Episode 73 Part Two - April 25, 2018

Guests - Ned Reynolds, Art Hains, Mark Stillwell, Corey Riggs, Don West, Guy Newcomb, Ron Snodgrass 

April 25, 2018 PART TWO
A Coach's Perspective - TRIVIA SHOW

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 Hopperfor cooking, and to Duane Darr for producing. 

Episode 73 Part One - April 25, 2018

Guests - Ned Reynolds, Art Hains, Guy Newcomb, Mark Stillwell, Don West, Corey Riggs, Ron Snodgrass 

April 25, 2018 Part One - Local Broadcasters Trivia Show
A Coach's Perspective - TRIVIA SHOW

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 Hopperfor cooking, and to Duane Darr for producing. 

Episode 72 - April 18, 2018

Guests - Mark Fisher and Mike Wilson 

April 18, 2018 - Mark Fisher and Mike Wilson
A Coach's Perspective - HOF/Lifetime Achievement

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.  

Episode 69 - March 28, 2018

Guest - Mike Keltner 

March 28, 2018 - Mike Keltner
A Coach's Perspective - March 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!  

Episode 68 - March 21, 2018

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

March 21, 2018 - MSU Handball, Coach Tommy Burnett
A Coach's Perspective - All-Americans

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!

Episode 67 - March 14, 2018

Guests - Denny Hunt and Jim Powers

March 14, 2018 - Denny Hunt and Jim Powers
A Coach's Perspective - MBCA/MSHSAA

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. 

Episode 66 - March 7, 2018

Guests - Dr. Kerwin Urhahn and Kevin Garner

March 7, 2018 - Dr. Kerwin Urhahn and Kevin Garner
A Coach's Perspective - State Championship Tournaments

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! 

Episode 65 - February 28, 2018

Guest - Katie Smith 

February 28, 2018
A Coach's Perspective - Human Champion Profile

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. 

Episode 64 - February 21, 2018

Guests - Jay Rush, Brian Pesek, John Ford

February 21, 2018 - Jay Rush, John Ford, Brian Pesek
A Coach's Perspective - Superfans

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! 

Episode 63 - February 14, 2018

Guests - Coaches Jon and Kelly Harper; Coaches Leon and Dawn Neal 

February 14, 2018 - Jon and Kelly Harper; Leon and Dawn Neal
A Coach's Perspective - Coaching Couples

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).  

Episode 62 - February 7, 2018

Guests Marty Prather, Betty Ward, Jeanine Scott Campbell, Bill Breashers. 

February 7, 2018
A Coach's Perspective - College Superfans

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. 

Episode 61 - January 31, 2018

Guests - Jeff Burnett, Don Louzader, Ethan Bryan

January 31, 2018
A Coach's Perspective - Professional Teams: Superfans

Awesome panel on the show!  We had Jeff Burnett, SUPERFAN to the Kansas City Cheifs, 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! 

Episode 60 - January 24, 2018

Guests - Nathan Stokes, Patrick Youmans 

January 24, 2018 - Nathan Stokes and Patrick Youmans
A Coach's Perspective - Officials

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! 

Episode 59 - January 17, 2018

Guests - Jeff Starkweather and Marty Marsh 

January 17, 2018 - Jeff Starkweather and Marty Marsh
A Coach's Perspective - Tournament of Champions

The Bass Pro Tournament of Champions, once again, has brought a tremendous event to Southwest Missouri.  The number one attended high school tournament in the country had as high a caliber competition as it ever has and delivered on three nights of excellent contests.  Joining us on the show to recap the tournament were the directors, Jeff Starkweather and Marty Marsh.  They put a lot of work into this event and we thank them for their efforts!  56 players from this tournament have gone on to play in the NBA over the years, and this year there were several Division I hopefuls and every game was thrilling.  Listen as Marty and Jeff talk about how the teams are selected and what it takes to make sure this tournament is the best in the country. 

Episode 56 - December 27, 2017

Guests - Courtney Frerichs, Greg Stephenson

December 27, 2017 - Courtney Frerichs and Greg Stephenson
A Coach's Perspective - Olympians

In this episode, Courtney Frerichs, Olympian and Silver Medal winner at the World Championships in the Steeplechase, joined us in studio to talk about her incredible journey from Nixa High School to London for the World Championships and her preparation for the next Olympics.  Her husband, Griffon, was also with us as he just finished his first full marathon!  Our co-host tonight, from Hiland Dairy, was the always informative and entertaining Greg Stephenson. 

Episode 55 - December 20, 2017

Guests - Kent Hedgpeth, Marty Marsh

December 20, 2017 - Kent Hedgpeth, Marty Marsh
A Coach's Perspective - Holiday Tournaments

Tournament time!  We are joined, in this episode, by Coach Kent Hedgpeth, Blue and Gold Tournament Director and Co-Pink and White Lady Classic Director and Pink and White Lady Classic Tournament Coordinator Marty Marsh.  We also hear from some special guests on their memories of the Blue and Gold and Pink and White Tournaments, Don Louzader, Dale Francka, and Betty Ward.  

Episode 54 - December 13, 2017

Guests - John Schaefer and Kinsey Sorrell

December 13, 2017 - John Schaefer, Kinsey Sorrell
A Coach's Perspective - Various Topics

Thank you to the very talented basketball coach John Schaefer - we discussed several topics and some of his formula for success. We also had 4-sport rock star athlete Kinsey Sorrell from East Newton on and learned about how she has enjoyed being involved and representing in so many different areas.  

Episode 53 - December 6, 2017

Guests - Kurt Warner and Coach Terry Allen

December 6, 2017 - Kurt Warner and Terry Allen
A Coach's Perspective - NFL/Various Topics

Thank you to former NFL player and current Hall of Fame Quarterback Kurt Warner for joining us on the show.  His insights on his journey in football, the NFL today, youth sports, and several other topics were discussed.   My co-host during this show is Kurt's former college coach at Northern Iowa and respected football guru Coach Terry Allen. 

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