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Talon Talk Episode 65: "On the National Stage" -- With Aidan O'Gorman

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023


In this edition of Talon Talk, North Florida men's track and field's Aidan O'Gorman speaks on his hard work to get him to the 10,000m NCAA Finals as well as the detailed preparation that goes into it. Tune in to ESPN2/ESPNU tonight, June 7 to catch him compete against the top 24 runners in the country in the 10,000m.

Talon Talk Ep. 64 "Ariana Munoz Playing for Peru"

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022


UNF Women's Soccer's Ariana Munoz shares her experience playing for Peru during COPA America competition this past summer in our latest edition of Talon Talk.

Talon Talk Ep. 64 "Ariana Munoz Playing for Peru"

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022


UNF Women's Soccer's Ariana Munoz shares her experience playing for Peru during COPA America competition this past summer in our latest edition of Talon Talk.

Talking Title IX - With Khadijah Rushdan (Women's Basketball) & Eric Faulconer (Women's Soccer)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022


In this edition of "Talking Title IX" we sit down with Khadijah Rushdan, assistant women's basketball coach, and Eric Faulconer, head women's soccer coach, to touch on a variety of topics around women's sports. Both Rushdan and Faulconer share their experiences coming up in the athletics field, the changes to women's sports over the years and the unique roles that women's basketball and women's soccer have had on elevating opportunity and notoriety for women in sports.

Talking Title IX - With Khadijah Rushdan (Women's Basketball) & Eric Faulconer (Women's Soccer)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022


In this edition of "Talking Title IX" we sit down with Khadijah Rushdan, assistant women's basketball coach, and Eric Faulconer, head women's soccer coach, to touch on a variety of topics around women's sports. Both Rushdan and Faulconer share their experiences coming up in the athletics field, the changes to women's sports over the years and the unique roles that women's basketball and women's soccer have had on elevating opportunity and notoriety for women in sports.

Talking Title IX - With Donna Kirk (Senior Associate AD for Compliance & Administration/SWA)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022


In the fourth edition of Talking Title IX, we speak with Senior Associate AD for Compliance & Administration/SWA, Donna Kirk. Kirk has been at North Florida for nine years and was previously at Jacksonville University for 13 years. She discusses her influences in getting involved in working in college athletics, as well as some of her favorite moments while working in college athletics.

Talking Title IX - With Donna Kirk (Senior Associate AD for Compliance & Administration/SWA)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022


In the fourth edition of Talking Title IX, we speak with Senior Associate AD for Compliance & Administration/SWA, Donna Kirk. Kirk has been at North Florida for nine years and was previously at Jacksonville University for 13 years. She discusses her influences in getting involved in working in college athletics, as well as some of her favorite moments while working in college athletics.

Talking Title IX - Breaking Into Broadcasting & Production (with Sabrina Ceniza)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022


In the third edition of our Talking Title IX series, we speak with Sabrina Ceniza. After serving as a student assistant in UNF ESPN+ broadcasts while enrolled at North Florida, Ceniza has become an essential part of North Florida's productions after graduation. Ceniza has served in nearly every role there is to speak of in a broadcast, helping with replay, graphics, audio, all camera positions and directing. With this experience, Ceniza has grown to make connections in the field throughout Florida. With broadcasting, and particularly production, being a largely male field, Ceniza speaks on breaking into the field as a female. She also shares advice and insight into what goes in to make a quality broadcast.

Talking Title IX - Breaking Into Broadcasting & Production (with Sabrina Ceniza)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022


In the third edition of our Talking Title IX series, we speak with Sabrina Ceniza. After serving as a student assistant in UNF ESPN+ broadcasts while enrolled at North Florida, Ceniza has become an essential part of North Florida's productions after graduation. Ceniza has served in nearly every role there is to speak of in a broadcast, helping with replay, graphics, audio, all camera positions and directing. With this experience, Ceniza has grown to make connections in the field throughout Florida. With broadcasting, and particularly production, being a largely male field, Ceniza speaks on breaking into the field as a female. She also shares advice and insight into what goes in to make a quality broadcast.

Talking Title IX - History on the Pitch & for Women's Sports - With Linda Hamilton

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022


June 23, 1972, Title IX was passed as a law as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. The law prohibits sex-based discrimination in any school or other education program that receives funding from the federal government.  Over the next few months, North Florida Athletics will feature former and current student-athletes, staff and coaches, discussing their careers and the role that women's sports have played in their lives.  In this edition, we with former UNF women's soccer head coach, Linda Hamilton (07-13) on her career as a student-athlete, professional soccer player and collegiate head coach. Currently the head coach at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, Hamilton was recently inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame. Having shared the pitch with other greats such as Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers and more, Hamilton helped pave the way for US Women's Soccer and the sports world as whole for women in the United States. Hamilton was a member of the first Women's World Cup in 1991 and was a four-time all-american in college among other achievements.

Talking Title IX - History on the Pitch & for Women's Sports - With Linda Hamilton

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022


June 23, 1972, Title IX was passed as a law as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. The law prohibits sex-based discrimination in any school or other education program that receives funding from the federal government.  Over the next few months, North Florida Athletics will feature former and current student-athletes, staff and coaches, discussing their careers and the role that women's sports have played in their lives.  In this edition, we with former UNF women's soccer head coach, Linda Hamilton (07-13) on her career as a student-athlete, professional soccer player and collegiate head coach. Currently the head coach at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, Hamilton was recently inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame. Having shared the pitch with other greats such as Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers and more, Hamilton helped pave the way for US Women's Soccer and the sports world as whole for women in the United States. Hamilton was a member of the first Women's World Cup in 1991 and was a four-time all-american in college among other achievements.

Talon Talk Ep. 63 - "Nick Gabrelcik Gears Up for Arnold Palmer Cup"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022


Talon Talk Ep. 63 - "Nick Gabrelcik Gears Up for Arnold Palmer Cup"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022


Talking Title IX - Navia Penrod (UNF Softball 2016-19)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022


Talking Title IX - Navia Penrod (UNF Softball 2016-19) June 23, 1972, Title IX was passed as a law as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. The law prohibits sex-based discrimination in any school or other education program that receives funding from the federal government.  Over the next few months, North Florida Athletics will feature former and current student-athletes, staff and coaches, discussing their careers and the role that women's sports have played in their lives.  In this edition, we spoke with one of the greatest to play for UNF softball, Navia Penrod. Penrod currently works as a special education teacher in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. While at North Florida, Penrod achieved five different career statistical records and was the conference's NCAA Woman of the Year nominee.  Growing up in Naples, Florida, Penrod was always involved in athletics, being signed up for soccer, ballet, softball and more. Being raised predominately by her grandparents, Penrod's pursuit of softball came even before elementary school.  “My grandfather got me involved in softball,” Penrod said. “He got my first glove for me and get me out in the yard throwing every day. He saw something in me and decided to sign me up for little league at six years old. From there, it was really a wrap, so I owe it all to him.” Growing up in Naples, Fla., Penrod's talent pushed her to have to look harder and harder for the right fit as she pursued travel softball. She tried out for teams in Tampa, Fort Lauderdale and Miami.  Penrod recalls having to drive multiple hours for practices as she found her niche in the sport of softball.  “As a child, you don't see how crazy that is,” Penrod said. “But, my grandparents drove me to and from practices between their responsibilities.” The sacrifice was worth it. Penrod knew it was her passion to continue playing past high school.  “Watching it [softball] on TV and seeing it, I knew I wanted to do that [play Division I softball],” Penrod said. “I told my grandparents every day and said, that's what I want to do.” Penrod recalls Jacksonville, Fla., native and Florida Gators softball great, Michelle Moultrie, as one of her biggest inspirations growing up.  “The person I was inspired the most by was Michelle Moultrie,” Penrod said. “Her story as a walk-on, how good she got, how hard she worked and representation of an African-American in the sport; I wanted to do everything she did.” As college approached, North Florida emerged as a favorite for Penrod, being enthralled by the special education program, the campus and the influence of head coach Marcie Higgs.  The fit became apparent with her illustrious career as she was a two-time conference scholar-athlete of the year, three-time first team all-league pick, NFCA All-Region selection and career record holder in career batting average at a staggering .404. She also set program records in: On-base percentage (.451) At-bats (705) Hits (285) Stolen bases (83) Double plays turned (39) After graduating, Penrod entered the working world as a special education teacher in the Atlanta, Ga., area where she has grown quite the fan base.  “My students are hilarious,” Penrod said. “For some reason they googled me and found UNF softball. They are so funny. They come up to me with chrome books and find pictures of me playing and think it's the coolest thing. Because of me, they want to play sports, they want to play baseball and softball during recess. That's fun to see. “ This past month, the viewership of the NCAA Division I Women's College World Series, and postseason as a whole, was at an all-time high. All NCAA Regionals and Super Regionals were broadcasted on ESPN+ or a linear network. The WCWS Championship Series between Oklahoma and Texas brought in an average of 1.6 million viewers.  “It's changed [coverage] tremendously,” Penrod said. “When I was younger, I only remember seeing the big games, the championship games.” “I think a key driver [of growth] is just how amazing the sport is and people realizing that we need positive role models for women out there and that representation matters,” Penrod said. Undoubtedly, women's collegiate softball is one of the fastest growing sports in the NCAA.  “I think exposure and representation needs to continue to grow,” Penrod said. “I would like to see more games, more mid-major games and low-major games covered. I think representation in advertisements and sponsorships for women in sports is important in terms of growth.”  

Talking Title IX - Navia Penrod (UNF Softball 2016-19)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022


Talking Title IX - Navia Penrod (UNF Softball 2016-19) June 23, 1972, Title IX was passed as a law as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. The law prohibits sex-based discrimination in any school or other education program that receives funding from the federal government.  Over the next few months, North Florida Athletics will feature former and current student-athletes, staff and coaches, discussing their careers and the role that women's sports have played in their lives.  In this edition, we spoke with one of the greatest to play for UNF softball, Navia Penrod. Penrod currently works as a special education teacher in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. While at North Florida, Penrod achieved five different career statistical records and was the conference's NCAA Woman of the Year nominee.  Growing up in Naples, Florida, Penrod was always involved in athletics, being signed up for soccer, ballet, softball and more. Being raised predominately by her grandparents, Penrod's pursuit of softball came even before elementary school.  “My grandfather got me involved in softball,” Penrod said. “He got my first glove for me and get me out in the yard throwing every day. He saw something in me and decided to sign me up for little league at six years old. From there, it was really a wrap, so I owe it all to him.” Growing up in Naples, Fla., Penrod's talent pushed her to have to look harder and harder for the right fit as she pursued travel softball. She tried out for teams in Tampa, Fort Lauderdale and Miami.  Penrod recalls having to drive multiple hours for practices as she found her niche in the sport of softball.  “As a child, you don't see how crazy that is,” Penrod said. “But, my grandparents drove me to and from practices between their responsibilities.” The sacrifice was worth it. Penrod knew it was her passion to continue playing past high school.  “Watching it [softball] on TV and seeing it, I knew I wanted to do that [play Division I softball],” Penrod said. “I told my grandparents every day and said, that's what I want to do.” Penrod recalls Jacksonville, Fla., native and Florida Gators softball great, Michelle Moultrie, as one of her biggest inspirations growing up.  “The person I was inspired the most by was Michelle Moultrie,” Penrod said. “Her story as a walk-on, how good she got, how hard she worked and representation of an African-American in the sport; I wanted to do everything she did.” As college approached, North Florida emerged as a favorite for Penrod, being enthralled by the special education program, the campus and the influence of head coach Marcie Higgs.  The fit became apparent with her illustrious career as she was a two-time conference scholar-athlete of the year, three-time first team all-league pick, NFCA All-Region selection and career record holder in career batting average at a staggering .404. She also set program records in: On-base percentage (.451) At-bats (705) Hits (285) Stolen bases (83) Double plays turned (39) After graduating, Penrod entered the working world as a special education teacher in the Atlanta, Ga., area where she has grown quite the fan base.  “My students are hilarious,” Penrod said. “For some reason they googled me and found UNF softball. They are so funny. They come up to me with chrome books and find pictures of me playing and think it's the coolest thing. Because of me, they want to play sports, they want to play baseball and softball during recess. That's fun to see. “ This past month, the viewership of the NCAA Division I Women's College World Series, and postseason as a whole, was at an all-time high. All NCAA Regionals and Super Regionals were broadcasted on ESPN+ or a linear network. The WCWS Championship Series between Oklahoma and Texas brought in an average of 1.6 million viewers.  “It's changed [coverage] tremendously,” Penrod said. “When I was younger, I only remember seeing the big games, the championship games.” “I think a key driver [of growth] is just how amazing the sport is and people realizing that we need positive role models for women out there and that representation matters,” Penrod said. Undoubtedly, women's collegiate softball is one of the fastest growing sports in the NCAA.  “I think exposure and representation needs to continue to grow,” Penrod said. “I would like to see more games, more mid-major games and low-major games covered. I think representation in advertisements and sponsorships for women in sports is important in terms of growth.”  

Talon Talk Ep. 62 - “Thais Talks Pro Debut With Orlando Pride”

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022


JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - In the 62nd edition of Talon Talk we talk to Thais Reiss, five-time ASUN Women's Soccer All-Conference honoree, as she made her professional debut with the Orlando Pride of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) June 12 against the Chicago Red Stars.  A native of Curitiba, Brazil, Reiss played her first season with North Florida in 2017 and added to her legacy every year thereafter. The five-time letterwinner finished her UNF career as one of the greatest to wear the Navy and Gray, scoring 42 goals while assisting on 18 more as she tallied 102 points.  Reiss finished as the UNF Division I-era program leader in goals, while posting the second-most game-winning goals in ASUN history. Four times she was named to the all-conference first team, while also picking up second team honors in 2017 as the ASUN Freshman of the Year.  The five-time United Soccer Coaches All-Southeast Region honoree was named to the ASUN All-Decade Team as a five-time ASUN Player of the Week honoree. After her final match with UNF in the fall of 2021, Reiss was named to the Orlando Pride Preseason Team Feb. 1, 2022.  After months training with the team as a practice player, Reiss' hard work and ability earned her  contract with the team, an announcement made public June 11, 2022. One day later she made her NWSL debut in the 82nd minute of a game against the Chicago Red Stars.  Today we catch up with the UNF graduate turned pro!  

Talon Talk Ep. 62 - “Thais Talks Pro Debut With Orlando Pride”

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022


JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - In the 62nd edition of Talon Talk we talk to Thais Reiss, five-time ASUN Women's Soccer All-Conference honoree, as she made her professional debut with the Orlando Pride of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) June 12 against the Chicago Red Stars.  A native of Curitiba, Brazil, Reiss played her first season with North Florida in 2017 and added to her legacy every year thereafter. The five-time letterwinner finished her UNF career as one of the greatest to wear the Navy and Gray, scoring 42 goals while assisting on 18 more as she tallied 102 points.  Reiss finished as the UNF Division I-era program leader in goals, while posting the second-most game-winning goals in ASUN history. Four times she was named to the all-conference first team, while also picking up second team honors in 2017 as the ASUN Freshman of the Year.  The five-time United Soccer Coaches All-Southeast Region honoree was named to the ASUN All-Decade Team as a five-time ASUN Player of the Week honoree. After her final match with UNF in the fall of 2021, Reiss was named to the Orlando Pride Preseason Team Feb. 1, 2022.  After months training with the team as a practice player, Reiss' hard work and ability earned her  contract with the team, an announcement made public June 11, 2022. One day later she made her NWSL debut in the 82nd minute of a game against the Chicago Red Stars.  Today we catch up with the UNF graduate turned pro!  

Talon Talk Ep. 61 - "Honorary Doctorates With Keonna Farmer"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2022


In the latest episode of Talon Talk, former UNF women's basketball student-athlete, Keonna Farmer, discusses the honorary doctorate that she recently received. At just age 27, Farmer became the youngest such recipient in the history of the Tinity International University of Ambassadors School of Business to earn the honorary doctorate.  Farmer also discusses her current career goals, life after college and advice for soon to be graduates. The Birmingham, Ala., native was named ASUN Newcomer of the Year and was a six-time recipient of the ASUN Newcomer of the Week honor in her lone year in the Navy and Gray.

Talon Talk Ep. 61 - "Honorary Doctorates With Keonna Farmer"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2022


In the latest episode of Talon Talk, former UNF women's basketball student-athlete, Keonna Farmer, discusses the honorary doctorate that she recently received. At just age 27, Farmer became the youngest such recipient in the history of the Tinity International University of Ambassadors School of Business to earn the honorary doctorate.  Farmer also discusses her current career goals, life after college and advice for soon to be graduates. The Birmingham, Ala., native was named ASUN Newcomer of the Year and was a six-time recipient of the ASUN Newcomer of the Week honor in her lone year in the Navy and Gray.

Talon Talk Ep. 60 - Jazz Bond to the WNBA

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022


In a special edition of Talon Talk we speak with Jazz Bond after she was drafted in the 2022 WNBA Draft, becoming the first UNF women's basketball player to do so. The accolades are endless for Jazz and they led her to a life-changing day April 11 when she found out she was headed to the Dallas Wings of the WNBA. Enjoy the interview with this Osprey great!

Talon Talk Ep. 60 - Jazz Bond to the WNBA

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022


In a special edition of Talon Talk we speak with Jazz Bond after she was drafted in the 2022 WNBA Draft, becoming the first UNF women's basketball player to do so. The accolades are endless for Jazz and they led her to a life-changing day April 11 when she found out she was headed to the Dallas Wings of the WNBA. Enjoy the interview with this Osprey great!

Talon Talk Ep. 59 - "Getting to Know Kit Gulihur" -- UNF Women's Tennis

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022


In episode 59 of Talon Talk we get to know UNF women's tennis standout, Kit Gulihur. Gulihur is ranked No. 32 in the ITA singles rankings and No. 9 in doubles with Ana Paula Melilo, and is fresh off a Jan. 25 ASUN Women's Tennis Player of the Week honor.

Talon Talk Ep. 59 - "Getting to Know Kit Gulihur" -- UNF Women's Tennis

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022


In episode 59 of Talon Talk we get to know UNF women's tennis standout, Kit Gulihur. Gulihur is ranked No. 32 in the ITA singles rankings and No. 9 in doubles with Ana Paula Melilo, and is fresh off a Jan. 25 ASUN Women's Tennis Player of the Week honor.

Talon Talk Ep. 58: Dominik Barton - "History at ITA Regionals"

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2021


In episode 58 of Talon Talk we speak with Dominik Barton of UNF men's tennis to discuss his historic run to the ITA Southeast Regional Semifinals. We also to get to know him a little bit more in this episode.

Talon Talk Ep. 58: Dominik Barton - "History at ITA Regionals"

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2021


In episode 58 of Talon Talk we speak with Dominik Barton of UNF men's tennis to discuss his historic run to the ITA Southeast Regional Semifinals. We also to get to know him a little bit more in this episode.

Talon Talk Episode 57: Dream Fulfilled - Bryan Baker

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021


In this episode of Talon Talk we speak with Bryan Baker for the second time, this time around to discuss his MLB Call-Up and Debut with the Toronto Blue Jays. Baker is the first to make the Bigs for UNF since Mike Wood in 2003.

Talon Talk Episode 57: Dream Fulfilled - Bryan Baker

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021


In this episode of Talon Talk we speak with Bryan Baker for the second time, this time around to discuss his MLB Call-Up and Debut with the Toronto Blue Jays. Baker is the first to make the Bigs for UNF since Mike Wood in 2003.

Talon Talk Ep. 56 - Jay Bolt: "Back in Jax With a New Role"

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021


In episode 56 of Talon Talk we sit down with Jay Bolt, one of the best to play for the UNF men's soccer program. After an accolade-filled career that included a conference championship, Bolt went on to play for the Charleston Battery before returning to Jacksonville to take over as head coach at Episcopal High School.

Talon Talk Ep. 56 - Jay Bolt: "Back in Jax With a New Role"

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021


In episode 56 of Talon Talk we sit down with Jay Bolt, one of the best to play for the UNF men's soccer program. After an accolade-filled career that included a conference championship, Bolt went on to play for the Charleston Battery before returning to Jacksonville to take over as head coach at Episcopal High School.

Talon Talk Ep. 55 - Catherine Dunagan: "Reflections on a Championship Season"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021


In episode 55 of Talon Talk we speak with head women's tennis coach Catherine Dunagan to reflect on the success from the 2021 season. UNF claimed its sixth consecutive ASUN Championship, and first under Dunagan, as the second-year head coach was named ASUN Coach of the Year. The Ospreys also made UNF women's tennis DI history by knocking off No. 25 Ole Miss in the first round of the NCAA Championship, securing the program's first win during the tournament in UNF's DI era.

Talon Talk Ep. 55 - Catherine Dunagan: "Reflections on a Championship Season"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021


In episode 55 of Talon Talk we speak with head women's tennis coach Catherine Dunagan to reflect on the success from the 2021 season. UNF claimed its sixth consecutive ASUN Championship, and first under Dunagan, as the second-year head coach was named ASUN Coach of the Year. The Ospreys also made UNF women's tennis DI history by knocking off No. 25 Ole Miss in the first round of the NCAA Championship, securing the program's first win during the tournament in UNF's DI era.

Talon Talk Ep. 54: "We are the Champions!" -- Dana Roskic and Antonia Harrison

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021


In a special edition of Talon Talk we talk ASUN Championships with Antonia Harrison and Dana Roskic from UNF Beach Volleyball. The duo clinched the wins in the semifinals and finals of the 2021 ASUN Beach Volleyball Championship.

Talon Talk Ep. 54: "We are the Champions!" -- Dana Roskic and Antonia Harrison

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021


In a special edition of Talon Talk we talk ASUN Championships with Antonia Harrison and Dana Roskic from UNF Beach Volleyball. The duo clinched the wins in the semifinals and finals of the 2021 ASUN Beach Volleyball Championship.

Talon Talk Ep. 53 - Alex Kachler: Talon Talk Ep. 53 - Alex Kachler: "Graduate Transfer Success - From D3 to D1"

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021


In episode 53 of Talon Talk we speak with graduate transfer first baseman/catcher Alex Kachler from UNF baseball. Kachler transferred from Division III Methodist University and has made more than the most of his time at UNF. Kachler was twice named ASUN Player of the Week, is leading the league in hitting and is a nominee for the prestigious Senior Class Award. Get to know Alex and his journey in this episode.

Talon Talk Ep. 53 - Alex Kachler: Talon Talk Ep. 53 - Alex Kachler: "Graduate Transfer Success - From D3 to D1"

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021


In episode 53 of Talon Talk we speak with graduate transfer first baseman/catcher Alex Kachler from UNF baseball. Kachler transferred from Division III Methodist University and has made more than the most of his time at UNF. Kachler was twice named ASUN Player of the Week, is leading the league in hitting and is a nominee for the prestigious Senior Class Award. Get to know Alex and his journey in this episode.

Talon Talk Ep. 52 - Gabby O'Connell "The Journey to Scholar-Athlete of the Year"

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021


Episode 52 of Talon Talk features Gabby O'Connell of UNF volleyball and beach volleyball. O'Connell shares her journey through ups and downs en route to becoming Spring 2021 ASUN Volleyball Scholar-Athlete of the Year, the first in program history.

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Talon Talk Ep. 52 - Gabby O'Connell "The Journey to Scholar-Athlete of the Year"

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021


Episode 52 of Talon Talk features Gabby O'Connell of UNF volleyball and beach volleyball. O'Connell shares her journey through ups and downs en route to becoming Spring 2021 ASUN Volleyball Scholar-Athlete of the Year, the first in program history.

Talon Talk Ep. 51 - Head Coach Jeff Pigg: "Accolades and the Track Resurfacing"

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021


In episode 51 of Talon Talk we sit down with the head coach of the UNF men's cross country and track and field programs, Jeff Pigg. Pigg was recently named ASUN Men's Cross Country Coach of the Year after the men's team took home the ASUN title. Student-athlete Nathan Jubran received an opportunity to run at nationals following that. We also discuss the upcoming busy track and field schedule at UNF and the track resurfacing completed at Hodges Stadium.

Talon Talk Ep. 51 - Head Coach Jeff Pigg: "Accolades and the Track Resurfacing"

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021


In episode 51 of Talon Talk we sit down with the head coach of the UNF men's cross country and track and field programs, Jeff Pigg. Pigg was recently named ASUN Men's Cross Country Coach of the Year after the men's team took home the ASUN title. Student-athlete Nathan Jubran received an opportunity to run at nationals following that. We also discuss the upcoming busy track and field schedule at UNF and the track resurfacing completed at Hodges Stadium.

Talon Talk Ep. 50: "Pitchers and Catchers Report" -- Frank German

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021


In episode 50 of Talon Talk we speak with former UNF baseball pitcher Frank German. German was a two-time first team All-ASUN pick and was drafted in the 4th round of the MLB Draft by the New York Yankees.  German was recently traded to the Boston Red Sox organization and was a non-roster invitee to Spring Training.

Talon Talk Ep. 50: "Pitchers and Catchers Report" -- Frank German

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021


In episode 50 of Talon Talk we speak with former UNF baseball pitcher Frank German. German was a two-time first team All-ASUN pick and was drafted in the 4th round of the MLB Draft by the New York Yankees.  German was recently traded to the Boston Red Sox organization and was a non-roster invitee to Spring Training.

Talon Talk Ep. 49: "ASUN Player of the Week X3" - Jazz Bond

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021


In episode 49 of Talon Talk we catch up with Jazz Bond, senior forward on the women's basketball team. We follow up on recent milestones and her ASUN Player of the Week three-peat.

Talon Talk Ep. 49: "ASUN Player of the Week X3" - Jazz Bond

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021


In episode 49 of Talon Talk we catch up with Jazz Bond, senior forward on the women's basketball team. We follow up on recent milestones and her ASUN Player of the Week three-peat.

Talon Talk Ep. 48: "Training With Tomic" - PJ Kotan (UNF Men's Tennis)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021


In episode 48 of Talon Talk UNF men's tennis' PJ Kotan discusses training with a staple in the professional tennis world, Bernard Tomic. Kotan also gets into life in Australia and travel tricks to make the long flights doable on the way to the States.

Talon Talk Ep. 48: "Training With Tomic" - PJ Kotan (UNF Men's Tennis)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021


In episode 48 of Talon Talk UNF men's tennis' PJ Kotan discusses training with a staple in the professional tennis world, Bernard Tomic. Kotan also gets into life in Australia and travel tricks to make the long flights doable on the way to the States.

Talon Talk Ep. 47: "In December, But Really We're in July"

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020


Head women's soccer coach Eric Faulconer joins us for episode 47 of Talon Talk to discuss the adjustments he and his program have made with soccer season beginning in the spring semester due to COVID-19.

Talon Talk Ep. 47: "In December, But Really We're in July"

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020


Head women's soccer coach Eric Faulconer joins us for episode 47 of Talon Talk to discuss the adjustments he and his program have made with soccer season beginning in the spring semester due to COVID-19.

Talon Talk Ep. 46: “Soccer in the Spring” - Derek Marinatos

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020


On July 24, news broke that no regular-season competition would take place prior to September 18. Weeks later fall sports were pushed entirely to the spring semester.  Moving targets and an increased demand for attention to detail has heightened the need for creativity to deliver practice plans and reach student-athletes. That plan included multiple zoom meetings, guest speakers and film, connecting concepts they're implementing to those used at the professional level. In episode 46 of Talon Talk we speak with men's soccer head coach Derek Marinatos, discussing how he and his program have adapted to the changes required of the program in preparing for an altered season.

Talon Talk Ep. 46: “Soccer in the Spring” - Derek Marinatos

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020


On July 24, news broke that no regular-season competition would take place prior to September 18. Weeks later fall sports were pushed entirely to the spring semester.  Moving targets and an increased demand for attention to detail has heightened the need for creativity to deliver practice plans and reach student-athletes. That plan included multiple zoom meetings, guest speakers and film, connecting concepts they're implementing to those used at the professional level. In episode 46 of Talon Talk we speak with men's soccer head coach Derek Marinatos, discussing how he and his program have adapted to the changes required of the program in preparing for an altered season.

Talon Talk Ep. 45: "Peace in the Next Step - Equal Shot" -- JT Escobar

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020


In this episode of Talon Talk we talk to former UNF men's basketball student-athlete, JT Escobar.  Escobar joined UNF's 1,000-point scorer club while at UNF and helped the Ospreys to the 19-20 ASUN Regular Season Championship.  Now he is on to his next challenge, serving as Youth Director at Engage Church in Tallahassee, Fla., while spearheading Equal Shot Academy, "an elite youth program that goes beyond the scope of basketball. We empower under-resourced youth through athletic training, purpose development, and skill acquisition." JT's UNF Bio | https://www.equalshotacademy.comhttps://unfospreys.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/jt-escobar/9653 Equal Shot Basketball Training Academy | https://www.equalshotacademy.com

Talon Talk Ep. 45: "Peace in the Next Step - Equal Shot" -- JT Escobar

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020


In this episode of Talon Talk we talk to former UNF men's basketball student-athlete, JT Escobar.  Escobar joined UNF's 1,000-point scorer club while at UNF and helped the Ospreys to the 19-20 ASUN Regular Season Championship.  Now he is on to his next challenge, serving as Youth Director at Engage Church in Tallahassee, Fla., while spearheading Equal Shot Academy, "an elite youth program that goes beyond the scope of basketball. We empower under-resourced youth through athletic training, purpose development, and skill acquisition." JT's UNF Bio | https://www.equalshotacademy.comhttps://unfospreys.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/jt-escobar/9653 Equal Shot Basketball Training Academy | https://www.equalshotacademy.com

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