Best Phoenix Rising FC Podcasts (2025)

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The Group Chat: Cardinals' First Loss, ASU Wins, D-Backs Still In It, Mercury Conference Finals 40:51

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22h ago40:51

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The Group discusses the tough loss suffered by the Cardinals against the 49ers, ASU's gritty road win at Baylor, Snakes Alive in the last week of the season and the Mercury Conference Finals.

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The Group Chat: Cardinals Move to 2-0, ASU Wins at Home, D-Backs Playoff Chase, Mercury Lose Game 1 44:28

8d ago44:28

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The gang discusses a big week weekend in the valley of the sports as the Cardinals hang on to beat Carolina, ASU's win over Texas State, the D-Backs giving fans hope, and the Mercury tough Game 1 loss.

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An Unlikely Story: Matt Prater Practicing in AZ with Specialists and Wins SNF for Bills 11:30

14d ago11:30

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Adam Higuera, Matt Prater's long snapper while practicing in Arizona at Perry High School. Adam works out with potential NFL specialists in Arizona while waiting for a call to the league. His training partner hit the game winning in Buffalo on Sunday Night Football in Week 1. An inspiriational story of holding on to your hopes and dreams.…

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The Group Chat: Cardinals Win, ASU Loses, D-Backs Still In It? Mercury Wrapping Up Season 40:09

15d ago40:09

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The Group Chat discusses the Cardinals win in the Bayou, the Sun Devils tough loss in StarkVegas, The D-Backs still fighting and the Mercury finishing up the season this week.

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42: Strength & Conditioning, Shori Sasaki - From Japan to La Liga’s Rayo Vallecano: Immersion in Spanish Culture and the Soccer World 37:23

15d ago37:23

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**Sit-down interview in Spain** This episode features Shori Sasaki, a strength and conditioning coach for La Liga’s Rayo Vallecano 2 in Madrid. He shares his bold journey from Japan to Madrid, strategic process to learn Spanish and immerse himself in the soccer world to earn an opportunity with a La Liga club. He earned his Bachelor's degree at Ore…

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A View From the Cardinals Broadcast Booth 16:41

19d ago16:41

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2025 will be a season of change inside the Cardinals radio broadcast booth. Long time analyst, and former Cardinals fullback, Ron Wolfley has stepped away from the role with former Cardinals Center A.Q. Shipley taking over. AZ Family had a chance to sit down with the two Cardinals broadcasters as they met up in the broadcast booth for the first tim…

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Marvin Harrison Jr. Prepares for Year 2 with the Cardinals 7:32

22d ago7:32

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Marvin Harrison Jr.'s rookie number were better than Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald. But can MHJ reach Larry's status as face of the franchise? He's put on 20 pounds over the offseason to be more physical, and he sits down to chat with Mark McClune.

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A Conversation with QB1 11:02

21d ago11:02

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As he enters his seventh season in the NFL, Cardinals' quarterback Kyler Murray knows the stakes for the 2025 season. He also know to achieve his goals, and that he has to go one play at a time. K1 goes 1-on-1 with Mark McClune.

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A Conversation with Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon 9:56

22d ago9:56

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Heading into his third year, Jonathan Gannon has his most talented team yet in Arizona. What’s it going to take to make 2025 a successful season? Gannon strongly believes in a day-by-day approach and sat down to chat with Mark McClune during training camp.

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The Group Chat: Week 1 Preps for Cards, ASU Recap of 1st Game, Mercury Winning 40:53

22d ago40:53

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The Group discusses Week 1 for the Cardinals in NOLA and team captains, ASU's win over NAU and looking ahead to Miss St, the Mercury keep winning, and what the D-Backs should do at 3B

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What to Make of the Cardinals Cuts? 17:28

29d ago17:28

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The Cardinals have made some tough decisions as they trim the roster to 53 players for the opener on September 7th in New Orleans. Cardinals writer/reporter Zach Gershman joins “The Extra Point” on AZ Family to break down the details.

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The Group Chat: Cardinals Win, ASU Season Begins, Mercury Fights For Positioning 40:53

29d ago40:53

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The Group discusses the Cardinals preseason win and cut down day. They talk ASU Season Opener and Mercury success and the Dbacks figthing for their lives.

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The Fantasy Footballers guide to the draft 24:30

1M ago24:30

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A Scottsdale trio have become some of the most powerful voices in Fantasy Football. Longtime friends Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright started a podcast in 2014 and have grown it into one of the most popular shows in the world. Their show airs on SiriusXM ch 87 and “The Fantasy Footballers” joined Mark McClune to preview the NFL season an…

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Arizona Athletic Director’s Plan for the Future 12:48

1M ago12:48

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As we prepare for the kickoff to college sports in 2025, Arizona Athletic Director Desiree Reed-Francois stops by Arizona’s Family to share her vision for the future. Reed-Francois is preparing for her second full sports calendar year in Tucson and discusses expectations for Wildcats Athletics and the road to get back to her alma mater.…

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The Group Chat: Cardinals Struggle in Denver, Marte Drama for D-Backs, Mercury Fighting for Positioning 40:37

1M ago40:37

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We look at the Cardinals in Denver and look ahead to the last preseason game. We cover the D-Backs and the drama around Ketel Marte and we recap the Mighty Mercury.

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Catching Up With Cardinals TV Analyst Sam Acho 15:07

1M ago15:07

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Sam Acho is back in the nest. The former Cardinals linebacker is calling Cardinals preseason games on AZ Family and joined Mark McClune in Denver to preview the game and the Cardinals season.

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Jim McMahon Kicks Off College Football Season 22:56

1M ago22:56

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The former BYU and Chicago Bears quarterback is the headline speaker at the 2025 Fiesta Bowl Foundation Kickoff Luncheon. McMahon joined “The Extra Point” on AZ Family to preview the luncheon and reflect on his legendary career.

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The Group Chat: Cardinals Preseason Opener, ASU Ranked 11th, D-Backs Life After Deadline, Mercury Finishing Strong 52:24

1M ago52:24

52:24

The Extra Point Group Chat: Cardinals, ASU Football, D-Backs and Mercury all discussed, as well as everyone's favotire cities. Speak of the Devils Brad Denny Joins.

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Fantasy Football Scouting Report With ESPN's Field Yates 12:40

2M ago12:40

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How high should you draft your favorite members of the Arizona Cardinals? ESPN’s Field Yates joins “The Extra Point” to discuss as he teams up with Red Barron to play a lucky fan in fantasy football this weekend for $10,000.

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The Group Chat: Cardinals Camp, D-Backs Trade Deadline, ASU Football 48:00

2M ago48:00

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The Extra Point Group Chat discusses Cardinals as they head into their preseason opener, the D-Backs trading away players at the trade deadline, ASU camp opening in Tempe and the Phoenix Mercury coming back home after a long roadtrip.

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The Group Chat: D-Backs Officially Selling, Cardinals Camp Continues, Mercury Win 48:57

2M ago48:57

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In The Group Chat, we discuss the Diamondbacks selling heading into the deadline, the Cardinals overcomming some early injuries at camp and the Mercury with a nice win over the weekend. Also Disney talk, movie talk and pet talk with the crew!

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Getting Ready For Cardinals Camp 24:51

2M ago24:51

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Cardinals writer Darren Urban joins the podcast to discuss the Cardinals opening of training camp.

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The Group Chat: D-Backs open 2nd half strong, Cardinals Camp Preview, Suns Moves, Scottie is Inevitable 49:32

2M ago49:32

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The D-Backs emphatically sweep the Cardinals and have big decisions to make with the trade deadline coming up. The Cardinals open up training camp this week and the group discusses what needs to happen this season to make the playoffs. Bradley Beal is no longer on the Phoenix Suns, what does the team look like without him. Scottie Scheffler wins Th…

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Bradley Beal (finally) bought out by the Phoenix Suns 11:34

2M ago11:34

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It's finally happened. The Bradley Beal era in Phoenix is over, as the Phoenix Suns has bought out his contract. Elliott Polakoff breaks down the move and what comes next with Locked on Suns host Brendon Kleen.

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The Group Chat: D-backs at the Break, Summer Suns, Mercury Rising 45:59

2M ago45:59

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Baseball has reached the All-Star break. Where do the Diamondbacks stand? The sports team assembles to dig into the team's prospects and course heading towards the trade deadline. They also discuss how the Phoenix Suns' prospects are looking in Summer League action, and breakdown the gritty Phoenix Mercury marching up the WNBA standings.…

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The Group Chat: Suns making moves, D-backs diving, & ASU on center stage 53:25

3M ago53:25

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Sports team, assemble! We dive into the Phoenix Suns' offseason moves, the struggling D-backs, the Mercury hitting a rough patch, and catch up with Elliott Polakoff from Big 12 Media Day.

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Beal or No Beal? 16:23

3M ago16:23

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With reports the Phoenix Suns are considering buying out Bradley Beal, Bright Side of the Sun's John Voita III joins Mark McClune to examine the pros and cons of the situation.

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Group Chat: Suns' Draft, Mighty Mercury, & D-backs dipping 44:37

3M ago44:37

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Did the Suns' nail the NBA Draft? Have the Mercury established themselves as title contenders? What's wrong with the Diamondbacks? The Arizona's Family Sports Team assembles to dig into the key stories in Valley sports.

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Nais-Myth? 19:31

3M ago19:31

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Long time Valley resident Scott Flansburg has been on a mission to petition the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame to change the birthplace of basketball to his home town of Herkimer, New York. This summer he will have his case heard by the Hall. Flansburg joined Mark McClune to discuss his journey.

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"There's so much more to come" for the Phoenix Suns 11:12

3M ago11:12

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Flex from Jersey joins the show to break down the Phoenix Suns' draft and forecast the future. The Suns Insider says this is just the beginning of a busy offseason for Phoenix.

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Jalen Williams' path to an NBA championship 16:57

3M ago16:57

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Sam Duane Jr. coached Jalen Williams at Perry High School in Gilbert. He watched a three star recruit turn himself into an NBA All-Star and champion this season in Oklahoma City. Williams coach joins Mark McClune on "The Extra Point" on AZ Family to chronicle Jalen Williams path to an NBA Title.

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The Group Chat: The Kevin Durant trade, red-hot Mercury, D-backs injuries & more 38:58

3M ago38:58

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The Arizona's Family sports team assembles to break down the Phoenix Suns' trade sending Kevin Durant to Houston. They also dive into the scorching Phoenix Mercury and their rise up the WNBA standings, the D-backs' string of injuries, and more.

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Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant, now what? 25:54

3M ago25:54

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The long-awaited trade of Kevin Durant has happened, with the Suns dealing the superstar to the Houston Rockets. What does it mean now and for the future? Mark McClune breaks it down with Espo from PHNX, Brendon Kleen from Locked on Suns, and Suns' color analyst Eddie Johnson.

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The Group Chat: Surging Snakes, KD trade talk, ASU, Mercury & more 51:52

3M ago51:52

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Mark McClune, Matt Hippe, Joe Farris, and Jason Barry dive into the latest in Valley sports, including a look at the D-backs' recent upswing, the latest on Kevin Durant trade rumors, Kenny Dillingham's golden tickets, a strengthening Mercury squad, and much more.

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Getting to know Arizona Cardinals' rookies Will Johnson & Cody Simon 34:15

3M ago34:15

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Former rivals turned teammates! Arizona Cardinals' draft picks Will Johnson (Michigan) and Cody Simon (Ohio State) joined Julia Lopez and Elliott Polakoff in studio to discuss the start of their NFL careers...and play a fun game to see how well they know their new teammate.

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The Group Chat: Are the D-backs buyers or sellers, ASU's Texas flair, & more 37:23

4M ago37:23

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Julia Lopez is joined by Matt Hippe and Brad Denny to break down the latest Diamondbacks' woes, the secret to ASU football's recruiting success in Texas, the Suns' head coaching hire, a historic French Open final, and more.

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Dyana Dawood's journey to Desert Dreams FC and the Iraqi National Team 16:47

4M ago16:47

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Julia Lopez welcomes in Desert Dreams FC midfielder Dyana Dawood to discuss her soccer journey, inlcuding her time at Thunderbird High School. They also discuss her invitation to join the Iraqi national women's team at their training camp.

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Corbin Burnes out for the year. Now what? 16:40

4M ago16:40

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Arizona Diamondbacks' ace Corbin Burnes is our for the 2025 season and will have Tommy John surgery. What now for the Snakes? Julia Lopez breaks it down with Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports.

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Who is Jordan Ott? What to know about the Phoenix Suns' new coach 25:58

4M ago25:58

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The new head coach of the Phoenix Suns is a bit of an unknown. He was on the staffs of former Suns' coach Mike Budenholzer and Suns' legend Steve Nash. Jackson Flickinger from Cleveland's "Fear the Sword," Brendon Kleen from "Locked on Suns," and Espo from PHNX join "The Extra Point" to offer a wide variety of opinions on the 23rd coach in Suns' fr…

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The Suns Next Coach Will Come From Cleveland 26:50

4M ago26:50

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Cleveland Cavaliers' assistants Johnnie Bryant and Jordan Ott are the reported final two candidates in the Suns search for a new head coach. Who are these guys, and what will land one of them the job? Arizona Sports reporter Kellan Olson, and his beautiful basketball brain, join The Extra Point podcast to discuss the state of the Suns and Valley sp…

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The Group Chat: D-backs' dilemmas, Suns' search, Mighty Mercury & more 34:30

4M ago34:30

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The Arizona's Family sports team gathers to discuss the troubles facing the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Phoenix Suns coaching search, the hot start by the Phoenix Mercury, Arizona Cardinals' OTAs, plus NCAA baseball regionals, golf, and what shows they're binging.

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Do the D-backs have a leadership issue? 24:15

4M ago24:15

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The Arizona's Family Sports Team examines the biggest questions for the D-backs going forward after a disappointing start to the season.

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A National Perspective on the D-backs 31:30

4M ago31:30

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Friday night’s game in St. Louis will air on Apple TV. Announcer Rich Waltz joins “The Extra Point" to preview the broadcast and shares his perspective of how the D-backs stack up around Major League Baseball.

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'Catching' up with Miguel Montero 12:54

4M ago12:54

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For eight seasons, Miguel Montero was behind the plate for the Arizona Diamondbacks. He helped lead the Chicago Cubs to the World Series in 2016, and these days is working with D-backs minor leaguers trying to help them on their road to the Big Leagues. Montero joined “The Extra Point” on the road with the Single A Visalia Rawhide in Modesto, Calif…

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The Power of Sports for Amputees 19:36

4M ago19:36

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Film maker Marci Krown of Krown Family Films will premier her film "The Power of Sports for Amputees" at Ability 360 in Phoenix before the Cactus Classic standup amputee basketball game this week. Krown joined Mark McClune on AZ Family's "The Extra Point" to discuss the film.

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Cardinals schedule breakdown 20:35

4M ago20:35

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ESPN's Josh Weinfuss, who covers the Arizona Cardinals, breaks down the recently-released schedule with Nick King and why schedule release day is his favorite day.

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Swing Away SMA 11:52

4M ago11:52

11:52

Madison Wolfe has spent her life defying the odds. Despite baltling SMA, Maddie has learned to live on her own. She's done it with the help of her community in Phoenix. This weekend you can Mark McClune to tell viewers how they can tee it up for a good cause.

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Should Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson be in the Hall of Fame? 17:32

4M ago17:32

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Baseball writer Bob Nightengale joins Mark McCluine to discuss the decision to make Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson elgible for the Hall of Fame and the deal the Arizona Diamondbacks are getting with Corbin Carroll's current contract.

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Do Baseball Managers Matter? 43:39

5M ago43:39

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"Skipper" author Scott Miller talked to some of the biggest names in baseball about the role of a Manager in Major League Baseball. The award winning writer joins "The Extra Point" on AZ Family to discuss how a Manager is more valuabel than ever.

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HBCU recruiting camp for Valley football players 19:41

5M ago19:41

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Valley football mom Britney Buckles, as well as Valley football coach James McKinley, join the show to talk about Arizona’s second annual HBCU Football Camp. The recruiting and training camp for high school upperclassmen and junior college athletes is May 17 at Higley High School, and will feature about a dozen coaches from HBCU programs. More deta…