On Your Sidelines

For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in its 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team and is hosted by Sports Director Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 44 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 12 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Sports Director Jack Patterson.Jack recaps some of the big moments of Week 11 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 12, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, ACE Charter vs. Spencer. Jack is also joined by Shaw Head Coach Blair Harrison, who helps preview their showdown with Westover.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in its 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team and is hosted by Sports Director Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 42 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 9 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Jack Patterson.Jack runs down the biggest games of Week 9, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, Auburn at CentralFor the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

In this episode of the PrepZone Preview, the News 3 Sports team talks about the 52nd Battle for the Brocelli Jug. Can the red hot Pacelli Vikings keep the Jug on their campus as the Brookstone Cougars look to get back into the win column. Another rivalry will play it's final game in East Alabama. Will there be another crazy upset on the horizon in Class 7A? Plus, it's the final time Rex Castillo will be on the podcast. The team reflects on Rex's time leading the News 3 Sports Department as he moves into a new role at WRBL.You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

In this episode of "On Your Sidelines" the WRBL Sports Team welcomes Auburn senior linebacker and captain of the football team Owen Pappoe. Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson talk with Owen about his favorite moments at Auburn, how he ended up choosing the Tigers while having dozens of offers at Grayson high school, previewing the "Deep South's Oldest Rivalry", the viral tackle he had on Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford and much more.You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 39 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 7 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack recap some of the big moments of Week 6 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 7, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, Opelika at Auburn.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 38 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 6 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack recap some of the big moments of Week 5 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 6, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, IMG Academy at Central.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 38 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 6 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack recap some of the big moments of Week 5 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 6, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, IMG Academy at Central.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | Twitter Rex Castillo: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 37 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 5 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack recap some of the big moments of Week 4 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 5, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, Mt. Zion at Brookstone.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 36 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 4 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack recap some of the big moments of Week 3 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 4, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, Central at Opelika.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | Twitter Rex Castillo: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 35 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 3 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack recap some of the big moments of Week 2 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 3, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, Callaway vs. Troup County.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | Twitter Rex Castillo: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 34 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is Week 2 of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack recap some of the big moments of Week 1 of the PrepZone, and run down the biggest games of Week 2, including the PrepZone Game of the Week, Spencer vs. Carver in the Heritage Bowl.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | Twitter Rex Castillo: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 33 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is the 2022 season debut of the News 3 PrepZone Preview with Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson.Rex and Jack run down all of the top matchups of Week 1 of the High School Football season, including our 1st PrepZone Game of the Week, Glenwood at Pacelli.For the 2022 season, On Your Sidelines will be the home of the PrepZone Preview, in it's 9th season of being the Chattahoochee Valley's High School Football preview show. The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 32 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features Richard Holdridge, who is one of the voices for the Columbus Rapids and Columbus Lions, as well as Russell County High School.Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with Richard about his love of sports, going from growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area to going to a small college in Tennessee, as well as how he made his way to Columbus.You'll also hear how he came to the decision to serve our country in the Army National Guard and make Columbus his home. Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 31 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features Head Coach of the Columbus River Dragons Jerome "Boom Boom" Bechard.Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with Bechard about his start in hockey in his native Saskatchewan, his journey coming up the ranks of junior hockey and stories of his run ins with Wayne Gretzky and Gordie Howe.You'll also hear stories from his days with the Columbus Cottonmouths, including the last days of the franchise, and how he got on with the Columbus River Dragons. You can listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 30 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features Auburn Senior Gymnast Derrian Gobourne.Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with Derrian about her career growing up in gymnastics, who motivates her and her incredible career at Auburn so far. We'll also go inside her decision to return to Auburn for another year and what 2022's run to the Final Four was like.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson.On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home.You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 29 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features the Defensive Coordinator of the Columbus Lions, Damian Daniels.Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with Damian about growing up in Columbus, playing for Charles Flowers at Shaw High and becoming one of two Lions players to have their jersey retired. You'll also hear about how Daniels is working with the next generation of football players as well.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson.On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home.You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 28 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features the play-by-play voice of the Columbus River Dragons and Columbus Chatt-a-Hoots, Zak DeBeaussaert.Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with Zak and recap how he got into broadcasting, his time with the Carolina Thunderbirds before moving to Columbus, and being a part of the team bringing hockey and baseball back to Columbus.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson.On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home.You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media: News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 27 of On Your Sidelines features 1987 Masters Champion, Larry Mize.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson.On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home.You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 25 of the On Your Sidelines Podcast features the voice of the Auburn Tigers, Andy Burcham. While Jack & Rex prep for March Madness, Sports Director Rex Castillo takes time to talk basketball and broadcasting with Auburn Tigers host, Andy Burcham.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found under the Podcasts tab on wrbl.com. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 26 of On Your Sidelines features Carver Girls Basketball Coach Anson Hundley. Anson joins Jack and Rex to talk about his love for basketball, how his career in coaching started, leading his team to championships, and advice for future female college athletes.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found under the Podcasts tab on wrbl.com. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 24 of the On Your Sidelines podcast is a special edition, where you'll get to know the WRBL News 3 Sports Team better. Join Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson as they take you behind the scenes of the Chattahoochee Valley's most experienced sports team.You'll learn about Rex's childhood in Saudi Arabia and his time serving in the military, Jack's journey to the sports desk and his viral moment with ESPN's Marty Smith, and some of the favorite Chattahoochee Valley sports moments from both Rex and Jack.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 23 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features Columbus Rapids Forward Olivia Jarrell. Olivia joins Rex and Jack to reminisce about her record setting career at Columbus State, as well as how she got into soccer, and what it's been like playing for the Rapids in the first season of the franchise.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found under the Podcasts tab on wrbl.com. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | Twitter Rex Castillo: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 22 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features Columbus Lions Head Coach Jason Gibson. Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with the leader of the Lions, and recap his playing career, which took him around the world. We also hear stories about Gibson's time coaching the Lions, and the launch of the Columbus Rapids.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found under the Podcasts tab on wrbl.com. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 21 of On Your Sidelines features News 3's Phil Scoggins in episode all about “Faces of Physical Activity”. In this episode Jack and Rex talk with Phil about his career throughout collegiate swimming and what led him to his current career in broadcasting from sportscaster to anchor.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found under the Podcasts tab on wrbl.com. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the iHeart Radio app.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 20 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features Kyle Sandy from Sandy's Spiel. Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson will dive into Kyle's love of basketball, plus how Sandy's Spiel came to be and how it's grown to be one of the top high school basketball sites in the state of Georgia. You'll also hear updates on how the season is going so far in the state, and teams to be on the lookout for in February and March. If you're a fan of high school hoops in Georgia, you'll want to check this episode out!Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 19 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features News 3 This Morning Co-Anchor and Atlanta Braves Pregame Host Blake Eason. We chronicle Blake's start in the media industry, how he landed at News 3 and his path to the Atlanta Braves. Blake tells us how running the teleprompter at CNN fueled his passion for TV news and gives us a look inside his hectic schedule working Braves games and News 3 This Morning. Plus, Blake discusses having a front-row seat to the Braves' World Series Championship and learning the game on the fly.

(WRBL) — Episode 18 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features the Editor of Sideline Pass, Kevin Eckleberry. Eckleberry has been a mainstay in the LaGrange sports scene for nearly 20 years. In this episode, Kevin details some of the biggest moments he's covered, as well as what keeps him motivated on this beat. We'll also go into his fandom for the Atlanta Braves, who just won the World Series after 26 years.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 17 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features the Director of College Recruiting for Callaway High School, Andrew CarawayCaraway was a former player for the Cavaliers, and eventually became the play-by-play voice for Callaway. We go in-depth about his connection with Head Coach Pete Wiggins, the emergence of the Cavaliers as a powerhouse in the state Georgia, and the 2020 2A state championship season. We'll also talk about the current state of collegiate recruiting and how student athletes can put themselves in the best position to land a scholarship.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 16 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features legendary head coach Charles Flowers.Flowers coached at West Point, Shaw, Dougherty and Troup in his career, as well as serving as the district-wide Athletic Director for Muscogee County. In this episode, Rex and Jack talk with Coach Flowers about his coaching philosophy, his time building Shaw into a football and baseball powerhouse, and how he is still making an impact in our community to this day.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | Twitter Jack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

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Episode 14 of On Your Sidelines features the West Central Georgia Ambassador of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Jonathan Karastury. Karastury was the starting quarterback for Northside High, and is a former WRBL Athlete of the Week. Join us as we dive into Jonathan's incredible story, including one morning that changed his life forever, and led him to the life he has chosen today. Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

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Episode 12 of the On Your Sidelines podcast features one of the longtime voices of high school sports in the state of Georgia, Jon Nelson. Nelson is entering his 27th season of coverage with Georgia Public Broadcasting. From being a host on “Prep Sports +,” to play-by-play of numerous state championships, Nelson has been a soundtrack to some of Georgia's biggest high school sports moments. Nelson also serves as the play-by-play voice of Atlanta United 2, Atlanta United's USL Championship side. In this episode, we'll delve into his career, the opportunity to work alongside the legendary Tommy Palmer, his relationship with the late Buddy Nobles and much more.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode 11 of On Your Sidelines features Jeff Whitaker, a member of one of the most historic Auburn football teams. As a freshman he was a member of the undefeated National Championship team, and part of the 2013 National Runner-Up.Whitaker is a testament of what love and support can do for anyone. Growing up in Macon, Georgia he lost his mother at 13.He went all in on football and he went on to an incredible college football career. Since he put up his cleats he continues to inspire young athletes to choose the right path.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

Episode #10 of On Your Sidelines is former Harris County and Georgia Tech Quarterback TaQuon Marshall. TaQuon joins Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson and discusses the record setting career he had playing for the Tigers and Yellow Jackets, as well as what he's doing now to help the next generation of football players in the state of Georgia.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone under the Video Center tab.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

For Episode 9 of the On Your Sidelines podcast, our guest was #9 of the Auburn Tigers, Ryan Bliss. Bliss is a graduate of Troup County High School in LaGrange, where he was a top 20 prospect in the state of Georgia in the class of 2018. Bliss then went on to start every game his Freshman season, helping Auburn to their first appearance in the College World Series in 22 years. Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson catch up with Bliss, chronicling his journey from Troup County to the SEC and beyond.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone under the Video Center tab.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

One percent better, everyday.That is the mantra of Pacelli Athletic Director and Boys Basketball Head Coach Corry Black. Coach Black has been ingrained into the basketball scene in the Southeast for decades, from his playing days growing up in Tifton, GA, all the way to his current positions with Pacelli and his own company, CBHoops. In this edition of On Your Sidelines, Rex and Jack talk with Coach Black about turnaround he's created on and off the court at Pacelli, as well as journey to that position, including working under legendary Columbus State basketball coach Herbert Greene, and much more.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

DJ Jones is Columbus, born and raised. On the latest episode of On Your Sidelines, Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson go in-depth on DJ's journey from growing up in Vista Estates to a National Championship at UGA and to the NFL and eventually back to Columbus to start SportsVisions. They also talk about DJ's long career in broadcasting, including a stint as the Sports Director here at WRBL News 3.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

After not playing in 2020, the Columbus Lions are back for the 2021 National Arena League season, including their starting Quarterback, Mason Espinosa. Espinosa has had two stints with the Lions, with both teams finishing as runners up in the NAL. On this episode of On Your Sidelines, Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson chronicle Espinosa's journey from Nashville to Ohio and eventually to Columbus. They also talk about his other stops in his career, including being a part of the final ArenaBowl champions and how that is connected to the Lions' 2021 season opener.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

On April 30th, the Columbus River Dragons won the first hockey championship for the Fountain City in 9 years. There was plenty of excitement when the new hockey franchise was launched in 2019, but this was the pinnacle moment for the players, coaches and fans.In the newest edition of the On Your Sidelines podcast, Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson sit down with player/coach Jay Croop about his journey to the 2021 Ignite Cup Championship and how he knew that this version of the River Dragons had the talent to win it all from the very beginning.We'll also talk about Jay's journey as professional hockey player, which was a dream of his since he was just 2 years old. Croop dubbed Columbus as the “Hockey Town of the South”, he absolutely loves playing in front of the fans here in the Fountain City. He now calls Columbus, GA his hometown and wants this hockey franchise to be a permanent part of this community.“You know I plan on staying here forever. I never want this team to move and I hope that it never does. You know we've created something here, you know the front office and everyone involved, has created something that I cherish and love personally. I'm going to do everything that I can to keep the team here.”JAY CROOP, COLUMBUS RIVER DRAGONS PLAYER/COACHThe On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

In episode 2 of On Your Sidelines, Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with one of the coaches of the Columbus Hurricanes swim team, Leah Gingrich. Gingrich is not only a coach, but a competitor with dreams of representing the U.S. in the Tokyo Olympics later this year.In this episode, Rex and Jack chronicle Leah's career in and out of the pool, including her time swimming for the University of Texas, competing and coaching in the era of COVID-19 and when she walked away from competing full-time.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

On the latest episode of On Your Sidelines, Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with Glenwood Athletic Director and Baseball Coach Tim Fanning. Fanning is a multiple time AISA State Champion on the diamond, and has coached hundreds of athletes over the years at Glenwood. In addition, Fanning has worked with the “More Than a Game” foundation for years, as well as written two books: “Serve to Lead” and Serve to Lead 2.”Coach Fanning speaks about his upbringing in Columbus, as well as the people who have made a impact in his life. You'll also hear about Fanning's battle with colon cancer, and how that experience opened his eyes to a lot of things in his life. You definitely don't want to miss this episode of On Your Sidelines.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

On episode 3 of On Your Sidelines, Rex Castillo and Jack Patterson sit down with Columbus State Director of Golf and CBS Sports Golf Analyst Mark Immelman. Immelman was a part of multiple National Championships as a player on the CSU Golf team before taking over the reigns of the Cougars' program in the early 2000s.Rex and Jack talk with Mark about his career in golf, both as a player and a coach, being the older brother to 2008 Masters champion Trevor Immelman, and the many things that can be done to help grow the game of golf, locally and beyond. You'll also hear Immelman's inspiring journey from South Africa to Columbus, Ga.The On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter

In May 2019, Ignite Sports officially brought hockey back to Columbus and the Chattahoochee Valley, unveiling the River Dragons. That's when the Valley was introduced to Scott Brand, the teams' President and General Manager. The Columbus sports scene change forever from that point forward.In the debut edition of the On Your Sidelines podcast from News 3 Sports, Sports Director Rex Castillo and Sports Anchor Jack Patterson sit down with Brand to talk about all things River Dragons, including a behind the scenes look at the FPHL shutdown last year, his time at USA Hockey and the one time he left hockey to work in pro wrestling.We'll also talk about the process of bringing baseball back to the “Fountain City” with the Columbus Chatt-A-Hoots. You'll hear Scott's stories about getting access to Golden Park and the history behind the ballpark. You'll also learn about Scott's previous stops in the Midwest, bringing baseball back to several cities, being in charge of the referees across the country and what makes running the River Dragons and Chatt-A-Hoots so much fun.I was so exhausted, but I was exhausted because I am happy exhausted. I haven't even enjoyed the fact that we have a winning hockey team. It's been a blast. It's like when you're a little kid, and you don't get the keys to the candy store, but they say go build the candy store. You get to build whatever you want in the candy store.SCOTT BRAND ON HIS JOB BEING FUNThe On Your Sidelines podcast is the official podcast of the News 3 Sports team, and is hosted by Sports Director Rex Castillo and Weekend Sports Anchor Jack Patterson. On Your Sidelines will introduce viewers to the backstories behind the athletes, coaches and media personalities that call Columbus home. The podcast airs live every other Tuesday at 3pm Eastern at wrbl.com. Replays can be found in the Podcast Play Zone.Follow us on Social Media:News 3 Sports: Facebook | TwitterRex Castillo: Facebook | TwitterJack Patterson: Facebook | Twitter