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Happy Mother's Day to all the fabulous moms in the world! This week as a special bonus Mother's Day episode on The Hamilton Review, we are so happy to welcome the authors of the book, "Tough As A Mother" - Jenn Hildreth and Aimee Leone!  In this conversation, Jenn and Aimee discuss their experiences as working mothers in the sports world. They also share all the details of their amazing book (which makes a great gift for Mother's Day!) including why they decided to write it, some of the outstanding women that inspire them and so much more.  Jenn and Aimee demonstrate many reason why women are incredible, powerful and strong - a perfect tribute to mothers and women everywhere. Don't miss this wonderful episode and Happy Mother's Day!   Jenn Hildreth is an Emmy Award-winning sports broadcaster with more than two decades of experience as a play-by-play commentator, studio host and reporter. A year-round play-by-play for ESPN and ACC Network, Hildreth regularly calls the NCAA Women's College Cup, women's basketball and softball properties across ESPN platforms. Hildreth has called FIFA Women's World Cup matches across multiple editions of the tournament for FOX Sports since 2015 and calls PxP for MLS on AppleTV. Among the more active national network commentators in women's soccer, Hildreth's résumé includes the college, professional and international levels of the sport, including the NWSL. Her international soccer work includes NBC Sports' coverage of the 2020 and 2024 Olympic Games (both men's and women's), ESPN's coverage of UEFA Women's Euro 2022, the U.S. Women's National Team and the Women's International Champions Cup. Additionally, she has called MLS for FOX Sports and men's college soccer for ESPN. Beyond soccer, Hildreth's experience includes play-by-play duties for college basketball, softball and gymnastics as well as studio hosting and sideline reporting for NBA, MLB and college football. She also has appeared on SEC Network, the Big Ten Network, Turner Sports, FOX Sports South and Raycom Sports (syndication). Hildreth attended Emory University, where she played goalkeeper on their soccer team and was a three-sport athlete, lettering in soccer, basketball and track & field. She resides in the Atlanta area with her husband and two daughters. Aimee Leone is the Senior Vice President of Talent Relations at FOX Sports, where she leads a dynamic team focused on managing and developing on-air talent across all platforms, while providing strategic support for broadcast programming. With over two decades of experience in the sports media industry, Aimee's career has spanned leadership roles at some of the biggest names in television. Before joining FOX Sports, she served as Vice President of the Broadcasting and Speakers Divisions at WME/IMG, where she led talent representation and played an integral role in the company's transition following the WME-IMG merger. Prior to that, Aimee spent 17 years at NBC, working closely with legendary NBC Sports Chairman Dick Ebersol. There, she helped drive the network's evolution into a 24/7 sports powerhouse with the launch of NBCSN and earned four Emmy Awards for her work on Olympic coverage. Aimee is also deeply committed to mentorship and service. She has been involved with the Women's Sports Foundation, the March of Dimes New York Division, Women of FOX Sports, and serves as a mentor through FOX's partnership with American Corporate Partners. A proud graduate of the University of Maryland with a degree in Broadcasting and a minor in Journalism, Aimee is a native New Yorker who now resides in Los Angeles with her family. Her story is featured in Tough as a Mother, the newly released anthology that explores the powerful intersection of motherhood and elite careers in sports and media. How to contact Jenn and Aimee:   Tough As A Mother on Instagram   Aimee Leone on Instagram   Jenn Hildreth on Instagram   How to contact Dr. Bob: Dr. Bob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChztMVtPCLJkiXvv7H5tpDQ Dr. Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drroberthamilton/ Dr. Bob on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bob.hamilton.1656 Dr. Bob's Seven Secrets Of The Newborn website: https://7secretsofthenewborn.com/ Dr. Bob's website: https://roberthamiltonmd.com/ Pacific Ocean Pediatrics: http://www.pacificoceanpediatrics.com/

Bryce interviews former Duke and NBA basketball player Mike Gminski. Mike played for four years at Duke (1976-1980) and was named the ACC Rookie of the Year and ACC Player of the Year. When he left Duke, he was the career leader in points, rebounds, and blocked shots, and his number "43" is retired. He was drafted in the first round of the 1980 NBA draft, 7th overall, by the New Jersey Nets, and throughout his 14-year NBA career also played for the 76ers, Hornets, and Bucks. After playing basketball, Mike has been a long-time analyst for the Hornets, CBS Sports, Raycom Sports, and Fox Sports Net and was a regular contributor to WFNZ. He's joining us today to share about his journey with alcohol and now sobriety and how Jesus has changed his life. He is currently a Peer Recovery Coach at Sana Recovery.3:00 Intro 3:50 Mike Gminski4:00 Thoughts on JJ Redick to the Lakers 6:10 Duke basketball 8:13 Charles Barkley story10:18 Duke basketball group chat 11:05 Broadcasting career 13:15 Relationship with Drinking 16:28 Introduction to faith 18:00 Financial issues 21:40 Drinking problem begins23:06 First divorce 23:35 Tough marriage advice 24:34 2nd marriage's health problems 30:00 Appropriate time to grieve 31:43 Duke teammates' intervention34:42 Vodka 36:50 Functional alcoholic 37:31 Covid 39:00 Mike's son 43:00 Rehab 45:25 Continued walk with Christ 53:00 Beating alcohol addiction57:54 Advice for addicts 1:01:05 Mike's life now1:05:12 Outro Bring meaning and purpose to your Fantasy season by signing up for Fantasy Football Fellowship.Check out our newly-released book, The Sports Devotional Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: HEREBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: HERESearch for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legal battles between Florida State and the ACC are unfolding in courts, with the Florida State University Board of Trustees suing the Atlantic Coast Conference, and vice versa. This serves as a central hub for the latest developments in FSU's case, filed in Leon County, and the ACC's case, filed in Mecklenburg County, N.C., as the Seminoles explore the possibility of leaving the conference, potentially sparking further conference realignment.As of February 16, 2024, the ACC has petitioned a Leon County judge to dismiss Florida State's lawsuit, arguing that Florida is not the appropriate jurisdiction for the dispute, favoring North Carolina, the ACC's home state.The ACC's filing contends, "Florida State alleges no facts in support of its bare-bones venue allegation."On February 9, 2024, the first formal court hearing was scheduled for March 22 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, focusing on the ACC's lawsuit. Judge Louis A. Bledsoe III ordered the hearing to address the ACC's motion to seal portions of the case concerning confidential details, such as ESPN contract information, along with FSU's motion to dismiss the case.On February 7, 2024, Florida State filed a motion in a North Carolina court to dismiss the ACC's complaint against them. FSU argued that the ACC filed its lawsuit preemptively, before any dispute arose, and without proper support from member schools. Additionally, FSU contended that the case should be heard in Leon County, rather than Charlotte.On January 30, 2024, FSU filed an amended complaint in Leon County, accusing the ACC of "self-dealing," particularly highlighting former ACC commissioner John Swofford's actions regarding TV deals involving Raycom Sports, where his son worked. The complaint also criticized the ACC's decision to accept SMU, Cal, and Stanford, citing lower TV viewership compared to FSU.On January 17, 2024, the ACC filed an updated 191-page complaint against FSU, prompting further analysis of the case.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE when you register.LinkedInThese days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That's why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you'll getONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legal battles between Florida State and the ACC are unfolding in courts, with the Florida State University Board of Trustees suing the Atlantic Coast Conference, and vice versa. This serves as a central hub for the latest developments in FSU's case, filed in Leon County, and the ACC's case, filed in Mecklenburg County, N.C., as the Seminoles explore the possibility of leaving the conference, potentially sparking further conference realignment. As of February 16, 2024, the ACC has petitioned a Leon County judge to dismiss Florida State's lawsuit, arguing that Florida is not the appropriate jurisdiction for the dispute, favoring North Carolina, the ACC's home state. The ACC's filing contends, "Florida State alleges no facts in support of its bare-bones venue allegation." On February 9, 2024, the first formal court hearing was scheduled for March 22 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, focusing on the ACC's lawsuit. Judge Louis A. Bledsoe III ordered the hearing to address the ACC's motion to seal portions of the case concerning confidential details, such as ESPN contract information, along with FSU's motion to dismiss the case. On February 7, 2024, Florida State filed a motion in a North Carolina court to dismiss the ACC's complaint against them. FSU argued that the ACC filed its lawsuit preemptively, before any dispute arose, and without proper support from member schools. Additionally, FSU contended that the case should be heard in Leon County, rather than Charlotte. On January 30, 2024, FSU filed an amended complaint in Leon County, accusing the ACC of "self-dealing," particularly highlighting former ACC commissioner John Swofford's actions regarding TV deals involving Raycom Sports, where his son worked. The complaint also criticized the ACC's decision to accept SMU, Cal, and Stanford, citing lower TV viewership compared to FSU. On January 17, 2024, the ACC filed an updated 191-page complaint against FSU, prompting further analysis of the case. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE when you register. LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That's why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you'll getONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We adjust our TV antenna rabbit ears back to the late 1970s for the origin story of one of the most influential firms in modern-day sports media - with Rick and Dee Ray, the founders of televised college sports juggernaut Raycom Sports. In their new George Hirthler-penned memoir "Unstoppable: A Story of Love, Faith and the Power Couple Who Ignited the College Sports Broadcasting Boom," the Rays rewind the videotape to a time when a new technology called "cable" was still in its infancy, and the American television landscape was largely defined by a web of powerful broadcast network-affiliated stations - save for a handful of scrappy alternative "independent" signals in each market. While pro sports filled plenty of prime/weekend network TV windows, and individual teams provided a steady slate of in-season games to local indie station audiences - regularly scheduled D-I college sports was virtually non-existent outside of limited national broadcasts featuring only big-name schools.  It was against this backdrop that an entrepreneurially minded local station programmer and a never-say-no ad executive saw an opening for regularly scheduled regional broadcasts of Atlantic Coast Conference basketball that not only delighted rabid fans throughout the Southeast, but also laid the groundwork for a sports syndication force that would eventually rewrite the rules for college sports media - and beyond. + + +    SPONSOR THANKS: Old School Shirts (promo code: GOODSEATS):  https://oldschoolshirts.com/goodseats   BUY/READ EARLY & OFTEN:  "Unstoppable: A Story of Love, Faith and the Power Couple Who Ignited the College Sports Broadcasting Boom" (2023)   FIND & FOLLOW: Website: https://goodseatsstillavailable.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodSeatsStill Instagram (+ Threads): https://www.instagram.com/goodseatsstillavailable/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodSeatsStillAvailable/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodseatsstillavailable

ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips used to be the AD at Northwestern. He was recently named as a defendant in lawsuits made by former Northwestern players. This comes on the heels of former Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald's dismissal. Will Phillips answer any questions at ACC Kickoff? What does the CW Network x ACC x Raycom Sports partnership really mean for the conference?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips used to be the AD at Northwestern. He was recently named as a defendant in lawsuits made by former Northwestern players. This comes on the heels of former Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald's dismissal. Will Phillips answer any questions at ACC Kickoff? What does the CW Network x ACC x Raycom Sports partnership really mean for the conference? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply. eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Kentucky swept their way through GLOBL Jam in Canada behind a masterful performance from Antonio Reeves in the Tournament. It's a good thing the Cats landed West Virginia transfer Tre Mitchell or the frontcourt situation could have been dicey, minus Onyenso and Bradshaw. Was Coach Cal sandbagging when he wondered aloud about Kentucky winning any games?The ACC and CW Network have entered into a broadcast agreement in which the network will broadcast 50 games each of the next four academic years with Raycom Sports producing the events. Is this a good move for the ACC? What will the product look like?Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Kentucky swept their way through GLOBL Jam in Canada behind a masterful performance from Antonio Reeves in the Tournament. It's a good thing the Cats landed West Virginia transfer Tre Mitchell or the frontcourt situation could have been dicey, minus Onyenso and Bradshaw. Was Coach Cal sandbagging when he wondered aloud about Kentucky winning any games? The ACC and CW Network have entered into a broadcast agreement in which the network will broadcast 50 games each of the next four academic years with Raycom Sports producing the events. Is this a good move for the ACC? What will the product look like? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The CW Network has recently announced its acquisition of exclusive broadcasting rights for 50 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) college football and basketball games per season until 2026-27. Starting on Saturday, September 9, The CW will kick off its ACC football coverage with an exciting matchup between the Pitt Panthers and non-conference opponent Cincinnati Bearcats. Viewers can expect to catch these games every Saturday, both in the afternoon and in primetime, throughout the season. Additionally, The CW will showcase 28 men's basketball games and nine women's basketball games. These games will be featured in December, January, and February, with men's basketball doubleheaders scheduled for every Saturday afternoon and women's basketball games on Sunday afternoons. Raycom Sports will handle the production of all games for The CW. ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips, Ph.D., expressed enthusiasm about the addition of The CW to their weekly television lineup for ACC football and basketball games, emphasizing the direct benefits it will bring to student-athletes, teams, alumni, and fans. Phillips thanked ESPN, Raycom, and The CW for collaborating and looked forward to the partnership with The CW. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE or enter promo code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for a free Yeti style tumbler with your order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CW Network has recently announced its acquisition of exclusive broadcasting rights for 50 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) college football and basketball games per season until 2026-27. Starting on Saturday, September 9, The CW will kick off its ACC football coverage with an exciting matchup between the Pitt Panthers and non-conference opponent Cincinnati Bearcats. Viewers can expect to catch these games every Saturday, both in the afternoon and in primetime, throughout the season. Additionally, The CW will showcase 28 men's basketball games and nine women's basketball games. These games will be featured in December, January, and February, with men's basketball doubleheaders scheduled for every Saturday afternoon and women's basketball games on Sunday afternoons. Raycom Sports will handle the production of all games for The CW.ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips, Ph.D., expressed enthusiasm about the addition of The CW to their weekly television lineup for ACC football and basketball games, emphasizing the direct benefits it will bring to student-athletes, teams, alumni, and fans. Phillips thanked ESPN, Raycom, and The CW for collaborating and looked forward to the partnership with The CW.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!birddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE or enter promo code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for a free Yeti style tumbler with your order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Werme is one of the most versatile sports broadcasters you’ll ever find. From local news to golf on the radio, the biggest games in the ACC and even some acting, Tom’s voice has become well known across the industry. Tom sat down with us to chat making the career jump from local news to play by play, calling the PGA tour on the radio, how he ended up as the voice of Syracuse’s team stream at the final four in 2016 and much more. You can follow Tom on twitter, @twerme and on Instagram, @tomwerme --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Rich Waltz provides play-by-play for CBS Sports Network, Turner Sports, MLB Network, and FS1. A three time Emmy winner, Waltz is known for calling television broadcasts for the Miami Marlins of Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2017. In addition to his various baseball assignments, Waltz covered college football and contributed to numerous sports on ESPN including NCAA Basketball, Arena Football, NCAA College Softball World Series, Little League World Series Regional Finals and Major League Soccer. He has also served as play-by-play announcer for Tennis Channel, Raycom Sports, Pac-12 Networks and FOX Sports 1. Waltz is a graduate of the University of California, Davis, where he played college baseball. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @BroadcasterHour plus @Roger_Hoover and @CrooksPBP.

Ray Warren is President of Telemundo Deportes. In this role, Warren oversees NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises' growing sports business and leads its strategy across all its platforms and networks. He is responsible for developing opportunities for both existing franchises and future acquisitions with a keen focus on the FIFA World Cup properties. Warren joined NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises from NBC Sports, where he was Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer of NBC Sports Regional Networks. His over thirty-year career spans several senior-level positions at leading advertising and media companies, including serving as President of Carat Media Group Americas, Managing Director of OMD USA, and President and CEO of Raycom Sports. He also held several senior sales positions at ABC Television Network. Warren serves on the board of Citizens through Sports Alliance, the York College Foundation, and the York College School of Journalism. He received his bachelor's degree in communications from York College of The City University of New York.

On today's episode of The Rise, Bridget talks with the Rinkside Reporter and Host for the Vegas Golden Knights, Stormy Buonantony. Before returning to her hometown of Las Vegas, Stormy worked as an in-house reporter and in-stadium emcee for the Carolina Panthers and has covered numerous games on ESPN/SEC Network and Raycom Sports. 

Chelsea Shine Wilson is a College Basketball Analyst for ESPN and Raycom Sports. Chelsea is a former UVa Women’s basketball star and played under both Debbie Ryan and Joanne Boyle. She graduated from UVa with a degree in Sociology but it was an internship at Newsradio WINA that piqued her interest with sports radio and broadcasting. In 2013 Chelsea began her work as a color commentator for ACC Women’s Basketball as well as working for the Virginia Athletics Foundation.  Chelsea met and married former UVa baseball player Tyler Wilson and this is where her story gets really interesting. Tyler continued his baseball career from college as he was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles, he played in the Minors until he got the call to make his major league debut with the Orioles.  While Chelsea supported and cheered on her husband she continued to pursue her broadcasting dreams and aspirations. In 2018 Tyler signed with the Twins of the Korea Baseball Organization and Chelsea also found out she was pregnant- with TWINS!  In that first season abroad Chelsea gave birth to her twin boys in South Korea. This is what is so remarkable, to me, Chelsea has continued her work in Broadcasting as an Analyst for ESPN, splitting her seasons with Tyler while they both dedicate themselves to raising their boys in a very non-traditional set up.  Ultimately it is their amazing relationship of support and team work that speaks so loudly of their character and of their faith. I am thrilled to be able to discuss this fantastic journey Chelsea has set out on because I know this phenomenal woman is destined for big things in life! 

Tim on the end of Raycom Sports, the Big East Teams in Hartford (Nova' and Marquette) as March Madness is here !

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Ben Mathis-Lilley talk about the field for this year’s NCAA tournament and Zion Williamson’s return to the court. They also discuss the college admissions scandal and the Giants’ move to trade Odell Beckham Jr. to the Browns. March Madness (1:55): Did the selection committee get it right? Will Zion dominate the tournament? Should you root for LSU or Yale? College admissions scandal (22:00): The best tidbits from Operation Varsity Blues. Plus: Is the bribery at issue here a massive problem or a minor issue? Odell Beckham Jr. (39:50): Why the Giants traded their best player. (Spoiler alert: It makes no sense.) Afterballs(54:48): Ben on Terance Mann and Sam Malone, Josh on Raycom Sports. This episode is brought to you by Capterra. Try it today, for free, at Capterra.com/HANGUP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Ben Mathis-Lilley talk about the field for this year’s NCAA tournament and Zion Williamson’s return to the court. They also discuss the college admissions scandal and the Giants’ move to trade Odell Beckham Jr. to the Browns. March Madness (1:55): Did the selection committee get it right? Will Zion dominate the tournament? Should you root for LSU or Yale? College admissions scandal (22:00): The best tidbits from Operation Varsity Blues. Plus: Is the bribery at issue here a massive problem or a minor issue? Odell Beckham Jr. (39:50): Why the Giants traded their best player. (Spoiler alert: It makes no sense.) Afterballs(54:48): Ben on Terance Mann and Sam Malone, Josh on Raycom Sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new scandal has rocked the world of college athletics and academics. What major stars are tied up in it? Plus, Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss the end of an era with Raycom Sports.

A new scandal has hit the world of college athletics and academics, and there are some major stars involved. Plus, head coach of the SoCon championship winning Wofford Terriers, Mike Young, joins SC Sports. And, Mark Packer from ESPNU radio gives his thoughts on Raycom Sports and the chances for the Tigers in the ACC Tournament.

A new scandal has rocked the world of college athletics and academics. What major stars are tied up in it? Plus, Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss the end of an era with Raycom Sports.

Tim Brando will be on the call with Mike Gminski for Raycom Sports, as this will be the last time the syndicated network broadcasts a Duke-UNC game before passing the baton to ESPN's ACC Network. He joins us to describe the historic run of Raycom and Blue Devils vs. Tar Heels.

Matt discusses Syracuse's matchup with 22nd ranked Florida State, Paulie and him get stuck down a wormhole of athlete dog names, Tom Werme off Raycom Sports who is on the call for the game joins the show, and "Do We Care?"

Tom Werme does a lot of different things in this industry but most recently and notably he's called the last two Final Fours for Turner Sports' Team Stream.  He called the 2016 Tournament for his alma mater, Syrcuse, and for Duke in 2015.  But that's just the start of it.  Tom also does work with the ACC and Raycom Sports, the Big Ten Network, PGA Network Radio and more. Tom is on twitter @TWerme for listeners that want to interact with him. Joel also touches on a few other topics in the open this week including his hearing ESPN's John Anderson speak on Thursday night.

Lori Brantley '02, event planning and operations manager for Raycom Sports. Originally aired May 5, 2007.