Around the World Sports

I continue my season long interview series with West Aurora Boys Basketball Head Coach, Brian Johnson. In this episode, we talk about playing one of the best teams in the state, Yorkville Christian and what his guys can learn from that experience. We talk about staying motivated and positive in the middle of a difficult season. We also discuss the development of Ty Rogers and Chris Stinson. Lastly, coach gives a shout out to his seniors as they approach their final home game as Blackhawks. Thanks for listening!

Episode 2 from my Interview series with West Aurora Boys Basketball Head Coach, Brian Johnson. I apologize for the sound quality, I'm thinking I need to go away from Zoom and into something a little more professional. We talk about the teams slow start, what's impressed him thus far and what it's going to take to help the Blackhawks break out of the slump they are in. Thanks for listening!

I had the opportunity today to speak to West Aurora Boy Basketball head coach, Brian Johnson. Coach Johnson and I talk about the challenges of coaching and preparing during a pandemic, how you can identify a leader, we look back at the 2019-2020 season and I get his take on the Blackhawks first game in over 330 days on Tuesday against Yorkville. Thanks for listening!

On this episode of Around the World Sports, I welcome back CelticsBlog writer, Adam Taylor. Adam and I talk about the Celtics at the 1/4 mark of the season. We go up and down the roster, touching on JT and JB, the rookies, the 3 center rotation. We also talk about Adam's recent interview with former Celtic and NBA Champion, Kendrick Perkins and whether or not Kemba Walker is the "right" point guard for the Jays. Thanks for listening!

This week, I had the chance to speak to CBS 2 sports anchor, Matt Zahn. Matt and I spend some time talking about the season that was for the 2020-2021 Chicago Bears. We discuss the elephant in the room, the return of Matt Nagy and Ryan Pace. We also talk about the possible return of Mitch Trubisky and whether or not DeShawn Watson is a pipe dream. Thanks for listening, and hope you enjoy it!

On this episode of Around the World Sports, I speak to long time Chicago Bulls pre and post game host and current TV analyst for the Windy City Bulls, Mark Schanowski. Mark and I discuss the upcoming Bulls season, talk about the ceilings of some of their young talent, the possibility of the Bulls making a splash this offseason and what the realistic expectations are for a very young and raw, but talented Chicago team. Thanks for listening and if you're on iTunes please leave me a 5 star review, it's appreciated!!

Today, I talk to Boston Hockey Now writer, Jimmy Murphy. We discuss the 2019-2020 Bruins "Bubble Hockey" season, an underwhelming offseason and whether or not any help will come to the roster from prospects within. Jimmy gives me his take on the upcoming B's season (Hint: It's not good), and we also dive into two of the more polarizing players on the Boston Roster. Thanks for listening!

My most recent interview is with former big leaguer, and current Chicago Dogs infielder, Tyler Ladendorf. Tyler and I talk about his first season in Chicago, and what it was like playing for Butch Hobson. In addition, we discuss his favorite ballparks, and my favorite moment of the 2020 Dogs season. Thanks for listening and please follow me on twitter @SportsGuyAaron, and on Facebook and YouTube at Around the World Sports! My play by play call of the 10 run 9th inning by the Dogs on 7/31/20 against the Sioux Falls Canaries, capped by a game tying grand slam by Tyler. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_caCjpc6l1s&t=1975s

Today, I spoke with the play by play voice of the Fargo Moorhead Redhawks and the University of North Dakota football program, Jack Michaels. Jack and I talk about the just concluded 2020 American Association season, got his thoughts on the quality of play. We also talk about his past, how he got into the sports broadcasting industry 25 years ago and he gives some excellent advice for those of you who are looking to break into the field. Thanks for listening and take care!

Just a quick replay of the three pregame interviews I conducted with Chicago Dogs skipper Butch Hobson before the three Dogs games on July 10-12 in Fargo before the Dogs took on the Redhawks. Enjoy!

On this episode of Around the World Sports, I talk with lead fantasy football analyst for Fantasy Focused, Derek Tate. Derek and I talk about some of the gems to keep in your back pocket for this year's upcoming drafts as well as who to stay away from. We also have a little fun and reminisce on some of our best and worst picks and some of our all time favorite fantasy players. Thanks for listening! Derek and his team can be heard anywhere podcasts are found, just search "Fantasy Focused" They also can be found at the following: Fantasy Focused Youtube Channel--Live Stream every Sunday at 11am EST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5wHDfuPmtKOKKR45j7Cw7gV Twitter-- @Fantasyfocusedd/@Dtater4 Monkeyknifefight.com Promo Code—Focused $50 or more deposited get an additional $50 added to your account. Promo ends at the end of July, so move now!

In this episode, I speak to Notre Dame College Prep Hockey coach Tom Geiger. Tom and I talk about the past season of Dons hockey as well as look toward the 2020-2021 season. We talk about the players who surprised him with their performance as well as who he expects to step into a leadership role on and off the ice as they move forward. We also discuss the impact the Notre Dame Ice Boosters have on the program and what roadblocks he and his other coaches have had during the COVID-19 outbreak with regards to the off season work expected from his players. Thanks for listening!

Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Adam Taylor, lead writer for SB Nation for the Boston Celtics. We talk about the restart of the NBA season and what that will look like for the Celtics. We dive into whether or not trading Marcus Smart is a "smart" idea and we even get a little into the Chicago Bulls and the mess that is their front office. Thanks for listening!

Today we speak to Neal Ormond and Rick Albright, two legends in the world of West Aurora Athletics. Between them, over 100 years experience in teaching, coaching and broadcasting West Aurora games. We talk about the past season of West Aurora hoops and hop into the way back machine to get their all time favorite teams, players and moments. Thanks for watching!

Today I interviewed Sam Viebrock, former General Manager of Sport Information and Baseball Operations for the DuPage Pistol Shrimp. We do a little reminiscing on the 2019 season and talk about what made the first season of Pistol Shrimp baseball so successful. Thanks for watching!