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Feel Good Friday: Texas Fan Fest Preview, Cowboys Draft Buzz, NBA Playoffs Set, Near No-Hitter Drama & Trout Shine in NYC
Thirsty Thursday: Texas Football Media Day Reactions, Warriors & 76ers Advance, NCAA 5-Year Rule Explained
Today is “Thirsty Thursday,” Mark Henry is out, so Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 is pinch-hitting for “The World’s Strongest Man.” Texas Longhorns’ football players met with the media yesterday, we hear what they had to say. The Golden State Warriors and the Philadelphia 76ers won their NBA Play-In Games. The NCAA has a new 5-year play rule, and we discuss what it means and the details. The LIV Gold may be held at the end of the year, as the Saudi Kingdom is backing away from promoting it. What does that mean for the PGA? We hear from “Eric Henry’s Notebook” and a “Hardge Knock Life!” Plus, a conversation with Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle to talk about last weekend’s series against Texas A&M and the upcoming series against the Alabama Crimson Tide. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Jim Schlossnagle Breaks Down Texas A&M Series, Pitching Decisions & Alabama Preview
We have a conversation with Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle to talk about last weekend’s series against Texas A&M and the upcoming series against the Alabama Crimson Tide. Coach Schlossnagle gave his takeaways from last week’s series. He explains that when a coach feels it’s necessary to pull a pitcher when they’re not throwing strikes. Coach tells us how much he assesses pitching after a tough performance. He explains the coaching moves he’s made recently to the lineup, which have led hitters to step up and take advantage of the opportunity. Schlossagle explained why he’s changing the order of the pitching rotation for the upcoming weekend. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Humpday Wednesday: Sark’s Spring Takeaways, Hornets-Heat Play-In Drama & Jackie Robinson Day Reflections
Today is "Humpday Wednesday." Texas Longhorns' Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian spoke with the media yesterday and shared his impressions of the team during spring practice. The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Miami Heat 127-126 in the play-in game last night, but it was without controversy. The Longhorns' baseball team defeated the Texas A&M Corpus Cristi Islanders 14-7. The Athletic NFL Insider Diana Russini resigned from the publication after photos were released exposing a scandal involving her and New England Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel. We talked about Jackie Robinson on "Jackie Robinson Day." Charles Barkley gives us another audio gem. "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, we have Danny Davis from the Austin American-Statesman talking about the Longhorns football team's spring practice, Rori Harmon's chances in the WNBA, and Jackie Robinson Day. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
Turn the Page Tuesday: Longhorns Spring Practice, WNBA Draft Recap, NBA Playoffs Begin & NFL Draft Buzz
Today is "Turn the page Tuesday," the Texas Longhorns football team is back on the field for Spring Practice. We hear from Will Muschamp on the importance of first impressions. We dive into Cooper Manning's relationship with Archie and his uncles. The WNBA Draft was last night. Connecticut Huskies Azzi Fudd went first overall to the Dallas Wings. Longhorns Guard Rori Harmon went 34th overall, fourth in the third round, to the Washington Mystics. We are closer to the NFL Draft, with both the Dallas Cowboys and the Houston Texans possibly making draft-day moves. The NBA playoffs start tonight we will talk about some of the matchups. The Houston Rockets play the Los Angeles Lakers we talk about the importance for each team in the series. "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, a conversation with Joe Cook of Inside Texas talking about the Longhorns' spring practice. We also have "Voice of the Houston Texans" Marc Vandermeer talking about the Texans' NFL Draft. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
Longhorns’ Monday: Texas Longhorns Football Update, Transfer Portal Moves & Rory McIlroy Goes Back-to-Back at The Masters
Today is “Longhorns’ Monday,” and we hear more from Texas Longhorns’ Defensive Coordinator Will Muschamp. Longhorns’ men’s basketball gains in the transfer portal while the women lose a key talent. Rory McIlroy won back-to-back Masters. Longhorns’ softball walks off to save from a sweep against the Oklahoma Sooners. Texas baseball struggles against the Texas A&M Aggies. NBA Playoffs tip off this week. Nikola Jokic deserves his MVP flowers. Victor Wembanyama is becoming the face of the league. The WNBA Draft is tonight. A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, we have Zack Symm of OrangeBloods.com to talk Texas baseball. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Feel Good Friday: Muschamp Sets Defensive Tone, Longhorns Hit Portal, Embiid’s Bad Luck & Cowboys Talk
Today is "Feel Good Friday." Texas Longhorns football Defensive Coordinator Will Muschamp talked to the media about the team's defense and his expectations. The Longhorns' men's basketball team is losing players to the transfer portal. The Longhorns' softball team is continuing its path to success. How unlucky is Joel Embiid? A "Hardge Knocks Life" and "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, we're talking with KVUE's Anne-Parker Coleman about the Texas Baseball weekend trip to College Station and basketball's transfer portal news. We also have Clarence Hill of All City DLLS discussing the latest Dallas Cowboys news. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
Thirsty Throwback Thursday: Texas WBB Transfer Portal Loss, Sarkisian Spring Update & Masters Picks
Today is "Thirsty Throwback Thursday," the Texas Longhorns women's basketball team loses another player in the transfer portal. We have more from football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian from spring practice. The Masters starts today, and we talk about odds and pick favorites to win the event. We discussed the NBA's 65-game rule for player awards. Plus, we have Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 talking about the latest from Texas football spring practice and his thoughts on Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle's return to Blue Bell Park in College Station. Also, we have Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle talk Texas Baseball as they get ready to make his return to Texas A&M. For "Legends of the Locker Room," we have legendary Fab Five member Ray Jackson talking college basketball. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
Jim Schlossnagle Previews Texas vs Texas A&M, Talks South Carolina Series & Player Updates
We have Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle to talk Texas Baseball as they get ready to make his return to Texas A&M. He talked about last weekend's series against the South Carolina Gamecocks. Coach explains what he says to a pitcher when the pitcher is struggling. Schlossnagle talked about Catcher Carson Tinney's latest surge, hitting the ball. He talked about Casey Borba returning to shortstop lately and how he's adjusting. Coach explains how baseball players figure out ways to play during the offseason. Coach gave an update on infielder Adrian Rodriguez's recovery from a hand injury and his impact on the team. He talked about his return to College Station against the Aggies and explained the message he gave his team going into the series. Schlossnagle talked about the rivalry between the two schools. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
“Legends of the Locker Room” Fab Five Member and LBJ High School star Ray Jackson
We have legendary Fab Five member Ray Jackson talking college basketball. Jackson talked about Michigan winning the National Championship this year. He talked about the energy of getting back together for members of his team from 35 years ago. He talked about celebrating the current team's success. Jackson talked about the controversy created by comparing the team to his former team. Jackson discussed his foundation, "Rise Up," and its impact on the community. He talked about Head Coach Dusty May and the support he received. He talked about how May built the roster for success. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"