What happens after the final horn…

Imagine going behind the barns after the final horn and hearing the conversations. Third-generation Chuckwagon driver Dayton Sutherland and broadcaster Kass Patterson give listeners that opportunity by giving fans a back stage pass to the world of chuckwagon racing. Dayton and Kass talk to those in the sport and learn more about the horses, driving techniques and much more!

Ep. 15 Jim Harbidge Ponoka Stampede Chuckwagon Director
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Ep. 15 Jim Harbidge Ponoka Stampede Chuckwagon Director

In episode fifteen of After the Ninth, Dayton talks about how spring training is going; and gives an update on one of the equine athletes in his barn. Kass talks to the Ponoka Stampede Chuckwagon Director Jim Harbidge about the upcoming Ponoka Stampede Tarp Sale, happening May 6th, and this year's Ponoka Stampede. One of the big questions asked during the interview was, could we see four outriders at the Ponoka Stampede again? Plus an an exciting announcement about how wagon fans can see their favorite drivers during this years Stampede.

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Episode 14 - Kristin Smith
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Episode 14 - Kristin Smith

In episode fourteen of After the Ninth Kass talks with Kirstin Smith from Hoffman's Horse Products (Country Junction Feeds). Kirsten shares her thoughts of a good feed program, the cost of feed, and more. Also hear Kirstin talk about her experience in 4-H getting to be apart of the WPCA's mentorship program, working in both Layne MacGillivray and Grant Profit's barns. Plus Kass talks a bit about the the 2022 NACC Tarp Sale in Lloydminster.

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Episode 13 - The Catch Up
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Episode 13 - The Catch Up

Dayton and Kass catch up in episode thirteen of After the Ninth after taking a brief break. The two talk about the 2021 condensed wagon season, the addition of the permit drivers in 2022, and Dayton's Demo Driver position at the 2022 Calgary Stampede. Also, hear the story of how Dayton got his new right leader, Sugar, and what the 15-year-old thoroughbred brings to the team.

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Episode 12 - Brett Kissel
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Episode 12 - Brett Kissel

In episode twelve Dayton and Kass sit down and chat with Canadian Country music star Brett Kissel. In this conversation the three chat about Brett's career, the release of his latest album "What is Life?" (out now!) and more! Also hear the role that the wagons play in Brett's love story with his wife Cecelia.

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Episode 11 - John Windwick
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Episode 11 - John Windwick

In episode eleven, Kass sits down and chats with John Windwick, Vice President of Community Initiatives and Brand at ATB. Kass and John talk about the benefits of being a chuckwagon sponsor, ways that athletes can build a relationship with their sponsors, and the different ways to make yourself stand out.

Also, tune in while Dayton and Kass talk about the different announcements going on in the world of Chuckwagon racing.

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Episode 10 - Eddie Melville
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Episode 10 - Eddie Melville

Dayton Sutherland and Kass Patterson are back as they sit down and chat with outrider Eddie Melville. Eddie knows his way around the wagon trail having been in the sport for over 30 years. The three talk about Eddie's career, some of his most memorable rides and so much more! Also, hear him talk about the "Equine Outfit of Excellence Award, and why it is so important for him that the real stars of the sport, the horses, get the spotlight they deserve.

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Episode 9 - Chad Fike
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Episode 9 - Chad Fike

Dayton Sutherland and Kass Patterson sit down and talk with Chad Fike in their one year anniversary episode of After the Ninth. The three talk about Chad's outriding career, his family legacy in the sport of Chuckwagon racing, the horses in his barn, and more! Chad also clarifies some details that his wife Caitlin told in the first episode of Woman of the Wagons.

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Episode 8 - Rick Fraser
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Episode 8 - Rick Fraser

Dayton Sutherland and Kass Patterson talk with two-time World Champion Rick Fraser. The three talk about Ricks's outriding career, how Rick was the first outrider to ride for their grandfather at the Calgary Stampede and the only outrider to ride for their son, his decision to take a 10-year break from driving the wagons, the horses that made different shows and more.

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Episode 7 - Chanse Vigen
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Episode 7 - Chanse Vigen

Dayton and Kass are back after an extended break. The two talk about the weather in Grande Prairie AB and how the cold affects the horses. The two talk with the 2019 Dawson Creek and Saskatoon Champion, the 5 time World Outriding Champion and the Rangeland Derby Rock Star Chanse Vigen. Dayton goes over what “calculated risk” means in the sense of their interview with Chanse Vigen.

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Episode 6 - Kurt Bensmiller
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Episode 6 - Kurt Bensmiller

Dayton and Kass talk to four-time World and Calgary Stampede Champion Kurt Bensmiller about everything from feed, to horse shopping, the state of the sport and what is needed moving forward.

The hosts also catch up after the break, and Dayton talks more about his adventures buying horses.

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Episode 5 - Les McIntyre
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Episode 5 - Les McIntyre

Dayton and Kass talk about shopping for horses or as Kass calls it the "Draft of Chuckwagon racing." Hear the hosts break down the WPCA runoff in Dewberry, along with the 2019 World Finals at Century Downs. Plus, catch part two of the interview with Les McIntyre.

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Episode 4 - Les McIntyre
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Episode 4 - Les McIntyre

Dayton and Kass are together to record the episode! The two talk about Dayton's latest win at the Battle of the Rockies! Dayton and Kass talk with Chuckwagon announcer Les McIntyre who was at the CPCA finals in Saskatchewan. This is part one of a two-part conversation with the former competitor turned announcer. The hosts talk about Century Downs and the track, this is not the first time that either host has been to the facility.

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Episode 3 - Kelly Sutherland
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Episode 3 - Kelly Sutherland

In episode three hear the second part of Dayton and Kass's conversation with Kelly Sutherland. Also, hear the hosts break down their conversation with "The King" of wagon racing after.

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Episode 2 - Kelly Sutherland
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Episode 2 - Kelly Sutherland

In episode two Dayton and Kass talk about Dawson Creek and the weather delays that the drivers saw to start the week off. Kelly Sutherland talks to the hosts about everything from how he got his start in the sport, to who some of the best drivers of all time are, and two of his best horses, one of which was named after an Alberta Premier.

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Episode 1 - Logan Grost
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Episode 1 - Logan Grost

Meet the hosts, and learn more about Dayton Sutherland - Hear Dayton and Kass chat with 2019 GMC Rangeland Derby Champion Logan Gorst. Logan talks winning Stampede, along with the Richard Cosgrave Memorial Aggregate. Logan shares what it meant to win with his 17-year-old left leader Canadian Idol, and more.

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