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00:00 – 14:54 – The show is back to full strength as Marc is back, Caitlin Clark dismisses tech foul issues, Tyrese Haliburton a part of WWE TV over the weekend with Jalen Brunson, our latest What If… dives into a Colts topic and how the team handled it 14:55 – 22:08 – Morning Checkdown 22:09 – 44:43 – Colts report for training camp a week from now, training camp schedule, our latest What If…focuses on if the Colts had drafted a QB following Andrew Luck’s retirement, Chris Ballard’s role in it all, the 2020 draft 44:44 – 1:05:25 – We give away Indy Eleven tickets and discuss the World Cup Final and Kevin’s discuss for the third-place game, Caitlin Clark responds to technical foul issues, does Clark need to change her approach to avoid suspension or is it inevitable?, how much are the tech issues going to hurt her and the Fever in a playoff chase?, Morning Checkdown 1:05:26 – 1:19:30 – Our What If…series continues and look back at Chris Ballard’s lack of addressing QB in the draft, should the Colts have drafted a QB in the loaded 2020 draft?, Ballard not getting QB right in his tenure 1:19:31 – 1:25:40– Kevin’s all-Indiana parlay, where is the iffiest part of the bet?, IU’s schedule is nothing daunting 1:25:41 – 1:49:11 – Warren Sharp of Sharp Football Analytics joins us to discuss his super deep dive into the 2026 NFL season, his thoughts on the Colts and if Daniel Jones can stay healthy and be successful in 2026, why it’s hard to figure the Colts out heading into this season, Taco Bell, Morning Checkdown 1:49:12 – 2:02:48 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the final part of our What If…the Colts drafted a QB after Luck retired, the insane QB carousel, why he thinks they still should have traded for Buckner but traded up and not taken either Michael Pittman Jr. or Jonathan Taylor, the thought on drafting QB, Matthew Stafford 2:04:49 - 2:07:15 - Kevin opens his mystery box, Jake Query pops on ahead of his show Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 26:23 – JMV is out at Monument Circle for an Indy Eleven – World Cup Watch Party! He previews USA vs Belgium, and the controversial decision to suspend the red card for striker Flo Balogun of the USA. John once again wades into the Caitlin Clark “dumbassery”. 26:24 – 45:23 – JMV dives into the NBA offseason, and the state of the Eastern Conference. 45:24 - 47:23 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour of the show! 47:24 – 1:09:04 – Jay DeMerit, the former center back for the USMNT’s 2010 World Cup team, joins the show from Seattle! JMV and Jay debate FIFA’s decision on the Flo Balogun red card, if the pressure has increased for Team USA, and more! 1:09:05 – 1:24:59 – JMV talks to Scarlett O’Hara of FOX59 and Nikki Reed from the Smiley Morning Show as the Ride with JMV rolls on! 1:25:00 – 1:32:27 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:32:28 – 1:57:25 – Indy Eleven defender and JMV’s 2026 World Cup Correspondent Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss their thoughts on the red card decision for Flo Balogun, the match tonight against Belgium and more! 1:57:26 – 2:06:32 – Voice of the Indy Eleven Greg Rakestraw stops by the show! 2:06:33 – 2:13:37 – JMV and Greg Rakestraw wrap up the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 29:16 – JMV opens another Tuesday edition of the show talking about how he loves this time of year with 4th of July right around the corner and the circumstances of sports. JMV also talks about Norway defeating Ivory Coast 2-1 in the World Cup. JMV later talks about why LeBron James will not be coming to the Indiana Pacers after he announced he’s leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. 29:17 – 44:46 – JMV is joined with Greg Rakestraw of the ISC Sports Network to talk about Live is Love by Opus and other weird deep cut requests he gets on B105.7. They later preview tomorrow’s World Cup game between the U.S. and Bosnia & Herzegovina. They also talk about Indiana high school football returning next month and which teams look good. 44:47 – 49:32 – JMV wraps up the first hour the show talking about patriotic music to play for his 4th of July show on B105.7. JMV also talks about the Los Angeles Clippers nearing a deal to trade Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors. 49:33 – 1:12:25 – JMV starts the second hour of the show joined with former USMNT soccer player, Jay DeMerit, to preview tomorrow night’s U.S. vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina World Cup game. 1:12:26 – 1:31:30 – JMV is joined with Indiana Pacers & Indiana Fever beat reporter for Forbes, Tony East, to talk about the latest on NBA free agency. They also talk about which Indiana Fever players are out for the upcoming game against the Las Vegas Aces. 1:31:31 – 1:37:32 – JMV wraps up the second hour of the show talking about the upcoming Fourth Fest in downtown Indianapolis. JMV later answers a few fan questions. 1:37:33 – 1:59:10 – JMV starts the final hour of the show opening up the phone lines answering fan questions and comments, including a new song from listener Fulton. 1:59:11 – 2:15:29 – JMV talks more about the latest on NBA free agency. JMV also talks about the France vs. Sweden match in the World Cup. JMV later continues to answer fan questions. 2:15:30 – 2:20:49 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show giving away another pair of Indy Eleven tickets and talks about the latest news coming from the Indiana Fever. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 - 16:59 - Butler athletic director Grant Leindecker joins the show! Grant and JMV discuss the NBA Cup Championship game coming to Hinckle Fieldhouse! 17:00 - 35:32 - Dustin Dopirak from the IndyStar joins JMV to discuss the Pacers signing Kelly Oubre Jr. 35:33 - 52:03 - Indy Eleven defender and JMV World Cup Correspondent Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV preview USA vs Bosnia, and also react to Belgium vs Senegal and other World Cup matches!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 27:31 - JMV opens the show by discussing the Pacers bringing in Kelly Oubre Jr, and if that’s a move he can get behind. 27:32 – 38:35 – JMV embarks on some beer talk, before giving his thoughts on the NBA Cup Championship coming to Hinkle Fieldhouse! He then takes some calls from listeners on the Oubre Jr. signing! 38:36 – 46:57 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour with more conversation with listeners on the Oubre Jr. signing. 46:58 – 1:09:03 – Butler athletic director Grant Leindecker joins the show! Grant and JMV discuss the NBA Cup Championship game coming to Hinckle Fieldhouse! 1:09:04 – 1:30:02 – Dustin Dopirak from the IndyStar joins JMV to discuss the Pacers signing Kelly Oubre Jr. 1:30:03 – 1:34:01 – JMV takes a call from a listener as he closes out the 2nd hour! 1:34:02 – 1:56:31 – Indy Eleven defender and JMV World Cup Correspondent Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV preview USA vs Bosnia, and also react to Belgium vs Senegal and other World Cup matches! 1:56:32 – 2:10:23 – JMV talks up the 4th of July weekend, and also gives more thoughts on the Pacers signing Kelly Oubre Jr. 2:10:23 – 2:16:27 - JMV reacts to Belgium tying the game as the 3rd hour ends! 2:16:28 – 2:23:51 – JMV wraps up the show with some Anything Goes! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 28:15 – JMV opens another Monday edition of the show watching Brazil vs. Japan in the World Cup, and previewing the U.S. vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina game on Wednesday. JMV also talks about his weekend playing basketball in the miserable heat. JMV later talks about the latest NBA trade rumors of Kawahi Leonard possibly returning to the Toronto Raptors, and how a returning player, like Tyrese Haliburton, can make their teams better. JMV also reacts to Emmanuel Acho’s comments on Caitlin Clark. 28:16 – 42:38 – JMV is joined with John Nolan, voice of the Indiana Fever, to recap the Indiana Fever’s 111-87 win over the Los Angeles Sparks and previewing the upcoming game against the Las Vegas Aces over Independence Day weekend. 42:39 – 48:22 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show talking more about NBA trade rumors. 48:23 – 1:16:07 – JMV starts the second hour of the show joined with Kyle Neddenreip of IndyStar to talk about which high schoolers stood out from the Charlie Hughes Showcase. JMV later talks about an alleged bear print nearby a beach in in Sioux St. Marie, Michigan. 1:16:08 – 1:26:21 – JMV talks more about the alleged bear print nearby a beach in in Sioux St. Marie, Michigan. JMV also answers fan questions and talking about the recent NBA trade news of Ja Morant getting traded to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. 1:26:22 – 1:32:01 – JMV wraps up the second hour of the show talking about a Jeff Teague comment about Braden Smith. 1:32:02 – 2:01:46 – JMV starts the final hour of the show joined with Stephen Holder of ESPN to talk about the futures of the Indianapolis Colts and the Indiana Pacers during the offseason. They later talk about the unfortunate news of Chris Johnson’s diagnosis of ALS. 2:01:47 – 2:10:47 – JMV talks about why Dusty May is leaving Michigan after winning the National Championship to go coach the Dallas Mavericks. JMV also talks about Germany and Paraguay’s World Cup match. 2:10-47 – 2:14:52 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show as he and Producer Landon giveaway a pair of Indy Eleven tickets.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 27:59 – JMV opens the show by explaining how nobody is talking about the Pacers being favorites in the eastern conference after the Giannis trade and why he prefers it that way. Then, he gets into why he loved the negativity that came from the Fever-Mercury game last night. We play audio from Caitlin Clark's press conference after she's now one game from getting a technical. Did the refs handle everything the right way? Is Caitlin Clark handling the technical situation well? 27:59 – 42:53 – From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw joins for a conversation on the US in the world cup and what's next for them in their match against Türkiye. After he was on the call for the IHSAA State Baseball championships. They also praise Pat Hogan of the Indy Eleven for being the world cup correspondent for the show. 1:11:55 – 1:28:45 – Play-by-pay voice of the Indiana Fever, Pat Boylan, Joins the show and discusses how Caitlin Clark needs to toe the line with her technical foul count, the weirdness of the game last night with the Fever struggling in the first to score and then lighting it up the rest of the game. Lastly, he opines on if the Pacers will be active in the draft tonight or tomorrow. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 27:59 – JMV opens the show by explaining how nobody is talking about the Pacers being favorites in the eastern conference after the Giannis trade and why he prefers it that way. Then, he gets into why he loved the negativity that came from the Fever-Mercury game last night. We play audio from Caitlin Clark's press conference after she's now one game from getting a technical. Did the refs handle everything the right way? Is Caitlin Clark handling the technical situation well? 27:59 – 42:53 – From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw joins for a conversation on the US in the world cup and what's next for them in their match against Türkiye. After he was on the call for the IHSAA State Baseball championships. They also praise Pat Hogan of the Indy Eleven for being the world cup correspondent for the show. 1:11:55 – 1:28:45 – Play-by-pay voice of the Indiana Fever, Pat Boylan, Joins the show and discusses how Caitlin Clark needs to toe the line with her technical foul count, the weirdness of the game last night with the Fever struggling in the first to score and then lighting it up the rest of the game. Lastly, he opines on if the Pacers will be active in the draft tonight or tomorrow. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Smiley Morning Show, it's Smiley's Goal Call Challenge!! Call in and let's hear your "GOOOOOAAAAALLLL" to win tickets to the PBR Party Deck to watch an Indy Eleven game!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 - 12:51 - Indy Eleven forward Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the Eleven postponing last night’s game due to the weather. Pat gives his thoughts on the USA’s win over Paraguay. He previews tomorrow’s match again Australia! 12:52 - 26:49 - Comedian Joe Gatto, formerly of Impractical Jokers, joins the show! Joe and JMV talk about his career in comedy, how soon he knew his accounting degree would not be put to use, and his upcoming comedy shows at Helium! 26:50 - 47:10 - Mike Chappell from FOX59 and CBS4 joins JMV! Will the Colts give extensions to Jonathan Taylor, Quenton Nelson and others? What options are still out there at wide receiver?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 29:39 – JMV opens with his reaction to last night’s severe weather. Does JMV mind the Knicks victory lap after their NBA Finals victory? And what were his thoughts on Jalen Brunson’s comments during the victory parade? 29:40 – 46:15 - Indy Eleven forward Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the Eleven postponing last night’s game due to the weather. Pat gives his thoughts on the USA’s win over Paraguay. He previews tomorrow’s match again Australia! 46:16 – 51:25 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour of the show! 51:26 – 1:11:14 – Is JMV vitamin B12 deficient? JMV takes a call from a listener of the show! 1:11:15 – 1:29:24 – Comedian Joe Gatto, formerly of Impractical Jokers, joins the show! Joe and JMV talk about his career in comedy, how soon he knew his accounting degree would not be put to use, and his upcoming comedy shows at Helium! 1:29:25 – 1:36:00 – JMV previews Fever-Dream as the 2nd hour ends! 1:36:01 – 2:01:59 – Mike Chappell from FOX59 and CBS4 joins JMV! Will the Colts give extensions to Jonathan Taylor, Quenton Nelson and others? What options are still out there at wide receiver? 2:02:00 – 2:11:33 – JMV takes more calls from listeners of the show! 2:11:34- 2:15:46 – JMV wraps up the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
0:00 – 13:44 – Marc once again fills in for James. Recapping last night’s bad weather, previewing our What If… topic of the day, Fever looking for fifth straight win, how might the Pacers feel about watching the Knicks’ championship parade? 13:45 – 22:16 – Morning Checkdown 22:17 – 46:01 – The different ways of thinking between the Colts and the Pacers, What If… Gordon Hayward made the game-winner against Duke in the 2010 National Championship Game? 46:02 – 1:11:04 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins to talk Indy Eleven, Team USA’s World Cup match against Australia, compelling storylines ahead of the IHSAA State Baseball Championship games, Colson Montgomery’s MLB success, and more, Morning Checkdown 1:11:05 – 1:20:57 – What If… continues 1:20:58 – 1:30:21 – Colts Question of the Day: Keeping in mind their recent playoff drought, what is the bare minimum the Colts need to do to avoid wholesale front office and/or coaching changes? 1:30:22 – 1:51:18 – Kevin and Marc discuss their Father’s Day plans, recapping the Colts Question of the Day, Marc’s thoughts on the Bears’ potential move to Hammond, Morning Checkdown 1:51:19 – 2:02:34 – Former Butler Bulldog Shelvin Mack joins the show to close out What If… including who would play him in a movie if the shot went in, other memories from Butler’s run, whether he and his teammates saw themselves as underdogs, and his thoughts on former teammate Ronald “Robot Ron” Nored taking over as head coach 2:02:35 - 2:11:46 – Kevin relays James' thoughts on Caitlin Clark's signature shoe, how much money kids should get per lost tooth, Kevin's US Open bets; no show tomorrow, returns on MondaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
0:00 - 23:42: The different ways of thinking between the Colts and the Pacers, What If… Gordon Hayward made the game-winner against Duke in the 2010 National Championship Game? 23:43 - 38:37: ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins to talk Indy Eleven, Team USA’s World Cup match against Australia, compelling storylines ahead of the IHSAA State Baseball Championship games, Colson Montgomery’s MLB success, and more 38:38 - 49:22: Former Butler Bulldog Shelvin Mack joins the show to close out What If… including who would play him in a movie if the shot went in, other memories from Butler’s run, whether he and his teammates saw themselves as underdogs, and his thoughts on former teammate Ronald “Robot Ron” Nored taking over as head coachSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marc Dykton, producer of The Fan Morning Show Fills in once again as Coach Bob Lovell is on his summer break. Greg Rakestraw calls in to open the show, and he recaps the Indy Eleven’s Women’s team, as they had a recent 7-1 victory. Greg also gives his thoughts on the first few matches of the World Cup. We get to hear from Scott Agness, and he tells the tale of the Indiana Fever’s 85-75 victory over the Connecticut Sun. Scott also gives his thoughts on Game 5 of the NBA Finals and how it relates to the fate of the Pacers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 - 26:05 - Former IU head coach Tom Crean joins the show! Coach Crean gives his thoughts on his former player OG Anunoby’s game-winner for the Knicks in Game 4 of the NBA Finals! 26:06 - 43:37 - Brian Sciaretta from Fox Sports joins the show ahead of USA vs Paraguay in the World Cup! He and JMV preview the matchup, and discuss what would count as a successful tournament for the Americans. 43:38 - 55:34 - Indy Eleven defender Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the World Cup! They also discuss Pat’s injury, what his recovery process has been like, and what he wants to do when he gets back on the pitch.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 25:01 – JMV is out at Ralston’s Drafthouse for a Friday edition of the show! What did John think of the Hurricanes taking a 3-2 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals? Was he impressed by the Fever’s overtime win over the Sky last night? 25:02 - 40:16 – Indy Eleven defender Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the World Cup! They also discuss Pat’s injury, what his recovery process has been like, and what he wants to do when he gets back on the pitch. 40:17 - 45:18– JMV wraps up the 1st hour with a phone call from a listener! 45:19 – 1:09:41 – Brian Sciaretta from Fox Sports joins the show ahead of USA vs Paraguay in the World Cup! He and JMV preview the matchup, and discuss what would count as a successful tournament for the Americans. 1:09:42 – 1:22:05 – Daniel from Ralston’s Drafthouse joins the show and discusses what they have coming up! 1:22:06 – 1:30:44 - JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:30:45 – 1:58:58 – Former IU head coach Tom Crean joins the show! Coach Crean gives his thoughts on his former player OG Anunoby’s game-winner for the Knicks in Game 4 of the NBA Finals! 1:58:59 – 2:09:34 – JMV reads some questions and comments on the text line! 2:09:35 – 2:18:32 – JMV wraps up the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two matches, two losses, three goals conceded, zero goals scored. Today, Ethan and Rob talk through Forward Madison's losses to Greenville Triumph and Indy Eleven and look for the positives, asking who among our second-stringers made a case to join the Starting Eleven. Then, Brian Biedenbach from the Fort Wayne Footy podcast stops by to help us preview this Wednesday's match.Support the show at this link.Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at this link.Follow the show @608Soccer on Blue Sky and InstagramFollow Rob @RobChappell365 on Blue Sky and InstagramFollow Ethan @Scarfboii on Twitter and @Goodkidmaancity on Instagram
Eddie Garrison hosts tonight’s Indiana Sports Talk, as Coach Bob Lovell is out for summer vacation. Greg Rakestraw calls in to report on Indy Eleven’s fifth consecutive win tonight. Their women’s team has also had a successful season. Rakestraw shares the differences between the Women’s division of the USL and the Men’s division. With the World Cup getting closer and closer, Greg gives us more info on what we should be prepared for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greg Rakestraw calls in to give an update on the Indiana All-Star high school basketball games. Howard Kellman calls in to tell us all about the Indians’ 8-3 victory over the St. Paul Saints. Discussion over changes to Indiana high school basketball like the acceptance of NIL, and the exclusion of adding a shot clock. Kurt also talked some football with Greg Rakestraw. The Indy Eleven has a USL Cup matchup vs Forward Madison FC tomorrow. They also preview the upcoming World Cup, and the impact of having it back in the United States. Kurt also gives his take on the regulation of NIL, and the impact it has on the greater world of collegiate sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rhode Island FC come up empty handed in Indianapolis falling 1-0 to Indy Eleven. Was this simply a case of one spectacular goal and a hot goalkeeper, or are there larger concerns about turning possession and chances into points?
Rhode Island FC hit the road to take on the Indy Eleven on the weekend in their first collision this season. Will RIFC be able to find fourth gear and pass this team to find victory lane or will Sean McAuley and company have other plans in store for the amber and blue? John Morrissey of USL Tactics, The USL Show, and Backheeled's This League! joins us.
It’s Indy 500 eve! Coach Bob Lovell kicks off the show with Brendan King as they try to be the best weathermen they can be as rain is in the forecast for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500. Voice of the Indy Eleven, Greg Rakestraw, calls in to tell us about how a red card helped the Indy Eleven beat Lexington SC 3-1. Greg also touches on the race and what he feels are the biggest storylines heading into tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Indiana Sports Talk Host Coach Bob Lovell, along with Network IN’s Updates Anchor Caleb Zuver, begins this hour sharing about the Sonsio Grand Prix results, the drama and controversy around the local yellow, along with sharing about the Indiana Fever season opener. Then, ISC Sports Network’s Greg Rakestraw, voice of the Indy Eleven, joins the show to breakdown their 2-1 win against Sporting Jax. Greg is also an announcer for IndyCar Radio Network and shares his insight into today’s Sonsio Grand Prix results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Indiana Sports Talk Host Coach Bob Lovell, along with Network IN’s Updates Anchor Nathaniel Finch, begins this hour with an analysis and a highlight around the Indianapolis Colts Draft Picks, including Center Grove’s Caden Curry. Indy Eleven lost 2-1 to Union Omaha tonight. Voice of the Boys in Blue Greg Rakestraw shares about this result and also shares his insight into the Colts’ roster additions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Head coach Terre Haute South, Todd Woelfle, gets the show started by calling in to talk about what it means to be selected as the head coach of the Indiana All-Stars in the Indiana-Kentucky All-Star game. There are expectations that come with it, and coach Woelfle talks about how he’s approaching it. Plus, what would it be like to coach Mt. Vernon’s Luke Ertel? Woelfle says he’s leaning on previous All-Star coaches' experience to help him. Next, we hear from the best at what he does, Greg Rakestraw. He was on the call for the Indy Eleven’s 3-1 victory tonight and opines on how the team is starting to gel early in the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Indiana Sports Talk Host Coach Bob Lovell, along with Network IN’s Updates Anchor Eddie Garrison, begin tonight’s show recapping UConn’s win over Illinois in the NCAA Final Four. Then, Greg Rakestraw, voice of the Indy Eleven, joins Coach to share about the Boys in Blue’s draw with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds. Rakestraw also shares how the Indy Eleven season has gone overall, and how they’re setting themselves up for the rest of the season. Coach then turns to baseball with the voice of the Indianapolis Indians Howard Kellman to recap the Indians’ 7-5 loss, but Kellman gives hope for how they would be able to turn around these losses for some of the upcoming games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Semi-State Saturday has arrived in Indiana! Brendan King runs through some of the scores of the day before we kick off Indiana Sports Talk with Rob Blackman of the Purdue Radio Network. He breaks down the Boilermakers opening round win over Queens yesterday and how they’ve turned their season around since the Big Ten Tournament. Next, we hear from “The Best at what he does” Greg Rakestraw who started his day at New Castle at the 4A Semi-State before finishing his day with the Indy Eleven and their 2-1 win over Detroit Saturday night. He also takes us inside on the Indiana Basketball Hall of fame ceremony this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Final hour of the show is a continuation of a conversation with Greg Rakestraw who has Semi-State games in the morning tomorrow before he will call an Indy Eleven game. He There is nobody better to talk to about historical comparisons of Indiana High School Basketball players than Rakestraw, and he makes comparisons between Luke Ertel and Braden Smith. We also hear from Brian Sullivan of WNAS and what teams he will be covering tomorrow. Throughout the hour, it’s more NCAA tournament updates, the Division II to NCAA Tournament pipeline and coaching strategies in do-or-die games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour of tonight’s program, Coach is joined with Hanover head coach, Matt Theobald, to recap their 58-0 homecoming win over Anderson. Coach is later joined with Greg Rakestraw to recap the Indy Eleven’s 2-1 win over Loudoun United FC. Coach is then later joined with Paul Condry to recap the regular season finale week of Indiana high school football and look ahead to the first round of sectionals. Then to close out another edition of the show, Dr. Len Clark rejoins the show to recap #13 Notre Dame’s 34-24 rain-soaked win over #20 USC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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It’s a Saturday edition of Indiana Sports Talk! The head coach of the Lake Station Eagles joins the show to pick things up where they left off last night after an insane week 6 in high school football. Then, ISC Sports Network’s Greg Rakestraw recaps Butler football’s homecoming game against Marist as well as Indy Eleven’s huge victory over Tulsa FC. Then, the Indianapolis Colts are hoping to stay undefeated tomorrow afternoon in Los Angeles against the Rams. Greg previews the matchup! To round out the segment, play-by-play voice of the Fever Pat Boylan breaks down how Indiana can stave off elimination Sunday afternoon against the Aces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rhode Island FC overcome their first hurdle in a playoff run defeating Indy Eleven 1-0 in part to some excellent defending and just a little bit of luck. Can RIFC keep up the momentum to lock down their spot in the playoffs and find a way to score against Miami this Friday?
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Rhode Island FC exit the Jagermeister Cup falling to Sacramento Republic in penalties and ending their shot at glory. Can this RIFC season be salvaged in a do-or-die match against Indy Eleven this weekend?
Our Indy Eleven ‘Fan For Life’ gender reveal was a great celebration last night! Adrianna Fountain discovered she’s expecting a GIRL! And Naomi & Ryan Crash learned they’re expecting a GIRL....AND A BOY! TWINS!! Thanks to CareSource for showing some love with a Mom & Baby gift package for each family! Indy Eleven is thrilled to present each ‘future’ little ones with their lifetime Indy Eleven ticket certificate good for ALL future home matches!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 11:25 – Are we finally going to get an announcement of who the Colts starting quarterback will be?, Marc’s Cubs stink, Joe Burrow last night, Colts sign CB Xavien Howard and lose Hunter Wohler and Blake Freeland for the season 11:26 – 20:39 – Morning Checkdown 20:40 – 42:53 – More likely the Colts make the AFC Championship game or the opening day starting QB starts all 17 games?, new Colt Xavien Howard has a checkered past, Juju Brents and Jaylon Jones status, we got to the text line, Dan Orlovsky weighs in on the Colts QB competition, what is Shane Steichen wanting: high ceiling or most reliable? 42:54 – 1:07:36 – PGA Tour Radio’s Will Haskett join us to recap LIV Golf being in town this past weekend, why it seemed like a great event for families, where would he like to see a pro golf tournament in and around town, Scottie Scheffler’s insane year, could we get pro golf at the IMS in the near future, Morning Checkdown 1:07:37 – 1:16:57 – Hunter Wohler out for the season, Colts QB situation, text line thoughts, “turd burger” situations 1:16:58 – 1:43:30– Zak Keefer of The Athletic joins us and discusses his sit-down interview with Andrew Luck, the most surprising answer he got from Luck, any regrets from his decision to retire?, falling back in love with football and returning to Stanford, who would he like to be named the Colts starting QB, Morning Checkdown 1:43:31 – 1:54:24 – Is this the most anticipated Shane Steichen press conference in his tenure?, Dan Orlovsky’s thoughts on the Colts situation, have the “side of the stadium” guys been asked who they would prefer 1:54:25 – 2:06:22 – We give away Indy Eleven tickets, Ed Orgeron tells an insane Joe Burrow recruitment story, college football storylines, we give away another spot in our fantasy leagueSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(00:00-26:24) – Query & Company opens on a Wednesday with Greg Rakestraw filling in for Jake Query at the Indiana State Fair with producer Eddie Garrison back in studio discussing last night’s frustrating loss for the Indiana Fever to the Dallas Wings. Rake also comments on the quarterback competition for the Colts and shares who he believes will be quarterbacking the team in week one against the Miami Dolphins. (26:24-36:54) – Jerry Palm from CBS Sports joins Greg Rakestraw to discuss what he’s up to now, revisit the days when it was just him and Joe Lunardi as the bracketologists for college basketball, admits that he is happy that the NCAA isn’t expanding the tournament right now, and comments on what he will be watching in the early weeks of the college football season as it pertains to the College Football Playoff. (36:54-44:42) – The Indiana Standardbred Association’s director, Tony Renz, joins Greg Rakestraw at the Indiana State Fair to discuss the history of horse racing at the fairgrounds, the family orientation behind horse racing, and lists the different places that they race at. (44:42-1:09:23) – The second hour of Query & Company at the Indiana State Fair with Greg Rakestraw answering a question from a listener on which quarterback gives the Indianapolis Colts a better chance at making the playoffs and his thoughts on the Pacers not being on the Christmas Day schedule. Also, Rake starts previewing the start of the high school football season! (1:09:23-1:20:46) – Indiana Fever radio play-by-play broadcaster, John Nolan, joins Greg Rakestraw to recap last night’s loss to the Dallas Wings, agrees with Rake that you must take the games without Caitlin Clark still with a grain of salt, weighs on when Caitlin Clark could return to game action for the Fever, agrees with Rake that he does feel like Indiana has the ability to be one of the best teams in the league when Clark returns, and comments on living in Indianapolis now. (1:20:46-1:28:48) – The second hour of the program concludes with Jessica Barnes, Assistant Executive Director of the Indiana Standardbred Association, joins Greg Rakestraw at the fair to go over the events coming later today on the track, how she got involved in horse racing, and all the various facilities they use across the state. (1:27:49-1:50:50) – Bob Haney, Indy RBI Director of Operations, joins Greg Rakestraw to explain what RBI Baseball is, shares which parks they are playing at across the state and what school districts are a part of it, takes Rake through all the different teams that they had to face in order to get to the RBI World Series last week in Florida, recaps the experience for the kids being able to compete against some of the best baseball players across the state, and promotes how people can become involved in Indy RBI. (1:50:50-2:07:18) – Jamie Macomber from the Midwest Standardbred Association is our final guest on the show with Greg Rakestraw at the state fair to discuss the upcoming horse sale at the Indiana State Fair in October, explains the difference between training a thoroughbred and standardbred horses, and how racing at the Indiana State Fair benefits the horses. Indy Eleven backup goalie Reice Charles-Cook stops by to recap his first experience at the Indiana State Fair, shares what fair food that he has tried, and receives some tips from Rake on where he needs to go before he leaves the fairgrounds. (2:07:18-2:11:31) – Today’s show closes out with Greg Rakestraw recapping the show, sharing what we learned in the break about Reice Charles-Cook, and teases JMV about having his chances to work on his play-by-play duties this week.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 25:59 – Tyler Warren hauled in a fantastic catch last night, when do you call someone a “Mr.” or “Mrs.”, Philip Rivers has become a grandpa and says he can beat Peyton Manning and Tom Brady in a foot race, the QB competition and how AR and Daniel Jones looked last night 26:00 – 39:45 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us to discuss texting Kevn while in Iceland, why he wasn’t at Colts practice last night, his thoughts on the Colts QB competition, getting ready for the preseason opener next week, IndyCar/Fox deal, his Mount Rushmore of Indiana athletes, Indy Eleven future venue? 39:46 – 58:22 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss to last night’s practice under the lights, Anthony Richardson’s night, his Instagram, hardest position to cut down, Ashton Dulin, Rick Venturi, road trip snack go-toSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 11:25 – Jeff remembers the right day but forgot his wallet, Colts under the lights and who fared the best, Anthony Richardson’s solid night, the fireworks and drone show 11:26 - 19:32– Morning Checkdown 19:33 – 45:20 – Tyler Warren hauled in a fantastic catch last night, when do you call someone a “Mr.” or “Mrs.”, Philip Rivers has become a grandpa and says he can beat Peyton Manning and Tom Brady in a foot race, the QB competition and how AR and Daniel Jones looked last night 45:21 – 1:10:01 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us to discuss texting Kevn while in Iceland, why he wasn’t at Colts practice last night, his thoughts on the Colts QB competition, getting ready for the preseason opener next week, IndyCar/Fox deal, his Mount Rushmore of Indiana athletes, Indy Eleven future venue?, Morning Checkdown 1:10:02 – 1:22:55– Shane Steichen’s assessment on Anthony Richardson “playing cleaner” this year, when will the Colts name a starting QB, Kevin besmirches Skittles. road trip snacks 1:22:56 – 1:29:36 – A caller defends Kevin’s Skittles take, Anthony Richardson’s slim down, Marc went to the State Fair to sample food and he reviews what he tried 1:29:37 – 1:58:29 – Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss to last night’s practice under the lights, Anthony Richardson’s night, his Instagram, hardest position to cut down, Ashton Dulin, Rick Venturi, road trip snack go-to, Morning Checkdown 1:58:30 – 2:05:15 – Did we watch the NFL Hall of Fame Game last night, the inductees this year have flown under the radar 2:05:16 – 2:16:18 – Nick Cross’ contract status, Colts kicking competition, THAT Tyler Warren catch last night, Lou Anarumo’s defenseSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rhode Island FC fall to Indy Eleven in one of the most baffling ways we've seen so far. Will that result fuel the team as the first El Clamico of the year arrives this weekend when Hartford Athletic comes to town? Will the departures and potential arrivals of players be a difference maker?
00:00 – 12:12 – Last show before the holiday weekend, what is Joey Chestnut doing today?, most famous athletes we’ve met outside of work, July 4th plans 12:13 – 22:58 – Morning Checkdown 22:59 – 41:39 – Katy Perry and the Super Bowl halftime shows, Myles Turner heads to the Bucks/Ayton signs with Lakers so where do the Pacers go now, a “pissed off” Pacers fan calls in following the Myles Turner departure, does the Pacers front office need to hold a press conference?, how much did the Haliburton injury change the course of Myles Turner returning to the Pacers 41:40 – 1:08:45 – Ranking the Colts chances in the AFC South, the pie in the sky scenario for the Colts, Myles Turner’s departure to the Bucks, debating Myles Turner’s tenure in Indy, Morning Checkdown 1:08:46 – 1:18:23 – Should the Pacers move off of Pascal Siakam, we take more callers to react to the Pacers’ losing Turner in free agency 1:18:24 – 1:24:59 – What will the Pacers do in free agency, more callers 1:25:00 – 1:49:59 – Setting The Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to discuss his horrific Cardinals, his thoughts on Myles Turner heading to the Bucks, would he entertain offers for Siakam, expectations for the Pacers next season, Pacers offseason to-do list, the turning point in Myles Turner heading to Milwaukee, Summer League and what he wants to see from the young guys, a Jeff hot take on Joey Chestnut, Morning Checkdown 1:50:00 – 2:04:54 – The Athletic’s Eric Nehm joins us to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks side of things when it comes to the Myles Turner deal, his initial reaction to the Turner deal, where does this put the Bucks now, Turner’s role with the Bucks, did the Pacers try to match the offer from Milwaukee, is Bucks-Pacers a rivalry?, the Damian Lillard era in Milwaukee 2:04:55 – 2:10:27 – Sean Paul, Speedo Curse, prize money for the Nathan’s Hot Dog eating contest, we give away Indy Eleven tickets, wrapping up the show before the July 4th weekendSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 10:24– We’re back from the weekend, Kevin is still on vacation but Jeff is back, the Fever are still without Caitlin Clark but got a win over the Wings on Friday night, James discusses his busy weekend in Chicago and Marc was on-air A LOT over the weekend, Anthony Richardson’s status heading into training camp 10:25 – 20:10 – Morning Checkdown 20:11 – 43:00 - Scheduling PTO around the July 4th holiday, our golf outing, Pacers dominos in the off-season: their draft picks, brining back Tony Bradley, the drafting of Kam Jones, DeAndre Ayton is getting a buyout from Portland and hitting free agency, LeBron James opts in to his 23rd season 43:01 – 1:09:09 – Colts camp thoughts: Position battles, where are they weakest?, storylines heading into camp, who needs to step up?, are there depth issues on the defensive side?, Justin Tucker’s suspension, Morning Checkdown 1:09:10 – 1:18:58 – Jeff’s piano story, Pacers moves over the weekend, all eyes on Myles Turner extension talks, we give away Indy Eleven tickets 1:18:59 – 1:27:35 – We talk protection! (from the offensive line), Anthony Richardson’s status for training camp 1:27:36 – 1:53:17 – Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us and immediately breaks down the Hornets because of Jeff’s flub, coming down from the Pacers high, can the Pacers apply for the disabled player exception with Tyrese’s injury, what a Myles Turner contract extension looks like, qualifying offers to Isaiah Jackson/Quenton Jackson/Enrique Freeman, thoughts on Kam Jones and Taelon Peter, Caitlin Clark’s All-Star votes and her groin injury, the Dewanna Bonner situation, Morning Checkdown 1:53:18 – 2:03:36 – A 2026 NFL Mock Draft has Jeff upset for who the Colts are projected to be select, Caitlin Clark is the top vote-getter for the WNBA All-Star Game, the burden Caitlin Clark carries on a game in and game out basis 2:03:37 – 2:12:07 – James’ busy weekend, the WNBA is expanding to 18 teams by the next five years, NHL to IndianapolisSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 13:16 – It’s do or die for the Pacers tonight in Game 6, Tyrese Haliburton discussed his status and calf yesterday, Bennedict Mathurin’s 23rd birthday today, more fallout from Fever/Sun dust up, 13:17 – 20:19– Morning Checkdown 20:20 – 42:57 – Pacers turnover issues, Haliburton discusses his calf and what he needs to do to play tonight, long-term concerns, his trust in the medical staff, will Thunder fans flood Gainbridge tonight?, a season ticket holder calls about selling his Game 6 seats 42:57 – 1:05:12 – Haliburton on his next 24 hours, another season ticket holder calls and says why he refuses to sell his tickets after being burned in the past, Kevin unboxes his Speedo, which Pacer do you have the most confidence in tonight, Morning Checkdown 1:05:13 – 1:15:37 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us on his birthday and discusses if he thinks Haliburton plays tonight, a calf strain stat that could be cause of concern for tonight, if Haliburton doesn’t play what does the starting five look like, hoe the Pacers should slow down OKC tonight, why did the Pacers make a trade? 1:15:38 – 1:24:03 – Should Haliburton go all out tonight or live for the next season and beyond, Kevin discusses his Speedo try on, how do the Pacers divvy up Haliburton’s minutes if he does play? 1:24:04 – 1:47:16 – IndyStar Colts reporter Nate Atkins joins us to discuss his hellish commute back to Indy, his thoughts on Tyrese Haliburton and his calf, the Game 6 ref assignments, his feature on Jermaine O’Neal, his thoughts on the Colts’ minicamp and his biggest takeaways, Kevin tells a TJ McConnell story, Morning Checkdown 1:47:17 – 1:55:53– We give away Indy Eleven tickets, Bennedict Mathurin’s comments yesterday about Game 6 pressure, our predictions for tonight’s Game 6 1:55:54 – 2:03:56 – ESPN finally showed intros in Game 5, why has the NBA not made The Finals look like The Finals from an aesthetics standpoint?, Haliburton’s stats and availability tonightSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kaylor Hodges looks at the 1-0 Birmingham Legion loss to Indy Eleven...And new head coach Mark Briggs is not happy in the least with the effort...
00:00 – 26:54 – JMV is out at Carroll Stadium, and he kicks off the show by discussing the Pacers Game 4 win over the Knicks in the ECF! He talks the performance of Tyrese Haliburton, and what the Pacers need to do to close out the series! 26:55 – 39:53 – JMV takes a call from a listener of the show! He then talks to Joe Gentry from the Indy Eleven! He and Joe preview tonight’s Indy Eleven match at Carroll Stadium! 39:54 – 44:24 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour with some phone calls from Pacers fans! 44:25 – 1:12:38 – Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins JMV! Kevin first gives an update from Colts OTA’s, and how the quarterback competition between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones has started out. They then discuss the Pacers win over the Knicks in Game 4 of the ECF! They talk about Bennedict Mathurin, and how he rebounded in Game 4 after a rough couple of games. 1:12:39 – 1:20:34 – JMV takes some calls from more listeners of the show! 1:20:35 – 1:26:58 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:26:59 – 1:52:28 – Eddie Gill, the former NBA player now with the Pacers Radio Network, joins the show to help breakdown the Pacers Game 4 win! They talk about the performance of Tyrese Haliburton, how Bennedict Mathurin bounced back, and more! 1:52:29 - 2:03:59 – Voice of the Indy Eleven Greg Rakestraw drops by to help John preview tonight’s Indy Eleven matchup! Greg and JMV also reflect on the Indianapolis 500, and what the major storylines coming out of the race are. 2:04:00 – 2:11:44 – JMV wraps up the show with Joe Gentry of the Indy Eleven! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Philadelphia Union hosted and won their first U.S. Open Cup game since 2018, defeating USL Championship side Indy Eleven 5-4 on penalties after regulation ended tied at 1-1, with Alejandro Bedoya scoring the Union's lone goal. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the Union's victory, covering topics including: the Union's starting XI, which featured Cavan Sullivan and David Vazquez making their first-ever starts for the first team; Alejandro Bedoya scoring his first goal since May 4, 2024; how to assess Cavan Sullivan's performance; and Andre Blake's latest injury, though Bradley Carnell doesn't seem too concerned. Philadelphia Union v Indy Eleven: Starting XI: [6:05] Alejandro Bedoya scores first goal since May 4, 2024: [21:30] Assessing Cavan Sullivan's first start: [30:13] Is MLS pulling away from USL Championship: [40:38] Andre Blake injury: [44:07] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/
The Philadelphia Union hosted and won their first U.S. Open Cup game since 2018, defeating USL Championship side Indy Eleven 5-4 on penalties after regulation ended tied at 1-1, with Alejandro Bedoya scoring the Union's lone goal. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the Union's victory, covering topics including: the Union's starting XI, which featured Cavan Sullivan and David Vazquez making their first-ever starts for the first team; Alejandro Bedoya scoring his first goal since May 4, 2024; how to assess Cavan Sullivan's performance; and Andre Blake's latest injury, though Bradley Carnell doesn't seem too concerned. Philadelphia Union v Indy Eleven: Starting XI: [6:05] Alejandro Bedoya scores first goal since May 4, 2024: [21:30] Assessing Cavan Sullivan's first start: [30:13] Is MLS pulling away from USL Championship: [40:38] Andre Blake injury: [44:07] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/
The 3A girls semifinals take center stage on the SDH Network tonight as we'll have both matches available with radio calls starting at 6pm. Whitewater hosts back-to-back state champions Oconee County in Fayetteville while Jefferson hosts Cherokee Bluff. Go to soccerdownhere.net and click Listen, then select your match or bounce back and forth.Welcome in for another edition of the Morning Espresso from the SDH Network, brought to you by Oglethorpe University, Atlanta's premier undergraduate learning experience and soccer powerhouse.PSG has made their second Champions League final, defeating Arsenal 3-1 on aggregate, 2-1 yesterday in Paris. Luis Enrique has been the best manager in the world this season and he has remade this team in his image and achieved incredible success. They have to go through the 3-time champions Inter to lift the trophy, and remarkably, it's the first time these teams have ever met in official competition.The goalkeepers have been stars in the semifinals. Yann Sommer made a couple of mind-blowing saves on Lamine Yamal of Barcelona, Gianluigi Donnarumma turned into Superman as soon as he saw the English flag again and also stood on his head to lead PSG. I disagree with Mikel Arteta when he says that Arsenal were the better team in the competition, but I do think he's getting unfairly dragged in the media. He took a team without a healthy #9 as far as he could this season. They have to get that position right to compete with the best in England and in Europe. He's one of the best managers in the world today, give him the right squad to truly give him a chance to win a major trophy, I don't think he's had that yet and has done as much as he could.MLS won 15 of the 16 Round of 32 matches in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup over the past two days. The Pittsburgh Riverhounds needed a stoppage time goal to upset NYCFC to keep it from being a clean sweep. Philadelphia needed penalties to get past Indy Eleven, multiple games needed extra time, Austin was 2-0 down at home to El Paso but stormed back to win 3-2. Good news on the business front for MLS as well, their sponsorship revenues are up double digits in 2025 compared to the same timeframe in 2024. 5 clubs were named in Sportico's Most Valuable Soccer Clubs in the World's Top 20, with 19 clubs making the Top 50, the most of any league in the world. While revenues aren't matching the top European clubs at the moment, security of the format along with top-notch infrastructure and ownership collaboration and cooperation have given MLS clubs a strong floor from which to grow their valuations. Arsene Wenger made the news yesterday, saying that his proposed change to the offside rule is imminent. Based on the way these rules have been altered in the past, that's not true. The trials of the new rule (essentially going from if any part of the body is offside then it's an infraction to if any part of the body is onside then it's good, giving the attacker a body length) have not been successful and more are needed to see if this gives the attack too much of an advantage. I do believe that the rule needs to be tweaked in light of video replay being used, but more testing is needed rather than something rash. Plenty more in the video and podcast editions of the Espresso, please check them out. More to come tomorrow morning on the SDH Network.
The magic of the U.S. Open Cup is back—and the Round of 32 draw did not disappoint. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the biggest matchups and storylines as 16 MLS teams enter the fray, with plenty of potential for upsets. Indy Eleven head coach Sean McAuley stops by to preview his club's showdown with the Philadelphia Union, the gap between USL Championship and MLS, and where he stands on promotion and relegation in American soccer. Then, former USMNT midfielder and two-time Open Cup champion Michael Parkhurst joins the show to talk about building Rhode Island FC from the ground up, the buzz around their new stadium, and why their draw against New England Revolution couldn't be more perfect. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices