Episodes
Time for another bonus episode for you. Fittingly, our 23rd episode of 2021 is a special with the bears number 23…yes, it’s Reece Rance! Dave sat down with Reece to talk about an ever-present year in 2021, his international career, and a few others things too.
Published 10/08/21
In this special, post-season bonus episode, we chat to the new Coventry Bears record points scorer in a single season...the one and only Dan Coates! In this interview, we learn more about Dan's decision to come to Coventry, his route into the game, and some of his stand-out moments from a stand-out year.
Published 09/28/21
The Bears weren’t able to round off their season with a win away at Rochdale, although Dan Coates *did* become the club’s all-time top points scorer in a single season, which is incredible. Co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart reflect on Sunday’s 50-22 loss and also hear from head coach Rich Squires. Also up for discussion are Ralph Rimmer’s comments about the future of the Bears specifically, from a press conference at the weekend.
Published 09/15/21
We’re back to reflect on another narrow loss for the Bears, who were just edged out 18-13 by Doncaster at the weekend. Co-hosts Dave Musson & Craig Cathcart look back on that one and look ahead to this weekend’s season finale away to Rochdale. We’re also joined by Bears head coach Rich Squires.
Published 09/08/21
Better late than never, our podcast is back with all the reaction and analysis from last weekend’s agonising 32-30 loss away to Hunslet. We also preview the Bears’ upcoming trip to Doncaster this weekend, as the end of the season draws nearer.
Published 09/04/21
What a way to mark our final home game of 2021! Ten tries from the Bears on Sunday - seven of them in the second half - saw West Wales Raiders put to the sword in some style, with a 50-18 home win. Co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart look back on an afternoon that saw the Bears regain their confidence and their swagger, and hear the post-match thoughts of head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott. They also look ahead to this weekend’s trip to Hunslet - can the Bears do the...
Published 08/25/21
Ahead of this weekend’s final home game of the season, we’re joined by Bears Director of Rugby Alan Robinson to discuss some big topics - namely the ongoing discussions around plans for restructuring the sport and what it might mean for our club. Alan also gives us reaction to Sunday’s tough 46-18 loss away to Keighley Cougars. Get your tickets for this weekend’s huge game at: https://www.coventrybears.com/bearstickets
Published 08/18/21
A tough day at the office for the Bears on Sunday, who slipped to a 32-16 defeat at home to an impressive North Wales Crusaders side. Hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart dissect the match and also hear reactions from head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott. We also look ahead to this weekend’s trip to Keighley, and talk more about the growing uncertainty off-the-field, and how it might be affected what’s happening on the pitch.
Published 08/11/21
It was tense, it was close, but it was a win for the Bears in London against the Skolars last weekend! In this episode, co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart look back on a vital victory that keeps the Bears in the hunt for the play-offs. We also hear post-match reaction from Bears head coach Rich Squires and from player/coach Dave Scott. Not only that, they look ahead to this weekend’s game, when the Bears welcome North Wales Crusaders to Coventry. Get your ticket for that one at:...
Published 08/04/21
Happy 100 episodes to us! To celebrate our little podcast reaching three figures, co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart reveal their 13 favourite Bears players from the last four years, most memorable matches, and any other fun podcast adventures. They also share *your* picks. On top of that, we also have post-match reaction from head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott after Sunday’s 40-12 loss away to top-of-the-table Barrow Raiders.
Published 07/28/21
Good things come to those who wait…back-to-back wins! The Bears’ postponed game with Keighley Cougars finally got played last Friday and it was well worth holding on for. The Bears produced a mature and clinical performance, and ended the evening with a superb 24-18 victory. Co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart have all the post-match analysis, and they bring you interviews with head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott. We also look ahead to this weekend’s trip to Barrow,...
Published 07/21/21
And now for something a little different… The postponement of the Bears’ trip to Workington last weekend potentially left us with another unscheduled week off, so we’ve used the opportunity to do something we’ve talked about for ages behind the scenes…feature some of the players! So, this week’s episode does exactly that - and will hopefully be the first of many episodes featuring our first team squad. For this special show, we’re joined by three Bears players - Josh Dunne, Jack Dawson,...
Published 07/14/21
So, that was something else - wasn’t it? We reflect on the Bears’ stunning 46-44 victory over Hunslet, where they overturned a 22-point deficit in the final 12 minutes of the game. Co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart try to articulate some feeling about the match, and we hear from head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott too. There’s also a quick look ahead to this weekend’s trip to Workington and a reminder to get down to the Butts on Friday 16 July for the rearranged game...
Published 07/07/21
We’re back after our unexpected week off, and we’ve got some controversy to get our teeth into, picking over the bones of the Bears’ 34-16 defeat at the hands of Doncaster on Sunday. Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart give their analysis of the game’s highs and lows, and they hear the post-match thoughts of head coach Rich Squires, and player/coach Dave Scott. They also look ahead to this weekend’s game against Hunslet at the Butts Park Arena. Tickets are available from...
Published 06/30/21
They might have lost on Sunday, but the Bears put in an excellent performance against promotion-chasing Workington Town - dominating the game in parts. In this week’s show, co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart pick out the positives and hear from head coach Rich Squires, and player/coach Dave Scott. They also get mildly distracted by a fantastic mullet, and look ahead to this weekend’s home game against Keighley Cougars - don’t forget to pick up your ticket for that one so you can come...
Published 06/16/21
It was a tough day at the office for the Bears on Sunday, as they were soundly beaten 36-12 by a strong North Wales Crusaders side in Colwyn Bay. Hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart chew over a disappointing result, and hear the post-match thoughts of head coach Rich Squires, and player/coach Dave Scott In more positive news, the Bears’ community work has done some quite incredible things already in 2021. So, we were delighted to be joined by club CEO Debbie Watson to hear all about it -...
Published 06/09/21
The Coventry Bears bounced back in some style on Sunday, with a fantastic 38-30 win at home to the Rochdale Hornets. In this episode, we get very excited about it! Hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart discuss the match, the standout players, and we hear from head coach Rich Squires, as well as player/coach Dave Scott. Not only that, we also look ahead to this weekend's trip to face the North Wales Crusaders. Fans are currently still not permitted at sporting events in Wales, so no away...
Published 06/02/21
It wasn't what we'd hoped for as fans returned to the Butts Park Arena on Sunday, where the Coventry Bears were beaten 44-26 by the London Skolars. Co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart reflect on that loss and bring you reaction from head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott. We also look ahead to this weekend's game at home to Rochdale Hornets. Tickets for that match are available now: https://www.coventrybears.com/bearstickets
Published 05/26/21
It’s a joyous, bumper show this week as we have a double celebration on our hands. First, the Bears notched their first win of the new season on Saturday with a terrific 36-10 win away at the West Wales Raiders. Hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart will look back on that game and get the post-match thoughts of head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott. Second, this weekend’s game against the London Skolars at the Butts Park Arena will be the first Bears home match played in...
Published 05/19/21
After more than 400 days away, the Bears finally got back to Betfred League 1 action on Sunday against promotion favourites Barrow Raiders. Although they ultimately lost 38-20, the Bears put in a quite terrific performance that suggests huge potential for the 2021 season. In this episode, co-hosts Dave Musson and Craig Cathcart dissect Sunday's game, and we hear from Bears head coach Rich Squires and player/coach Dave Scott. We also look ahead to this weekend's trip to Llanelli to face the...
Published 05/12/21
The Bears are back in Betfred League 1 action this weekend, with a match at home to Barrow Raiders. To celebrate, we've put together a special episode where we're joined by Bears Director of Rugby Alan Robinson, head coach Rich Squires, and player/coach Dave Scott for a thorough preview of the new season. We reflect on the Bears' two preseason friendlies, look ahead to the weekend's game, and the season as a whole. We also talk about the new satellite clubs that are being launched in the...
Published 05/05/21
Head coach Rich Squires joins Dave and Craig to give them an insight into preparations for the 2021 Betfred league 1 campaign.
Published 04/05/21
Your official Coventry Bears podcast is back in preseason and we’re delighted to be here! In this first episode of 2021, Dave and Craig look into the Bears’ fixture list for the new season, talk about the potential return of crowds, and cover a few other things too. Not only that, we’re also joined by Bears Director of Rugby Alan Robinson to hear about how things are going as the club prepares to finally return to the pitch. Check out the Bears’ 2021 fixture list here:...
Published 03/01/21
For our final catch-up episode, we're joined once again by Bears Director of Rugby Alan Robinson. This time, we're talking all about the Rugby League World Cup - both about the match taking place at Coventry's Ricoh Arena next October and the Legacy Grant the Bears have been awarded. Not only that, Craig also takes us through his personal schedule for the World Cup - or, at least, the schedule he'd like to have if everything falls into place! This is the official Coventry Bears podcast....
Published 08/31/20