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From student-athlete to summer intern, Abby's Cathedral Prep journey has come full circle. As member of the Class of 2024, Abby helped lead the Villa Maria Academy/Cathedral Prepgirls basketball program to one of the most successful four-year runs in school history, including four District 10 Championships, two PIAA State Runner-Up finishes, a Final Four appearance, and an incredible 90-10 overall record. Off the court, she was actively involved in Student Council, National Honor Society, Rally Club, and Outreach Club. Now, as a student at West Virginia University studying Advertising and Public Relations, Abby has returned to Cathedral Prep this summer as an intern here in our Advancement Department, giving her a whole new perspective on the school she proudly calls home. In this episode, we talk toAbby about:Experiencing the transition as a student from Villa Maria Academy to Cathedral PrepHow Cathedral Prep prepared her for success in collegeSpeaking to a group of Villa alumnae as a student during the Fall of 2022 Coffee & Conversations eventWhat she's learned by working behind the scenes in the Advancement Department, including alumni engagement, donor relationships, events, and communicationsWhy staying connected to your alma mater matters This episodes provides a great conversation with aperspective on the impact of a Prep education and the lifelong connections that continue long after graduation.

On today's Summer Shootaround, Matt Norlander and CBS Sports' Cameron Salerno discuss Arizona on the heels of a Final Four. Tommy Lloyd is back, the Arizona roster should be very good and the Wildcats are likely the team to beat in the Big 12. All that and more on the 'Zona edition of Summer Shootaround. (0:00) Intro (1:00) Cameron Salerno joins the show to talk Arizona hoops(3:30) Fresh off a Final Four, the Tommy Lloyd era is firing on all cylinders(10:45) Roster Breakdown: A lot to replace, two proven pieces & a 5-star freshman(18:00) Is Arizona the Big 12 preseason favorite?(24:15) The non-conference schedule is very good, very toughAuction Links (Bookmark these! Auctions will go live in August)1 - https://tilt.fyi/MNlmHxqdr12 - https://tilt.fyi/l4NL2zwjTP3 - https://tilt.fyi/WheUISAkS4Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of GusterEye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠.You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.”Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.comVisit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/

Catching up with the Discord! Could a team of 5th year adds make the Final Four! One thing each CBB team should have done differently! The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday! The College Basketball stock market is LIVE on Stakeholder! Buy low or sell high on teams as they lose and add players in the portal! Join using our link for an instant $15 bonus: https://stak3holder.com/join/sleepersmedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The competition has been intense, the debates have been heated, and now only FOUR legendary tag teams remain in Monte & The Pharaoh's Inaugural Greatest Tag Team Tournament! Who will advance to the championship? Which team will earn the title of the Greatest Tag Team of All Time? Join Monte & The Pharaoh as they break down every matchup, debate the greatest duos in wrestling history, and hear from the fans who are helping decide the winner! Don't miss one of the biggest tournament episodes yet as we count down to the finals! Like • Comment • Subscribe and let your voice be heard! #MonteAndThePharaoh #GreatestTagTeamTournament #FinalFour #TagTeamWrestling #WWE #WWF #NWA #AEW #WCW #ProWrestling #WrestlingLegends #ClassicWrestling #RoadWarriors #MidnightExpress #RockNRollExpress #HartFoundation #YouTubeWrestling Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this edition of Summer Shootaround, Matt Norlander sits down with Texas head coach Sean Miller to discuss last year's tournament run, building a roster in 2026, Marcus Spears Jr. and a Final Four caliber roster in Austin.(0:00) Intro + Texas head coach Sean Miller joins the show(1:50) Assessing Year 1 at Texas & Jordan Pope playing through injury(8:00) What answers does Sean have after one year? How will things change in year two?(11:00) How to assess chemistry and getting players to gel in the portal era(15:00) How coaching players is different now versus, say, 15 years ago(18:30) Marcus Spears Jr. commitment and reclassification(24:30) A Roster Rundown: Matas Vokietaitis, Austin Goosby & the transfers(26:50) The nonconference schedule is … a little underwhelming?(35:25) Rapid-fire questions! Animals, music, Archie Miller and moreAuction Links (Bookmark these! Auctions will go live in August)1 - https://tilt.fyi/MNlmHxqdr12 - https://tilt.fyi/l4NL2zwjTP3 - https://tilt.fyi/WheUISAkS4Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of GusterEye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠.You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.”Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.comVisit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/

Catching up with the Discord! Deion's way too early Final Four! Ranking the top 10 players in CBB! The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday! The College Basketball stock market is LIVE on Stakeholder! Buy low or sell high on teams as they lose and add players in the portal! Join using our link for an instant $15 bonus: https://stak3holder.com/join/sleepersmedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Patreon is popping off right now! Make sure to take a look and support the boys!! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheModernApes https://www.patreon.com/c/TheModernApes Welcome back to another week of The Modern Apes Podcast with Tristan Bowling & Daniel Bridge-Gadd! This week we got a fun one, the boys are doing a bracket to find the best snack to grab at a gas station. Weather it is for a late night stoney run, to a stop at a Circle K on a long road we will find the true answer! Make sure to leave a comment on who you think should have won, and subscribe to the channel and hit the bell for us one time huh! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 8:35 Bracket Starts 34:37 2nd Half of Bracket 50:03 Final Four 52:01 Final Showdown 57:04 Patreon Names #podcast #comedypodcast #comedians #jokeworld #gasstation #competition #bracket #marchmadness #candy #cake #cctv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The boys are back at long last and ready to chop it up all things IU. Huge wins for gridiron recruiting, dominating victories by the hoopsters in Peru, and oh so much more are all on the docket for this week's comeback special of Hoosier Hysterics!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's Summer Shootaround, Matt Norlander and Cover 3's Tom Fornelli talk Illinois after Brad Underwood's team broke through to the Final Four. How do the Illini replace Keaton Wagler? How good can this team be for an encore? Do they have a case to be the preseason No. 1 team? All that and more!(0:00) Intro (1:00) Tom Fornelli of Cover 3 fame joins the show to talk Illinois hoops!(6:30) The 2026 Final Four run + the Illinois fan experience(12:15) Roster Breakdown: big backcourt shoes to fill, lots of size coming back & more(14:00) Do Illinois teams usually deliver on this type of expectation?(16:00) Replacing Keaton Wagler and Kylan Boswell + all the size coming back(24:00) Is Brad Underwood already the second best coach in program history?(28:00) Non-conference schedule and predictions(32:30) Bears corner!Auction Links (Bookmark these! Auctions will go live in August)1 - https://tilt.fyi/MNlmHxqdr12 - https://tilt.fyi/l4NL2zwjTP3 - https://tilt.fyi/WheUISAkS4Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of GusterEye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠.You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.”Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.comVisit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/

Anton Albers gewinnt seinen ersten Titel auf der HotelPlanner Tour und meldet sich direkt vom Flughafen. Danach wird es brisant: Der Streit um die Spielberechtigung von Carl Siemens beschäftigt kurz vor dem DGL Final Four das Landgericht Wiesbaden. Jens, Flo und Bernd erklären die Chronologie, diskutieren die Regeln und blicken auf ein hochexplosives Golf-Wochenende.

Recorded at the 2026 Crown Refs Skill Development Camp, this episode features former NCAA Men's Division I National Coordinator and Final Four official J.D. Collins delivering a powerful presentation on communication, leadership, mentorship, trust, and personal responsibility. Through detailed stories from his career, J.D. explains how officials can build stronger relationships, handle pressure, protect their reputation, serve others, and become the type of leader people trust both on and off the court.

Illinois basketball great and Illini Radio Network analyst Deon Thomas joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss all things Illini basketball. Thomas discusses his vantage point of the Illini's Final Four run and Brad Underwood's success at Illinois. Thomas then breaks down the Illini's strong frontcourt of David Mirkovic, Tomislav Ivisic and Zvonimir Ivisic before discusses expectations for the 2026-27 Illini and what it will take for the team to reach its ceiling.Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz

After a 2 month break, welcome to our 1st offseason Interview episode (#81) of Season 3 on the No Conference for Old Men Podcast.The 3 Old Men return with a bang, as we sit down and chat with Ryan Elvin (UH MBB Player Development Assistant). We cover things far & wide as we dive into Ryan's background, his journey as a former Walk-on, becoming a cult hero at UH after icing the NCAA tourney win over A&M 2 seasons ago, to now becoming a part of the UH coaching staff. We bring a depth and insight into Ryan's background & perspective that you won't find anywhere else!- No Conference for Old Men is available for free via Spotify / Apple Podcast / SoundCloud & the GoCoogs.com YouTube Page; we're also available via Dave Campbell's College Podcast Network feed as their only basketball-centric offering.- Intro / Exit music: Ground Zero provided by FreeBeats.io- Please follow us on https://gocoogs.com/old-men/

The field has been narrowed from eleven pavilions to just four, and now it's time to crown a champion in the final episode of the Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup! After surviving the play-in round and quarterfinals, the remaining pavilions enter the Final Four with everything on the line. We'll once again compare each matchup across food, drinks, attractions, immersion, shopping, hangout factor, hidden details, festival presence, and overall experience—but at this stage, every decision feels tougher than ever. The two semifinal winners will advance to the championship match, where we'll take one final look at what makes each pavilion special and decide which one truly deserves to lift the Cup.  Then, after three episodes, multiple upsets, and plenty of tough calls, only one pavilion remains standing. Which pavilion survives the Final Four? Who reaches the championship match? And which World Showcase country is crowned the first-ever Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup champion? Grab your bracket at https://www.patreon.com/wonderlandcrew/posts/main-street-cup-163717533, see whether your picks are still alive, and join us as we finish the tournament and crown the ultimate EPCOT pavilion!

David Waters and Neil Blackmon break down Florida football heading into SEC Media Days — Jon Sumrall's year-one expectations, the Philo vs. Jones QB battle, a rebuilt O-line, one of the country's best skill groups, and Brad White's revamped defense. Then we flip to Gators basketball, where 10 players return and the roster is loaded for a deep March run. Two teams, one big question: how high is the ceiling in Gainesville? Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/GATORS Get the READ & REACTION 2026 PREVIEW: https://a.co/d/0c13QdI9 #FloridaGators #GatorsFootball #SECFootball #CollegeFootball #GatorsBreakdown #GoGators #CFB #FloridaGatorsFootball JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdownplus.com Gators Breakdown Merch: https://gatorsbreakdown.printful.me Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Star Wars won the Sci Fi bracket joining a Final Four that also featured Spider-Man, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and Final Fantasy.

We visit some call in shows from England soccer's meltdown at the World Cup yesterday & bring in USL commissioner, Jeremy Alumbaugh to talk growth of the sport. We revisit some UofL 3rd place Final Four games and then bring in Coach Rummage of The Ville TBT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carson Gourdie of FOX Illinois joins The Drive to discuss Illinois basketball's preseason ranking, national championship expectations, Michigan's place atop the Big Ten, and we reveal the winners of our 2026 MLB All-Star Tuesday Draft. Hour 2 of The Drive features FOX Illinois sports anchor Carson Gourdie breaking down the early outlook for Illinois basketball entering the 2026-27 season. With the Illini coming off a Final Four appearance and returning one of the nation's most talented rosters, expectations are soaring. Carson discusses where Illinois belongs in the preseason rankings, the biggest questions facing Brad Underwood's team, and why Michigan remains one of the Illini's biggest challengers in the Big Ten despite offseason changes. National projections continue to place Illinois among the country's elite heading into the season. The hour wraps up with another edition of Tuesday Draft, as we reveal and debate our selections for the best players from the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Which roster came out on top, who had the biggest steal of the draft, and which All-Stars are poised for huge second halves? Tune in for plenty of baseball talk and friendly competition.

On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Dr. Tayler Onion—host of the Hang Time podcast, professor at UMSL, former Division I volleyball player, and advocate for women in sports—to discuss one of the fastest-growing movements in athletics today.Tayler shares her journey from growing up on a small farm in rural Illinois to competing at the University of Illinois, earning her doctorate studying women in sports leadership, and launching Hang Time, a podcast dedicated to telling the stories of women who are changing the sports industry. She reflects on the unexpected story behind becoming the Outback Bowl's famous "Bloomin' Onion" mascot, how that experience inspired her first podcast, and why she ultimately rebranded to focus exclusively on women's sports.The conversation explores the incredible rise of women's athletics, the lasting impact of Title IX, why representation in coaching and leadership matters, and how media coverage, fandom, and athlete-driven storytelling are creating opportunities that didn't exist just a few years ago. Tayler also shares her vision for building a stronger community for women working in sports throughout St. Louis, the lessons she's learned as both an athlete and educator, and why she believes the city is ready for even more investment in women's professional sports.From unforgettable championship moments to the future of sports media, this episode is an inspiring conversation about leadership, community, and the people helping shape the next generation of sports.They discuss: - Growing up on a farm in Industry, Illinois, and playing volleyball at the University of Illinois - Winning the "Be the Bloom" contest and becoming the Bloom and Onion mascot at the 2019 Outback Bowl - Launching the Bloom Pod during the pandemic and its focus on everyday people with big ideas - Finishing a doctorate on women's self-perception of power in sports leadership during Title IX's 50th anniversary - The decision to rebrand and relaunch as Hangtime, focused solely on women in sports - Interviewing ESPNW founder Laura Gentile and what it took to build a media category from scratch - The Deloitte projection of $3 billion in women's sports revenue for 2026 - Why traditional brands still don't know how to market to women's sports fans - Growing up without girls' sports and finding a North Star in local player Sam Quiggle - The 1999 U.S. Women's World Cup and Brandi Chastain as formative childhood moments - Reaching the national championship match with Illinois volleyball in 2011 - Teaching in UMSL's Sports Management program and getting students into the Super Bowl, Final Four, and NFL Draft - Hangtime's first in-person event at Urban Chestnut and the upcoming membership launch on August 1st - Bringing more pro women's sports — WNBA, NWSL, PWHL — to St. LouisSupport the show

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Welcome to TUESDAY MORNING RB with Matt Forte for Tuesday July 14, 2026Topics:- The World Cup is down to the Final Four (1:15)- Matt's World Cup prediction (02:50)- Seeing famous people at sporting events (07:55)- Reaction to the ESPN report on NFL players dying from higher dementia rate (12:02)- What we learned at church (25:28)Special thanks to our friends at IJM. Join athletes, fans and IJM in the fight to end modern slavery. Because everyone deservesthe freedom to play. Visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ijm.org/freedomtoplay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more.Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/

In Part 2 of the Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup, the tournament moves into the quarterfinals as our top seeds finally enter the competition and the battle for the Final Four begins. Using the same category-by-category judging system from last episode, every matchup is decided by comparing Food, Drinks, Attractions, Immersion, Shopping, Hangout Factor, Hidden Details, Festival Presence, and Overall Experience. One pavilion advances, one pavilion goes home—there are no ties and no second chances. Will top-seeded France, Mexico, and Japan prove why they earned their rankings, or will one of the opening-round winners pull off a tournament-shaking upset? From iconic restaurants and legendary snacks to immersive architecture, hidden gems, unforgettable attractions, and festival favorites, every debate brings us one step closer to crowning the ultimate World Showcase champion. Along the way, we'll share our reasoning behind every decision, revisit some of EPCOT's most beloved experiences, and probably disagree a time or two as we narrow the field from eight pavilions down to just four. Who survives? Who gets eliminated? And which pavilions will earn a coveted spot in the Final Four? Grab your bracket at WonderlandCrew.com, follow along with your own picks, and see if your championship predictions stay alive as the Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup: The Road to the Final Four continues!

Hour 2 features World Cup discussion as Joe Rose and Dave Hyde break down the Final Four, make their championship picks, and reminisce about the NFL's old consolation game for third place. The guys also react to an exciting Home Run Derby, revisit the reported Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro conflict, and mix in some lighthearted conversation about Jamie trying Key lime pie and his dating life. The hour continues with a debate over the NFL's best quarterbacks, agreeing Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes sit atop the rankings before discussing Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, Matthew Stafford, and why passing on Lamar remains one of the Dolphins' biggest mistakes. They wrap up with more LeBron James speculation, how he would fit with the Heat, a look at the top teams in the Eastern Conference, and discussion of the Panthers-Lightning rivalry heading into another NHL season.

On this episode I chatted with Coach Coale about her obsession to basketball. From Healdton Oklahoma to coaching the University of Oklahoma. Playing college at OC then her first coaching gig at Edmond before moving to coach at Norman. Sherri shares her stories, the influential people in her life, her career change into speaking, writing and being at home with family. Enjoy this incredible chat with Coach Coale. A few stats: In 2005–2006, Coale's Sooners went 16–0 in BIG 12 play and became the second Big 12 basketball team, men's or women's, to go undefeated in conference play. The only other team was KU Mens.  Coale coaches Team USA to beat Russia on home soil and win World University Games  Multiple Big 12 championships, qualified for 19 straight NCAA tournaments, and earned their way into three Final Fours. Coaching 4 All-Americans, 14 WNBA draft selections. https://www.sherricoale.com/ Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net Dog House OKC - When it comes to furry four-legged care, our 24/7 supervised cage free play and overnight boarding services make The Dog House OKC in Oklahoma City the best place to be, at least, when they're not in their own backyard. With over 6,000 square feet of combined indoor/outdoor play areas our dog daycare enriches spirit, increases social skills, builds confidence, and offers hours of exercise and stimulation for your dog http://www.thedoghouseokc.com Metro Ford of OKC is proudly serving Oklahoma City with vehicles you can rely on and service you can trust. It's also why they're Oklahoma's Number One Performance Dealership. Shop the inventory today at metrofordofokc.com where the difference is Real. #ThisisOklahoma

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to FOUR.

Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! Cris is joined by Madelyn to break down everything happening at the FIFA World Cup as the tournament reaches its thrilling Final Four. With the championship match set for this Sunday, they share their predictions on who will lift the trophy. The conversation then shifts back to Houston, where the Dynamo are preparing for the second half of the season with a series of summer friendlies. Cris and Madelyn also discuss the latest club news, including the arrival of Duncan McGuire and what his addition could mean for Houston's attack as the team gears up for the stretch run.-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to the Final Four, and the race to lift football's biggest prize has never been tighter!In the first half of the show, we'll break down everything from the World Cup semi-finals and preview what promises to be an unforgettable finish to the tournament.We'll be discussing:⚽ The four remaining nations and how they got there

Doc Walker welcomes Lou Holder onto the show to preview the World Cup semifinals. They discuss which teams have the momentum, who the difference-makers will be, and make their predictions for who will survive the Final Four and play for the World Cup title.

7-13-26 FIFA World Cup Whiparound - The tourney dwindles down to the final four teams in the final week

FIFA is considering expanding the World Cup to 64 countries. Where does this road lead? ... Is the World Cup lacking without a Cinderella in the Final Four? ... + NBA... What does Bam Adebayo snapping at Tyler Herro and sucker punching him tell us about the Heat dynamic?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get every episode of The Dumb Zone by subscribing to the show at DumbZone.com or Patreon.com/TheDumbZoneWe've got a weekend check which involves Dan with a weekend by himself and Blake participating in his softball league's home run derby. Jake falls for the swole Dak picture, we investigate this soccer momentum meter, and Dan has a bagful of MLB notes. Plus, if you had to rob a hotel safe and have only one piece of rope, are you bounding their hands or feet? (00:00) - Open: Weekend check (01:00:56) - Sports: Soccer's momentum meter (01:20:36) - Baseball: RIP CB, Roch, and pulling pitchers (01:50:45) - News: Rather bound hands or feet? (02:08:40) - VM birthdays/Today in History ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In Hour 2, Andy and Randy talk about Stefon Diggs having a high opinion of himself, Argentina getting some nice breaks, a few news stories in the NBA, and Backpage with Beau.

I talk about the UFC, main event let down, and FIFA coming to a close. Cheers!

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Great news! If you make a purchase from any link of the links below, the channel earns a small affiliate commission from the site. Many thanks ahead of time. BETTER HELP: https://www.betterhelp.com/JAYREELZ save 10% OFF of your first month. OLIPOP Soda: https://www.drinkolipop.com use promo code JAYREELZ for 15% off of your purchase. BOMBA SOCKS: https://www.gopjn.com/t/2-561785-354075-142593 SAVE 20% CONSUMER CELLULAR: https://www.pntrs.com/t/2-593611-354075-293459 Looking for true, passionate sports talk and analysis without the click bait/rage bait garbage, then look no further as the latest podcast has arrived. On deck: (4:55) The World Cup stage is set as the final four teams will battle it out to see who'll reach the Final on Sunday between Spain-France & England-Argentina. Which team, in my eyes, is the front runner to win it all? (23:32) Baseball has hit the All-Star Break as the sport takes a pause for a few days. Which teams have made an impact over the first three and a half months and who are the likely early contenders/pretenders as I'll unpack the wild card scenarios in both leagues? (51:46) Jannik Sinner rebounds from a disappointing French Open to defend his Wimbledon title with a dominant performance over Alexander Zverev. While little known Linda Noskova wins her first major Grand Slam topping Karolina Muchova. (1:01:09) Does anyone want to see Conor McGregor in the octagon again? Not after Saturday night's sixty-nine second effort where he injured his leg and was forced to retire against Max Holloway. And MUCH MORE in between! Please subscribe, leave a rating and post a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy, Amazon Music and iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. For daily shorts, weekly vlogs and then some, please subscribe to my YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMucZq-BQrUrpuQzQ-jYF7w If you'd like to contribute to the production of the podcast, please visit my Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/TheJAYREELZPodcast   Many thanks for all of your love and support.   Intro/outro music by Cyklonus. LINKS TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jayreelz-podcast/id1354797894 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jtCQwuPOg334jmZ0xiA2D?si=22c9a582ef7a4566 AUDACY: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-jayreelz-podcast-d9f50 iHEARTRADIO: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-the-jayreelz-podcast-43104270/ AMAZON MUSIC: https://www.amazon.com/The-JAYREELZ-Podcast/dp/B08K58SW24/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+jayreelz+podcast&qid=1606319520&sr=8-1

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off the week live from Coppinwood Golf Club for the NHL Alumni Association Golf Classic! They break down the Blue Jays' series loss to the Padres and assess the team's outlook heading into the All-Star break, including the impact of Kazuma Okamoto's breakout season, Jeff Hoffman's recent usage, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s resurgent power. The conversation then shifts to whether the Blue Jays are legitimate American League contenders, their trade deadline outlook, and Dylan Cease being named the All-Star Game starter. This hour wraps with a look at the World Cup semi-final matchups, Tom Kim's win at the Scottish Open, and what to expect ahead of this week's British Open. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

We're back to talk all things World Cup Quarterfinals! Naturally, we have to start with the spectacle that was England-Norway – a match that featured maximum drama on and off the pitch. Jude Bellingham once again starred, scoring both of England's goals, but the game could've easily gone the other way thanks to a number of key moments. We talk how Solbakken and his players baited England in a false sense of security early in the game, before jumping on them post hydration break, and how close they were to being up 2-0 if only Sorloth laid the ball off to Erling Haaland. Then we delve into the VAR controversies – first the potential sky cam interference in the build up to Bellingham's equalizer, then Norway's disallowed go-ahead in the second half. We also discuss Nyland's tough moment in goal, leading to Jude's winner in extra time. How did England survive another close shave? Are they built for the moment or too reliant on individual moments? Next, we address further officiating controversies in Argentina-Switzerland, where Embolo was sent off for simulation thanks to VAR intervention. Do we think the right decision was reached here? Why does this one feel like an existential crisis? England-Argentina is a semifinal for the ages – both for on and off the pitch reasons. Who do we think has the edge in this great rivalry and why? Finally, we move on to Spain's narrow win over Belgium and France's walk in the park against Morocco. We debate whether either team has been properly challenged yet, what Spain has been missing in the attacking third, and what to expect in a star-studded matchup. Cheers to Ståle Solbakken! Ro! Chapters: 00:00 – the start 05:09 – England 2-1 Norway 11:29 – Sorloth's 2 v 1 16:30 – Bellingham + sky cam 20:11 – Norway's strong 2nd half 28:47 – Tuchel's subs + Jude's winner 33:41 – big picture for England 37:21 – Argentina 2-1 Switzerland 38:20 – the Embolo red 46:27 – England-Argentina preview 49:15 – England-Argentina's past World Cup meetings 52:18 – Spain 2-1 Belgium 53:39 – Belgium's bizarre tournament 54:42 – Spain's issues in attack 59:10 – France 2-0 Morocco 01:05:17 – some love for Didier Deschamps 01:09:01 – disappointment in Morocco

TSN analyst Kevin Kilbane on the World Cup down to Final Four and diving in the sport, and the Blue Jays at the trade deadline.

Dan is back giving the sermons, he talks about the World Cup, soccer fever, Vixen, and the WNBA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a scoreboard update from Network IN's Caleb Zuver, Guest Host Greg Rakestraw is joined by the voice of the Indiana Fever John Nolan from Las Vegas to provide insight into the Fever game tomorrow night and into the NBA Summer League and how the Pacers players are developing so far. Turning to high school basketball and honoring the 40th Anniversary of the Southridge Raiders back-to-back Final Four appearances, Author Todd Jochem, PH.D. shares about his new book, We've Got A Team! The Story of the Duncan Brothers and the Legacy of Hoosier Hysteria. Greg finishes the show talking Minor League Baseball in Indiana, with the voice of the Fort Wayne TinCaps Mike Maahs, and with fill-in voice of the South Bend Cubs Tyler Reidy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Gilbert is the President and CEO of Destination Cleveland and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission.For more than three decades, David has worked to help Cleveland compete, attract visitors, host major events, and change the way the city is perceived — both by the outside world and by Clevelanders ourselves. Under his leadership, Cleveland has hosted events like the NFL Draft, NBA All-Star Game, MLB All-Star Game, NCAA Women's Final Four, and the Republican National Convention, while Destination Cleveland has helped drive meaningful growth in visitation and visitor spending across the region.In our conversation, David and I explore what it means to get people to “say yes” to Cleveland, the evolution of the city's brand and civic pride, the role of major events in building momentum, the importance of place branding, and the generational opportunity to reconnect Cleveland to its lakefront.David has been one of Cleveland's most important civic storytellers and builders, and this was a thoughtful conversation about pride, perception, and helping a city more fully believe in itself — please enjoy.00:00 The Mission to Change Perceptions of Cleveland08:30 David Gilbert's Journey and Community Engagement09:07 Understanding the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission and Destination Cleveland19:52 The Emotional Connection of Place Branding24:18 The Evolution of Cleveland's Brand and Local Perception27:27 Transforming Cleveland's Image30:48 Cleveland's Pride and Community Engagement36:48 The Future of Cleveland: Growth and Development44:02 Harnessing Cleveland's Natural Assets47:57 Hidden Gems of Cleveland51:23 Outro-----LINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-gilbert-26427b7https://www.clevelandsports.org/https://www.thisiscleveland.com/-----SPONSOR:Cerity PartnersCerity Partners, a full-service investment and wealth management firm serving high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and business owners, is proud to sponsor Lay of The Land. The firm has local roots in Cleveland and across Ohio, and like this podcast, Cerity Partners advisors specialize in serving the interests of local entrepreneurs and business leaders. The firm's national presence means it can offer the resources and specialized knowledge of the largest institutions with the independence and service of a neighbor. The Cerity Partners Cleveland team understands the complexity that comes with wealth, and they adhere to fiduciary standards. Discover the financial lay of your land.Learn more at https://www.ceritypartners.com/NPR or call 216-464-6266.Roundstone InsuranceRoundstone Insurance is proud to sponsor Lay of The Land. Founder and CEO, Michael Schroeder, has committed full-year support for the podcast, recognizing its alignment with the company's passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and community leadership.Headquartered in Rocky River, Ohio, Roundstone was founded in 2005 with a vision to deliver better healthcare outcomes at a more affordable cost. Over the past two decades, Roundstone has grown rapidly, creating nearly 200 jobs in Northeast Ohio. The company works closely with employers and benefits advisors to navigate the complexities of commercial health insurance and build custom plans that prioritize employee well-being over shareholder returns. By focusing on aligned incentives and better health outcomes, Roundstone is helping businesses save thousands in Per Employee Per Year healthcare costs. Roundstone Insurance — Built for entrepreneurs. Backed by innovation. Committed to Cleveland.Learn more at https://roundstoneinsurance.com/-----Stay up to date by signing up for Lay of The Land's weekly newsletter — sign up here: https://layoftheland.ck.page/5f0c1e28faConnect with Jeffrey Stern on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypstern/Follow Lay of The Land on X @podlayofthelandhttps://www.jeffreys.page/

In 1997, a young out of town reporter moves from Los Angeles to Minnesota to cover the University of Minnesota Gophers. That year, the Gophers basketball team had made it to the NCAA Final Four in a stunning show of force. Two years later, the reporter broke a story that would throw the state into an uproad, and wipe that Final Four appearance from the history books.For a transcript of this episode: https://bit.ly/campusfiles-transcripts

Send us Fan MailBetween 1992 and 2001, Duke went from back-to-back national champions to a program in crisis  and back again. This episode of Iconic Seasons covers the nine-year drought between Duke's second and third national championships, including Coach K's battle with a career-threatening back injury, a 4-15 season, the night he drove to his athletic director's house to resign, and the rebuilding process that produced one of the most dramatic championship runs in college basketball history.The 2000-01 Blue Devils  led by Shane Battier, Jason Williams, Carlos Boozer, and Mike Dunleavy Jr. overcame a broken foot to their starting center, reinvented their offense overnight, pulled off the "Miracle Minute" at Maryland, erased a 22-point deficit against Maryland in the Final Four, and beat Arizona for the national title.Featuring stories from John Feinstein's reporting and archival interviews with Coach K, Shane Battier, Jay Williams, and Mike Dunleavy Jr.Host: Aaron MeyerSupport the showDid you know we are one of the Top 30 Collage Podcasts in the World!https://podcast.feedspot.com/college_basketball_podcasts/?feedid=5529823&_src=f1_featured_emailSupport the Pod or Binge the Entire Season Now!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1269236/supporthttps://youtube.com/@IconicSeasonsConnect on Socialhttps://www.instagram.com/ncaaiconicseasons/

Kaôh F***ing Rong Rewatch Finale w/ Julia Sokolowski Survivor: Kaôh R?ng reaches its dramatic conclusion, and hosts Rob Cesternino and Chappell are joined by special guest Julia Sokolowski to break down the unforgettable finale and reunion. Rob and Chappell lead a deep-dive recap as Julia—one of the season's most memorable players—returns to reflect on her journey, the bitter jury, and how every move shaped the final outcome in Survivor's 32nd season. The episode opens as Rob and Chappell relive the intensity of the finale and discuss standout moments from the Tribal Council and jury. They analyze whether Aubry Bracco's strategic gameplay was enough, why Michele Fitzgerald won over the jury with a late-game surge, and how the fire-making challenge at final four created a genuine survivor showdown. Julia joins to reveal fresh insights about her alliance decisions, being in the middle, and the pivotal vote that still keeps her up at night. Together, the trio dissects the social dynamics that defined the season—especially the roles of Scott and Jason as Survivor's “last real villains,” and Julia's unique relationship with them at camp. They dig into the impact of the infamous “kick someone off the jury” twist, unexpected jury speeches, and how physical and emotional challenges, from medevacs to the infamous sandpit immunity, tested the castaways. – Michele's resilience and challenge dominance in the finale – Aubry's jury management and the fallout of critical relationship decisions – Julia's confessions about her flip-floppy middle game and alliance shifts – Unfiltered jury reactions, including Neil's icy sendoff and Scott's bitterness – Final four fire-making tension between Aubry and Cydney The episode raises key questions: Did the jury get it right in rewarding Michele's social game? Was Aubry's gameplay too cold, or was she simply outmatched by jury perception? Plus, Julia spills behind-the-scenes stories from Ponderosa, the chaotic reunion, and her hopes for a possible Survivor return. Catch all the finale drama and behind-the-scenes insight—tune in as Rob, Chappell, and Julia unpack the game-changing decisions and moments that made Survivor: Kaôh R?ng a season to remember! Chapters: 0:00 Finale Hype and Reunion Vibes 2:08 Did Aubry Blow Her Game? 4:32 Michele's Challenge Run Begins 6:10 Scott's Bitter Jury Behavior Explained 8:19 Michele Wins Right to Boot Juror 10:07 Debate Over Kicking Neil Off Jury 12:08 The Extra Challenge's Place in Finale 14:01 Cydney vs Aubry: Firemaking Showdown 16:01 Michele's Iconic Puzzle Kick Moment 18:41 Final Four: 2-2 Split for Fire 20:55 Cydney's Bitterness and Jury Votes 33:03 Julia Sokolowski Joins the Podcast 38:03 Julia Analyzes Aubry's Two Games 41:05 Julia's Perspective: Debbie Boot Vote 44:22 Bonding With Villains Scott and Jason 54:15 Behind the Scenes at Ponderosa 70:19 Sia Surprises Tai on Stage To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Kaôh F***ing Rong Rewatch Finale w/ Julia Sokolowski Survivor: Kaôh R?ng reaches its dramatic conclusion, and hosts Rob Cesternino and Chappell are joined by special guest Julia Sokolowski to break down the unforgettable finale and reunion. Rob and Chappell lead a deep-dive recap as Julia—one of the season's most memorable players—returns to reflect on her journey, the bitter jury, and how every move shaped the final outcome in Survivor's 32nd season. The episode opens as Rob and Chappell relive the intensity of the finale and discuss standout moments from the Tribal Council and jury. They analyze whether Aubry Bracco's strategic gameplay was enough, why Michele Fitzgerald won over the jury with a late-game surge, and how the fire-making challenge at final four created a genuine survivor showdown. Julia joins to reveal fresh insights about her alliance decisions, being in the middle, and the pivotal vote that still keeps her up at night. Together, the trio dissects the social dynamics that defined the season—especially the roles of Scott and Jason as Survivor's “last real villains,” and Julia's unique relationship with them at camp. They dig into the impact of the infamous “kick someone off the jury” twist, unexpected jury speeches, and how physical and emotional challenges, from medevacs to the infamous sandpit immunity, tested the castaways. – Michele's resilience and challenge dominance in the finale – Aubry's jury management and the fallout of critical relationship decisions – Julia's confessions about her flip-floppy middle game and alliance shifts – Unfiltered jury reactions, including Neil's icy sendoff and Scott's bitterness – Final four fire-making tension between Aubry and Cydney The episode raises key questions: Did the jury get it right in rewarding Michele's social game? Was Aubry's gameplay too cold, or was she simply outmatched by jury perception? Plus, Julia spills behind-the-scenes stories from Ponderosa, the chaotic reunion, and her hopes for a possible Survivor return. Catch all the finale drama and behind-the-scenes insight—tune in as Rob, Chappell, and Julia unpack the game-changing decisions and moments that made Survivor: Kaôh R?ng a season to remember! Chapters: 0:00 Finale Hype and Reunion Vibes 2:08 Did Aubry Blow Her Game? 4:32 Michele's Challenge Run Begins 6:10 Scott's Bitter Jury Behavior Explained 8:19 Michele Wins Right to Boot Juror 10:07 Debate Over Kicking Neil Off Jury 12:08 The Extra Challenge's Place in Finale 14:01 Cydney vs Aubry: Firemaking Showdown 16:01 Michele's Iconic Puzzle Kick Moment 18:41 Final Four: 2-2 Split for Fire 20:55 Cydney's Bitterness and Jury Votes 33:03 Julia Sokolowski Joins the Podcast 38:03 Julia Analyzes Aubry's Two Games 41:05 Julia's Perspective: Debbie Boot Vote 44:22 Bonding With Villains Scott and Jason 54:15 Behind the Scenes at Ponderosa 70:19 Sia Surprises Tai on Stage To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

The Final Four (and a Half) Lessons - Continuation of the 500th Episode Ten years. Five hundred episodes. And the same handful of sentences Larissa and Joel still say more than anything else. Last week, on the 500th episode, they got through the first five (and a half). This week, they're finishing the job with the final four and a half truths that have carried Salon Owners Collective from a handful of stuck salon owners to a decade-long movement. What you'll discover in this episode: Why “do better” might be the most useful two words in your whole business, and how to use them without burning outThe real reason a rising tide doesn't lift every boat, even in salons with genuinely good cultureThe question Joel asks so often he's lost count, and why most salon owners can't actually answer itWhy treating your to-do list like an elephant changes how you get through the weekThe moment Larissa stopped chasing a “finished” business, and what she built instead This episode is for every salon owner who's still waiting to feel like they've arrived. That feeling isn't coming. What comes instead is better. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Want help with what comes next for you and your salon, and how to reach the $1 million milestone without burning out? That's exactly what the Double Double Goal inside Salon Mastery is built for. Click here to apply now: https://bit.ly/StrategyCallYT 3 Reasons Why Every Salon Owner Should Listen to This Episode: ✅ Discover the two words that quietly change how you run your whole business ✅ Find out why your team's culture might be lifting some boats and sinking others ✅ Uncover the one question that exposes exactly why you keep feeling stuck

On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with legendary UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley for an honest and energizing conversation about building a championship culture, relentless leadership, and the transformative power of purpose-driven coaching.   From his early days learning from a Hall of Fame father, to guiding players through the rigors of college basketball's toughest moments, Dan opens up about the realities of forming a great team in the era of the transfer portal, NIL, and social media. He shares the values at the core of the UConn program—relentless competitive effort, mindful communication, a dedication to the "pack," and the consistent pursuit of growth—explaining how accountability and care come together in an environment that pushes players past their limits and deepens their belief in themselves.   Throughout this conversation, Dan reflects on the importance of love-tough coaching, the urgency of making an impact on young lives, and the crucial role that faith and self-development play in his own journey. Whether he's describing his mindful approach to team-building, the vulnerability he shares with his athletes, or the discipline and devotion it takes to chase excellence, Dan's story is both inspiring and down-to-earth.   About Dan: Dan Hurley is one of the most accomplished coaches in modern college basketball, leading the University of Connecticut back to national prominence since becoming the program's 19th head coach in 2018. In eight seasons at UConn, Hurley has compiled a 199-75 record, guided the Huskies to six consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, three Final Fours in four seasons, back-to-back NCAA National Championships in 2023 and 2024, and a national runner-up finish in 2026. His teams won 13 consecutive NCAA Tournament games from 2023-25, with all 12 victories during the championship runs coming by double digits—an NCAA record. Since 2022-23, UConn has posted a 126-28 record, the most successful four-year stretch in program history. Hurley was named the 2024 Naismith College Coach of the Year and BIG EAST Coach of the Year after leading UConn to a school-record 37 wins, BIG EAST regular season and tournament championships, and the program's sixth national title. He owns the highest winning percentage in BIG EAST history (minimum 100 conference games) and has developed 12 NBA players, including four lottery selections, during his tenure. Prior to Connecticut, Hurley transformed programs at Rhode Island and Wagner, leading Rhode Island to consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances and Atlantic 10 regular-season and tournament championships. Across 16 collegiate seasons, he has amassed a 350-180 career record. A Jersey City native, Hurley was raised in one of basketball's most accomplished families. His father, Hall of Famer Bob Hurley Sr., built the legendary St. Anthony High School program, while his brother Bobby won two NCAA championships at Duke. Before entering the college ranks as a head coach, Hurley compiled a 223-21 record in nine seasons at St. Benedict's Prep, developing multiple future NBA players. Known for his relentless competitiveness, player development, and elite two-way teams, Hurley has become one of the defining figures in college basketball. In 2025, he became a New York Times bestselling author with his memoir, Never Stop: Life, Leadership and What It Takes to Be Great. Additional Resources: Do you feel called to share your story with the world? Check Out Gordon Publishing Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11 Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It's advice for your life, work, and team. You can sign up here and catch up on past newsletters. Ready to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose? The Certified Positive Leader Program is for anyone who wants to grow as a leader from the inside out. It's a self-paced experience built around my most impactful leadership principles with tools you can apply right away to improve your mindset, relationships, and results. You'll discover what it really means to lead with positivity—and how to do it every day. Learn More About the Certified Positive Leader Program Want to impact more people? Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach, and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks, principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, and healthcare.

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the stunning news that Michigan national championship coach Dusty May is leaving for the NBA, discuss Bennett Sturtz's NBA Draft outlook, and answer listener questions on Iowa football, NIL, Kirk Ferentz, Iowa women's basketball, and much more.