Ready? Maybe. Set? Possibly. Go! Let's do this!

Hailey Jo and I finish the 10K Trail Run 

Vicki Newcomb, Corey and Christine McElhaney join us as we discuss the draw of long distance running.  We talk about training, racing, and building friendships out of this healthy outlet.  We talked about setting goals and motivating yourself to get moving! Vicki Newcomb has ran a minimum of a mile a day for over six years!  Listen and enjoy their passion they have from running and catch the feeling!  Lace them up! 

Next week, cheer on the Springfield Cardinals!  On June 20th we will honor Sport Dads!  On June 27th we will talk to some coaches that have started some college sport programs from scratch. 

We were informed and directed about sports from these Sports Information Directors!

Ed Beach and Mark Stillwell 

Great episode on the role of Sports Information Directors!  You would not believe what they do behind the scenes to promote and enhance their teams, programs, and universities.  Show this role some love!  Thank you Mark Stillwell and Ed Beach for what you do! 

Next week we are off due to the Springfield Cardinals - good luck to them!  We will return June 6th with some endurance runners....if I survive the 10K I am doing....live like Human Champions! 

Sport Moms-They simply GET. IT. DONE.

JoBelle Hopper (Mom), Lisa Mueller, Lori Sechlor, Ally McCall

Our best attempt at Rosie the Riveter! Go Sport Moms! 

This episode is so fun!  We had a great time with our panel of sport moms. My co-host, and mother, JoBelle Hopper helped guide us and my guests, Lori Sechlor, Lisa Mueller, and Ally McCall also shared their experiences as sport moms and what it means to the development of your child. Each one has a different angle and story, very interesting! We pay tribute to all of the ultimate sport moms out there! 

Next week, we will go behind the scenes with Sports Information Directors and how they work tirelessly to promote their teams and inform the public. Ed Beach from Drury University will be here. 

YO! Boxing CHAMPS in the studio!

Luis Valesquez, Alicia Ocero, Arturo Moreno

Thank you to Darrell Smith for bringing in studio three of his champions from Smitty's Gym in Springfield, Missouri.  Alicia Ocero Arturo Moreno, and Luis Velasquez shared their passion for boxing and for each other and the family environment that Coach Smitty has provided at his training center.  These champions fight hard in the ring, and live with honor outside of the ring. Listen to the benefits of boxing and appreciate what this sport has done for so many of our youth in this area.  

Alicia Ocero, Luis Valesquez, Darrell Smith, Arturo Moreno 

Next week, here we go, it is time to pay homage to the ultimate sport moms and the supportive force they provide.  My co-host is...of course...my mother, JoBelle Hopper!  Join us Wednesday, May 16, from 6:00-7:00pm on JOCK 98.7FM. 

It's POST TIME! We are off to the RACES!

In this episode, we are off to the races with local race horse owner Robert Low.  We took an inside look into his racing entity and got a close up look at Magnum Moon, heavy contender for the Kentucky Derby. We also learned the basics of horse racing and what it is like to have a horse run on such a vibrant stage.  The Kentucky Derby will be Saturday, May 5th at 5:30 (CST). Go Magnum Moon! 

We also caught up with the in-laws about their time raising and racing thoroughbred racehorses. JoAnne Hopkins, Scott Hopkins, Mike Hopkins, and Linda Shuler shared what a family event it was to take their horses to the track to race.  

Join us next week as we speak with some male and female local boxing champs!  Wednesday's 6:00-7:00 on JOCK 98.7FM. 

We have new CHAMPIONS!!!

Back: Ned Reynolds, Art Hains Duane Darr, Corey Riggs, Don West Guy Newcomb-Front:, Mark Stillwell, Jeni Hopkins, Ron Snodgrass 

Our "Trivia Throwdown-Showdown" two hour special was .a success!  We crowned new Champions, by a narrow margin, Corey Riggs and Don West edged out the defending champions, Art Hains and Guy Newcomb.  Ned Reynolds and Mark Stillwell played a stellar game, ending up 3rd.  Thank you to Dr. Ron Snodgrass for officiating and keeping score, to Momma JoBelle Hopper for cooking, and to Duane Darr for producing. 

ACP Trivia Competitors

Join us next week as we chat with Robert Low about preparing his champion horse, Magnum Moon, to run at the Kentucky Derby.  

YO-TRIVIA SHOW NOTICE!!

Wednesday, April 25, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 we will have our 2nd Annual A Coach's Perspective Trivia Showdown!  Teams include Art Hains and Guy Newcomb (Defending Champions), Corey Riggs and Don West, and Ned Reynolds and Mark Stillwell.  Dr. Ron Snodgrass, Big 10 Referee will be here to officiate and JoBelle Hopper is cooking!  

We will also have Twitter questions - follow the show at @coachhopkins987 and when we ask Twitter questions, be the first to answer and win Rib Crib or a Great Southern Gift Card.  

Also!  Watch us on Facebook Live - here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/jeni.b.hopkins

Who will be this year's CHAMPION??? Join us and find out! 

Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement Award Winner

Mark Fisher and Mike Wilson 

Great show on celebrating the careers of Coach Mark Fisher and Coach Mike Wilson.  Former players express the impact that these coaches made on them and how they are using those skills to be successful. Mike Wilson will be inducted into the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame and Mark Fisher will receive the Gary Filbert Lifetime Achievement Award.  

Next week!  What is going to be one of the biggest competitions of the year?  Answer:  A Coach's Perspective 2-hour special trivia throw-down showdown!  Next week (4/25/18) from 6:00-8:00 three teams will again face off and compete to be the trivia champions.  Art Hains and Guy Newcomb (defending champions), Ned Reynolds and Mark Stillwell, and Corey Riggs and Don West.  Ron Snodgrass will officiate. Join us for some trivia and fun! Send in your questions to acoachsperspective@gmail.com. 

Fore! Golfers in SYNC!

Rick Grayson, Lisa Tinkler, David Oatman 

Not planned, but guests tend to bond on this show...in red and black we had an excellent show recapping the stories and the shots of the 2018 Masters.  Thank you to Rick Grayson, David Oatman, and Lisa Tinkler for being on my golf panel.  VERY informative and entertaining! 

Next week, we will speak with the future inductees of the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association's Hall of Fame.  In two weeks...it's BACK!  The 2-hour trivia throw-down showdown with local broadcasters, Ned Reynolds, Art Hains, Mark Stillwell, Guy Newcomb, Corey Riggs, and Don West..  Ron Snodgrass will help officiate!  Join us on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:00 on JOCK 98.7FM. 

RUNNERS TO YOUR MARK!

Coach Ron Boyce and Coach Johnny Dicks 

Thank you to Coach Ron Boyce from Missouri State University Track and Field/Cross Country and Hillcrest Track and Field/Cross County Coach Johnny Dicks for sharing your insight on the sport of Track and Field.  Every lap was informative and entertaining! 

Next week, the Masters!  Let's take a look at the Super Bowl, Final Four, World Series of the Golf world. We will recap this eventful weekend of golf.  We will even learn some interesting facts, including the history of the coveted green jacket...join us on Wednesday nights, 6:00-7:00 on JOCK 98.7FM. 

It's MADNESS!

It is that time of year, March Madness!  Millions are attentive to the NCAA Tournament on the Men's and Women's side and the bracket has become an addictive tradition for many.  Coach Mike Keltner joins us as we chat about the bracket and college basketball.  There was even a little history and some fun facts about the tournament.  Enjoy!  

Next week, we are going to just talk in circles....track circles!  We will host 10-time Missouri Valley Coach of the Year, Ron Boyce, coach for the Missouri State University Track and Field Team. 

ALL-AMERICANS TELL US HOW IT IS DONE!

Coach Tommy Burnett, Laura Blankenship, Max Langmack, Sam Esser, Taylor Rumping, Kristina Picco, and Gretchen Gregory 

Missouri State University Handball Bears win another National title and crown SIX All-Americans while hosting the national tournament at the Dr. Thomas H. Burnett Handball Courts.  Gretchen Gregory, Laura Blankenship, Kristina Picco, Taylor Rumping, Sam Esser, and Max Langmack, along with their coach Tommy Burnett join us and talk about the secret to their success this year as a team.  Each All-American has taken a different path and road to success, thank you to them for sharing!

Next week - we get mad....March Madness!  We are going to explore the various angles of why a bracket gives us an addictive tradition every year.  We may make some predictions, too...for what it is worth!  Join us, Wednesday Nights 6:00-7:00pm on JOCK 98.7FM.

MSHSAA....MBCA....There is a lot happening here!

Thank you to our guests tonight.  The Executive Director of the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association, Coach Denny Hunt was in studio talking about all of the events coming up in the MBCA and about the two Show-Me Showdown weekends that are held right here in Springfield, Missouri.  We also had broadcast powerhouse Jim Powers on as he recapped Class 1, 2, and 3 play and previewed Class 4 and 5. 

Next week - they did it AGAIN - the dynasty of Missouri State University Handball won their 13th National Title over 37 other universities and on their home court!  They also had a record selected six All-Americans.  Coach Tommy Burnett will be here with the All-Americans.  We will also recap the Class 4 and 5 state championships.  

MSHSAA Execs in the STUDIO!

Kevin Garner and Dr. Kerwin Urhahn 

Thank you to the Executive Director of the Missouri State High School Activities Association, Dr. Kerwin Urhahn and Assistant Executive Director Kevin Garner for joining us tonight and giving us a behind the scenes look at the MSHSAA ShowMe Showdowns this weekend and next.  The Basketball State Championships will be held this weekend (March 8-10, 2018) at JQH Arena and Hammons Student Center on the campus of Missouri State University for Class 1, 2, and 3 and next weekend (March 15-17, 2018) for Class 4 and 5. Go see the best of the best in the state! 

Next week, St. Louis broadcaster Jim Powers will be here along with the Executive Director of the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association, Coach Denny Hunt. Good luck to all of the high school AND college teams that are still rolling this season! 

Thoughts from a Hall of Fame Legend

Coach Katie Smith representing the United States of America 

The New York Liberty Head Coach Katie Smith joins us and talks about her time at Ohio State, her 16 year professional basketball career, her plans as a head coach in the WNBA, and her upcoming induction to the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. Incredible interview from one of the all time greatest women's basketball players.  

Next week, join us while we visit with Kerwin Urhahn, Kevin Garner, and Jason West from the Missouri State High School Activities Association as they preview the upcoming State Championship Tournaments here in Springfield, Missouri. 

Superfans land once again in the studio!

Jay Rush, John Ford, Brian Pesek

We wrapped up our series on SUPERFANS with representatives from the University of Arkansas, Jay Rush; University of Missouri, John Ford; and the St. Louis Blues, Brian Pesek.  Thank you to Dennis Brunner for sending in his tribute to the College of the Ozarks! They were all informative and entertaining!  Thank you for all of the SUPERFANS in this series and sharing why they love their programs each and every year.  Their dedication is inspiring! 

"The button hat!"

Next week, we will have the head coach of the WNBA New York Liberty, Coach Katie Smith.  She is an All-American from Ohio State, three time Olympic Gold Medalist, WNBA Champion, and future inductee to the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.  Should be a great interview! 

Good luck to all of the winter sports as they continue in post season play! 

We are LOVIN' this!

Jon and Kelly Harper

Happy Valentine's Day!  For this special episode we featured coaching couples and talked about how they make their marriage work while coaching on the same staff. Each couple expressed how they find balance with coaching and as a couple.  They are excellent role models for their players!  My thanks to Coaches Jon and Kelly Harper (Missouri State) and Coaches Leon and Dawn Neal (Evangel University).  

It's a great day to be a BEAR...and a BEARCAT....and a PANTHER!

Jeanine Scott Campbell, Betty Ward, Bill Breashears, and Marty Prather 

COLLEGE SUPERFANS!  My guests tonight were fantastic! They shared why they follow the college team they do and how passionate and loyal they are each and every year.  Thank you to Marty Prather (Missouri State University Bears), Betty Ward (Missouri State University Lady Bears), Jeanine Scott Campbell (Drury University Panthers and Lady Panthers), and Bill Breashears (Southwest Baptist University Bearcats and Lady Bearcats). It was so fun listening to them and seeing first hand their commitment toward their programs. 

Next week - love is in the air!  How do husband and wives coach together and find balance?  We will ask them on Valentine's Day! 

In two weeks, we continue our SUPERFAN series with representatives from College of the Ozarks, Evangel, University of Missouri, University of Arkansas, and the St. Louis Blues! Should be FANtastic!  

It's a bird (well there was a Cardinal), It's a plane, It's SUPERFANS!

Don Louzader, Jeff Burnett, Ethan Bryan

Awesome panel tonight!  We had Jeff Burnett, SUPERFAN to the Kansas City Chiefs, Don Louzader, SUPERFAN to the St. Louis Cardinals, and Ethan Bryan, SUPERFAN to the Kansas City Royals.  What makes them invest unconditional loyalty season after season?  They tell us! Thank you for the insight, fellas! 

Next week, we will have COLLEGE SUPERFANS!  Join us as we look at the ultimate college SUPERFANS and why they follow the teams that they do. 

Nice Call, REF!

Patrick Youmans, Sydney and Nathan Stokes

Great calls and points of view from two excellent officials, Nathan Stokes and Patrick Youmans.  Impressive perspective on judgment calls, rule interpretations, and reacting to crazy comments in the stands.  They brought up some fantastic points, it was a great officials panel! 

Next week.....do you know any crazy super fans??? Send me their name!  We are going to feature some ultimate super fans. Thanks for listening!