The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry

Wake up with Mike Hardge & Mark Henry on The Morning Kick-Off, weekdays from 7-9am.Full Bio

Feel Good Friday: Longhorns Hoops Rising, Rodgers Returns & NBA Playoff Shakeups

Texas Longhorns Golf Coach John Fields Interview, UT Golf Culture, Top Players & Future Stars

We have Texas Longhorns Golf Head Coach John Fields on the show to talk Texas golf. Coach talks about the school’s culture and history. He talked about the stars he’s coached at UT. Fields explains who’s the next big thing in golf. Coach Fields discussed what he looks for in the athletes he recruits. Fields explain how Texas is hosting the College National Championship Tournament, but it’s in Carlsbad, California. The coach elaborated on the relationship with Chris Del Conte, the coaches across the Texas athletic department.  You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Jim Schlossnagle Talks Mississippi State Recap, UTSA Win, Tennessee Preview & ABS System

We have Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle to recap last weekend’s series with Mississippi State, the midweek game with UTSA, and the upcoming series in Knoxville against the Tennessee Volunteers. We get his thoughts on the SEC Tournament having the Automatic Balls and Strikes system. Coach explains the decision-making process for protesting a call in the system. Schlossnagle explains how he keeps his players focused on games with slow or rough starts. Coach shares his thoughts on revenge situation games. Coach gave an update on the status of Outfielder Anthony Pack Jr.

Legends of the Locker Room: Derrick Johnson on Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame Honor, Texas LBs & Defend the Dream Foundation

For “Legends of the Locker Room,” we have Lifetime Longhorn Football’s Derrick Johnson. Johnson gave us a reaction to being elected to the Kansas City Chiefs’ Hall of Fame. DJ talked about the Chiefs organization and what the city meant to him. He reflected on his career and the path of success as a Chief. Johnson talked about what he saw working with the Texas linebackers and what stood out. DJ explained what transfer Linebacker Markus Boswell brings to the team. He informed us about what’s going on with “Defend the Dream Foundation” and explained how it's grown and what impact it has had over time.

Thirsty Thursday: Texas Longhorns Updates, Jordan Shipley Recovery Story, New York Knicks Win & Ted Turner Tribute

Today is “Thirsty Thursday,” we get the story and update from Lifetime Longhorn Jordan Shipley as he talks to “The Stampede” about the accident that led to him being hospitalized months ago. The New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 108-102, with Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, and OG Anunoby all having 20 points or more. The San Antonio Spurs conquered the Minnesota Timberwolves with seven Spurs with double-digit points. We say goodbye to the Legendary Media Mogul, Ted Turner. Has Draymond Green's disrespect gone too far? The Texas Longhorns softball team is getting ready for the SEC Tournament. Plus, plenty of guests, starting with Eric Henry of Horns 24/7, to talk Texas Basketball recruiting and the transfer portal, and Texas football’s spring practice. Next, we have Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle to recap last weekend’s series with Mississippi State, the midweek game with UTSA, and the upcoming series in Knoxville against the Tennessee Volunteers. For “Legends of the Locker Room,” we have Lifetime Longhorn Football’s Derrick Johnson talk about going into the Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame, Texas football, and his “Defend the Dream Foundation.” You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Humpday Wednesday: Texas Longhorns Face Brutal Schedule, Big 10 Rising & NBA Playoff Reactions

Today is “Humpday Wednesday.” The Texas Longhorns football team's schedule is one of the toughest in college football. The Big 10 is separating itself from the rest in college football. In the NBA Playoffs, the Detroit Pistons took it to the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101, and the Oklahoma City Thunder handled the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90. The Longhorns baseball team defeated the UTSA Roadrunners 11-8 in a mid-week game. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, we have Danny Davis of the Austin American-Statesman to talk Texas football, Rori Harmon of Washington Mystic, and Texas baseball.  We also have Hall of Famer and Austin Gamblers coach Michael G-Man Gaffney joining us to talk about the team and the Professional Bull Riders league.  You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Taco Tuesday on Cinco de Mayo: Longhorns Hype, Knicks Dominate, Spurs Fall Short & Jaylen Brown

Today is “Taco Tuesday,” and happy “Cinco De Mayo.” Texas Longhorns football continues to get preseason hype. The San Antonio Spurs lost a close one to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The New York Knicks took it to the Philadelphia 76ers due to Jalen Brunson and bully ball. Jaylen Brown needs to stop livestreaming after being critical of NBA officiating; expect a heavy fine. The Longhorns baseball team is getting ready to play a midweek game against the UTSA Roadrunners after taking two of three against Mississippi State. The SEC will use the ABS System for the SEC Tournament. The Dallas Cowboys have huge expectations. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, Joe Cook of Inside Texas joins the show to talk Texas football and basketball.  You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Longhorn Monday: Texas Football Adds Explosive RB, NBA Playoff Eliminations & Kentucky Derby Shocker

Today is “Longhorn Monday,” the Texas Longhorns football team lands another explosive athlete to its depth chart, gaining another running back to its backfield with another recruiting commitment.  We had a plethora of games in the NBA Playoffs over the weekend, and who fell and who moved on. The Major League Baseball Automatic Balls and Strikes System has been a benefit to the game. Texas Baseball and Softball have had an up-and-down weekend as we get close to the end of the season. The Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans are impressed with some of their draft selections. We have some WNBA preseason talk. The Kentucky Derby had an historic winner. “The World’s Strongest take!” Plus, Zach Symm of Orangebloods.com joined the show to talk Texas baseball. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Bill Bellamy Live in Studio, Stand-Up Comedy, Stories & Cap City Comedy Club Weekend Shows

Comedian Bill Bellemy is live in the studio; he gives us laughs, tells stories, and promotes this weekend’s stand-up shows at Cap City Comedian Club. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Feel Good Friday: Knicks & 76ers Dominate, Timberwolves Advance, Arch Manning Hype + Bill Bellamy Live in Studio

Today is “Feel Good Friday.” The NBA Playoffs have a couple of eliminations, with the New York Knicks obliterating the Atlanta Hawks 140-89, and the Philadelphia 76ers surviving the Boston Celtics 160-93. The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated the Denver Nuggets 110-98. Arch Manning hype is real, and we talk about why. The Dallas Cowboys are getting the hype train running. Plus, Comedian Bill Bellemy is live in the studio; he gives us laughs, tells stories, and promotes this weekend’s stand-up shows at Cap City Comedian Club. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”