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After achieving his life-long dream of winning a state title, senior wrestler Josh Arthur of Linganore High School is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Arthur chats with host Greg Swatek about his 9-3 double-overtime victory over Seneca Valley's Isaiah Brewster in the Class 4A-3A state final at 113 pounds. What were his nerves like going into that match? After beating Brewster a week earlier in a regional final, how much did that match help him going into the state final? And what were his emotions like after the final buzzer sounded in double overtime with him ahead by six points? Growing up in a wrestling family, Arthur talks about why he was so instantly drawn to the sport. He discusses Linganore's team season and how close the Lancers came to winning three consecutive 3A duals titles in a row. And he talks about his future and how wrestling might fit into that. Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to chat about March Madness and the latest runs to the NCAA Tournament by Mount St. Mary's and Maryland. They also discuss the start of spring sports in Frederick County and some storylines to follow and whether Urbana High graduate Trey Lipscomb will be on the Washington Nationals' Opening Day roster.

Fresh off another win over their chief regional rival, Linganore, longtime Oakdale High girls basketball coach Rob Healy, senior forward Jane Rape and junior forward Layla McFarland are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. The win over Linganore this week improved the Bears record to 15-1 this season. Healy and his players chat with host Greg Swatek, not just about the big win over the Lancers and why they seem to have their number in big games, but why they have played so well this season in general. The Oakdale girls are coming off an appearance in the Class 3A state championship game last March. Healy and his players talked about having that experience and how it could pay dividends for them later this season. Jane Rape talks about her four years at Oakdale and her decision to play for Army, West Point in college as the Bears' first Division I girls basketball player. McFarland talks about her 30 points against Linganore, which matched a single-game school record, and how she has developed as a player over the course of her winding basketball journey. And Healy talks about how he motivates the team, often through the use of impactful quotes, and keeps it sharp and playing well throughout the season. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the high school basketball scene in Frederick County and how the tragic plane crash in Washington hit close to home.

With his team bidding to win a third consecutive state duals championship, Linganore High wrestling coach Bill Swaney is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Swaney talks with host Greg Swatek about his long career as a wrestling coach in Frederick County that has almost spanned almost two decades. He discusses taking over the head coaching job at Linganore this season from longtime friend and colleague Ben Arneson and some of the challenges the Lancers have faced as they go after another state title. He also talks about how the sport has changed over the years and the need to evolve with the times and adapt to what's happening now. And he talks about his beloved Washington Commanders and Capitals having terrific seasons and being squarely in a championship chase. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss a Frederick County girls flag football commitment at Mount St. Mary's, a profile he is working on about longtime Tuscarora coach Mike O'Brien and the local high school basketball scene.

After taking down reigning Class 4A state champion Clarksburg on a buzzer-beating 3-pointer to win the holiday tournament at Thomas Johnson High School last week, coach Rachael Easterday, senior forward Kayleigh Lake and senior guard Taylor Moran of the Linganore High girls basketball team are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. The trio chats with host Greg Swatek about the Lancers' 6-1 start to the season despite coming into it with a largely new cast of players. The big win over Clarksburg is discussed at length, and Taylor Moran shares what it was like to make the game-winning 3 to win that game at the buzzer. Did the sequence unfold in slow motion for her and the team, like it was a movie? Meanwhile, Kayleigh Lake talks about being the only returning starter on the team and the challenges and rewards that has presented. The group also talks about why the Lancers have exceeded expectations so far this season and how the fast start might have changed the outlook for the rest of this season. How far do they think the team can go? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about his holiday travel and holiday-tournament basketball. What teams looked the best and have the best outlook going forward?

As a new boys basketball season begins across Frederick County, Thomas Johnson head coach John Manley is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Manley is the longest-tenured boys basketball coach in the county, having been the head coach at TJ for 17 years and on staff there for 22. He chats with host Greg Swatek about his longevity, what keeps him going in the job, how he has evolved and become a better coach over the years and how much longer he might keep doing it. He also talks about his team at TJ this season and whether he feels it can make a run deep into the playoffs. The Patriots share the same region (Class 4A West, Section I) with the reigning state champs in 4A, Frederick High. TJ nearly ended the Cadets' quest for a state title last season. The Patriots led by 14 points early in the fourth quarter before eventually falling in a regional final, 49-45. Plus, with the holidays approaching, how does a veteran coach handle all of interruptions of routine and habits that this time of year typically presents. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss Linganore's 35-7 loss to Arundel in the Class 3A football state final last Saturday in Annapolis and offer a bit of a winter sports preview for county teams, particularly when it comes to boys and girls basketball.

With the Linganore High football team preparing to play in another state final, assistant coaches Scott Willett and Herman King are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. Willett and King chat with host Greg Swatek about their own experiences with Linganore football, but also the remarkable career of head coach Rick Conner, who is wrapping up his 23rd season as the Lancers' head coach with yet another appearance in a state title game, his sixth in the last eight years and 15th overall as a coach. Linganore faces Arundel High School at for the Class 3A state championship at 7 p.m. Saturday at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. What makes Conner the coach and the person that he is? How has he been able to have this much success? Willett has been with Conner for more than 20 years at Linganore, while King has coached with him for more than 30, dating back to their time together on the coaching staff at Thomas Johnson High School. Not only did Willett play for Linganore and win a state title in 1989, he and his wife, Susie, have raised three sons who have played football and appeared in a state final for the Lancers. What were the odds? King, meanwhile, shares Conner's passion for football, physicality and weight lifting. Why did he decide to leave TJ to join Conner's staff at Linganore? The Lancers are trying to snap a four-game slide in state championship games. What would it mean to Willett and King if they were able to claim a seventh state championship to extend their Frederick County record? Prior to this conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to look at the Linganore-Arundel state final and what some of the keys to the game might be.

With his team set to play in a Class 2A-1A state semifinal, Middletown High Football coach Collin Delauter is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Delauter chats with host Greg Swatek about the Knights season so far and the formidable challenge that lies ahead. They are 10-2 and will travel to southern Maryland to unbeaten Patuxent (12-0), which knocked them out in the state quarterfinal round last season, 42-7. How is Middletown approaching this year's game, and what will it need to do to win and advance to its first state final since its 2A championship season in 2019? This is Delauter's eighth season on the job. He previously played for and won a state title at Middletown. How has he grown both as a coach and as a person over that time period? What has he learned? And how much fun is it to still be practicing football on Thanksgiving? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about Thanksgiving traditions, favorite foods and, yes, the state football semifinals featuring Linganore and Middletown this week.

As his team prepares to host Bel Air in a Class 3A state quarterfinal, longtime Linganore High football coach is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Conner chats with host Greg Swatek about a season that has exceeded just about everyone's expectations around the program. The Lancers graduated more than 30 seniors from last year's team that faced Oakdale for the Class 3A state championship. The group includes Frederick County's all-time leader in rushing yards and touchdowns, Ethan Arneson, and a Division I college quarterback, Christian Petruzzello (Bucknell). Only six starters returned out of 22 on both sides of the ball. How have the Lancers maintained such a high level with so many new players in key positions? Who or what has been the biggest surprise? What is the team's outlook heading into Friday's state quarterfinal against Bel Air? Conner answers all of those questions and more. Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about Brunswick's state final in boys soccer last Saturday and to preview the Frederick County state quarterfinal football matchups, which also involve Frederick High, Middletown and Walkersville.

After recently announcing that he was stepping down following eight years as Urbana's boys track and field coach, Kyle Grimm is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Grimm chats with host Greg Swatek about the difficulty of the decision and why not was the right time to step away from the program. He discusses how he came into the job and why he loved it so much. And he talks about the future of the program under coach Jackie Suarez, a good friend and the Urbana boys cross country head coach who worked closely alongside him during the track and field season. The discussion then turns to Grimm's influences growing up, his musical inclinations and how he met his wife, as they both work as music teachers. Would Grimm ever return to coaching? He entertains that question as he discusses his future. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss Brunswick's momentous victory over Walkersville in football, the tenuous status of Railroaders coach Jerry Smith and how that might affect the team and Linganore's talented girls flag football team. The guys review Week 6 of the traditional high school football season and look forward to Week 7.

Coming off a couple of important matches against Linganore and North Hagerstown, Urbana High volleyball coach Emily Sexton is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Sexton chats with host Greg Swatek about her background playing volleyball at Urbana and later coaching there. How did the opportunity come about for her? What has she learned about coaching since she has taken the job? She also discusses her team and how it fits into the great volleyball tradition that Urbana has established. Who are the players that make the team go? What sort of expectations did she have for the team? In the last week, the Hawks have pulled out a close win over Linganore and dropped a tough one to perennial state power North Hagerstown. What does she hope her team took from those experiences? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to share his thoughts, among other things, on the Urbana volleyball team and its match with Linganore and the Hawks' out-of-state victory in girls flag football over a team from Athens, Georgia.

With the start of the high school football season looming on the horizon, the Final Score podcast kicks off its preview with Oakdale High coach Kurt Stein. Last season, the Bears finished 14-0 for the first time and captured their second state title with a 42-35 victory over Linganore in the Class 3A championship game. It marked the first state football final contested between Frederick County teams. Stein chats with host Greg Swatek about that epic moment and his team's epic season. They also steer the conversation toward the upcoming season. What does he expect at Oakdale? Who will be the key players on this year's team? How will the team handle a very challenging schedule and the weight of expectations? Is he enjoying the job as much as he ever has heading into his 14th season as the only varsity football coach the school has ever had? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss covering multiple no-hitters in a span of 23 days, including one in the major leagues, and the future of Urbana native Trey Lipscomb with the Washington Nationals.

As he helps mold the next wave of talented offensive lineman in Frederick County, former Linganore High offensive lineman Shannon Breen in this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Breen chats with host Greg Swatek about how his consulting business for high school age kids who want to become better offensive lineman, Hawg Performance, came about. The program has helped hundreds of lineman across the region earn a chance to play college football. The business became much bigger than Breen ever imagined. So, he talks about how he manages it, along with the rest of his day-to-day life as a father and fulltime employee elsewhere. Breen also discusses his own playing career, which took him to the Arena Football League, for which he was named the top offensive lineman in 2015. He also talks about how his best chance to hook on in the NFL was negated by high blood pressure, a condition that caught him by surprise, and all of the heartbreak that came along with it. Prior to that, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the summer sports landscape, which largely consists of baseball on various levels, in Frederick County.

After dethroning nemesis Broadneck to win the Class 4A state championship in boys lacrosse for the second time, Urbana coach Gavin Donahue, leading scorer TJ Harne and standout goalie Zach Thayer are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. Appearing for the second time in a month, Donahue once again addresses the question from host Greg Swatek of whether this Urbana lacrosse team was the best ever from Frederick County. The Hawks finished 20-0, averaged roughly 14 goals per game and overcame the Broadneck hurdle after the Bruins had knocked them out in the state semifinals the previous two seasons. Harne, the leading scorer in Frederick County this season by a huge margin, discusses how he developed such a pinpoint shot. And Thayer, a sophomore, talks about playing such a big role as one of the youngest players on the team and how he was able to stand so tall in such a pressure-packed moment, such as a state final. With 28 players returning next season, the guys also talk about Urbana's chances of becoming the first lacrosse team from Frederick County to win back-to-back state titles. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer John Cannon joins Greg to talk about Middletown's state championship in baseball and near misses by the Linganore softball and Urbana girls lacrosse teams in state finals, among other topics. The podcast is available at http://www.fnppodcasts.com and via iTunes, Google Play and other podcast apps.

With the state wrestling championships on tap this weekend in Upper Marlboro, Tuscarora High wrestling coach Trey Coates, one of the biggest advocates for the sport in Frederick County, is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Coates chats with host Greg Swatek about the tremendous season the Titans have had, advancing all the way to the Class 3A West regional duals final, during which they gave eventual state champion Linganore a tussle, and then sending a large contingent of wrestlers to the individual state championships this weekend. Coates also discusses in detail how he was able to get a flourishing girls wrestling program going at Tuscarora. The Titans had roughly 18 girls come out for the wrestling team this season, which was easily the most of any school in Frederick County, and will send seven wrestlers to the state girls wrestling tournament this weekend at The Show Place Arena. How was he able to get so many girls interested in wrestling? Was he surprised by the turnout? What were the challenges associated with coaching girls as a male wrestling coach? What does he feel is the future of girls wrestling in Frederick County now that there are county titles awarded to girls? Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writers John Cannon and Alexander Dacy join Greg to discuss the basketball playoffs in Frederick County, as well as Oakdale's run to the Maryland state final in ice hockey.

After Linganore wrestling won the state title in the Class 3A duals for the second consecutive year last Saturday in Waldorf, coach Ben Arneson and junior standout Brennan Considine are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. Arneson and Considine chat with host Greg Swatek about the 34-31 victory over South River in the 3A championship match and all the moments that made it momentous. South River had won the 4A duals title the previous two seasons before dropping down to 3A this season. So, Linganore was facing a formidable challenge. The conversation also addresses the workmanlike nature of this Linganore team, the pivot to the individual portion of the wrestling season and the upcoming Frederick County tournament this weekend, which will feature a girls tournament for the first time. What can we expect over these next two weeks of wrestling leading into states? Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to review last weekend's county swimming championships and some notable results on the Frederick County basketball scene over the last week.

Back on the sideline after more than a decade out of coaching, Middletown High girls basketball coach Chris Krivos is this week's guest on The FInal Score podcast. Krivos chats with host Greg Swatek about why he decided to coach again and why Middletown was the right place for him to do it. He talks about how much coaching has changed since he last coached in 2010 at Urbana and how he has had to adapt to the changes. He also talks about his time at Oakdale, where he served as the athletic director when the school opened in 2010 and hired several coaches that are still working and thriving there. How challenging was it to build an athletic department from the ground up? And what did he learn from the experience? Plus, championship season has officially arrived for winter sports in Frederick County. Linganore and Middletown repeated as regional duals wrestling champions and are headed to states this weekend, the Frederick County Public School diving championships took place and the county swimming championships are on tap for Saturday. Plus, red-hot Oakdale is set to meet first-place Frederick in a girls basketball showdown. FNP sports writers John Cannon and Alexander Dacy join Greg to talk about all of that.

After being named the new varsity football coach at Walkersville High School, Tyler Thompson is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Thompson chats with host Greg Swatek about his new job and how the hiring process unfolded. After serving as the defensive coordinator under former coach Joe Polce for the last five years, he talks about why he was ready to take this step and the expectations he has for the program going forward. The conversation extends back to Thompson's playing days at Linganore, where he won a state championship on arguably the best football team Frederick County has ever seen back in 2009, and how he got his start into coaching. Where does the Walkersville football program go from here? What is he looking forward to the most? Thompson addresses those questions as well. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to discuss the Thompson hiring at Walkersville and some of the unusual storylines unfolding during this high school basketball season for both the boys and the girls.

In the wake of their 42-35 victory over Linganore in the fist state football final between Frederick County teams, Oakdale's Big Three, senior quarterback Evan Austin, senior defensive end/tight end Dom Nichols and senior receiver/defensive back Hunter Thompson, as well as coach Kurt Stein, are this week's guest on The Final Score podcast.The guys chat with host Greg Swatek about the significance of playing in the first all-county football state final and the pressure they felt to win after falling in the Class 3A championship game the previous season.How did they manage that pressure all season, both internal and external, given that they were expected to win all of their games and the championship? How did they feel after they won, more joy or relief? And what they will remember the most about the game and the season?The guys also address their own futures and the future of the Oakdale football program. All three will be playing Division I football in college, Nichols at Michigan, Austin at UNC-Charlotte as a receiver and Thompson at Ohio University. Nichols and Austin will be graduating early and leaving to begin their college lives at the end of December, forgoing their final basketball season at Oakdale in the process. And Stein will be tasked with trying to replace three of the finest football players to ever play in Frederick County next season at Oakdale. How does he look at that challenge?Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Gregto take a swing around the Frederick County sports landscape early in the winter season for high school sports.

As he and the Los Angeles Rams prepare to face the Ravens on Sunday in Baltimore, Rob Havenstein, a Linganore graduate and the starting right tackle for the Rams, is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Now a nine-year NFL veteran, Havenstein chats with host Greg Swatek about his longevity in a league in which the average career lasts 3.3 years, with variance by position. How does he prepare differently than when he first came in the league? How is his body holding up? And how much longer does he want to keep playing? Havenstein also talks about the Rams' struggles over the last two seasons, as they have been riddled by injuries to key players, in contrast to winning the Super Bowl just two years ago, as well as the joys of coming home and playing games with a lot of friends and family present. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to discuss Oakdale's 42-35 victory over Linganore in the first state football final between Frederick County teams last Saturday night in Annapolis. Plus, the guys offer a bit of a winter sports preview.

As they prepare to face off in the first state football final between Frederick County teams, coach Rick Conner and senior wide receiver Matthew Hauptman of Linganore and coach Kurt Stein and senior center Sean Tetteh of Oakdale are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. In separate segments, the players and coaches talk chat with host Greg Swatek about the significance of playing in this historic game, the rivalry between the schools and the history the players already share, which includes a youth football championship game. Prior to those discussions, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to talk about the two teams, how they view they significance of this game and what they are expecting from it.

As the story goes, moving and opportunity have helped this business grow to the heights it has achieved. All it starts with is a dream and opportunity. Melissa and Eric Aellen of Linganore Wine Cellars took a break from their busy schedules and joined the Steeples and Peoples podcast to talk all things Linganore Wine Cellars! We get into the rich history that is starting its 3rd generation. We talk about the process and the environmentally friendly changes that have transpired before anyone else even thought about them. We discuss types of wines made including best sellers, how to book a rental and much more on this episode. Go ahead, pour yourself your favorite wine, kick your feet up and enjoy some of the things that you never knew about Linganore Wine Cellars.      Website: www.linganorewines.com  Address: 13601 Glissans Mill Road Mt. Airy, Maryland 21771-8599  Phone: (410) 795-6432 (301) 831-5889 Email: info@linganorewines.com  Hours of Operation: Monday-Wednesday 10 am -5 pm Thursday 10 am -8 pm Friday and Saturday 10 am -9 pm and Sunday 12 - 6 pm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/linganorewinecellars/  ____________________________________________________________ Follow and Connect with Us ____________________________________________________________   Check out our websites, apps and much more www.steeplesandpeoples.com Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Steeples&Peoples Join the conversation on Twitter https://twitter.com/SteeplesPeoples Follow us on Instagram pics https://www.instagram.com/steeplesandpeoples                        Reach out to us on Snapchat at: steeplespeoples Watch our Tik Tok at: steeplesandpeoples ===========================  Feel free to let us know if you have any comments or questions By emailing us at: SteeplesandPeoples@gmail.com Steve Medley: voice intro and outro Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join us weekly to find out what's going on with "All Things Frederick County, Maryland" on the Steeples and Peoples podcast!!!

With his team still unbeaten near the midpoint of the season, Walkersville High girls soccer coach Paul Bryan is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Bryan chats with host Greg Swatek about the strengths of his team and if it has legitimate hopes of winning the program's first state championship in Class 2A. The two discuss some of Walkersville's great girls soccer teams in recent years, including the team that made the run to the 2A championship game in 2018, and where this season's team ranks by comparison. Plus, Bryan explains why he doesn't get carried away with expectations or future results. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to look back on Week 4 of the high school football season here in Frederick County, including the big showdown between Oakdale and Linganore, and look ahead to Week 5. They also talk about other prominent headlines during the county's fall sports season.

With his girls team in position to challenge for a state title, longtime Frederick High cross country coach Frank Strakonsky is this week' guest on the Final Score podcast. Strakonsky chats with host Greg Swatek about growing up in Frederick County and how his coaching career, now in its 25th year, got started. They talk about why Strakonsky decided start coaching cross country and the mentors he had to help show him the ropes, such as Jack Griffin and Don Boyer. Then, they talk about his girls team at Frederick High this season, what makes it so strong and why it is well positioned to challenge for a state title. Plus, Strakonsky reflects on all of the growth and change in Frederick County that has taken place during his 25 years as a high-school coach, and why it's important for he and his wife to be present for and to support the other sports programs at Frederick High. Prior to that, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to discuss the high school sports scene in the county. They look back on Week 3 of the high school football season and look ahead to Week 4, which includes the big matchup between Oakdale and Linganore.

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With his team set to play in another state semifinal, first-year Linganore girls lacrosse coach Dean Coccia is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. After suffering a heart-breaking loss in the final minute to Severna Park last spring in the state semifinals, the Lancers are back in the final four of Class 3A and set to take on top-seeded Towson at Paint Branch High School. Coccia chats with host Greg Swatek about taking over a team with a mix of veterans from last season's experience and new players The two also discuss Coccia's backgound in the sport, how he got the job at Linganore and what his expectations are moving forward. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer John Cannon and Alexander Dacy join Greg to talk about state semifinals and quarterfinals for Frederick County teams in baseball, softball and boys and girls lacrosse.

Fresh off Linganore High's wrestling team winning its first state duals championship last Saturday, coach Ben Arneson and senior middleweight Ben Lawn are this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Arneson and Lawn chat with host Greg Swatek about how the profile of the sport has risen at Linganore to the point where the Lancers are now one of the most respected teams in the state. They talk about the team's relentless and never-quit attitude, which carried them to the Class 3A duals championship over North Point, and they talk about how the wrestlers were able to come together for the purpose of achieving that common goal. Plus, they offer a little preview of the Frederick County Public Schools tournament this Friday and Saturday at Frederick High School, as the individual portion of the postseason is set to begin. Prior to that, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to discuss the end of the basketball regular season in Frederick County and what team can possibly contend for a state title on the boys and girls side, as well as the FCPS swimming and diving championships over the weekend.

Following a dramatic and tense come-from-behind win at Linganore this week, Urbana boys basketball coach Dave Crawmer and sophomore forward RJ Roche are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. Crawmer and Roche chat with host Greg Swatek about the Hawks' season. They are 13-5 with three challenging games remaining in the regular season. They also discuss the qualities of the team that allowed it to rally from an early 13-point deficit to beat Linganore on the road by three, surviving a potential game-tying 3-pointer by the Lancers at the buzzer. Roche talks about how his game has evolved over the course of the season. And Crawmer discusses his day job as the head golfing pro at Lakewood Country Club in Rockville. What his lowest score ever? What is the most famous course he has ever played? The answers may surprise you. Prior to that, FNP sports writers John Cannon and Alexander Dacy join Greg to talk about the the controversial disqualification of Catoctin sprinting star Brody Buffington in the 300 dash over the weekend in the Class 1A West regional indoor track meet in Hagerstown. They also discuss the prominent storylines on the boys and girls basketball scenes in Frederick County, and share the story of Zion Ortiz, a star athlete at Maryland School for the Deaf.

Less than a week after being named the varsity football coach at his alma mater, Frederick High football coach Pat Cadden is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Cadden chats with host Greg Swatek about how the opportunity came about for him. He served for the last six seasons as Frederick's defensive coordinator under former coach Kevin Pirri and has helped resurrect the program from one of its lowest points ever into one of the top ones in the state. Cadden also talks candidly about his 20 years of military service in the U.S. Army, which is approaching its end, and how that shaped his life and his coaching career. Prior to that, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to discuss the new high school football coaching hires at both Frederick and Tuscarora, as well as some notable results and upcoming matchups on the Frederick County basketball scene. The guys also touch on Catoctin's Brody Buffington posting the fastest time in the nation in the 55-meter dash last week, as well as Linganore wrestling's big win over Middletown.

After leading Linganore to a last-second, one-point win over Urbana to achieve status as the only unbeaten team in Frederick County this season in girls basketball, Lancers junior guard Trinity Lindblade and her coach, Rachael Easterday, are this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Lindblade chats with host Greg Swatek about the nothing-but-net 3-pointer she hit to beat the previously unbeaten Hawks by one point (63-62) in the final seconds of what could be the girls basketball Game of the Year in the county this season. What was she thinking and feeling leading into that shot? What gave her the confidence to take it and make it from so far behind the 3-point line? What has her adjustment been like to the Linganore team after transferring from Thomas Johnson last season? Lindblade answers all of those questions. Easterday discusses what makes Lindblade such a special player and what makes these Lancers such a special team. Did she unbeaten and state-championship potential in her team prior to the season starting? Prior to this discussion, FNP sports writers John Cannon and Alexander Dacy join Greg to talk about the winter sports season in Frederick County, with the girls and boys basketball scenes being a particular point of emphasis. What has stood out to these guys so far this season?

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After scoring his second game-winning goal in a state final in November, Brunswick boys soccer player Logan Malone and his coach, Shawn Baker, are the guests this week on The Final Score podcast. Malone recounts to host Greg Swatek his storybook scenario of scoring not just one, but two game-winning goals in overtime of state championship games against the very same opponent, Fallston. What was the liklihood of that happening? What were his emotions like? What sort of reaction did he get from his teammates and the community? Plus, Baker shares his pride in leading his alma mater to back-to-back state titles as a coach and what made this Brunswick team so strong once again. Prior to that, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy chats with Greg about winter sports in Frederick County and a very early candidate for Game of the Year, as unbeaten Linganore and unbeaten Urbana played in girls basketball. Learn how the game lived up to the hype.

With his team authoring a remarkable turnaround season, Linganore boys soccer coach Kirk Meehan is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Meehan chats with host Greg Swatek about why is team is playing so well and how its been able to pull out five one-goal wins so far. He talks about the difficulties of going through a winless season in 2021 and how he kept his players interested and motivated to contribute to the program despite not being rewarded for their time and efforts with victories. He also discusses his own playing career at Tuscarora High School and how he got into coaching and teaching special education at Linganore. Prior to that, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to talk about fall sports for Frederick County high schools. Among other topics, they review Week 4 of the high school football season and look ahead to Week 5.

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As he prepares for his 37th season of coaching football and 21st at Linganore High School, Rick Conner is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Conner chats with host Greg Swatek about the start of the new season and his love of practice. He reflects on the last four full seasons that have seen his Linganore team reach the state-championship game in Class 3A and the team he expects to have this season. He also talks about if he'll ever stop coaching and how the game has changed during his time on the sideline. Plus, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy weighs in on the start of fall sports practice in Frederick County and a good week for minor league baseball players from Frederick County.

With high school sports in the 2022-23 school year now concluded, Frederick County Public School's supervisor of athletics and extracurricular activities Kevin Kendro makes his annual appearance on the Final Score podcast this week to discuss the various happenings over the last year. Kendro chats with host Greg Swatek about the school system's handling of COVID-19 and why this past year felt the most normal since the pandemic began. He also addresses the tremendous success of FCPS athletes and teams on the state level, the loss of the county tennis tournament this spring, recent changes to the regional and state playoff formats and the recent retirements of Middletown athletic director Mike DeSimone and Walkersville athletic director Mike Mummert. Prior to that, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy chats with Greg about covering Linganore softball's remarkable come-from-behind victory over Chopticon in the Class 3A state championship game.

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Following his team's third state semifinal appearance in the last four seasons, Thomas Johnson baseball coach Billy Gross is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Gross chats with host Greg Swatek about his team's remarkable ability to play its best baseball at the most important time of the season. He also talks about coaching at TJ as a Frederick High graduate, the special qualities of his team this season and why it was the last team standing in a region and a county with tremendous pitching talent and depth. Later in the conversation, Gross chats about stepping away from coaching after nine seasons at TJ to accept an administrative position as the school's assistant principal and what the next chapter of his career and life will entail. Also, FNP sports writers Alexander Dacy and John Cannon join Greg to talk about Linganore's remarkable run to the Class 3A state final in softball, as well as the rest of the state playoffs involving Frederick County teams.

One of the longest-tenured high school coaches in Frederick County, Andrea Poffinberger of the Linganore softball team, is this week's guest on the Final Score podcast. Poffinberger chats with host Greg Swatek about her two decades at the helm of the Lancers' softball team. She talks about how she got the job, what she enjoys the most about it, how much longer she might do it and why Linganore always seems to put itself in contention for a state title. Plus, she talks about coaching the Lancers' volleyball team and the learning curve she endured in her early days of doing that job. Prior to that, though, FNP sports writers John Cannon and Alexander Dacy drop in to discuss the recent Central Maryland Conference championship games, as well as the upcoming playoffs for baseball softball and lacrosse.

With the Linganore girls lacrosse team having its best season in years, Lancers coach Brooke Wilson is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Wilson chats with host Greg Swatek about the growth of the program in her five seasons on the job and why the team is playing so well this season. She also talks about growing up playing the sport in Frederick County, the expectations she has for her players, working for the Washington Nationals and why giving back to others is so important. First, though, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about all of the elite pitching in Frederick County this spring.

With March Madness getting into full swing, Linganore graduate and UNC-Charlotte women's basketball coach Cara Consuegra is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. The 49ers won the Conference USA Tournament championship to earn their first bid to the NCAA tournament since 2009. They are the 14th seed in the Bridgeport Region and will take on No. 3 seed Indiana on the Hoosiers' home court at 1:30 p.m. Saturday on ESPN2. Consuegra chats with host Greg Swatek about UNC-Charlotte's run to the Big Dance, how the program has progressed in her 11 seasons on the job and the all-consuming nature of it. Prior to that, new FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy stops in to talk about his first days on the job and life as a Washington sports fan for the Silver Spring native.

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After becoming the first Frederick County football player to be part of a Super Bowl winning team, L.A. Rams right tackle and Linganore graduate Rob Havenstein is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Still basking in the glow of the Rams' 23-20 victory on their home field last Sunday over the Cincinnati Bengals to claim Super Bowl 56, Havenstein chats with host Greg Swatek about many of the details and experiences that made it possible. What were his emotions as the game ended? What did he think when he got his hands on the Lombardi Trophy? How did the Rams orchestrate the final, game-winning drive? And did he think he might have cost his team with a late holding call? Havenstein shares these details, as well as what it meant to play the Super Bowl on the Rams' home field and what his preliminary offseason plans are. Prior to that, FNP sports writer John Cannon joins Greg to discuss Havenstein's victory in the Super Bowl, other notable big-time achievements for Frederick County athletes and to look ahead to the upcoming playoffs for girls and boys basketball.

In Tim Abercombie Jr.'s first season at the helm of the Linganore boys basketball, the Lancers have been the most consistent team in Frederick County this season and also boast the best record. On this week's episode of The Final Score podcast, Ambercrombie chats with host Greg Swatek about what has made Linganore so successful this season. He also talks about his own background with county basketball and having a front seat as a young kid to some of the best basketball that has ever been played in the Frederick area by coach Tom Dickman's teams at Thomas Johnson. Abercrombie Jr's father, Tim, served as an assistant to Dickman. So, how did all of that regular access to those great teams shape Abercombie Jr.'s life in terms of basketball? First, though, FNP sports writer John Cannon stops in to talk about the Frederick County sports landscape with Greg. On Friday, Thomas Johnson is scheduled to name its basketball court after Dickman. What are some of John's fondest memories of covering the TJ teams that Dickman coached? The guys also discuss how the current playoff picture shaking out as the end of the regular season approaches for all of the winter sports.

Dylan Diggs is an international evaluation expert with a focus on democracy and governance. The son of Eric and Denise Diggs, Dylan was raised in Mount Airy, Maryland from birth, where he graduated from Linganore High School.   Dylan received a Bachelor's in political science from Johns Hopkins University and a Master's in Government from Georgetown University, with a focus on democracy and governance. At Georgetown, Dylan met the love of his life, Samira. They married in 2015 and moved back to Ballenger Creek to build a family. Samira now teaches at Linganore, while they have expanded their family to their three sons: Paxton, Damian and Roman.  Since moving to Frederick, Dylan has sought opportunities to be active in the community. While in Ballenger Creek, he joined the Ballenger Creek Meadows HOA. He has served on the board of the Republican Club of Frederick County, including serving as the president in 2021 and 2022. He has also been appointed to a number of county government boards. The first was the Charter Review Commission charged with updating the Frederick County Charter. The most recent has been the County Redistricting Commission where citizens collaborated to draw new lines for the County Council. In 2021, the Diggs family moved to Adamstown to further grow roots in Frederick County. Dylan is an evaluation specialist, where he develops and analyzes metrics that determine if government work is conducted efficiently and effectively. He works on issues related to foreign policy and public diplomacy and evaluates the effect of programs seeking to improve governance practices and rights abroad. Dylan has also been involved in politics since high school and has worked for the McCain-Palin campaign on the Communications team, the Romney-Ryan campaign on international and economic policy planning, and the Bongino Campaign as a grassroots coordinator.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Heading into Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Linganore graduate and Los Angeles Rams right tackle Rob Havenstein is the guest this week on the Final Score podcast.Now seven seasons into his NFL career, Havenstein chats with host Greg Swatek about his longevity in the league and how he and his life have changed since being drafted in the second round in 2015. They talk about what a typical week is like for Havenstein as the Rams prepare for their next opponent and what he is looking for when he watches film.Plus, Havenstein discusses dealing with COVID-19, his favorite things about SoFi Stadium, one of the fanciest venues in the NFL, how his job has changed with fans back in the stands and his trip back to Baltimore to play the Ravens in front of family and friends. Is it more special to play in Baltimore, in the shadow of his backyard? Or is it just another business trip?Subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Google Play.

As the winter sports season gets under way across most of Frederick County, Walkersville boys basketball coach Mike Mathis is this week's guest on the Final Score podcast. Mathis chats with host Greg Swatek about his career of almost 30 years coaching girls and boys basketball at Walkersville. He shares how he got the job and why he has never been inclined to leave almost three decades later. He also discusses his feelings on the current boys basketball landscape in Frederick County and where his Lions fall in the pecking order. Up first, however, News-Post sports writer John Cannon joins Greg to discuss Linganore foortball's 28-23 loss to Northern-Calvert last Saturday in the Class 3A state championship game in Annapolis. John also shares some thoughts on the upcoming winter sports season in the county and what he is looking forward to the most.

Heading into Saturday's Class 3A state football semifinal and the start of the winter sports season next week, Linganore running back Ethan Arneson and his father, Ben, are the guests this week on the Final Score podcast. Ethan was the leading rusher in Frederick County as a sophomore this season. He's amassed more than 2,000 yards and 20 touchdowns, even though he was not the starter in the Lancers' first two games. Host Greg Swatek asks him how surprised he was by that, especially considering he was pulled up to the varsity team this season to play defense. Ethan also talks about how he is feeling heading into the state final after spraining his ankle last week against Frederick and what it would mean to hoist the trophy with his teammates on Saturday. Ben Arneson, the junior-varsity football coach at Linganore and varsity wrestling coach, shares his impressions of his son's remarkable season and also talks about how his wrestling team is shaping up heading into next week's season opener against Frederick High. How is the team preparing without members of the team that also play football?

Heading into the first state football semifinal between Frederick County football teams in more than 20 years, Linganore coach Rick Conner is this week's guest on the Final Score podcast. Conner joins host Greg Swatek to talk about Friday's Class 3A semifinal clash between his top-seeded and unbeaten Lancers and the fifth-seeded Cadets, who are making their first appearance in the state semifinals since 1985. He talks about his love of practicing on Thanksgiving and what makes his team so special. Have the Lancers ever run the ball better during his long tenure at the school? Plus, can he ever see himself not coaching? And what prompted him to buy a motorcycle? First up, though, FNP sports writer John Cannon stops in for his weekly chat about the county sports scene. He and Greg take a look back at last week's state football quarterfinals involving Linganore, Frederick, Urbana and Brunswick. They also preview and share insights on the semifinal clash between Linganore and Frederick.

With his team set to play in the Class 1A state championship game, Brunswick boys soccer coach Shawn Baker is the guest this week on the Final Score podcast. Baker chats with host Greg Swatek about growing up in the Brunswick soccer program and how it shaped him as a person and a coach. He also shares what it would mean to lead his alma mater to its fourth state title and first since 2014. Plus, does he still have the strongest leg in the Railroaders soccer program? What is it like having two very competitive siblings on his coaching staff? And what legendary sports icon inspired him to shave his head many years ago? Prior to that, FNP sports writer John Cannon joins Greg for their weekly segment on the Frederick County sports scene. This week, they discuss the state cross-country titles for the Brunswick boys team and Caroline Gregory of Frederick, as well as preview the two state soccer finals featuring the Brunswick boys and girls teams and the state football quarterfinals that involve Linganore, Frederick, Urbana and Brunswick.

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In mid-August, Western Ville CF 1892 began its inaugural season as a men's semi-pro soccer team in Frederick County. The coach and owner of the team is Joel Ramirez, who graduated from Tuscarora High School in 2016 and serves in the Maryland National Guard. On this week's episode of the Final Score podcast, Ramirez talks with host Greg Swatek about what inspired him to start the team, how he attracted players, his own background in soccer and passion for the sport and how much work and cost is involved in starting a semi-pro team from scratch. He also talks about how the organization plans to expand with indoor soccer during the winter months. Prior to that, News-Post sports writer John Cannon joins Greg for their weekly look around the county sports scene. With the regular season winding down in high school football, they preview this week's big matchups between Linganore and Frederick and Middletown and Brunswick. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Google Play

Not that long ago, Dara Demich played on an experienced, high-scoring girls soccer team at Brunswick High School that challenged for a state title. Now, she is at the helm of one in her second season as the head coach at her alma mater. On this week's episode of the Final Score podcast, Demich joins host Greg Swatek to talk about her talented team and what it means to her to be coaching at the school that she played for. They discuss how she got her start in the sport, how she has grown into her role as a coach and the parallel track her soccer career shared with her twin brother Drew's. Prior to that, FNP sports writer John Cannon joins Greg to discuss the expansion of the high school football playoffs and review Week 4 of the season, including the epic overtime thriller between Linganore and Oakdale. They also take a look ahead to Week 5 and talk about other matters on the Frederick County sports scene.

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Rick Conner is described by his colleagues as the best high school football coach ever in Frederick County. In 1998 Rick was inducted into the Western Maryland Athletic Hall of Fame and in 2014 was inducted into the Maryland High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame. Throughout Rick’s career, he has touched many lives by being a great leader, mentor, and coach, not only on the football field but also by coaching basketball, swimming, track, and as a physical education teacher. Since 2001, as Linganore High School’s head football coach, Rick has racked up three state football championships, four state runners-up, seven regional championships and 10 Conference championships. As a defensive coordinator at Urbana High School, he helped guide them to four consecutive state championships, which is a state record, and 50 consecutive wins. At Thomas Johnson High School, he was the defensive coordinator and helped guide those teams to two state playoffs, a regional championship, and three conference championships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa grew up in the Linganore Winecellars family business. The daughter of executive winemaker Anthony Aellen, she has bachelor's degrees in viticulture and enology, and has worked in seven wineries across the country and in New Zealand, learning the art of winemaking.Melissa gives us some history of Linganore and talks about her journey to winemaking.Follow Melissa:https://www.linganorewines.com/https://www.instagram.com/linganorewinecellars/Follow The Swirl Suite:@SwirlSuitewww.swirlsuite.com Sarita @VineMeUpTanisha @GirlMeetsGlassLeslie @Vino301Glynis @Vino_NoireMusic Credit: https://www.bensound.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Melissa grew up in the Linganore Winecellars family business. The daughter of executive winemaker Anthony Aellen, she has bachelors degrees in viticulture and enology, and has worked in seven wineries across the country and in New Zealand, learning the art of winemaking.Melissa gives us some history of Linganore and talks about her journey to winemaking.Follow Melissa:https://www.linganorewines.com/https://www.instagram.com/linganorewinecellars/Follow The Swirl Suite:@SwirlSuitewww.swirlsuite.comSarita @VineMeUpTanisha @GirlMeetsGlassLeslie @Vino301Glynis @Vino_NoireMusic Credit: https://www.bensound.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.Check out the highly anticipated podcast app that's created for the black community. The ALIVE Podcast App is the home of Black voices - where community, culture, and creatives live.

Melissa grew up in the Linganore Winecellars family business. The daughter of executive winemaker Anthony Aellen, she has bachelor's degrees in viticulture and enology, and has worked in seven wineries across the country and in New Zealand, learning the art of winemaking.Melissa gives us some history of Linganore and talks about her journey to winemaking.Follow Melissa:https://www.linganorewines.com/https://www.instagram.com/linganorewinecellars/Follow The Swirl Suite:@SwirlSuitewww.swirlsuite.com Sarita @VineMeUpTanisha @GirlMeetsGlassLeslie @Vino301Glynis @Vino_NoireMusic Credit: https://www.bensound.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After leading his team to a Central Maryland Conference championship earlier in the week, Linganore boys basketball coach Chris O'Connor is this week's guest on The Final Score Podcast. O'Connor chats with host Greg Swatek about his team's 54-51 victory over three-time defending CMC champion Oakdale on Tuesday night at Hood College, during which the Lancers rallied from an early 10-point deficit. He talks about the makeup of his roster and how Linganore relies on most of its players to pull through as opposed to counting on one or two star players. And he talks about what the Lancers believe they are capable of achieving as the playoffs get under way. Then, O'Connor talks about growing up in a sports-oriented family with two older sisters, the influences that legendary Frederick County coaches Dave Carruthers, Rick Conner and Terry Connolly had on his own coaching career and coming to grips with teaching and coaching at Linganore after attending and playing sports for arch rival Urbana. In addition, FNP sports writer Joe Ferraro shares his thoughts on Linganore's win over Oakdale in the CMC title game and helps set the scene with Greg for the upcoming boys and girls basketball playoffs.

Heading into the heart of the winter sports schedule following the holidays, Linganore wrestling coach Ben Arneson is the guest on this week's episode of The Final Score podcast. Arneson chats with host Greg Swatek about the challenges of dealing with the holidays during the course of a season season and the interruptions to routines and schedules that come about. They also talk about the wrestling scene in Frederick County, including Linganore's run to the state duals finals and county team titles last season, as well as the Lancers's outlook this season with a much different and much younger team. The coach is also asked about his 10-year run riding bulls in various places around the country. In addition, FNP sports writer Joe Ferraro drops in to discuss the high school basketball landscape in the county.

With the Catoctin football team set to play in its first state final in roughly a decade, the team's star running back, Carson Sickeri, and his father, Jamie, an assistant coach, are the guests this week on The Final Score Podcast. The Sickeris chat with host Greg Swatek about the Cougars' big shutout win over perennial Class 1A power Fort Hill last week and what makes their offense so dynamic. Catoctin is averaging more than 40 points per game this season. Jamie shares his back story growing up as a high school running back in a small, Western Pennsylvania football town and the family lineage at the position. Carson has reached even greater heights this season with more than 2,000 rushing yards and 40 touchdowns. They also talk about what lies ahead, as Catoctin is set to face another perennial state power in Dunbar in the 1A championship game Saturday afternoon, and what they feel it will be like taking the field at Navy's Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. Up first, though, FNP sports writers John Cannon and Joe Ferraro join Greg to discuss the historical milestone, as Frederick County placed three teams in the state football final in the same year for the first time. They share thoughts and insights about Linganore's game with Damascus in the 3A final, Catoctin's game with Dunbar in the 1A championship game, as well as Middletown's game with Potomac in the 2A final.

Included are Head Coach Page Pohopin and several players from this year's team which made it yo the state semi final level before being defeated.

With the potential demise of the Frederick Keys generating conversation around the area this week, Adam Pohl, a former Keys broadcaster and currently the Director of Broadcasting for the Bowie Baysox, is the guest this week on The Final Score podcast. Pohl responds to the list that circulated through various media channels over the weekend that named the Keys as one of 42 minor league baseball teams that Major League Baseball was proposing to fold after the 2020 season. He states his beliefs about why MLB wants to chop so many minor league teams, including a financial reason that is not often reported and talked about. He also talks about why he feels the idea is so ill-advised and the likelihood of it ever coming to fruition. Then, FNP sports writer Joe Ferraro stops by to share his thoughts on the matter and discuss this weekend's high school football playoff games, as Catoctin, Middletown and Linganore complete in the state quarterfinals.

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Heading into an incredibly busy weekend for Frederick County sports, Linganore girls soccer coach Paige Pohopin is this week's guest on the Final Score podcast. The Lancers are getting set to take on defending state champion Northern Calvert on their home field at 5 p.m. Saturday in a Class 3A state semifinal. Coach Pohopin chats with host Greg Swatek about his passion for the Linganore soccer program, why her team has advanced this far and the job being thrust into her lap at the start of the season. What has been her biggest challenge so far adapting as a varsity head coach? What does she appreciate the most about this season? But before that, FNP sports writers John Cannon and Joe Ferraro drop in to discuss the busy weekend ahead for county sports teams. There are two county field hockey teams playing in state finals for the first time in a long time, three soccer teams playing in state finals and eight county football teams playing in the playoffs, not the mention the state cross country championships. The guys discuss all of it and share their insights on what is ahead for these teams and athletes.

With a big showdown against Catoctin looming this week, Walkersville football coach Joe Polce is the guest this week on The Final Score podcast. The Lions are off to a 4-1 start this season with wins over Tuscarora, Liberty, Seneca Valley and Thomas Johnson and a loss to Linganore last week. Coach Polce shares his assessment of the season to date with host Greg Swatek. What is going well? What needs to get better? He also shares his feelings on the resumption of the Catoctin-Walkersville rivalry, which hadn't been played for the last two seasons. What type of game does he expect on Friday? Then, Frederick News-Post sports writer Joe Ferraro drops in to discuss the county football scene just past the midpoint of the season. What teams have made the biggest impressions so far? How deep is the running back position in the county? Is there a clear frontrunner heading into the postseason?

With the start of practice about a month away, the Final Score podcast begins its look at the 2019 high school football season in Frederick County. The first guest is a coach who had his team on the precipice of a Frederick County record seventh state title last November before falling just short due to a last-second field goal. Rick Conner of Linganore High School talks with host about the pain and the lessons learned from that 17-14 loss to Franklin High in the Class 3A title game last November. Typically someone who likes to keep moving forward, how long did an agonizing loss like that stay with him? What play does he want to have back the most? Coach Conner also provides a glimpse of this season's team at Linganore, which will feature new faces in several of the key positions, and why the Lancers plan to stay true to their identity. He also shares his feelings on the new state playoff format and why he is as passionate about his job right now as ever before.

WFMD is proud to announce our selection of the two high school Athletes of the Month for January, 2019:   Basketball players Trumaine Strickland, a senior from Tuscarora High School and Saylor Poffenbarger, a sophomore from Middletown HIgh School.   The Athlete of the Month programming is sponsored by Premiere Dental Arts, Altimate Electric and Canyon Contracting.   Trumaine Strickland  is a multi talented basketball player but perhaps his most exciting ability is to drive to the basket , even under what seems like solid defensive work by the opposing team.   On the fast break he is close to impossible to stop and will find the smallest of openings on his way to the basket.  He also can shoot the "Threes"  and has an excellent mid range jump shot. His speed often gets him open to make beautiful passes to teammates. Saylor Pofffenbarger has the ability to dominate games both offensively and defensively.    She has a deadly three point shot but can also drive to the basket and can pass off in mid flight to her teammates.  She sees the entire floor and can pass from anywhere.  Like Trumaine, she has an excellent jump shot.   On defense she is a proficient shot blocker and at 6'2" can rule  both the offensive and defensive boards with her rebounding.   Trumaine Strickland: Leads all of Frederick County boys basketball in scoring averaging 23.3 points a gameHe is in 8th place in the County  in assists , averaging 4 a gameHas scored more than 800 points in his high school career at Tuscarora under Coach Darryl Whiten. On December 21, 2018 Trumaine scored 40 points in a 74-72 win over North Hagerstown.On December 28, 2018 Trumaine scored 25 points, had 7 rebounds and 6 asists in a 64-51 win over Clarksburg. On February 8, 2019 Trumaine scored 27 points, and had 5 assists, 6 rebounds and 4 steals in a big win over Linganore.   Saylor PoffenbargerLeads all of girls basketball in Frederick County in scoring averaging 20 points a game.Leads all of girls basketball in Frederick County in rebounding averaging 11.9 per game. Has led her team to a 19-3 season record so far with the state tournament to come. On December 21, 2018 Saylor scored 31 points, and had 15 rebounds 4 assists and 3 blocked shots in a 62-48 win over Walkersville. On a December 28, 2018 in a  win over Poolesville Saylor scored 14 points, and had 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocked shots. On January 22, 2019 Saylor had a triple double in a win against Brunswick scoring 27 points,  grabbing 10 rebounds and getting 10 blocked shots.

A strong second half allows Tuscarora to top Linganore.

More than 300 parents and community members attended the first informational session about the upcoming school redistricting, which primarily touches the Urbana, Linganore and Oakdale communities. This week, we hear from those parents and community members who worry a redistricting could mean significant changes for students and their families. Hosts Emma Kerr and Wyatt Massey talk about what the redistricting — affecting nearly half of all Frederick County Public Schools — will mean for those families and what to expect in the coming months.

Linganore pulls off the big upset.

Nick Diaz was an educator in the Frederick County Public schools as a math teacher for 30 years. he currently is retired but acts as the Academic Tournament Coordinator. The tournament is in its 38th year and is open free to the public and promises to bring its usual excitement as students from all highschools in Frederick County go head to head, putting their knowledge and recall to the test. Since 1982, Linganore teams have won the tournament nine times, Frederick High has won six, teams from Gov. Thomas Johnson, Middletown, and Walkersville have each won five, Urbana has won three, Brunswick has won twice, and teams from Catoctin and Tuscarora have each won once. The web site for more information is, https://fcacademictournament.webs.com/

TJ advances to 5-1 for the season with this win.

The Number One 2 (Howard Fletcher) visits with Melissa Aellen of Linganore Winecellars in Mt. Airy, MD. The 3rd generation winemaker discusses Maryland wine, East Coast winemaking education, and her family's history in the business.

Michael Borum has many specialties, including online marketing strategies, public relations, advertising, and copywriting; all of which serve him well as Director of Marketing at Linganore Winecellars in Mount Airy, Maryland. In this Zesty Marketing Podcast, Host Whitney Hahn talks with Michael about how wine drinking preferences relate to social media preferences; making friends with your target demographics; and where to focus your efforts - social media or website. Resource: Linganore Winecellars Website Want more? Find the companion articles and other helpful tidbits on video production and promotion from Digital Bard. Suggest a guest on Facebook. Rate or review this podcast on iTunes.

In this episode we travel to Linganore Winery and Vineyard near Mt. Airy and visit with third generation winemaker, Melissa Aellen.  Linganore Winecellars is the largest winery in Maryland and one of the oldest on the East Coast. Many are familiar with their sweet and fruit wines but today Melissa takes us to the dryer side of Linganore.  http://www.linganorewines.com/

2/28/2014: Luke talks about his picks for the Oscars on March 2, 2014. Download a low- resolution version of the video.  

Three members of the LHS Indoor Color Guard, Evan Lambert, Sydney Clark and Julie Smith (in the black and white uniforms), wait at the awards ceremony at their competition at Biglerville High School on Saturday.   Watch their performance: You can also download the original .mov file.

Coming off a 93-54 loss against Oakdale, Linganore showed no sign of letting up as this game was a real barn-burner all the way to the finish. In a tightly contested game, head coach Tom Kraft turned to sophomore phenom Thomas Lang; and he came up big in the 73-70 win over Walkersville last Friday....

Members of the Lancer Marching Band played “Taps” at 11:11am in tribute of Veteran’s day to recognize the bravery and selflessness of every man and woman who has risked their own life for the freedom of all Americans. Veteran’s day is not a celebration of our freedom, but of the price that some have paid...

Walk into just about any class, and you’re bound to see at least one person wearing Hurley, Element, LRG, or other popular clothing brands associated with skating, readily talking about whatever plans they have for skating in the near future, and comfortably using terms such as “Ollie” or “hardflip”. To the average person, the tight-knit...