"This is Backyard" - Ticats Today - February 28th, 2025 (ft. Johnny Augustine)

In this episode of Ticats Today, host Steve Milton interviews Johnny Augustine, a multi-talented running back who recently joined the Hamilton Tiger Cats. They discuss Augustine's journey from playing in Winnipeg to returning to his roots in Hamilton, his career highlights, and the importance of accepting roles within a team. Augustine shares insights into his playing style, his athletic background, and the challenges he faced in his career, including the disappointment of not being drafted. He also touches on his ventures in real estate and how he applies lessons from football to his life outside the sport.TakeawaysJohnny Augustine feels a strong connection to Hamilton.He emphasizes the importance of winning over personal accolades.Augustine takes pride in understanding offensive philosophy.He started playing football later than most athletes.His martial arts background influences his approach to football.Augustine values the finer details of his role as a running back.He faced challenges after not being drafted but remained determined.Augustine's transition to Hamilton feels seamless due to familiarity.He believes in inspiring the younger generation of players.Real estate is a passion for Augustine, linking it to his sports career.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Johnny Augustine and the Tiger Cats03:02 - Johnny's Journey and Transition to Hamilton05:47 - Career Highlights and Role Acceptance08:58 - Playing Style and Contributions to the Team12:04 - Athletic Background and Early Influences15:04 - Challenges and Triumphs in His Career17:58 - Real Estate Ventures and Life Beyond FootballThe 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