Best Title Chaser Podcasts (2025)

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Local Roots, National Stage: Coach Kevin Cahill on Lehigh's Title & FCS Playoff Push 32:59

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Send us a text This week on The Rock Pile Podcast, we’re joined by Lehigh Head Football Coach Kevin Cahill for an in-depth conversation following another historic season for Mountain Hawk football. Coach Cahill and I recap the 2025 season, highlighted by back-to-back Patriot League Championships and a strong FCS Playoff run. We discuss several of t…

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Coaching Chaos, Bracket Debates, And Bold Picks 1:06:57

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Send us a text A bruising week for Michigan meets a hard look at the playoff bracket, as we weigh coaching candidates, culture resets, and which matchups really matter. Indiana’s rise, Ohio State’s red zone problem, and Georgia’s dominance set the stakes for a volatile first round. • Sherrone Moore fallout and who knew what when • Why Michigan need…

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College Football Unfiltered 1:17:32

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Send us a text A coaching carousel this wild doesn’t just reshuffle jobs—it rewrites the map. We open with James Franklin landing at Virginia Tech and why that fit screams culture, patience, and regional recruiting leverage, then ask the uncomfortable Penn State questions: expectations, NIL alignment, and how timing without a plan can backfire. Fro…

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Closing the Book: Utica's Season Reflections, Rowan Game & Final Picks 45:27

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Send us a text We look back on an 8-win season, a home ECAC berth, and a narrow loss that sharpened our edge for next year. We share what we learned, who set records, and how the culture turned joy and grit into momentum for 2026. • Rowan bowl game swings and missed chances • Defensive second-half fixes and secondary standouts • Record-setting offe…

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Building Champions: Notre Dame's Repeat Success & Colgate's New Era Under Curt Fitzatrick 51:21

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Send us a text We scan a packed weekend slate, then sit down with Notre Dame coach John Snyder on carrying a target into a new season and Colgate’s Kurt Fitzpatrick on rebuilding through culture, tough schedules, and leadership when injuries hit. Local stories, big lessons, clear takeaways. • Section III football results and standout performances •…

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Utica vs Rowan: Bowl Bound Grit 38:02

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Send us a text A gritty road win in a storm sets up a home ECAC bowl against Rowan, as we break down adjustments, celebrate seniors, and lay out the plan for another statement game. We revisit special teams swings, O-line excellence, and the identity that carried us through November. • bus delays, lightning, heavy rain, still throw with confidence …

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Title Runs & Frozen Goals: Coach Welter and Coach Heenan Headline This Week's Mohawk Valley Sportswatch 42:08

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Send us a text We celebrate a packed weekend across the Mohawk Valley, from Utica’s postseason hopes and Section 3 football titles to a frank conversation with Utica men’s hockey coach Gary Heenan and a culture masterclass from RFA field hockey coach McKenzie Welter. The throughline is identity under pressure and how strong programs turn talent int…

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Defense, Records, And Playoff Math In The Empire 8 34:10

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Send us a text We break down a dominant win over Hartwick, then map the path to a playoff berth through Brockport with clear keys: turnovers, field position, and discipline. We share program stories that show why this team believes it can travel, execute, and be a tough out in November. • Hartwick recap and defensive takeaways • Three interceptions…

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How Two Mohawk Valley Powers Punched Tickets To The Carrier Dome 1:04:49

2M ago1:04:49

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Send us a text Two Section III mainstays punch their tickets to the Carrier Dome as Syracuse football faces hard truths about depth, development, and adaptation. We celebrate local wins, dig into program-building, and hear how coaches turn practice into confidence under pressure. • Section III brackets, results, and Dome schedules across classes • …

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Home-Field Grit And Playoff Hopes 44:04

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Send us a text We dig into a statement win over St. John Fisher, celebrate a defense that stifles the run and kills third downs, and explain how our offense controls games with protection, tempo, and the Raven package. We preview Hartwick, honor veterans and seniors, and lay out the path to more football. • defense limiting Fisher’s run and total y…

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Utica Rolls, Fisher Looms 36:10

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Send us a text We break down a fast, physical win over Alfred, the balance that unlocked our red-zone efficiency, and how we plan to bottle up Fisher’s dual-threat attack. Community day, Challengers, and PPMD remind us why our stadium feels big-time every Saturday. • fast start after the bye and early takeaway • 500-plus yards with red-zone perfect…

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Inside Utica Football: Run Game Identity, Defensive Grit, And An Alfred Road Test 31:48

2M ago31:48

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Send us a text We break down a gritty win over SUNY Morrisville, how the Raven package jump-starts the run game, and why our defense and special teams closed the door late. After a needed bye, we scout Alfred, preview a tough Empire Eight stretch, and make national picks. • physical Morrisville matchup and late-game stands • Raven package role in r…

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Closing the Gap: Utica vs. Cortland, Lessons Learned 35:47

3M ago35:47

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Send us a text We break down a narrow loss to Cortland, why the game felt different than past years, and how we’ll fix red-zone execution and run-game balance before hosting Morrisville. Leadership, development, and NPI realities shape our path as we push for momentum heading into the bye. • key moments from the Cortland game and the trick play • w…

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Inside Utica University Football Podcast with Coach Blaise Faggiano 41:20

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Send us a text A charged homecoming turns into a statement win as special teams swing the game early, the defense swarms to the ball, and the offense cashes in before we turn fully to a ranked road test at Cortland. We share what’s in the “sauce”: execution, middle-eight mastery, and playing loose together. • homecoming energy, hall of fame honors,…

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Inside Utica University Football Podcast with Coach Blaise Faggiano 34:08

3M ago34:08

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Send us a text Coach Blaise Faggiano reflects on Utica's tough 21-17 loss to Hobart and how they're using it as motivation heading into their Empire 8 conference opener against Alfred State. The Pioneers are focused on bouncing back for homecoming weekend after a strong non-conference performance that has prepared them well for the challenges ahead…

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Inside Utica University Football Podcast Episode #3 38:52

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Send us a text We break down Utica University Football's impressive 41-14 victory over RPI in the emotional Believe Bowl, highlighting both the pregame tributes and dominant on-field performance that has the Pioneers off to a 2-0 start. • Quarterback Tyler Szalkowski continues his exceptional play, completing 27 of 29 passes for 385 yards and 6 tou…

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Inside Utica University Football Podcast with Coach Blaise Faggiano, Episode #2 33:03

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Send us a text Coach Faggiano reflects on Utica University's impressive road victory against Washington & Jefferson in their season opener, highlighting quarterback Tyler Szalkowaski's record-breaking 528-yard passing performance and the team's exceptional character both on and off the field. • Traveling well as a team with many first-time collegia…

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Inside Utica University Football Podcast with Coach Blaise Faggiano 43:00

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Send us a text Coach Blaise Faggiano reflects on his journey as the longest-tenured football coach in New York State and the evolution of Utica University's program. He shares insights about team leadership, the upcoming season, and the special traditions that make Utica football unique. • Program transformation from facilities improvements to acad…

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Rams, Mountain Hawks & NY Mills Pride: A Patriot League Football Special 53:05

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Send us a text Coach Joe Conlin discusses Fordham football's upcoming season and their preparation to bounce back from last year's challenges. He shares insights about key players, position strengths, and the team's strategy for improvement in an increasingly competitive Patriot League. • Recruiting in the Patriot League requires casting a wide net…

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Cleared for Takeoff: A Deep Dive into Navy Sports 48:50

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Send us a text In this episode of the Beyond the Game podcast, we connect with Karl Darden, a US Naval Academy graduate, 20-year veteran, former helicopter pilot, and dedicated Navy sports podcaster. • Naval Academy graduate (Class of '84) with 9 years active duty as a helicopter pilot and 11 years in the reserves • Started Navy Sports Nation blog …

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Mute the Noise: ESPN's Tony Reali on Life, Sports & Speaking Up ! 1:05:28

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Send us a text Tony Reali brings listeners behind the scenes of his remarkable 23-year journey at ESPN in this candid, reflective conversation about sports broadcasting, personal growth, and authentic connection. Starting with his early days at Fordham University's WFUV radio station, Reali shares how being told his Jersey accent "wasn't good for t…

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Section 3 Champs & Still Climbing: RFA Softball with Head Coach Emily Cowell 35:27

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Send us a text From underdogs to champions – Rome Free Academy's softball team has rewritten their program's history under first-year coach Cowell. After 32 years without a sectional title, this junior-heavy squad finally climbed the mountain by embracing a philosophy that's as simple as it is powerful: believe you belong, play with confidence, and…

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Between the Posts and Beyond the Pain 33:39

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Send us a text What does it take to compete at the Division I level as a freshman goalkeeper? Beyond raw talent and technical skill, it demands extraordinary mental fortitude—something Mikayla McPheron demonstrated when she played half a season with a broken hand that nobody, not even her family, knew about. In this revealing conversation, Mikayla …

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From the NBA Sidelines to Leadership Insights - A Journey Through 40 Years of Coaching Excellence ! 55:03

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Send us a text What truly separates elite NBA players from the rest? What makes some coaches thrive in professional basketball while others struggle to make the leap? Dean Cooper, veteran NBA coach and front office executive, peels back the curtain on these questions and more in this candid, revealing conversation. Cooper takes us through his remar…

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When Parents Cross the Line: Navigating Youth Sports Today 49:06

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Send us a text What happens when the supportive village that once raised our young athletes starts to crumble? Former basketball coach Darren Ault pulls back the curtain on youth sports culture today, sharing hard-earned wisdom from over three decades on the sidelines. In this deeply personal conversation, Ault reveals the inspiration behind his bo…

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Beyond Adversity: Creating Culture in Business and Life 41:15

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Send us a text What does it take to build a telecommunications empire from your garage? Jim Tracy knows firsthand. After his 17-year-old son challenged him to start their own business, Tracy cashed out his retirement accounts and took the ultimate bet on himself and his family. The gamble paid off spectacularly as Legacy Telecommunications grew fro…

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Inside RFA's Diamond Hopes 51:18

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Send us a text The unpredictable spring weather may have just begun, but Rome Free Academy's baseball and softball programs are already heating up the diamond with championship aspirations. In this special Sunday evening edition of Mohawk Valley Sports Watch, we dive deep with both program leaders who share remarkably similar visions: experienced r…

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Final Four Showdown: Coaches Break Down Duke, Florida, Houston, and Auburn 46:27

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Send us a text The 2024 Final Four is unlike any we've seen in years—chalk has prevailed, delivering the four #1 seeds to college basketball's biggest stage for the first time since 2008. Duke, Houston, Florida, and Auburn aren't just top seeds—they represent the pinnacle of college basketball excellence this season. Analytics confirm what our coac…

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Sweet 16 Showdown 58:18

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Send us a text Basketball's brightest minds gather to dissect the Sweet 16 matchups in a tournament that's breaking tradition. This year's bracket features zero mid-major Cinderella stories – a direct consequence of NIL money and transfer portal dynamics reshaping college basketball's competitive landscape. The coaching carousel takes center stage …

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Championship Dreams 40:49

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Send us a text When championship success comes to the Mohawk Valley, we celebrate the coaches who make it happen. This episode features exclusive conversations with two local coaches who have climbed to the pinnacle of their sports. Mohawk Valley Community College men's basketball coach Harlan Fuller joins us fresh off a national championship seaso…

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Local Basketball Star Reflects on Championship Run 59:40

10M ago59:40

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Send us a text Damien Call's basketball journey reads like a local sports fairy tale - from RFA standout to college champion, all while staying true to his hometown roots. In this revealing conversation, Call takes us inside his decision to remain close to home at Utica University rather than pursuing opportunities elsewhere. "I wanted to stay loca…

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Chasing Championships: Inside the Minds of Top Coaches and Players 46:22

10M ago46:22

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Send us a text In today's episode, we explore the compelling journey of Scott Knapp, a celebrated high school basketball star who recently earned his place in the Siena Athletic Hall of Fame. Get ready to relive his extraordinary moments on the court and discover how his hard work and dedication propelled him from local talent to a basketball icon.…

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High Hopes and Hoop Dreams at RFA 1:02:37

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Send us a text Coach Nick Medicis, the energetic head coach of the Rome Free Academy basketball team, joins us for an insightful conversation about his extraordinary journey to coaching success. At just 24, Nick's relentless pursuit of his dream position involved sending out an impressive 150 emails to athletic directors before landing his role in …

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The Rock Pile Podcast 1:06:15

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Send us a text Listen in on an impactful conversation surrounding Mental Health and athletes. I was joined by Christy Reed, a Mental Health Counselor and Laison for Colgate Athletics, and Dr Dawn LaFrance, who is a Clinical Psychologist and the Assistant VP of Wellness at Colgate University. Also joining the show is long time Camden, NY High School…

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The Mohawk Valley Sportswatch Podcast 50:17

11M ago50:17

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Send us a text The MVSW returned to talk to father and daughter, Coach Emily and Mike Durr , joined the show and talked about what it meant to both be inducted into the NYS Basketball Hall of Fame together and the impact that Notre Dame has had on their family and much more. I also welcomed Rome Free Academy Head Hockey Coach, Jason Nowicki to the …

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Chalk Talk Podcast with Coach Little C 50:28

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Send us a text Coach Little C returns to give his keys to winning for both Ohio St and Notre Dame in the CFP National Championship game along with his prediction and much more. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of your favorite Rock Pile shows — inclu…

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The Mohawk Valley Sportswatch Podcast 49:21

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Send us a text The MVSW Podcast returned today to talk local hockey with Utica University Head Coach, Gary Heenan. We talked about the current season and what it will take to get back to the NCAA Tournament and much more. The bottom of the hour I welcomed Copper City Fitness gym owners, Erin Costello and Tiffany Mills. I talked about how they came …

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Chalk Talk Podcast with Coach Little C 48:22

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Send us a text Join Coach Little C as he returns to talk about the upcoming CFP Semi Final matchups between Notre Dame and Penn St and then Ohio St versus Texas. We also get Coach C's predictions and much more. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of you…

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Chalk Talk with Coach Little C 45:37

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Send us a text Join me as I recap the opening round of the CFP Playoffs and also breakdown the up coming Qtr. Final matchups with predictions and much more. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of your favorite Rock Pile shows — including: Inside Utica U…

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Chalk Talk with Coach Little C 51:29

1y ago51:29

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Send us a text Join Coach Little C as I breakdown the opening round of the College Football Playoffs as well making my gameday predictions. I give a heartfelt thank you to former Wake Forest Head Football Coach Dave Clawson as he steps down from coaching and I talk about the impact he has had on Wake Forest along with the impact that Bill Belichick…

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The Mohawk Valley Sportswatch Podcast 36:08

1y ago36:08

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Send us a text Today on The MVSW I was able to sit down with Lehigh Head Football Coach, Kevin Cahill to talk about their Patriot League Championship and their run in the FCS Playoffs and much more. I was also joined locally by Whitesboro, (NY) Head Football Coach, Curtis Schmidt and star player, nephew Memphis Ferguson. Make sure to tune in. Suppo…

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Chalk Talk with Coach Little C 46:06

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Send us a text Coach Little C is back to recap the Conference Championship games in College Football. Coach also breaks down the Heisman finalists and his thoughts on who got snubbed and who win's the award. He takes a look at the opening 12 team matchups and much more. He will give his predictions on next week's show. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks fo…

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Chalk Talk with Coach Little C 42:39

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Send us a text Join Coach Little C as he recaps some of the big rivalry games including "The Game," Michigan and Ohio St. Coach talks 12 Team Playoff and gives his predictions on all the Conference Championship games and much more. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never m…

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Chalk Talk With Coach Little C 45:58

1y ago45:58

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Send us a text Join me as I previewed some of the big College Football games from Week 13, discussed my Heisman favorite, College Football 12 team playoffs, predictions and much more. If you love College Football make sure to tune in. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you neve…

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The Mohawk Valley Sportswatch 58:38

1y ago58:38

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Send us a text Guests on the show: Lake Forest Head Football Coach, RFA Alum, Jim Catanzaro. Talked about his team (12-0) heading into the Division 3 College Football playoffs this weekend and the special season they have had. Whitesboro(NY) Head Football Coach, Curtis Schmidt, joins the show to talk about his team's run to the State Final Four rep…

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Chalk Talk Podcast 54:48

1y ago54:48

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Send us a text Tune in as I highlight some of the key College Football games in Week 12 highlighted by the big game in Week 13, Indiana @ Ohio St. I give you some of my top storylines and my thoughts on the new College Football 12 Team Playoff bracket and much more. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, co…

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The No Huddle Podcast 1:17:08

1y ago1:17:08

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Send us a text The guys and I return to talk College Football. What teams are the biggest disappointment so far this season and at the same time who has surprised the College landscape. We give our predictions and much more. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an …

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The Mohawk Valley Sportswatch Podcast 1:09:15

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Send us a text Mike McCallister of @247 Sports joins the show to talk Syracuse Football and much more. Pags is back with Coach to talk College Football and New York Yankees baseball. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of your favorite Rock Pile shows —…

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The Coach's Show with Colgate Head Football Coach, Stan Dakosty 31:22

1y ago31:22

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Send us a text Join the latest episode of the Coach's Show with Colgate Head Football Coach, Stan Dakosty as he joins host, Rocky Corigliano on The Rock Pile to discuss where the team is currently at in the season and their next home game versus Georgetown as well as what is happening around the Patriot League. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning…

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Colgate Football, Coaches Show with Coach Stan Dakosty 31:51

1+ y ago31:51

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Send us a text The Rock Pile kicks off football season with the Coaches Show with Colgate Head Football Coach, Stan Dakosty. Coach and I talk about last season and preview the upcoming schedule and much more. Support the show 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to The Rock Pile! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of your …