share a few laughs and insights along the way. It’s a more chilled-out episode, but packed with great stories and the usual joy of crokinole! All Things Games: https://allthingsgames.co.uk/ 

Hogan’s Alley is back for Season 2! Ryan, Terry, and Ian Witt kick things off with a lively discussion about the exciting changes coming to the Crokinole UK Tour. They look back at a packed summer of (very hot) mini tournaments — from the Leicester King of Crok to the fun-filled Beers n’ Boards event in Holyhead — and share their highlights and takeaways. The crew also looks ahead to one of the biggest events of the year: the Crokinole Scotland Grand Prix at Tabletop Scotland. Including the tournament and a seminar (I know!). Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just crokinole-curious, this episode sets the stage for another thrilling season of flicks, friendships, and unforgettable moments in the UK Crokinole scene.

The boards were smooth, the play hotter than the NEC, and the atmosphere was electric. In Episode 8 of Hogan’s Alley, Ian Witt returns to join Ryan and Terry for a full rundown of the UK Crokinole Championship — the biggest and most competitive event the country has ever seen. From standout performances to unforgettable moments, it’s a celebration of high-level play, community spirit, and everything that makes Crokinole great.

Queen of the Board herself, Helen Temby, grabs the mic and joins this episode of Hogan’s Alley! She joins Ryan and Terry to break down the Crokinole UK Masters — who nailed it, who failed it, and why she is (probably) the most popular Crokinole player around. Then, Ian Witt makes his triumphant return to preview the upcoming UK Championships. We’ll talk format, expectations and the joys Ian has of organising the largest Crokinole gathering ever seen on British soil. You won’t want to miss this one…

Ryan and Terry are back—and once again they’ve brought reinforcements! Joined by the ever-energetic Jase “The Ace” Noble, the trio dive into their action-packed experience at Airecon, covering all the Crokinole highlights and unforgettable moments. They recount the thrills of the Airecon Crokinole Tournament, relive the hilarity of a very special crossover event—Blood on the Croktower—and dish out behind-the-scenes insights on the Convention as a whole. Looking ahead, they preview the upcoming Crokinole UK Masters, and spotlight more events from the Crokinole UK calendar that should be on every Crokinista’s radar. This latest episode is bound to bring laughs and a particularly special musical bonus!

In this action-packed episode of Hogan’s Alley, we dive into the thrilling highlights from the St Albans Crokinole Open and Doubles Championship, The Winter Classic, and the Retrocave Rumble. From high quality victories to surprising upsets, we relive the best moments from the boards.  We also reflect on our own performances and weigh up competitiveness vs. enjoyment of the game.  Plus, we look ahead to the upcoming Airecon Crokinole Classic and what’s in store for the rest of 2025. Give it a listen… you know you wanna… Questions for our next episode:  Q1: How did you get in to Crokinole? Q2: What do you enjoy most about Crokinole?  Q3: Why would you recommend other people try Crokinole? Shevatos Crokinole: https://www.youtube.com/@ShevatosCrokinole Tracey Boards YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjuaZFlm0xs&t=209s 

In this episode of Hogan's Alley, Ryan and Terry recap a whirlwind of recent tournaments! The excitement of the Crokinole Clash in Wrexham, the vibes of the Meeplewood 22 at Airecon West, and the cozy charm of the Rotational Doubles Tournament at Matthew Prowse’s monthly village games club. They dive into the highlights, standout performances, and unique quirks of each event, expanding the Crokinole community here in the UK. To wrap up, they preview the upcoming St Albans tour event, sharing their excitement and predictions. It's tournament tales and tour talk—don’t miss it! Opening Song: Hogan's Alley - James Noble Closing Song: All I Ever Am - The Cure

In this exciting episode of Hogan's Alley, Terry and Ryan sit down with special guests Sammy Nour, Ben Hackney-Williams, and Alan Wood to talk all things Crokinole World Cup.  From the nail-biting moments to the unexpected adventures off the board, this interview is packed with laughs, insights, and a few surprises along the way. Shevastos Crokinole: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVgo_LQosawBDOBo14xbyg  Roaring 20s: https://www.facebook.com/CrokinoleNL?locale=en_GB  Apologies for Ryan's audio, it will be fixed for the next episode! 

In this jam-packed second episode of Hogan's Alley, Terry and Ryan are back with more banter and a few bruised egos! We kick things off by reflecting on the feedback from our debut episode. Then, we dive into a full review of the Scottish Grand Prix, including Terry's, um, stellar performance on the board (yes, there's some sarcasm there). Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming Crokinole Clash in Wales, breaking down what to expect from the venue and tournament. Ryan also treats Terry to a ridiculous tale involving a Crokinole board and Facebook Marketplace that you won’t want to miss. Tune in for more laughs, more flicks, and more Crokinole! Closing Track: SCuba - Cubano Chant (Live)

In our very first episode of Hogan's Alley, Terry Brown and Ryan Anthony kick things off with a bang! We introduce you to the world of of Crokinole UK, preview the highly anticipated Scottish Grand Prix, and take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the highs, lows, and laugh-out-loud moments from last season. Expect plenty of banter, a few unexpected tangents, and our usual enthusiasm. Closing Track: SugarCandy Mountain - Forget Me Not https://tinyurl.com/3eyjyw5k

In this episode of Hogan’s Alley, Terry is joined by Helen Temby and they talk to the world’s most prolific Crokinole author – Michel Cloutier. They discuss Michel’s books which he was inspired to write after rediscovering the Greatest Game on Earth, touch on some plans for International Crokinole Day, and generally enjoy each other’s company. If you love Michel’s books, or are considering picking up a copy (or two), then you’ll want to tune in. And yes, Terry did forget who is usual co-host is a the start of the episode...  Let's call is a senior moment... but words will be had! Honestly not sure he should be in charge of anything.  Wouldn’t trust him to run a bath. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crokinole-Illustrated-Guide-Michel-Cloutier/dp/1775003329 

In this episode of Hogan’s Alley, we sit down with Jeremy Tracey, the craftsman and storyteller behind Tracey Boards, one of the most respected names in the world of crokinole.  We talk about everything from winning a world championship to dealing with criticism, from running tournaments to the global crokinole community. Whether you’re a lifelong player or you’ve never heard of crokinole before, Jeremy’s enthusiasm and insight is bound to pull you in to the Greatest Game on Earth. https://traceyboards.com/ 

In this special episode of Hogan’s Alley, Ryan and Terry sit down with the man turning wood into beautiful games and tables — Steve Mellors of Meeplewood and Play Crokinole — to talk all things board-building, disc-flicking, and launching his brand-new Kickstarter on August 12th. From workshop expansions to design dreams, Steve shares the story behind crafting crokinole boards and gaming tables and why this campaign deserves your consideration. Get your fingers ready — Mepplewood and Play Crokinole are coming to Kickstarter. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/crokinole/playcrokinole  https://www.meeplewood.co.uk/ 

It’s the end of the season and Ryan and Terry are joined by none other than Tour Champion Tom Curry! The trio dive into the wild world of Crokinole in 2025: the glory, the gaffes and the great players. Expect banter, bold takes, and even Terry grilling Tom on the most important choices in Crokinole. It’s a season review so good, you’ll want to listen again… after you breakout your board, of course.

Hogan’s Alley Podcast are spearheading a campaign to make August 20th the official International Crokinole Day. 20/08 or 08/20 – however you write it, it’s a perfect date for a perfect game. And we need you to help make it unforgettable. What’s it all about? Imagine this: crokinole boards in unexpected places, laughter echoing over BBQs, a few cold beers, good friends, and great flicks. We want the world to pause – just for a moment – to enjoy the beauty of the round wooden board. It’s not about competition, it’s about connection. The spirit of camaraderie. The joy of introducing someone to something new. Let’s turn this humble Canadian classic into a global celebration. More info: https://crokinoleuk.com/international-crokinole-day-august-20th/ 

Ryan and Terry are back with a special episode of Hogan’s Alley, and this time, they’ve brought in the questionably iconic Ian Witt to flick some wisdom your way. Together, they turn to the Crokinole community to answer life’s big questions: How did you get hooked on this gloriously quirky game? What keeps you coming back for more? And why should everyone—yes, even your nan—give it a go? Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned board-slinger, this episode is packed with laughs, love for the game, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting. Thank you to everyone who submitted answers to our questions, you made recording this episode a dream. Sorry if we didn't use your responses, we had so many!