Off The Mark: Recent Episodes
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D Mark Mitchell and Jeff Sasser host a sports talk show show in East Alabama every weekday morning on Fox Sports 910-1310am "The Game" called On the Mark. However once the show is over it's just the beginning. Listen in each week to "Off the Mark" when the guys have a laid back conversation with various guests that drop by the studio.
Thoroughbred Horse Racing Trainer, Steve Asmussen prior to breaking Dale Baird's North Amercan record for most WINS 9,445
Hall of Fame Jockey Pat Day, gives his Testimony and when he became a born again Christian.
Springwood School's Head Football, & Baseball coach and AD Kurt Page join's D.Mark & Jeff
Opelika High ninth grade student Christopher Floyd II and mother Dr. Camille Floyd talk about Christopher not being allowed to participate in extra curricular activities at OHS, due to OCS policy.
"OFF THE MARK" with D.Mark, Jeff and Dr. Meyers discuss USA Today Editorial about Oral Roberts and The Washington Play "DIDEN PRESS CONFERENCE 1"
OFF THE MARK with D.Mark, FBCO Pastor Jeff Meyers, Chris Wood discuss gender identity in Sports & Atlanta Falcons football Draft.
"OFF THE MARK" OPS Director Derek Lee, First Baptist Senior Pastor Jeff Meyers joins D.Mark & Jeff in the Orthopaedic Clinic Studio. Talking "Eyes of Texas... and Athletes Political stance
Pastor Jeff Meyers from FBC Opelika drops by to chat with the guys about High School transfers virtual learning and more!
Saraland Coach Jeff Kelly talks about his season so far and the matchup with Opelika in the Third Round of the 6A State Playoffs.
Discussion on new hires in coaching
Eli Manning retirement
Rivalries
CEO Terry Rosenthal with Orthopaedic Clinic
Local Basketball
Baseball Discussion
Coach Steve Savarese on AHSAA Updates
Pastor Jeff Meyers
AHSAA Bowling
Auburn University Coach Doug Goodwin leaving and starting new job at Ole Miss
Prattville's Coach Caleb Ross on the Hamilton's Hotline
Jeff Meyers on the Hamilton's Hotline
Mayor Gary Fuller on the Hamilton's Hotline (Opelika)
Mayor Leonard Riley on the Hamilton's Hotline (Valley)
Transition to 5G
Field tents
2019 All-State Football Team
Bowl Games
Coach Salaries
UAB
Bowling
Kenny Know on Hamilton's Hotline
James Lucas retires from LaFayette
Keith Blackmon on Hamilton's Hotline
Commissioner Richard LaGrand in studio
AHSAA Classifications
Arena and stadium expansions
Lafayette coach opening
Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr. misses weight
Coach Wilson is in studio this morning, going over his review of the Super 7
The guys talk about local and college Basketball
"On the Mark" has a horse in the races!
Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) talks about his Super 7 experience, Christmas lights
Terry Rosenthal calls in to discuss signing day (The Orthopaedic Clinic)
D Mark & Jeff review yesterday's Signing Day
Coach Wadsworth calls in to discuss Opelika Basketball
Story on Reeltown baptism
Coach positions open
Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline
Signees, Coach Dan Washburn joins the show
Part Two
Monday, November 11, 2019
SEC news and recaps
Tennessee Coach Jeremy Pruitt: "weathering the storm"
Coach rankings in salary
Trip down memory lane with Coach Washburn
Keith on Hamilton's Hotline: answering questions on high school football, play clocks
Looking forward to this week's Coaches Show
Keith is back on the Hamilton's Hotline: reporting - "all false information"
Jordan Hill (prep writer for OA News) on Hamilton's Hotline - recap of the first week of playoffs
Wrap Up - looking forward to games this week/weekend
Part One
Monday, November 11, 2019
Coach Washburn in studio
Round 2 of High School football playoffs up next
Recap of Friday night games from week one of playoffs
LSU remarks after game against Alabama
Pick outcomes
Highlights from LSU vs. Alabama game
The road to Super 7
Pairings fro round 2 of AHSAA/AISA playoffs
Weather forecast
Arkansas Coach Chad Morris fired
Bub Langford on Hamilton's Hotline: asking for a Giants update from Jeff, thoughts on SEC, predictions on rankings
Part Two
Tuesday, October 5th, 2019
Reviewing Auburn vs. Ole Miss
The Vikings Pee Wee Football
ACC Football
Ms. Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline - commenting on Coach Grider, thoughts on football playoffs, opinions on Florida State
Coach Jeff Kelly (Saraland) on the Hamilton's Hotline - updates, review of the season, looking into the upcoming game against Park Crossing, discussing record
Playoff schedules
Predictions on final score between Alabama and LSU from James Cooper
Part One
Tuesday, November 5th, 2019
What music do SEC coaches listen to?
President Trump attending Alabama vs. LSU game this weekend
Will Tua play this week?
Review over Monday Night Football
Mayor Kyle McCoy (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - city council meeting notes
James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) in studio
Thoughts on Alabama vs. LSU
Tua's chances at playing this week
SEC Network interviews Saban and Orgeron
Coach Larry Gore in studio
Shout out to Laura Lee Chesser at Opelika Parks & Rec
Chicken Salad Chick
High School Playoffs are set
Coach Smittty Grider (Dothan) on the Hamilton's Hotline - reviewing his 1st year at Dothan, winning the region
Back when coaches get dismissed
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - reviewing the game against Jackson Academy, and how the team is physically
Coach Karen Hoppa (Auburn University Soccer) in studio - win over Alabama, team response, Senior Night tomorrow night, game against South Carolina
SEC games this week
Breeders Cup
Call made in World Series Game 6
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on Hamilton's Hotline - finishing up the season, loss to Tallassee, looking into next season, player highlights
High School Coaches Show tonight
Polls vs. playoffs
AISA & AHSAA
Van Riggs in studio - region week for Baldwin, Mobile, and surrounding areas
World Series
Valley Rams vs. Benjamin Russell this week
Playoffs
NCAA approved athletes compensation
Region game scheduling
Game 7 tonight
polls are out on High School football
Volleyball brackets are set
Mayor Leonard Riley (Valley) on Hamilton's Hotline - Valley rams win the region, updates on the city
More on athlete compensation
Predictions on MLB Game 7
Sarah Cook (Auburn Parks & Rec) in studio - Downtown Auburn Trick or Treat, Polar Express on December 7th, new community center plans, and winter registration
Part Two
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Reeltown @ Ranburn
Playoff format
Stadium criteria
More on games this week
South Carolina football program placed on one-year probation by NCAA, beginning in 2020
Keith Blackmon (Keith Blackmon Financial) on the Hamilton's Hotline - getting quotes, short-term disability policies, accident policies, hours of operation
Ms. Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline - questions on KBF, recap on MLB World Series as well as her predictions, and updates on The Bug Man
Only 4 high school running back have more than 3,000 yards in a single season
Wetumpka building a new football stadium
Part One
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Body of Kamille "Cupcake" McKinney found by Birmingham Police yesterday
MLB World Series - Washington nationals win last night
Super 7 AHSAA parent hosts
Recap of yesterday's phone call with Coach Pat Dye
Area games this week
Thoughts & prayers go out to Coach Johnathan Chandler & family, as well as D-Rock during this tough time
Looking into playoffs
High School Coaches Show tonight
Bubba's Medicine Shop Health Fair on Monday
Recap of yesterday's phone call with Coach Butch Thompson & his comments on the MLB World Series
Lee Scott Academy (JV) vs. Morgan
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline - talking about the win over Carroll, review of the game, seniors and freshmen on the team, player highlights
Part Two
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline - checking up on coach and his recovery, college football review from last weekend and looking into this week
More on MLB World Series
Coach Butch Thompson (Auburn University Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline - updates with coach, thoughts on World Series, pitching match ups
Discussion on Bryce Harper
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - Patriots final, college football, Tua Tagovailoa's injury
Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the process with Tua Tagovailoa's ankle injury and tight rope procedure, his thoughts on recovery time
More on Mac Jones filling in for Tua Tagovailoa while he recovers
Part One
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Double homicide in in Notasulga
Monday night football
MLB World Series
Statewide Volleyball
Quarterback Mac Jones (University of Alabama) fills in for Tua in his absence with ankle injury
Mark Richt recovering from heart attack
Is Alabama the #1 team in the SEC?
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - their win over Meadowview, recap of the season so far, Bessemer this Friday, region vs. region, and roster size
Coach Larry Gore and James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) in studio
Coach John Wadsworth (Opelika Basketball) on the Hamilton's Hotline - opening day: 1st practice/tryouts, Fall/Winter practices, Main Street Gym, returning Seniors, numbers in Juniors and Sophomores
Laura Lee Chesser (Opelika Parks & Rec) in studio - Shine Prom from last weekend, Halloween Drop In, Great Pumpkin Splash & Tour de Fright, events coming up next week
Cross Country & Volleyball
More on MLB World Series
Mayor Kyle McCoy (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - going over notes from city council meeting
Part Two
Monday, October 21, 2019
NFL Recaps
Clemson defender ejected after throwing punch during Louisville game, Coach Dabo Swinney sent player to locker room before official announced he had been ejected
Statewide High School Football scores
Health Fair at Bubba's Medicine shop on Monday, October 28th
2019 Super 7 will be held at Jordan-Hare Stadium
Jordan Hill (prep writer for OA News) on the Hamilton's Hotline - region wins and looking into upcoming games
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - weekend recap, South Carolina vs. Florida (comments on Muschamp), making calls, and Coach Jeremy Pruitt (Tennessee)
Part One
Monday, October 21, 2019
World Series is set
Valley vs. Rehobeth review
AMBER Alert updates from Birmingham
Tua Tagovailoa (Alabama) had ankle surgery after an injury during Saturday's game against Tennessee
Coach Jeremy Pruitt (Tennessee) unloads on Jarrett Guarantano after Trevon Diggs (Alabama) pulls a 100-yard scoop and score
Breaking News: double homicide in Notasulga
Coach Will Muschamp (South Carolina) speaks to SEC about calls against Florida
Coach Clifford Story (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing last week's win over Verbena (winning the region), Billingsley game this week as well as Senior Night
Opelika wins the region over Stanhope Elmore
Auburn High wins over Prattville
Learning and teaching moments on the field
More recap on College Football
Coach Jamey DuBose (Central) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the season so far, looking into this week's game against Auburn High and recap on last week's game against Jefferson Davis
"Players take on the mindset of the coach..." - Coach Washburn
Part Two
Thursday, October 17, 2019
MLB game broadcast schedules
Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline - fact check and stats
Super 7 Playoffs
Auburn vs. Arkansas this weekend
Audio from interview with Coach Gus Malzahn
SEC Network compares quarterbacks
Breeders Cup Classic
Wrapping up region games in the coming weeks
AISA region breakdowns
Recap of Coach Gene Stallings phone interview from earlier in the show
Part One
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Show lineup
MLB match ups
U[dates on AMBER Alert from Birmingham
34 High School football team sin Alabama...UNDEFEATED
Coach Gene Stallings in Tuscaloosa for the RISE Foundation...more on that when he calls in!
Alabama vs. Tennessee in the past - when was the last time Tennessee beat Alabama?
Rundown of local High School football for this week
Coach Matthew Johnson (Beulah) on the Hamilton's Hotline - going down memory lane, preview of game with Dadeville (discussing coaching, stats, preparation, and expectations)
Coach Greg Williams (Auburn Equestrian) in studio - discussing the Williams Family Barn
Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline - in Tuscaloosa...generous donation being made towards the RISE Foundation on new facility, discussing Equestrian with Coach Williams, and football reviews
Coach Greg Williams discusses the process of the Williams Family Barn and updates on the team
Part Two
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Coach Robert Johnson (Lee Scott Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the loss against Tuscaloosa County and stats, preparations for this week's game against Bessemer Academy...accomplishments in practice this week & player highlights
World Series is set
Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing notes from the city council meeting
SEC football picks
Auburn vs. Arkansas - with Whitlow out, who's stepping up?
Keith on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing transfers, playoffs, best teams out of 5A, 6A & 7A
Part One
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Coach Washburn in studio this morning
Washington Nationals head to World Series, after beating the St. Louis Cardinals
Yankees vs. Houston
NFL recaps
Updates on AMBER Alert from Birmingham
Highlights, predictions, & polls on local High School football
New LED lights at Bryant-Denny Stadium
On This Day in Sports
Mayor Gary Fuller (Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing notes from the city council meeting
Super 7
LSU Coach Ed Orgeron's pre-game interview before playing Florida
University of Alabama Coach Nick Saban's interview on the Tennessee game coming up this weekend
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the loss against Greenville, his comments made on the post-game radio show about preparing his players for tempers on the field, and the upcoming game against Carroll
Part Two
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
NASCAR - Ryan Blaney wins at Talladega
Jeff Jerkins (Bubba's Medicine Shop) on the Hamilton's Hotline - first day of Medicare enrollment
More predictions heading into the World Series & player stats
Looking at the High School football schedule for this week, getting closer to playoffs
College football this weekend, predictions
Coaches on the hot seat
Part One
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
NFL Recaps & News - Greenbay vs. Detroit
MLB - Washington vs. St. Louis, Houston Astros
Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline - Soapbox: NBA & Hong Kong debacle
James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) in studio - talking about his trip to Las Vegas, predictions for World Series, and discussing Washington Nationals vs. St. Louis
College Football from the weekend
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the loss against Pickens Academy, player highlights, expectations & preparation for this week's game against Meadowview Christian, handling a wet ball, and going under center on the field
Coach Larry Gore in studio - discussing Tennessee's win over Mississippi State
Western Sizzlin specials
Opelika Freshman team beats Auburn
More discussion on World Series
Part Two
Monday, October 14, 2019
AMBER Alert: 3-year-old abducted in Birmingham over the weekend
Statewide High School scores
Coach Jamey DuBose (Central) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the win over Lee High on Saturday, what it was like playing in the middle of the afternoon back in the day, the difference in offense, and expectations & preparations against this week's game against Jefferson Davis
Prep writer Jordan Hill (OA News) on the Hamilton's Hotline - writing on KD Hutchinson, discussing high school games from last week
Super 7 coming to Jordan Hare Stadium
Discussing NFL
Bourbon Street Stables
AU Equestrian Coach Greg Williams in studio on Thursday
Breeders Cup in November
NASCAR Monster Energy Series playoff race today
Part One
Monday, October 14, 2019
"Real men wear pink"...Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Yankees loses against Houston, Washington Nationals vs. St. Louis Cardinals tonight
Recap of Central vs. Lee from Saturday
Quick recap of High School football games from last week
Coach Clifford Story (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Friday night's win over Loachapoka, player highlights, expectations & preparation for the upcoming game against Verbena, and looking into next week's game against Billingsley
Hard recap over Auburn High, Opelika, Lee Scott Academy, Reeltown, and Beauregard games
12th and Final Run to Read by Jean Dean RIF
Columbus Day
Picking competition results from last week
Recap of SEC games from the weekend
Cathy Gafford (Jean Dean RIF) in studio to discuss the 12th Annual & Final Run to Read
Part Two
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Rundown of this week's High School games
Predictions on tonight's Braves game & who will be headed to the regional championship
Alabama vs. Texas A&M this weekend
Coach Jamey DuBose (Central) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing practice schedule and setup, this week's region game against Lee as well as expectations & preparations for that game
High School football & show broadcast schedules
Top 10 state-wide polls
Coach Kirby Smart (UGA) post game interview against Florida as well as injury updates
SEC games this weekend
Part One
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Auburn running back Jartarvious Whitlow out 4 - 6 weeks after knee surgery
Troy University's Tanner Blatt torn ACL
Arizona State kicker, a former Alabama commit, enters NCAA transfer portal
Watercooler Talk: a school is about to have to forfeit two games in region play
Houston vs. Tampa & other MLB highlights
Steven Reid has been elected as Montgomery's new mayor
Not-talked-about-a-lot areas
Coach Steve Savarese (Executive Director of AHSAA) on the Hamilton's Hotline - thoughts on the Fall 2019 season in sports, Super Regionals hosted in Montgomery & Huntsville, Final 8 hosted in Birmingham, Jesse Owens Cross Country Classic Invitational, 2019 Super 7 Swim State Meet hosted at Auburn, Super 7 coming back to Jordan-Hare Stadium, looking back at past icons from the association, Jeff asks about the Baker Rule, and growth in Lacrosse
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing player spotlights, upcoming game against Greenville as well as expectations & preparations for that game
Part Two
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Discussion on Urban Meyer and coach rankings
Representing local teams
Coach Jamey DuBose (Central) on the Hamilton's Hotline - their win over Opelika, looking towards this week's game against Park Crossing, and stats
Coaches on coaches & preparation
Kentucky & Kroger Field
Other major stadiums
High School football broadcasts
Jeff's first Lee Scott Academy home game this week
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - kickers, reloading and quality time with the team
Part One
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Atlanta Brave Report
Kenny Knox (Kenny Knox Tires) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Auburn Tigers & college football, picks, and local High School football
Weather forecast
Process of picks
Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline - his trip to Clemson, Auburn vs. Texas A&M, discussing Tennessee-Coach Pruitt-coaching program, thoughts on next college football games, Auburn vs. Mississippi State, Texas, and Les Miles
Coach Adam Winegarden (Auburn High) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the game against Jefferson Davis, big city schools vs. small city schools, playing on different days, focusing on the purpose, player spotlights, and the next game against Minor
Part Two
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Sam Bailey on the Hamilton's Hotline - asking about handball and red card with Auburn University Soccer last season
Atlanta Braves lost to the "worst team"
Penalty cleared up by Coach Karen Hoppa
Pastor Jeff Meyers on the Hamilton's Hotline - joining in on the conversation, adding in the Baker Rule, kind words on Auburn University Soccer, rec soccer, JV football & the "son of a preacher man"
High School Coaches Show
Ms. Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline - quick commenting on the Opelika vs. Central game from last week
College football review from the weekend
Part One
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio
Overview of High School football games this week
Region vs. non-region
Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Springwood and the game against them this week, last week's game against Southern Academy, team stats and health, and player spotlights
Valley Rams 3-0 so far in the season
Elba High - Varsity Coach Pate Harrison suspended
Tanner Blatt returns to Troy
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline - prepping for the game against Montgomery catholic, areas of improvement, and player spotlight
Coach Karen Hoppa ( Auburn University Soccer) in studio - updates on the team, conference tournament, upcoming game against Tennessee, and targeting
Part Two
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Lee County Fair
Auburn University Equestrian
Sam Bailey (Opelika Parks & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussion on show goats, Auburn football, and Braves clinch
Lunch specials at Western Sizzlin
Spotlight on former High School players in our area now in college
Top Power Poll
NCAA charges Kansas with lack of institutional control & Coach Bill Self charged with violations
Thoughts & discussion on the Opelika vs. Central game from last Friday
Valley 3-0 in area play
Remembering OD Alsobrook
Part One
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) in studio this morning
OA News on Elba High School coach suspension
Discussing the NY Giants
Atlanta Brave Report
Thoughts & prayers go out to Governor Kay Ivey
Mayor Leonard Riley (Valley) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing last week's Valley game against Carroll, city council notes and budgeting, & Auburn Tiger football
Coach Larry Gore in studio this morning
Discussion on Mississippi State vs. Kentucky
Highlights on Monday Night Football
Kansas basketball coach charged with multiple allegations
Coach Kristin Blatt (Opelika Cross Country) on the Hamilton's Hotline - updates on the team, runner highlights, new girls Track & Field coach Jonathan Fischer, & Opelika Invitational this weekend
Auburn Tiger football & the game against Texas AM
Part Two
Monday, September 23, 2019
Jeff and Coach Washburn discuss studying scores, getting upset over losses, expectations vs. reality, and community
Landscaping teams, predictions towards Super 7
Weather forecast
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Ole Miss vs. California game, the story on Coach PAte Harrison (Elba) being suspended, and targeting
Recap of High School football games from last weekend
Part One
Monday, September 23, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio
Discussing Reeltown
Coach Clifford Story (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the win over Notasulga last Friday, improvements in Handley, updates on the Panthers, and player highlights
Discussing Chambers Academy vs. Southern Academy
Atlanta Brave Report
College football recap - Top 25 from the weekend
Statewide High School Football scores
Part Two
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Alabama A&M Coach Connell Maynor accused UNA of poor hospitality
Atlanta Brave Report
Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) in studio - updates on family & life, comments on story about Coach Pate Harrison out of Elba High School, and high school football review
High School football broadcast schedule
Opelika vs. Central preview & predictions
Mr. Arnold Pattillo on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing LaFayette football
University of Southern California "embarrassed" by Utah
Sam Bailey (Opelika Parks & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing USC & Coach Urban Meyer
Recruitment
Part One
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Recap of last night's High School Coaches Show
Smiths Station's pitcher Trent Hodgdon commits to West Virginia
Region play predictions
Kenny Knox (Kenny Knox Tire) on the Hamilton's Hotline - predictions on college football, discussing Alabama & Auburn football, and handing out picks
Weather forecast
Coach Pate Harrison (Elba High School) has been placed on administrative leave
Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Alabama's air attack, the Auburn vs. Texas A&M and Georgia vs. Notre Dame games this weekend, football picks, the Cleveland Browns, what games to watch this week, and his thoughts on the Coach Pate Harrison story out of Elba High School
Coach Adam Winegarden (Auburn High) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the loss against Lee last week, tonight's game against Jefferson Davis and player spotlights
Part Two
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
High School Coaches Show tonight
Eli Manning is taking a seat
High School football game broadcasts
Encore Rehabilitation High School Scoreboard Show
Flowers Baking Company in Opelika announces closing
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - elaborating on the situation in Macon County, discussing the NY Giants, and his comments on the Eli Manning news
Part One
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Rundown of today's guests
Discussing High School football playoff chances
Atlanta Brave Report
Lee Scott Academy Volleyball recap
High School polls are out
Coach Robert Langford (LaFayette) on the Hamilton's Hotline - JV wins over Beauregard, discussing scout teams, offense, and prepping for this week's game against Reeltown
Discussion on SEC and games coming up, NFL, volleyball rankings, & Autaugaville
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline - talks about working for Mr. Brown, the loss against Rehobeth, this week's game against Charles Henderson and player spotlights
Quail Hollow Game viewing this Saturday for the Auburn vs. Texas A&M game
SEC games this weekend
Guests for the rest of the week
Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing notes from the city council meeting
Part Two
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Coach Larry Gore gives his opinions on the letter to Opelika City Schools from Freedom From Religion & discussing prayer
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - his opinion on sensitivity, discussing baseball and Mississippi State football, and NY Giants football
Recap on events coming up for Opelika Parks & Rec
Julio Jones - highest paid Wide Receiver
AHSAA Offensive Spotlight
More discussion on baseball
Stadium talk - scoreboards
Part One
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Monday Night Football Recap & news out of the NFL
Atlanta Brave Report
Recap of yesterday's call with Coach Pat Dye
Mayor Kyle McCoy (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing events coming up for the community and going over notes from lat night's city council meeting
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the win over Cornerstone Christian and this week's game against Southern Academy
Recap of Opelika Freshman Football against Eufaula
Coach Larry Gore in studio
Laura Lee Chesser (Opelika Parks & Rec) in studio - discussing updates on life and happenings at the center
The guys discuss Mississippi State football
Coach Matthew Johnson (Beulah) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the win over Prattville and this week's game against Southside
Tuscaloosa police officer was shot last night
Part Two
Monday, September 16, 2019
College and High School football games this week
More on High School football scores
Ms. Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing high school games this season (past and upcoming)
Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Jamey DuBose (Central) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Friday's win over Prattville, key drives, this week's game against Opelika, and any updates on the team in preparation
Prep Writer Jordan Hill (OA News) on the Hamilton's Hotline - total recap over High School games
Part One
Monday, September 16, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio
"Region implications" from last week
Coach Clifford Story (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the win over Autaugaville, the region game over Notasulga this Friday, challenges from the Blue Devils, updates on the team, and practice strategies
More coverage and recap of High School Football
College Football recap
DRock on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Opelika's win over Wetumpka and plans to attend Magic City Classic
More on college games from the weekend
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing updates and Auburn University football
Part Two
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Updates on Daphne probation
Eligibility
Terry Sadler (iHeart Sales Associate) in studio - discussing the process behind the High School Coaches Show
Van Riggs joins in on the conversation - highlighting interesting High School football games coming up
More on Justified "doped" while winning Triple Crown horse race(s)
Games being moved - new design
Coach Washburn on the Hamilton's Hotline - Friday night is High School football night
High School football game broadcasts
Tampa & Carolina game tonight
Keith on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing NASCAR and protests in the bayou
Part One
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Preview of today's guest lineup and recap of last night's High School Coaches Show
"Play to Win" - Justified "doped" to win horse race
Picking Contest
Kenny Knox (Kenny Knox Tires) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing last week's home opener for Auburn University, stats, and picks
More conversation on Justified "doped" in horse race
Atlanta Brave Report coming up in the next hour
Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline - fishing, Coach Pat Dye, and his thoughts on the SEC & games this week
Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline - updates on the team, red zone, and this week's game against Rehobeth
Part Two
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Coaching records
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing coaching records
High School Coaches Show tonight at Moe's Original BBQ from 6 - 8 PM (live broadcast on 97.7 KickerFM and FOX Sports The Game 910-1310 AM)
Big region games this week
Team USA National Basketball team loses against France
Coach Nick Saban has comments on kickoff start times this week
Part One
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning
Conversation continues about the letter from Freedom From Religion Foundation to Opelika City Schools
Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline - offering up his opinion on the matter
AHSAA places Daphne on probation
Coach Matthew Johnson (Beulah) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing last week's game against Montgomery Academy, this week's game against Prattville Christian, bouncing back in practice, and player highlights
Atlanta Brave Report
High School Replays Report
Audio from Coach Gus Malzahn's press conference, previewing Kent State game
Coach Caleb Ross (Prattville) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing season stats so far, this week's game against Central Phenix City, player highlights, and what they're looking for in the Central Red Devils
Part Two
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Kudos to Coach Robert Johnson (Lee Scott Academy)
Alabama upset with Saturday's 11 AM kickoff time
Discussion on Atlanta Braves
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - comments on Braves and prayer prohibition
Talking about High School football
Coach Jamey DuBose (Central Phenix City) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the win against Smiths Station and playing Prattville this Friday
Region plays and strong match ups
Part One
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Preview of guest lineup
Monday night NFL recap
LSU locker room AC goes out
Opelika City Schools release statement on prayer prohibition at games
More on school -sponsored prayer at games
Phillip from Lanett on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussion & comments on Opelika City Schools statement on prayer prohibition, kudos to the leaders we call "coach"
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the win over Abbeville, the next game against Cornerstone Christian and what to tell the team in preparation
Coach Larry Gore in studio
Braves win
Points on Saints and Raiders
SEC stats
AHSAA - no instant replay reversals
More on OCS statement
Coach Robert Johnson (Lee Scott Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - early Basketball this morning, recap of game against Edgewood Academy and preparing for this week's game against Morgan Academy
Part Two
Monday, September 9, 2019
Tidbits around the area
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing New York Giants and NFL in general
More discussion on the Atlanta Braves
Alabama & Auburn games
Upcoming SEC games
Lamar University
Schedule fillers
Discussion on Chris Woods (Administrative Assistant)
Jordan Hill (OA News Prep writer) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing Beauregard/Valley game and Friday night football in general
Alabama, Jalen Hurts
More on New York Giants
Part One
Monday, September 9, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning
Recap of last Friday's high school football games
Serving on school boards
Coach Clifford Story (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussion on last Friday's game against Wadley, defensive line, playing for the team, and preparation for this week's game against Autaugaville
Discussion on Prattville
More high school football game recaps
Story time with Coach Dan Washburn
Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing SEC and his opinion on Auburn offense
Brit Bowen (voice of Lady AU Tigers and Smiths Station Panthers) in studio - discussion on Coach Hoppa (AU Soccer), Smiths Station Panthers so far in the season and player highlights
Part Two
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Hurricane Dorian updates
Eyes on local games
Coach Mark Rose (Russell County) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing last week's game against Carroll and this week's game against Carver
Predictions on High School football games & looking into schedules for this week
Home opener for Auburn University this weekend against Tulane
Audio of Coach Ed Orgeron (LSU) on the game against Texas
Audio on Coach Jeremy Pruitt (Tennessee) on getting better after their loss against Georgia State
Jay Stern on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussion on college coaches and the shot at the Alabama sidelines last weekend
Sneak peek of tomorrow's show
Coach Smitty Grider (Dothan) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussion on last week's win against Wetumpka, the makings of a team to work together, and who he's dressing out of his roster this week
Part One
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Preview of today's guest lineup
Recap of last night's High School Coaches Show
Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline - excited about football season, discussing Opelika Football, thoughts on the Auburn/Oregon game
Kenny Knox (Kenny Knox Tires) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the Auburn/Oregon game, upcoming game against Tulane, other opening football games, picks
Atlanta Brave Report
Travelling down memory lane with Richard LaGrand
High School Football Broadcast Schedule
Watercooler talk out of Baldwin County
Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline
Gregg Olson named student assistant coach for Auburn Baseball
Daphne high school parents rally
Part Two
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussion on his team, lineups, quarterback play, numbers on players, and being a source of direction for young men
Coach Karen Hoppa (Auburn University Soccer) in studio - discussing the season so far, player spotlight(s), SEC opener & breakdown of schedule, and looking ahead into the season
Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) on the Hamilton's Hotline - looking back on Auburn High's game against Opelika, going over city council meeting notes, and looking upon Auburn University home games
In-studio bets
High School Coaches Show tonight at Moe's BBQ...R.O.M.E.O...top 10 matchups
Part One
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning
More discussion on the Daphne/Spanish Fort story
Atlanta Brave Report
Duke on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the Braves and the game between Auburn and Oregon
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline - recap of the win against Tuscaloosa Academy, preparing for the next game (against Abbeyville), and offers for some of his players
Mayor Gary Fuller (Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline - discussing the press box tradition and going over city council meeting notes
Area's major league starts up practice
Recap of Auburn/Oregon game
JaTarvious "Boobee" Whitlow commitment
Part One
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Recap of High School Football games
Shooting at Fairfax Kindergarten parking lot (Valley, AL) late Friday night, as well as at LADD Stadium (Mobile, AL)
Lee County Commissioner & WTLM Radio Host Richard LaGrand in studio - speaking on the 6 month mark of the Lee County tornadoes and Friday night's Opelika High Football game
Daphne forfeits game against Spanish Fort
Coach Larry Gore in studio
Atlanta Brave Report & more on the Daphne/Spanish Fort story
Trip Garner (Regional Director) & Courtney McQuaker (Marketing Representative) from Encore Rehabilitation in studio - learning about Courtney, keeping up with football, Super 7, and services provided by Encore
Part Two
Friday, August 23rd, 2019
Coach Barfield in studio, discussing team classifications
Coach Erik Speakman (Opelika High) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing last night's season opener win against Callaway
East Alabama Predators Team in studio
John Rich (Director of Sports Medicine at the Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline
Atlanta Brave Report
Part One
Friday, August 23rd, 2019
Preview of the today's guests, story time with Jeff over Opelika High opener, Reeltown Rebels
Coach Buster Daniel (Valley High) on the Hamilton's Hotline
Muscle Shoals, practice on asphalt, Coach Mike Glisson (Smiths Station) on the Hamilton's Hotline
Coach Adam Winegarden (Auburn High) on the Hamilton's Hotline
Coach Larry Gore in studio, more discussion on Opelika High opener, new changes in the rules
Part Two
Tuesday, August 20th, 2019
More on the Atlanta Braves Report
Antonio Brown (Oakland Raiders) & his helmet
Tiffany Robinson Chandler in studio discussing fitness and IFBB
Olympia in Las Vegas
Other competitions
preparation
supplements, macros, & nutrition
cardio, HIIT, and weight training
fittifelite.com, plans, and working in Opelika
Part One
Tuesday, August 20th, 2019
Preview of guests
Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton's Hotline
Director of Communications Ron Ingram (AHSAA) on the Hamilton's Hotline - AHSAA Media Day, Kickoff Classic Press Conference, winning consistencies
High School Coaches Show
Several new High School football coaches & watercooler talk
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard High) on the Hamilton's Hotline
Part Two
Friday, August 16th, 2019
Sam Bailey from Opelika Parks & Rec on the Hamilton's Hotline
Coach Erik Speakman of the Opelika High Bulldogs on the Hamilton's Hotline
DRock in studio and Terry Rosenthal from The Orthopaedic Clinic on the Hamilton's Hotline
Bub Langford calls in to the Hamilton's Hotline
Part One
Friday, August 16th, 2019
Coach Wilson in studio this morning
Coach Buster Daniel of the Valley Rams on the Hamilton's Hotline
Conversation on Dale Earnhardt, Jr.'s plane crash
Coach Mike Glisson of the Smiths Station Panthers
Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Adam Winegarden of Auburn High
Part Two
Thursday, August 15th, 2019
Early morning conversation with Pastor Jeff Meyers
Part One
Thursday, August 15th, 2019
Robert on the Hamilton’s Hotline, offering up a live traffic report; Atlanta Brave Report; Mayor Kyle McCoy (Lanett) talking about the Lanett Film Festival
Richard LaGrand (Commissioner) in studio, discussing Ambitions on TV One, and wishing John “Paw-Paw” Mitchell a happy birthday
Mike Gundy in Stillwater; weather forecast; Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing updates on life, practicing in indoor facilities, Coach Ray Perkins and the white helmets, replacing coaches, more on Mike Grundy, and updates on his grandson
Andy Burcham on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing his new position as the Voice of the Auburn Tigers, FOX Sports Property, when he started with Auburn, Gary Fuller and radio, keeping it local, and speaking on duties
Atlanta Brave Report; more on Gundy at Oklahoma State; Eric Shaw from Reeltown Rebels committing to a college today
Part Two
Wednesday, August 14th, 2019
Jeff will be PA for Lee-Scott Academy scrimmage tomorrow night; preparing for football season as a whole
Lanett Film Festival; Coach Dan Washburn on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing practices, Coach Johnson’s first-period class arrangements for players, Bob Godsey as new coach at Madison
Central’s pre-season publicity, living up to last season, spotlighting players; weather forecast
Executive Producer McKenzie Benefield in studio, talking about the High School Coaches Show, the change of the Auburn University logo; Bub on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing helmet changes and updates on life
Part One
Wednesday, August 14th, 2019
Preview of today’s guests; Mossy Oak Bassmaster High School National Championship wins and scholarships; Atlanta Brave Report
Discussion on new head football coach at Madison Academy – Bob Godsey; story time with Jeff
Coach James Lucas (LaFayette) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, brotherhood and bonding as coaches, different play plans and different players, the difference to get to this point, highlights on players
Brit Bowen on the Hamilton’s Hotline, the new voice of Auburn Women’s Basketball & ongoing voice of the Smiths Station Panthers, discussing his first radio job here at the station, his reaction to becoming a voice at Auburn University, announcing Auburn Softball and Soccer, going into his second season of being the voice for Smiths Station, his schedules overall
High School Coaches Show beginning Wednesday, August 21st at Moe’s Original BBQ; Coach Matthew Johnson (Beulah) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing practices and responses, looking out for the team in the middle of heat advisories, rundown of practices, number of players and player spotlights, game schedule
Part Two
Tuesday, August 13th , 2019
Coach Larry Gore has some concerns on practices
More discussion on the Atlanta Braves; Robert on the Hamilton’s Hotline, throwing a curve ball…talking about the Reds; Emily Severin (Opelika High) in studio, how many years in education she served, trip down memory lane
More on Andy Burcham becoming the Voice of the Auburn Tigers and being yourself behind the microphone; Coach Lincoln Riley (Nebraska) looking to name Sooners QB
First High School Coaches Show next Wednesday, August 21st; Former Auburn Linebacker Dedrick Sumter’s coaching staff at Williamson High School and his most recent new hire, Loretha Douglas with special teams and defensive line; Ms. Lula calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline, congratulating Andy Burcham on his new role as Voice of the Auburn Tigers and Brit Bowen on his new role as the announcer for the Auburn University Women’s Basketball team, any updates on the Bug Man
Part One
Tuesday, August 13th , 2019
Today’s show lineup of guests; Andy Burcham has been named the Voice of the Auburn Tigers, replay of his introduction video and excerpts of his new role
Mayor Leonard Riley (Valley) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, working with surrounding cities and its importance, celebration for the Dixie Majors Champions/World Series Champions, insight on meetings and opening the floor to opinions
Coach Jason Allen (Chambers Academy) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, managing practice in the heat, working with other coaches, playing Lee-Scott Academy as an opening game of the season, player spotlights; Coach Larry Gore joins the studio this morning
More discussion on Andy Burcham, the Voice of the Auburn Tigers; Brit Bowen to be play-by-play women’s basketball announcer, making history (2nd broadcaster for Auburn Women’s Basketball); Atlanta Brave Report; injuries in Auburn Football
Coach Robert Johnson (Lee-Scott Academy) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, scrimmage this afternoon and scrimmage at Crenshaw later on in the week, thoughts so far as to what he’s seeing out of the team, spotlights on players and rotation, game schedule
Part Two
Friday, August 12th, 2019
Possession charge against Georgia Southern QB dropped after alleged cocaine on hood of car was in fact bird poop, making calls, Ezekiel Elliott (Dallas Cowboys)
Jordan Hill (prep writer for Opelika-Auburn News) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing AISA games, who they cover, Week Zero, getting to know the coaches, Coach Johnson at Lee-Scott Academy and game schedule, 7A high school opening games
Bill on the Hamilton’s Hotline, talking about disagreeing with calls on the field; updates for the Braves heading into the next game against New York Mets
Part One
Monday, August 12th, 2019
Flashback to last Friday's tailgate at Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Clifford Storey (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline, how he and his team are handling the heat, scrimmages, how to know when to stop in regard to prevention of injuries, preparing for the first game
Phillip on the Hamilton's Hotline, getting ready for College football
Rankings
Jeffrey Epstein'a suicide in federal prison, more on rankings, AHSAA Kickoff Challenges, more on the Braves & other baseball news
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Power 5 schedules in SEC
Coach Rob Carter (Beauregard) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing how practices have been so far, using his numbers, preparation for the first game, looking back on past schedules, and what's important/main focus in practice this week
Part Two
Friday, August 9th, 2019
Auburn Mayor Ron Anders on the Hamilton's Hotline, congratulating the Auburn Orange on winning the World Series
Coach Erik Speakman (Opelika High School) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing practices, scrimmages, and preparing for the first game against Callaway (August 22nd)
Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing life on & off the field, the pressure behind being an athlete, updates at the clinic, & AHSAA guideline changes from a medical side
High School games the crew is looking forward to this season
Bill May on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Andalusia
Head Coach Josh Jackson (Auburn Orange) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing the win in the World Series
Part One
Friday, August 9th, 2019
New hire at Central High School & discussion on the Auburn University logo change
Atlanta Brave Report, Auburn Orange team is the new World Series Champions
Auburn University Football Practice Scrimmage
Updates with Coach Mike Glisson (Smiths Station)
Coach Doug Barfield in studio
Coach Steve Savarese on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing the Savarese-Martin Stadium in Alexander City and his time at Benjamin-Russell
Pastor Jeff Meyers stops by to discuss the "Baker Rule", as well as fence lengths and field sizes
Part Two
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Updated Atlanta Brave Report
Recap of the show so far this morning; upcoming Braves games; Martin-Savarese Stadium, home for the Benjamin Russell Wildcats; Duke on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the new stadium, Valley High Rams, scoring ratios
Rundown of guests coming onto the show this week; highlight on Coach Loretha Douglas (Williamson High School) believed to be the first female high school football coach in the state
Shoutout to Bubba's Medicine Shop & Clinic on Sixth; recap of today's show
Part One
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; preview of what to expect out of today's show; congratulations are in order to some very important individuals...stadium and facility namings; Atlanta Brave Report
Congratulations to Tyler Pigg, joins University of Houston Athletics Department as associate athletics director for strategic communications; region rankings
Dale County football player collapsed during an early morning practice
Mayor Gary Fuller (Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline to discuss notes from the city council meeting
Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to discuss notes from the city council meeting
Part One
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Preview of today's lineup on the show; Atlanta Brave Report
Mayor Kyle McCoy (Lanett) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the ins-and-outs of the upcoming Film Festival, council meeting over routine items (gas sales tax, for example)
High School Football has officially started; Jeff is the renewed voice of Judge Scott Field this season, Lee-Scott Academy football schedule; AU trustees advise President Stephen Leese before sudden departure
Coach Larry Gore in the studio; recapping the Atlanta Brave Report and High School Football's first day of practice along with rule changes according to the AHSAA; the guidelines now versus when Coach Gore was coaching; Laura Leigh Chesser (Opelika Parks & Rec) in studio, review of events from over the summer season and Sportsplex Tri for Kids from over the weekend, Pickleball Grand Opening this Saturday, and how to become a member of the Sportsplex
Part Two
Monday, August 5th, 2019
Regulations concerning practices according to the AHSAA; AISA polls have been released
Auburn Football Fan Day
$23 million 2-year-extension deal for Tom Brady, endorsement deals; finishing up the AISA polls
Writer Jordan Hill (Opelika-Auburn News) on the Hamilton's Hotline, recuperating after Tallassee's 12:01 practice last night, practicing under the lights, latest article, his thoughts on teams that could go the distance this season, thoughts on Opelika, Auburn, Lee-Scott Academy, & Beauregard
Discussing National Night out with Oscar and Valestine Penn in studio, honoring the lives taken by the Lee County tornadoes as well as APD Officer Buechner; biggest point high school coaches try to get across to players: proper hydration; Greater Valley area Chamber of Commerce Tailgate happening this Friday, August 9th
Part One
Monday, August 5th, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; it's the "official" first day of High School Football practice; lining up the week with guests to be featured on the show; discussing the past weekend; pre-season rankings are out; Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Clifford Storey (Lanett High School) on the Hamilton's Hotline, kicking off football coach coverage On the Mark, discussing motivation for the team, ins and outs about this year's team, how he handles a family member being on his team, practice schedule, first game at Ram Stadium
Confusion on Atlanta Brave record; AHSAA bi-laws
Auburn Football Fan Day; Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing the latest in the World of Sports, what's being said about practices, Auburn Football Fan Day, Augusta, Harriet Tubman High School, being raised
Part Two
Friday, August 2nd, 2019
Coach Wilson heard about a new development in Lanett; new constructions and add-on to Tallassee football stadium
Super 7 coming to Auburn and attending games, recap of last season; Russell County (& areas) and discussing coaches, rivalries, and stories about how small towns started; D Mark calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to send out condolences to Jimmy Burdette's family with his passing
History lesson with Coach Joe Wilson
Discussing baseball and wrapping up the show
Part One
Friday, August 2nd, 2019
D Mark is absent this morning; Coach Joe Wilson in studio this morning; Jeff gives us the weather forecast, brought by the Opelika Observer; High School Football practice starts up on Monday; D Mark calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Terry Bishop (coached with Dan Washburn) - welcoming him, Auburn Bank and Valley Branch to On the Mark; Jalen Smith headed to Purdue University; highlight excerpt of Coach James Lucas (LaFayette High) from 2019 High School Football Media Days
Golfing during the summer; Sportsplex Tri for Kids at the Opelika Sportsplex (8/3); updates on coach Joe Wilson's family; pickleball at Opelika Parks & Rec
9 & 10 Valley team coach calling in later to talk about winning the World Series Championship; prepping for the upcoming high school football season
Coach Shane Andrews calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about his 9 & 10 Dixie Youth All-Star team winning the World Series Championship, recap of the season; Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Tailgate Luncheon happening next Friday (8/9); Atlanta Brave Report, Duke calls in to discuss
Talking about Callaway High and their football team; Opelika High football schedule
Part Two
Thursday, August 1st, 2019
Continuing conversation with Central High's Coach Jamey DuBose, talking about representation as a head coach, being a huge representation of an athlete alongside their parents, rivalry versus representation, coaching staff being on the same page and coming to understandings
There's a real-life sloth in the station this morning, along with a tarantula and a python (brought by Little Ray's Nature Center); Sam Bailey on the Hamilton's Hotline, has a question for Jeff, discussion on new players for the Atlanta Braves and more
Derek Lee (Director of OPS ONE) in studio this morning, talking about school starting back up next week, Stanley-Jensen Stadium & memory lane, difference in football when the lights went out, Jeff is concerned about Coach Chase Smith at Orange Beach; Sportsplex Tri for Kids this Saturday at Opelika Sportsplex; discussion on the dugout brawl
Wrapping up the show: getting ready for a brand new football season, commentary on Opelika/Callaway opener, Auburn football
Part One
Thursday, August 1st, 2019
Congratulations to the Valley 9 & 10 Dixie Youth Team on winning the World Series Championship; Atlanta Brave Report
Auburn Bank & Kenny Knox Tires; highlight of Springwood's Coach John Gartman from the 2019 High School Football Media Days; Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Tailgate Luncheon coming up on August 9th; High School Coaches Show starts back up soon; Coach Kliff Kingsbury (Arizona Cardinals)
More on the Valley 9 & 10 Dixie Youth Team winning the World Series Championship; D Mark gives us the weather forecast brought by the Opelika Observer; Bubba's Medicine Shop; word on Auburn's new play-by-play announcer; Trip Gardner (CEO of Encore Rehab) gives the crew a callback on the Hamilton's Hotline, wishing him a happy belated birthday
Coach Gene Stallings calls into the Hamilton's Hotline (every Thursday), giving us any updates with him, getting ready for football season, college recruiting & influences on athletes
More on the Valley 9 & 10 Dixie Youth Team's big win; official first day of practice for AHSAA on Monday, August 5th; highlight of Auburn's Coach Gus Malzahn talking about the Tigers; Central High's head football Coach Jamey DuBose on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the roles and decisions of a head coach
Part Two
Wednesday, July 31st, 2019
MLB win records; highlight from the 2019 High School Football Media Days: Coach Erik Speakman with Opelika High School
Greater Valey Area Chamber of Commerce Tailgate Luncheon coming up on August 8th & Film Festival in Lanett on August 16th and 17th; small city struggles & success; details behind a film festival
"They're still fighting in Cincinnati & Pittsburgh..."; Former Lee-Scott Academy Coach Robert Maddox on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his "game plan" after retirement and updates on life & grandkids; Jeff discusses his conversation at a wedding over the weekend & Robert Johnson had some great things to say about Coach Maddox during the High School Football Media Days; learning and living through experiences; Kenny Knox Tires; Brent Jones as new AD at Troy University & the new turf
Duke on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on former Coach Robert Maddox, enjoying the previous interview, has a few great things to say from Memory Lane, and discussion on Super 7 coming back to Auburn
Part Two
Wednesday, July 31st, 2019
MLB win records; highlight from the 2019 High School Football Media Days: Coach Erik Speakman with Opelika High School
Greater Valey Area Chamber of Commerce Tailgate Luncheon coming up on August 8th & Film Festival in Lanett on August 16th and 17th; small city struggles & success; details behind a film festival
"They're still fighting in Cincinnati & Pittsburgh..."; Former Lee-Scott Academy Coach Robert Maddox on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his "game plan" after retirement and updates on life & grand-kids; Jeff discusses his conversation at a wedding over the weekend & Robert Johnson had some great things to say about Coach Maddox during the High School Football Media Days; learning and living through experiences; Kenny Knox Tires; Brent Jones as new AD at Troy University & the new turf
Duke on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on former Coach Robert Maddox, enjoying the previous interview, has a few great things to say from Memory Lane, and discussion on Super 7 coming back to Auburn
The Indians traded Trevor Bauer to the Reds just hours before the trade deadline; Miss Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline, asking about Bub the Bug Man, the pre-season Falcons/Broncos game, news on Julio Jones, asking where Happy has been; local events coming up this week
Part One
Wednesday, July 31st, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning, talking about the "proposed consolidation of schools" and thoughts on the subject; Atlanta Brave Report
Congratulations to Coach Adam Johnson, new Athletic Director at Beulah High School; Jeff is given a quick test; Phillip on the Hamilton's Hotline has a question for Coach Washburn
Jeff gives us the weather forecast, brought by the Opelika Observer; review of last night's Pittsburgh & Cincinnati fight in the dugout
More discussion on Bruce Pearl and the NCAA penalties; discussing Chase Smith as new Orange Beach football coach, breakdown of other coaches in the same region
Grasping the NCAA penalties and what Bruce Pearl had to say; Alabama and Wisconsin playing in 2020; Atlanta Braves lost last night; Falcons prepare for pre-season football; Jeff brings up excerpts from Media Days in Birmingham
High School Coaches show begins August 21st; Piedmont High School's head football Coach Steve Smith celebrating his birthday today; Super 7 coaches; Coach Steve Smith's record at Piedmont and overall; Pike County crash update; schools starting back up; when will NASCAR catch on?...Tony Stewart gets into a fight; Notasulga Councilman on the Hamilton's Hotline, comments on this morning's Atlanta Brave Report, 16-year-old wins $3 million from playing Fortnite...very rarely do you see kids outside these days
Recap from the show this morning; Jeff voices his opinion on people's voting process; Los Angeles Dodgers bench Joc Pederson after failing to hustle on a ground ball
Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Tailgate Luncheon on August 9th; Film Festival in Lanett August 16th & 17th; Auburn High's Coach Adam Winegarden releases "Lessons from the Goalpost" book; new turf; Coach Adam Winegarden on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing his book and the goal behind writing it, how people can get their hands on it, getting ready to start up on Monday heading into a new school year/football season
Part One
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
D Mark gives us the guest lineup for today's show; Atlanta Brave Report; story on Bruce Pearl and his comments towards the NCAA penalties, Donny B steps into the studio to comment on the investigation
Bill Ferguson new head soccer coach at Auburn High School; Auburn Takedown Wrestling Club; Sportsplex Tri for Kids; Coach Cody Flournoy updates; fans of teams
Laura Lee Chesser from Opelika Parks & Rec in studio to give us am update on family, talking about the state swim meet, updates on the new pickleball court, celebrating the 10th anniversary, and a run down of events happening at the sportsplex
Alabama Secretary of State, John Merrill, in studio this morning...discussing Hillcrest, recruitment, learning more about John and his career
John is running for Senate, he breaks down the decision to do so, the importance of having the president's support, talking about his speech from last week and the comment he made at the banquet
June 28, 2019
Story time & shout-out from Jeff; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought to us by the Opelika Observer); Freedom Celebration in Opelika on July 3rd, Auburn Independence Celebration on the 4th of July; Atlanta Brave Report
FOX Sports The Game kicks off on Monday, July 1st; athletic cuts at Auburn University
Alabama legalizes daily fantasy sports, including DraftKings; Great American Treasure Hunt Jolly Roger Remote today at Lynch Nissan of Auburn from 4-6 PM
Updated weather forecast from D Mark; Johnny Jones (Lynch Nissan of Auburn) in-studio this morning, talking about the latest technology in Nissan and deals, location on where to find them
Updates and stats in Baseball
High School coaches - any updates; Mike Manns on the Hamilton's Hotline, asking about the new FOX Sports The Game station, Smitty Grider as new football coach at Dothan High
High School Media Days coming up at the end of July; principal search ongoing; trip down memory lane; Great American Treasure Hunt
June 27, 2019
Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, big weekend plans in Montana, football updates, paying for college and scholarships, his thoughts on the president's new policy to allow athletes in military academy to play sports after graduating, presidential changes during his coaching career, Thomas Varner
AHSAA searching for 2021 state HS basketball tournament site...Jeff has some questions
FOX Sports The Game kickoff on Monday, July 1st; AHSAA releases annual report
Continuing discussion on AHSAA annual report; Great American Treasure Hunt
Missing Derek Lee today; World Series and picks; NCAA tightens transfer guidelines
Coach Jamie DuBois (Central High School football) on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates on the Red Devils, 7-on-7 drills, keeping things in perspective in training and practice, schedule for July through August, updates on the family
All-Star updates and tiers; request from D Rock; Elite 100
Show wrap-up
June 26, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; Happy Birthday, Coach Daniel! D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought to us by the Opelika Observer); College World Series updates; Atlanta Braves Report
Wrapping up the Atlanta Brave Report; conversation on the Mike Hubbard conviction; Great American Treasure Hunt; Kevin Tudhope (Baumhower's) on the Hamilton's Hotline giving updates on family and work, all-day benefit towards fallen first responders and Officer William Buechner's family
Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline to help D Mark out and pulling him out from under the bus
FOX Sports The Game kickoff on Monday; trip down memory lane; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; 7-on-7 drills...importance of hydration, calling plays on the sidelines, football evolving
Oklahoma State's latest Basketball staff addition - Cade Cunningham (assistant); more on football evolution
Beauregard High principal retiring, the search for a replacement; Opelika school boards renews contracts for five principals; all star voting
Bub Langford on the Hamilton's Hotline, closing out the show
June 25, 2019
Laura Lee Chesser (Public Relations Coordinator at Opelika Parks & Rec) in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Laura Lee talks about the Freedom Celebration coming up next Wednesday, July 3rd at Opelika High School Track...HUGE fireworks display planned (shoutout to The Orthopaedic Clinic)...celebrating Opelika Parks & Rec 10 Year Anniversary next month, Laura Lee gives us a sneak peek at what to expect...updates on the new Pickleball area
Head football Coach Robert Johnson (Lee-Scott Academy) in-studio, gives us a rundown of his career, what brought him to Lee-Scott, prepping and excited for the upcoming season
Coach Johnson settling into the area, more on preparation for the season, plans on offense and philosophies, special teams
FOX Sports The Game begins July 1st; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Atlanta Brave Report; Coach Johnson talks about his supporting staff and more on the upcoming season
Great American Treasure Hunt; Beulah hires Michael Courson as head baseball coach; Gardendale tight end receives scholarship to Stanford; Duke on the Hamilton's Hotline, Atlanta Braves doing something new this year
Meeting all the local coaches; Miss Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline, congratulating Robert Langford on being hired as Lafayette's new head baseball coach, discussing her plans for the Fourth of July, hotdog eating contests, headed to play golf with Coach Washburn; Elite 7 on 7
Closing out the show...brief discussion on painting the roads...Route 66 at Monkey Park tonight for Summer Swing Concert Series
June 24, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Dr. Steven Leath out as President of Auburn University, Dr. Jay Gogue recommended as interim; Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, taking care of business on the tree farm, horticulture, comments on Leath and Gogue at AU, the process on Coach Dye's career
Coach Washburn headed to Indianapolis next week for NFHSA, 100th Anniversary Celebration; Josh Donaldson eligible one of three to start in MLB All-Star game on July 9th; Elite 100; Arnold Patillo on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the new FOX Sports The Game format beginning July 1st, updates on local sports
Great American Treasure Hunt; Top 10 Performers at Elite 100
Coach Tina Deese new softball coach at Lee-Scott Academy; Youth tournament updates
June 21, 2019
Coach Robert Johnson (Lee Scott Academy) in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Dixie Youth updates, congratulations to Coach Nicky Tidwell and the Opelika 9 & 10 YO Minor League Baseball Team, heading to state tournament, rundown of rosters
College World Series updates; Atlanta Brave Report; pull-back on attack to Iran; airshow
Traditional Baseball (11 & 12 YO); Great American Treasure Hunt
Royal Ascot 2019; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; discussion on MLB; commentary on the entourage coming through for the Royal Ascot; Tommy Prince (Assistant Coach with Dixie Youth) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving a rundown of the tournament
Jeff gives an update on life with his grandson; Terry Rosenthal (CEO of The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, comments & discussion on College World Series, titles, comments on Auburn's run
Jamie Lee (AHS Coaches & Athletic Directors Association) on the Hamilton's Hotline, big weekend with basketball: Elite 100 Showcase in Birmingham, nominations/picking process
Closing out the show
June 20, 2019
D Mark starts the show with the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, bad weather down in Texas recently, radio shows Coach appears on, update on football in his neck of the woods, coach spotlights
Kudos to Coach Gene Stallings and Pat Dye; Jeff & D Mark take a trip down memory lane about newspaper and local content
Derek Lee (OPS-Director) in-studio, welcoming Jeff back; Opelika Ozone lost, Auburn Ozone won (Youth Tournament), updates on game schedule, what's next; Great American Treasure Hunt
Royal Ascot 2019; Atlanta Brave Report
Batting technique and field setups; audio of Coach Butch Thompson (AU Baseball) on recap of final game in College World Series
Top 20 College Football Most Valuable Teams by Forbes; supporting athletic facilities for football
June 19, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Opelika District 4 Council President Eddie Smith on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Dixie Youth All-Star Tournament, going over notes from last night's council meeting
Laura Lee and Daniel Chesser on the cover of this month's Auburn-Opelika Parents...added to the Wall of Fame; Youth Tournament updates; discussion on CWS
FOX Sports The Game coming to the studios July 1st; Atlanta Brave Report
Updated weather forecast from D Mark; Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) on the Hamilton's Hotline, going over note on last night's council meeting
Auburn/Opelika populations; "Freedom From Religion Foundation sent a letter to south Alabama high school complaining that the school's role in the baptism of 18 student football players violated legal standards on separation of church and state" (al.com)
Any coach openings?; Craig Kimbrel pitched a game Tuesday with Iowa Cubs; Kristyna Engdahl (director of communication for Omaha's Metropolitan Entertainment and Convention Authority) speaks on the Vandy whistler (tennessean.com)
June 18, 2019
Coach Larry Gore in-studio; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); College World Series; Atlanta Brave Report
Auburn Baseball, Tigers up against Louisville at 1 PM today; Great American Treasure Hunt
Results from Dixie All-Star Tournament; per al.com - Daphne/Baldwin County hires Kim Perry as new girls' basketball head coach, Cameron Williams will take back over the boys' soccer program, Eric Collier (Theodore head football coach) hires on Ryan Little as defensive coordinator
Video boards vs. billboards; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; game schedules for local youth tournaments
Sponsor shout outs; audio from SEC Network on College World Series and discussion
City Council reports tomorrow; shooting incident happened during Toronto Raptors' NBA celebration; Ortiz incident in Dominican Republic; Bub on the Hamilton's Hotline, welcoming Jeff back, updates on "proposed construction"
June 17, 2019
Jeff is back from vacation; Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); review on last night's game at College World Series - Auburn vs. Mississippi State; Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, how much progress the truck stop is making, comments on Auburn's game last night against Mississippi State, Eugene Lenti hired as Auburn's softball head coach, talking about the farm
Jeff tells us about his vacation; more review on College World Series game between Auburn & Mississippi State
Atlanta Brave Report
FOX Sports The Game coming soon, July 1st; piggy-backing off of Jeff's vacation, is it not bizarre of everything happening in the Dominican Republic?; D Mark gives outan updated weather forecast; recap of Dixie All-Star Tournament; Houston Manning (City of Auburn Athletic Programs Director) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving out a rundown of the Dixie All-Star Tournament
Coach Michael Patillo (Lafayette High School) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his new position as assistant principal, plans for the future, his career at Lafayette, how the Bulldogs are looking
Coach hirings and stats
Jeff asks about Rush Propst, questioning if anyone is looking to hire him as a coach; Hueytown's head football coach Scott Mansell is out, Greg Patterson is in
June 14, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn and Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Opelika) in-studio this morning; NBA Finals, Raptors defeat Warriors; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Atlanta Brave Report
Finishing up the Atlanta Brave Report; Coach Scott Sullivan on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing Auburn Tigers in the College World Series, Mississippi State, the turn-around time
Hyped about the College World Series this weekend
Updated weather forecast from D Mark; All-Star Tournament begins today; Bub (Distinguished Gentleman from Notasulga) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, speaking on Jeff’s absence, Annual Discover Notasulga event tomorrow
D Rock on the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing All-Star Tournament this weekend; Terry Rosenthal (CEO of The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton’s Hotline, updates with the clinic and preparing for Father’s Day weekend, kiosks, his predictions on the College World Series & brackets, discussion on Scott Sullivan’s conversation from earlier
June 13, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates in life, Auburn baseball, Dabo Swinney's latest comment, buzz around college football, fundraising
Derek Lee (Director at Opelika Power Services) in-studio, talking about his recent trip to Austin, TX...College World Series; Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on College World Series discussion, teams you might not want to go up against
Atlanta Brave Report; Sam Bailey (Director at Opelika Parks & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on/adding to the Brave Report, batting averages, injury reports
FOX Sports The Game coming to the studios July 1st; D Mark gets awarded "Make a Difference" from AHSAA; updated weather forecast; All-Stars Tournament games this weekend; Ms. Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline, asking about Jeff's whereabouts, updates on the Bug Man & Happy, bets on who will win the College World Series
Great American Treasure Hunt; Trivia time; Bub (Distinguished Gentleman of Notasulga, Bug Man) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Jeff's whereabouts, his take on Dabo Swinney's comment
New coach hirings; Holy Spirit Prep drops football program; more talk on College World Series
June 12, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Auburn headed to the College World Series, congratulations to Coach Butch Thompson and the team; Coach Bart Sessions now head football coach at McAdory; Atlanta Brave Report
Discussion on R.O.M.E.O. (Retired Old Men Eating Out) with Coach Washburn; Clemson's Dabo Swinney says he feels like "Osama Bin Dabo" when he visits Alabama (usatoday.com); AHSAA competitive balance; Brad Abbott named head football coach at Maplesville High
State school board and voting on new members
What should the requirements be in order to be on the state school board?
First Baptist Opelika - Ask Jeff; updated weather forecast; Great American Treasure Hunt
Lee County Commissioner Robert Ham & Engineer for Lee County Justin Hardy in-studio, talking about the clean up progress after the tornado here in Lee County back in March
More discussion on Auburn heading to the College World Series, on Sunday against Mississippi State; conferences in the World Series
FOX Sports The Game premieres July 1st; Great American Treasure Hunt is in full swing; All-Star Tournaments this weekend
June 11, 2019
Coach Robert Maddox (former football coach at Lee-Scott Academy) in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); updates with Coach Maddox; year-round sports; Golden State Warriors win NBA game over Toronto Raptors last night; Summer Swing Concert Series continues tonight; Bessemer City hires Andrew Zow as new football coach
Atlanta Brave Report; sports Coach Maddox played in the past, trip down memory lane, what got him into coaching
Andy Burcham honored Brambletts as Auburn advanced to College World Series
Update on David Ortiz's 2nd surgery after getting to Boston after being shot in the Dominican Republic; Carson Wentz $128 million contract extension; Auburn headed to Omaha for the World Series...schedule; Coach Maddox's plans for the fall
Positive thoughts on Coach Butch Thompson and his team, Auburn Tigers head to World Series; AHSAA approves competitive balance system for private school sports (highschoolsports.al.com)
Thanks to Coach Maddox for coming in and covering hosting duties; Alex Mortensen back with Alabama staff as offensive analyst; sports in season around the area
June 10, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Game 3 for AU Baseball; Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, difference between coaching baseball versus football, Auburn Baseball players' spotlights, the season overall, updates on Quail Hollow, SEC Baseball stats
Bub Langford calls the Hamilton's Hotline during break; Great American Treasure Hunt begins today; high school coach openings - retirements and hirings
First Baptist Church Opelika; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; All Star Tournaments start this weekend; Great American Treasure Hunt begins today; Girls' Basketball Camp at Auburn; golf updates; Dominican Republic mishaps
Quiet period ("dead week") in high school athletics and playing multiple sports; changes in the rule book - then & now
AHSAA policies
Show wrap-up
June 7, 2019
Exciting things happening, coming up...station merges and Coaches Show, to name a couple; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Atlanta Brave Report
Game schedules for the weekend; reflecting on yesterday's interview with Coach Butch Thompson; University of Alabama Board of Trustees approves new plans for Bryant-Denny Stadium
Sam Bailey (Director at Opelika Parks & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing golf, Dallas Keuchel signed on with Atlanta Braves
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; basketball coach James "J.J." Jackson has retired from Carver High School; from the watercooler, Lee-Scott looking to hire softball coach; big weekend for AU Baseball
Coach apparel; odds on Coach Nick Saban retiring & remarks; assistants with the toughest tasks in 2019; big debacle when Southern Mississippi got rid of Jeff Bauer
Terry Rosenthal (CEO of The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the golf tournament, college football schedules, last year's strength of schedule rankings, New England Patriots receive their Super Bowl rings, Baseball Super Regionals
Ron Ingram (Director of Communications, AHSAA) in-studio this morning, discussing updates in the association, Elite 100 Basketball Showcase
June 6, 2019
D Mark kicks off the show with the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing recent fundraising adventures, his daughter in Haiti, thoughts on SEC agreeing to alcohol at events, new AD at Texas A&M, R.C. Slocum, updates with his grandson at Clemson
Toronto wins over Golden State (NBA); Atlanta Brave Report; Craig Kimbrel signs with Chicago Cubs; Go Gold Bowl at Thompson beginning August 24th
Coach Butch Thompson (AU Baseball) in-studio this morning, talking about the advancement into the Super Regional, amazing jobs done by all coaches, thoughts on last week (spotlights on players) and leading into upcoming game at Chapel Hill against North Carolina
Derek Lee (Director at Opelika Power Services) in-studio this morning, commenting on how much of a great person and coach Butch Thompson is; 75th anniversary of D-Day
Continuing conversation on D-Day; Le'Veon Bell (just signed contract with the Jets) returned home to find over half a million dollars in jewelry missing and two girlfriends gone...
Super 7, contract in Tuscaloosa & Auburn; new stadiums & facilities, providing services
All-Star Tournaments coming up; Jeff's plans this weekend into next week; games this weekend
June 5, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Mayor Gary Fuller (Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us a rundown of last night's city council meeting
Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) on the Hamilton's Hotline to discuss the notes from last night's city council meeting
Golf Tournament at AU Club yesterday; Atlanta Brave Report; Duke Smith on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the Brave Report, home run records, Cubs and Braves ERA
Process of being accepted into the association; discussing the St. Paul vs. AHSAA case
Major League drafting in the middle of NCAA Super Regionals; Huntsville High School students and graduates attacked on river float trip
June 4, 2019
Coach Larry Gore in-studio this morning; Jeff's recap of golfing yesterday; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Laura Lee Chesser (Opelika Parks & Rec) in-studio, discussing upcoming events in the area including 67th Annual Freedom Celebration on July 3rd, specials happening at the rec center, sharing updates on Sam Bailey & his surgery
Congratulations to Mississippi State, headed into NCAA Super Regional, changing uniforms; Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the change in uniforms, cross pollinating
Atlanta Brave Report; Sam Bailey (Director at Opelika Park & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline, has a Braves question for Jeff, updates on post surgery
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; conversation over advancements to NCAA Super Regionals and predictions; SEC top 3 records in wins; thoughts on SEC allowing alcohol sales at sporting events
Opelika Courthouse Annex ribbon-cutting yesterday, Commissioner Richard LaGrand on the Hamilton's Hotline to speak about the event
AU baseball headed to Chapel Hill this weekend; where do they go from here in selecting the voice of Auburn Tigers; report from Any Burcham
Show closing
June 3, 2019
Coach Joe Wilson in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); discussing Auburn baseball
Atlanta Brave Report; articles on high draft choices
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton’s Hotline…
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Coach Wilson talks golf; soccer All-State Area; requirements from some school in order to play ball; coaching changes
Coach Wilson talking more on golf; Coach Marty Smith hired as Falcon basketball
Reminiscing over Coach Wilson’s career; discussing Coach Nick Saban
May 31, 2019
Rod Bramblett (Voice of the Auburn Tigers) being laid to rest today…
Daniel Moore (Hall of Fame Artist) coming up in the next hour; NBA Basketball Championships; NCAA Softball; foul ball hits a young fan in the crowd at Chicago Cubs game
Atlanta Brave Report
Highland Home hires new football coach; St. Paul’s Episcopal drops lawsuit against AHSAA; dominant teams; Theodore turns to former Mobile-area stars to return baseball and softball teams to prominence
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Daniel Moore on the Hamilton’s Hotline, being inducted into the Hall of Fame, discussing the history in his career, how he came about being an artist, how long it takes to paint
Cathy Gafford (Jean Dean Rif) in-studio this morning, talking about Ride to Read happening tomorrow at Big Swamp, looking back on past events
Domino effect with hiring coaches; Jerry Hood to be new head football coach at Leeds High; coach position openings; George Spence on the Hamilton’s Hotline, Richard Brown retiring
May 30, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, winning the Great Turtle Race, more fundraising plans, speaking on the tragedies Lee County has faced this year, the passing of and importance to the community Rod Bramblett led in the Auburn community, discussion on Hugh Culverhouse Jr. giving $21.5 million to the University of Alabama and wanting it returned, thoughts on free agency in transfer rule, SEC getting more strict on any type of sexual violence
Coach Robert Maddox (Lee-Scott Academy Football) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his retirement after 13 seasons, going over highlights in his career, spotlight on coaches he's worked with
Derek Lee (OPS) in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; discussion on Coach Evan Braun leaving and Richard Brown retiring (both Beauregard High School); coach openings in the area, discussing possible candidates; Auburn Baseball; discussion on how tough it will be to replace the voice of the Auburn Tigers; Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Keith Elliott (Lyman Ward Military Academy Basketball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, calling in to deliver the news on Lyman Ward name change to Southern Preparatory Academy, other possible changes and updates, looking back on history and the recent tragedies in Lee County, updates on his son APD Officer Evan Elliott
Derek Lee on changing the name of the business; "the ever-ending saga of High School Athletics"; East Texas superintendent defending decision to hire Art Briles
May 29, 2019
Golfing yesterday; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Noon Tunes today with Strawberry Whine; Atlanta Brave Report
Raise for teachers; Deontay Wilder to fight Luis Ortiz, date yet to be announced; NASCAR; LSU Men's Basketball Coach Will Wade speaks publicly for the 1st time since his suspension
2019 Auburn Summer 5K Series begins today to June 26th; Auburn Youth Cheerleading Camp; Opelika High School Baseball Camp; Small Group Construction at Lee Scott; Diving Lessons; Junior Golf Classic; Alabama Softball heads to Women's College World Series
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; new track at Auburn High; AMEA announces $125 Million solar farm investment in Montgomery County; coaches on Transfer Portal
Commissioner Richard LaGrand in-studio this morning, discussing the swap with 1520 AM and 910 AM on July 1st; does Jeff run when the baby visits; Legion Field getting an upgrade
Trip Garner (Regional Director at Encore Rehabilitation) on the Hamilton's Hotline, swapping out seasons, staying busy, talking about Coach Jason Gibson for Columbus Lions signing Kamryn Pettway, catching arena games, Peter Drew
May 28, 2019
Coach Larry Gore in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Principal Richard Brown (Beauregard High School) retires; Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Rod Bramblett (Voice of the Auburn Tigers) and his wife, Paula...Auburn and its community, Grand National Park
iHeart Radio High School Media Days coming up in July; Jeff's experience with the Coaches Show and Super 7; Summer Swing Concert Series presents Crossroads this evening and Noon Tunes presents Strawberry Whine tomorrow; SEC brackets
Richard Brown (Beauregard High School) on the Hamilton's Hotline, announced his retirement on Friday after 50 years, processing the fact, looking back over his career
What did everyone do for Memorial Day?; Councilman Bub on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his Memorial Day weekend, the "Chosen One" was in town this weekend, talking about Rod Bramblett
May 24, 2019
D Mark starts us off with the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Jeff is having a hectic morning today, giving us a rundown, prepping for a visit from his grandson, his trip to Walmart, losing track of time; NBA Playoffs: Milwaukee Bucks lose to the Toronto Raptors
Watercooler Talk; Atlanta Brave report
Baseball history; SEC Softball news; Jeff has serious questions, where the money goes within the Conferences
Continuing on Jeff's Conference question
Jeff gives us an updated weather forecast; AU's Connor Pruitt in the 2019 Diving Nationals; starting off your day with exercise; D Mark and Jeff reflect on their childhood and what they thought about when Memorial Day came around; Ms. Lula onthe Hamilton's Hotline, talking about her Memorial Day weekend plans, Auburn Baseball's loss, WNBA kicks off tonight
CEO Terry Rosenthal (The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about graduation, discussing the Yankees and baseball, his end of the year golf tournament coming up in June
May 23, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing the Johnny Stallings Memorial Great Turtle Race Fundraiser, talking about Johnny, the love of fundraising
Auburn lost in Baseball yesterday; Grand National Tournament standings; Atlanta Brave report; Bub on the Hamilton's Hotline, what happened with the lottery situation in Alabama, thinking back to the gas tax in Alabama
Updates on SEC Baseball Tournament; AHSAA out of another lawsuit (St. Paul)
Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) in-studio this morning, bringing in the next segment and giving us an updated weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer), thank you to those who have sacrificed their lives for our country and thanks to those who currently serve our country; D Mark reflects on his visit with Coach Robert Maddox yesterday; updates with Derek and his family, graduations and honors day
Going into college versus signing into the minor leagues
Auburn Ladies Golf; local events coming up
May 22, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark kicks off the show with the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); City of Opelika Council President Eddie Smith on the Hamilton's Hotline, providing notes from last night's city council meeting
Congratulations to all of the graduates this week; SEC Baseball; Atlanta Brave report
Audio from State Representative Steve Clouse, discussion on the lottery bill and where the money goes
Recap of the SEC Baseball Tournament
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Alabama headed to 15th super regional in Softball; post game audio from Auburn vs. Vanderbilt SEC game
History lesson on War of Will in Kentucky Derby; Coach Erik Speakman (Opelika High Football) on the Hamilton's Hotline, recap over the spring game last week, thoughts on the team & preparing for the fall season, quarterback plays and spotlight on other players on the team
Jeff and Coach Washburn on R.O.M.E.O.; Noon Tunes today; services for APD Officer William Buechner; updates on the suspect in custody
D Mark and Coach Washburn invited to an event for Coach Robert Maddox
May 21, 2019
Coach Larry Gore and Laura Lee Chesser (Opelika Parks & Rec) in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); updates on APD Officer Webb Sistrunk in recovery, our thoughts and prayers still go out to those affected by this tragedy; Laura Lee discusses upcoming events in the area, Summer Swing Concert Series, Noon Tunes
Suspect behind the shooting in Auburn has been taken into custody; games broadcasting today; basketball is over, summaries
Audio from Auburn Mayor Ron Anders at yesterday's press conference; Atlanta Brave report
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Opelika Officer Kyle Burdette in-studio this morning, talking about Youth Camp beginning next Tuesday
All eyes on baseball in Birmingham today; Officer Burdette's thoughts on the Opelika Spring game from last week; Basketball Breaking News: Trendon Watford leaving Alabama
Alabama's Deonte Wood now at Jacksonville State University; Reuben Foster has a torn ACL
Golf discussion
May 20, 2019
Breaking news overnight: shooting of three APD officers, one being fatal, our thoughts and prayers go out to all affected; Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, comments and discussion on the Auburn shooting from Sunday night, Jimmy Rane Foundation honored Coach Dye over the weekend, trip down memory lane
News continuing to roll in over last night's shooting in Auburn, audio from press conference and updated reporting
Atlanta Brave report
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); High School graduations this week; congratulations to Coach Matt Hendricks and the Auburn High Softball team for advancing to the semi finals; Cathy Gafford (Jean Dean Rif) in-studio this morning, talking about the Ride the Read coming up June 1st, honoring Lynn Grimes; Mayor Ron Anders (City of Auburn) on the Hamilton's Hotline, speaking on the shooting Sunday night in Auburn, losing the life of APD Officer William Buechner in the line of duty, offering updates on both APD Officers Webb Sistrunk and Evan Elliott
Cathy Gafford gives us more details on the Ride to Read by Jean Dean Rif and Kiwanis...how to register, what all to expect at the event, more on the meaning behind the event
Softball and Baseball action
High School Baseball Championship standings; Laura Lee Chesser (Opelika Sportsplex) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing upcoming events
May 17, 2019
Coach Joe Wilson and Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) in-studio this morning; history lesson on Coach and Derek's background; Auburn (baseball) lost to LSU last night, more discussion on the sport of baseball itself
D-Rock on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about coaching the Orioles, the lead championship and rundown of the tie-breaker game, recognizing other coaches; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about SEC West baseball, last night's Vanderbilt/Kentucky game and stats, standings, and MLB
AHSAA Baseball & Softball updates & brackets; Opelika High hires a new softball coach (Randy Belyeu)
Bessemer City "cleaned house" on football coaches; Atlanta Brave Report; Coach Erik Speakman (Opelika High football) on Jeff Sasser's Hotline (due to bad weather cutting out phone lines), talking about tonight's spring game against Valley, normal game except for kicking, the 9 days preparation, position battling
CEO Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hotline, Johnny Mark Stallings Award given to Brian Kelley, Austin Riley brought up by the Braves to fill-in for Josh Donaldson, Auburn High in Softball playoffs
Leeds looking for a new football coach; John L. Mitchell on the Hotline, wanting to talk to Coach Wilson about D Mark & Jeff coming through the same program
May 16, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates in Texas, fundraising events
Bob Harris (President of Kiwanis Club) & Malcolm Prather (premiere member) & Diane Brennan Knapp (member and former radio enthusiast) in-studio this morning for "Kiwanis On The Air", breaking down the mission and history behind the organization, recognizing sponsors
Continuing "Kiwanis On The Air", learning about Diane Brennan Knapp's career in radio and psychiatric nursing and Malcolm's experience in the Korean War and being on stage with Marilyn Monroe
Opelika Spring Game against Valley tomorrow; continuing "Kiwanis On The Air", mentioning sponsors, projects tackled by Kiwanis, how many members the organization has and how new members can join
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Auburn & Central Softball; Judge Russell Bush & Mary Roberson (Lee County Circuit Clerk) in-studio this morning; continuing "Kiwanis On The Air"
Conversation with Judge Bush and Diane continues; recognizing sponsors for "Kiwanis On The Air"; Richard LaGrand joins the studio; more projects discussed through Kiwanis
May 15, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; Happy Birthday to Doctor Wadsworth; weather forecast brought to us by the Opelika Observer; coach hiring announcement; Coach Matt Johnson (new head football coach of the Beulah Bobcats) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the new position, plans for the season in preparation, discussing his background and career, rundown of Spring season, working with other coaches and transitions
Auburn and Central Baseball; Auburn High girls golf wins second straight Class 7A state championship; Coach Randy Belyeu (new head softball coach at Opelika High School) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about "coming home", his career, review on his life in general and as a coach, "why Opelika", plans for his career at Opelika, rundown of his arrival and plans for the team during the summer, any ideas on assistant coaches
TR Miller High School hires Brent Hubbert from Maplesville
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Coach Brent Hubbert (new head football coach at T.R. Miller High) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing his 15-year career, transitioning, "recharging the battery", talking about his kids in sports
Atlanta Brave Report; Sam on the Hamilton's Hotline, would love D Mark to come clean and admit he's a Brave-hater, more discussion and comments on the Brave report; Auburn and Central to the playoffs
AHSAA in Montgomery, state championships; congratulations to two Opelika athletes; Councilman calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Mars Hill Bible High School athletics, classifications
May 9, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); sending out thoughts and prayers to Mayor Ron Anders and his family; Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates on life, hockey, tournaments and benefit tournaments, his coversation with Sarah Patterson - long-time Gymnastics coach, Alabama coaches
Coach Steve Savarese (AHSAA Executive Director) on the Hamilton's Hotline, inducted into the sports Hall of Fame, spring sports, Choccolocco Park in Oxford, future plans in facilities
"We in here talking about...practice"; Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) in-studio this morning; local sports news, including softball - 7 area teams fighting for state title
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Derek Lee's opinion on the disqualification at Kentucky Derby; Atlanta Brave Report
Alabama Lottery Bill update (questions, comments, concerns); Bub (Distinguished Gentleman of Notasulga) on the Hamilton's Hotline, comments on the Kentucky Derby and the disqualification, softball, instant replay, lottery bill discussion, "Alabama is the fifth most federally contracted state"
Audio of Michael Buffer - discussing boxing
May 8, 2019
Mayor Gary Fuller and Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; Jeff brings in the "first place in low net" from yesterday; LPGA in May; notes from last night's Opelika City Council Meeting
Keeping up with city business; Atlanta Brave Report; Kentucky Derby
Mind games; Coach Washburn's conversation with Coach Savarese; Atlanta pitcher
Noon Tunes today; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Spring training; news out of Athens, AL on "Manly Mondays" by Coach Cody Gross - the importance of first impressions and life lessons; Auburn Golf; school shooting in Colorado
Top Ten Baseball standings; SEC Softball games towards the tournament today & standings
FOX Sports Radio beginning July 1st; Coach Savarese coming on the show tomorrow morning
May 7, 2019
Coach Larry Gore in-studio this morning, talking about his weekend; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Coach Gore's take on the Kentucky Derby, horse disqualified after crossing the finish line; Laura Lee Chesser (Opelika Parks & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates on the family, Summer Swing Concert Series starts up tonight, Noon Tunes continues tomorrow, tumbling registration coming up this month
NBA playoffs; Atlanta Brave Report; Jeff Sasser on the Hamilton's Hotline, why he's not in-studio this morning, heading over to the Grand Nationals, review on the Braves from last night; Spring football, Auburn University Golf
Coach Tina Deese (Opelika Middle School Softball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, team has made it to the sub-states, Choccolocco Park in Oxford, rundown on players, moving the lineup around during the season, how many years she's coached and retirement, how much coaching has changed within her career
Updated weather forecast by D Mark; Coach Gore's trip to the beach and a few detours to watch some sporting events; video replay to be used in the 2019 SEC Softball Tournament
Audio on the SEC Softball Tournament and top picks; team color changes; Auburn/Alabama Baseball game last weekend, Auburn wins 17-7; Andy Burcham (play-by-play voice for Auburn University Sports) on the Hamilton's Hotline, first game Rod Bramblett and himself had done together this season, SEC Network , ins-and-outs of aspects in his career, discussing soccer
What's up with the Mississippi State Bulldogs; more on Spring football and training
May 6, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); National Runners Month; excited about Super 7 in December; AHSAA baseball this weekend, track, Alabama/Auburn Baseball game, Atlanta Brave Report
Audio from Kentucky Derby, "War of Will" disqualified after crossing the finish line; softball
Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his weekend, updates on life, family, and Quail Hollow Gardens, Kentucky Derby
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; results are in for AHSAA track meets
Audio of Coach Melissa Luellen (Auburn Lady Golf) talking about today's NCAA Regional at Saugahatchee Country Club; how is Jeff's golf game, Top Golf; Dabo Swinney and the college basketball trial
Ms. Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the Kentucky Derby, NASCAR
Local sports camps this Spring/Summer, registration now open
May 3, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); local sports; Coach Matt Hendricks (Auburn High Softball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing format in regionals, pitching in last night's game, tournament this week, player spotlights
Bob (Mrs. Storey's Dairy Bar) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Jeff falling in the pool, getting the story straight, Top Golf
Audio of "bad tweets"; area baseball playoffs from yesterday
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast, nasty weather for Kentucky Derby this weekend; Jeff's masterpiece from Junior High; Daniel Moore, artist of the sports memorabilia, inducted into the Hall of Fame last weekend and sent D Mark a gift; Atlanta Brave Report; Caller on the Hamilton's Hotline, wanting to know more about Jeff falling in the pool and questions on his artwork
Terry Rosenthal (CEO, Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, we're still discussing Jeff's pool incident, Spring sports, Coach Nick Saban's hip surgery & modern-day medicine, healthy recovery for any injuries with travel ball coming up
Show close-out
May 2, 2019
Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) in the studio this morning; Jeff gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates in Texas, Hall of Fame Induction from last weekend, updates over at Clemson
Guests coming up on the show; Kentucky Derby favorite pulled from the competition, health issues; postponed game for Lee Scott; baseball
Garden in the Park this weekend; Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Butch Thompson (Auburn University Baseball) in-studio this morning, Alabama coming in this weekend for Baseball, thoughts & updates on the team, relationship with one of Alabama's Baseball coaches, discussing the program and its strategies
Coach Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) & Lee Christian in-studio and Jamie Hill (live from Churchill Downs Racetrack, Seattle Slew) on the Hamilton's Hotline, flashback to 1977 Seattle Slew Kentucky Derby, discussing this year's Kentucky Derby, scratches in the competition, other horses
Triple crown race at 1977 Seattle Slew, discussing the win with Jamie Hill, Lee Christian, & Coach Greg Williams, what are the odds to winning the Kentucky Derby, discussing horses in the race
Announcers at the track, reasoning behind going into horses and process of making a career, the industry of taking care of horses and the technique with the past vs. present
May 1, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); congratulations to 5th grade Raptors team, 13 & 0, Coach Wadsworth's kids a part of that team; story time with D Mark
Atlanta Brave Report; Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High Baseball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, achievements from over the weekend, playoffs, plans and preparation, travelling tomorrow
Coach Butch Thompson got upset yesterday at umpire; continuing the Atlanta Brave Report
University of North Carolina campus shooting; local soccer pairings
Auburn University softball; Jeff and D Mark give us an updated weather forecast; money games; discussing Los Angeles spending $9 billion to host the Olympics, Sam Bailey calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing the fact that our country doesn't have the patriotism as it used to, NASCAR, back into the Olympics, tennis
Scholarships; Ms. Lula calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the Olympics, her predictions on who will win the Kentucky Derby
State track meet coming up this weekend; Auburn & Alabama baseball game this weekend; guest appearances for the remainder of the week; Kentucky Derby this weekend; AHSAA Sectional Championship
April 30, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Morgan Holladay (Tennis Professional, Opelika Parks & Rec) in-studio this morning, talking about Calhoun Tennis Center, shout out on Rick & Bubba, clay and hard courts, promoting Summer Tennis program
Local sports news and congratulations; Jeff talks running; Coach Oliver (Auburn High Track) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about working for Coach Norton, what it feels like to be head coach for ladies' track team at Auburn High and to win sectionals, coaching staff and being a team
Weather forecast for the Run for the Roses Kentucky Derby; Atlanta Brave Report; what we know about the Lottery
Discussing The Orthopaedic Clinic and its physicians; 8 under yesterday in golf; Duke calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on and adding to this morning's golfing conversation
Coach Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) coming by this Thursday to talk about the Kentucky Derby & Jamie Hill (Auburn Graduate) from Churchhill Downs Racetrack to talk as well...3rd generation of horsemen; the process for Kentucky Derby "post positions"; Mr. Arnold on the Hamilton's Hotline, D Mark has a horse that has Bub's name all over it, asking for updates on D Mark's father
Auburn High getting ready for playoffs; North Carolina hires Princeton's Courtney Banghart as the new basketball coach; a lot of NBA about officiating; Coach Bill Ferguson (Auburn High Boys' Soccer) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about last night's victory over Prattville, what's next for playoffs
April 29, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in-studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, update on health tactics, Ray Perkins, Gene Stallings, plans for this week
Coach Jimmy Johnson (Opelika High Track & Field) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, successful weekend, updates on the ladies team and spotlighting runners, updates on the boys team and spotlighting runners, State Meet this week, preparing
Audio from Kentucky Derby, the Run for the Roses on NBC this weekend
Atlanta Brave Report
D Mark kicks off the second hour with an updated weather forecast; Coach Erik Speakman (Opelika High Football) on the Hamilton's Hotline, starting Spring practice this week, what he's looking for this season, Spring game against Valley, how many kids on the team this year and the players coming up, home game schedule
Coach Washburn talks about Doctor Lloyd Nix
Doctor Lloyd Nix (Auburn University) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussion on life and his career, story time about Coach Jordan
Alabama Lottery bill, Coach Saverese's speech, last weekend's Hall of Fame event; Bub on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the conversation over the Hall of Fame event over the weekend
Coach Washburn is just now noticing Jeff's shaved face, congratulations to local Baseball
April 26, 2019
New York Giants pick in NFL Draft; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); updates on local sports; Atlanta Brave Report
"Nick Saban has more first round draft picks than losses", more on NFL Draft; Mark Fuller (Rehab Works) on the Hamilton's Hotline, heading out to go to Nashville, broadcasting, Auburn Baseball, scholarships & tuition
Coach Doug Barfield (AHSAA) in studio this morning; continuing discussion on scholarships and tuition
Coach Barfield's thoughts on the previous Nick Saban story pertaining to first round picks
Going down memory lane with Coach Barfield, times have changed; 68th Annual National Day of Prayer next week; Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates at the clinic, "Baseball Elbows", NFL Draft, where will Auburn's quarterback go?
Bub Langford calls in the Hamilton's Hotline to close out the show...
April 25, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, Bud Moore being inducted this weekend into the Hall of Fame, plans and arrangements for the weekend, updates down in Texas
Atlanta Brave Report; Coach Derek Howell (Opelika High School Soccer) on the Hamilton's Hotline, Monday's Senior Night, discussing the season so far, strategies when cheap shots happen, playoff game
Coach Brown and Mr. Brown at Beulah
Pastor Jeff Meyers and Derek Lee in Studio D this morning, the Brown conversation, weddings, National Day of Prayer next week
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Ask Jeff on Sundays (12 PM on 97.7 KickerFM), everything is HOT in Texas; Ms. Lula on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing D Mark's trip out to Texas, missing wedding dress, her complicated relationship to the Bug Man, her pest problem, NFL Draft
Updates with Derek Lee, coaching/playing baseball; D-Rock calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, updates on his baseball team, player spotlights, upcoming games; baseball updates
Valley Rams Drawdown tomorrow night; upcoming Soccer matches; NFL Draft
Van Riggs joins the studio, talking tee ball this weekend
April 24, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Atlanta Braves Report; local Baseball
Laura Fuller drops by the studio, talking about the 68th Annual National Day of Prayer and the celebration that will be held at the Courthouse Square in Opelika next week
Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High Baseball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing recent games and wins, player spotlights, Enterprise, planning and strategies
Coach success; Coach Evan Braun (Beauregard Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the season so far, upcoming games, planning and strategies, player spotlight, Rehobeth series
Kudos to The Orthopaedic Clinic; Sam Bailey (Opelika Parks & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline, shout out to The Orthopaedic Clinic...sponsor for the fireworks each year...more kudos to the clinic, community partners, new pickle ball court updates, discussing the Braves
Discussion on the Alabama Lottery bill
Nebraska quarterback Logan Smothers transfers to Muscle Shoals
Bub calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, his opinion on electronic bingo and the Alabama Lottery bill
April 23, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Laura Lee (Opelika Parks & Rec) in Studio D this morning giving updates on the family and newest addition, turn out for last weekend's Easter events, upcoming Spring events (Noon Tunes & Summer Swing, for example)
Coach Larry Gore in studio this morning; last weekend's Easter Sunday; Baseball; Opelika Senior Night last night for Soccer; NASCAR talk; Atlanta Brave Report
Coach Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) stops by Studio D, more discussion on the win at the NCEA Championships, accomplishments within the program
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; celebration at Toomers Corner tonight in honor of AU Equestrian; High School Baseball playoffs are underway; Coach Jim Miksis (Lee Scott Academy Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, Senior Night on Thursday, second round of playoffs Thursday, who's going up on the mound/player spotlights
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson gives linemen Amazon stock; CBS Sports signs deal with WNBA, broadcasting 40 games this year
2010 Kentucky Derby audio
April 22, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Auburn University Equestrian wins National Championship; Braves Report and highlights; MLB standings from Jeff; AU Baseball
Coach Jacqueline Button (Opelika High Girls' Soccer) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about winning the area title, Senior Night tonight, player spotlights
Auburn High Baseball; Coach Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing the win over the National Championship
Boys & Girls Club stops by Studio D to talk about the 14th Annual Mayors Ball coming up this weekend
Jeff gives us an updated weather forecast; Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about Easter weekend, AU Equestrian, AU Baseball, transfer rule
Coach Melissa Martin (Lee Scott Academy Soccer) visits Studio D, discussing the win for the first state championship in program history...AISA state championship match, next match coming up, strategy
AHSAA Baseball Playoffs underway
Alabama Sports Hall of Fame
April 18, 2019
Jeff brings in the show with a weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Gary Clayton ("from everywhere" in Jeff's words) in studio this morning, talking about his career; local sports - Auburn & Central; local Baseball rankings
Easter events happening this weekend; Brave Report; discussing Sunday's 2019 Masters & Tiger Woods' career; Opelika Tennis & Soccer
Local Softball rankings
East Alabama Volunteer Recruitment in studio this morning, talking about Join the Fight for Alzheimer's, walk happening in October, Volunteer Kickoff next week
Looking forward to High School Football season
Auburn University Spring game - what was the most impressive part of it to Gary & Jeff?
Jeff and Gary close out the show with Easter plans and spotlights on events this weekend
April 17, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Mayor Gary Fuller (Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline, congratulating Jeff on his first grandson, giving us the breakdown of last night's city council meeting
Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, upcoming games this week, discussing Central Red Devils, setups to play for the area title
Softball highlights; Coach Evan Braun (Beauregard High Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, sharing highlights of recent games, player highlights
D Mark gives us an udated weather forecast; discussing the Notre Dame Cathedral incident; Brave Report; Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us a breakdown of last night's city council meeting
Kudos to Notasulga; continuing the Brave Report; report on Bob Jones; kudos to Opelika
NBA news; Auburn & Opelika Easter activities; Opelika's Mike Spain Invitational at Opelika High School
April 16, 2019
Coach Larry Gore in studio this morning; running plays; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Coach Gore's thoughts on Auburn's A-Day scrimmage; discussing Alabama's Layne Hatcher leaving to go to Arkansas State; the number one Basketball Junior in Alabama transferring from Sacred Heart to Sunrise Christian Academy in Bel Aire, Kansas for his Senior year
Audio on Sunrise Christian Academy; Auburn over Hoover in Lacrosse; Coach Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) on the Hamilton's Hotline, live in Waco, TX for the national championships, what's in his entourage & preparation, list of events this week, discussing awards from last weekend
Thoughts on Russell Wilson getting paid; Brave Report; Coach Gore's thoughts on Coach Cody Flournoy new position at Jackson; Danny Powell retires this month
AHSAA Baseball pairings; Easter activities & events happening this weekend; coach at LSU being reinstated; Warriors vs Clippers NBA game; scores
Van Riggs in studio this morning, discussing new stadium in Birmingham, inside scoop on quarterback at Auburn; Councilman Bub on the Hamilton's Hotline, picking Van's brain on the bet at the Masters
Fox Sports AM, 24/7 beginning July 1st; discussing T-Ball
April 15, 2019
D Mark kicks off the show with the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Tiger Woods wins the Masters; LSU reinstates Will Wade as Basketball coach; Cody Flournoy has accepted head coach position at 5A Jackson; A-Day games from last weekend
More on Tiger Woods winning the Masters; Coach Cody Flournoy (new coach at Jackson) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, congratulations on the new position, coach's thoughts on the new job and opportunity at Jackson
Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the cold front before Easter, Tiger Woods at the Masters, Nick Saban's hip troubles
Tiger Woods record vs. Jack Nicklaus record; Braves Report; SEC Softball & Baseball; upcoming Auburn High/Central High game coming up on Wednesday; Ryan Herring steps down from head coach position in Oxford, relocating to South Georgia
Everybody makes mistakes, more discussion on Tiger Woods; Vanderbilt news & NBA G-League
Captain Kilgore of Opelika PD retires after 29 years of service; Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) awarded Coach of the Year; Jeff gives us an updated weather forecast; Auburn University Equestrian brings home SEC Postseason awards
Young man was killed by a pet Cassowary bird; when will Coach Malzahn name a started quarterback; quarterback stats; Kentucky Derby Day at Storybook Farm coming up in May; Faith Academy has a new girls' Basketball coach
April 12, 2019
Legendary Coach Joe Wilson in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); happy birthday to Judge Harold Smith; A-Day weekend; local baseball updates; Coach Zach Blatt (Opelika High Baseball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing last night's game, team roster, plan going forward and upcoming games in the season
Opelika High Theatre Society in the studio, talking about "The Little Mermaid" musical production, show dates and times, tickets, insights from cast members
Local baseball, brackets, and "playing with what you got"
Previous discussion continues; transfers & common law
Fox Sports AM; D Mark found another friend at the fields in Floral Park; 2019 Masters updates; discussion on the Braves; Cunningham on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking Braves baseball
The rumor is that Jackson High School has found a new coach; Terry Rosenthal (The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing sports physicals at schools, sports medicine program, Final Four and the double-dribble, coaches experimenting
April 11, 2019
Jeff gives us the weather forecast
Big night in local Baseball last night; Brave Report; AHSAA news
Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, speaking at a fundraiser event tonight, discussing Auburn's turnout at the Final Four, A-Day coming up, D Mark & Coach talking about the grandkids
Discussing rule changes & proposals; Baseball area rankings
Derek Lee (OPS One) joins the studio, updates on Opelika Ozone team, teaching moments & frustrations
Audio & discussion on the 2019 Masters opening; curious case of the original pimento cheese recipe; bettor puts $85,000 on Tiger Woods winning the Masters
Discussion on Final Four turnout for Auburn; Ms. Lula calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about baseball, her pest problem & The Bug Man, Final Four, Vanderbilt's new Basketball coach, her prediction on who will win the 2019 Masters
Closing the show; A-Day this weekend festivities
April 10, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Oberver); local Baseball; Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline discussing Alabama, video from Budweiser about Dwayne Wade
Area Baseball; Coach Matt Simo (Auburn High Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about playing Smiths Station tonight, what needs to be done to get into the playoffs, upcoming games, who's on the mound and spotlight on players
Coach Evan Braun (Beauregard High Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us an update from the team, recent and upcoming games
Fox Sports AM, all-sports station; Hall of Fame banquet coming up this month; Brave Report; Sam Bailey (Director at Opelika Parks & Rec) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, comments and further discussion on the Brave Report
A-Day coming up; what was Spring football like back in the day for Coach Washburn?; more discussion on the video Budweiser released on Dwayne Wade
Arnold (Notasulga) on the Hamilton's Hotline, congratulating Jeff on his new grandson, LaFayette baseball, and life updates
April 9, 2019
Coach Larry Gore on the show this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Virginia Cavaliers Final Four Champions; Lee Scott beat Edgewood yesterday; national recognitions; Melissa from Opelika Parks & Rec joins the studio, talking about upcoming events
James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) in the studio; Coach Jason Gibson (Head Coach & Director of Columbus Lions Arena Football) on the Hamilton's Hotline to discuss the Lions, roster, game against Predators on Saturday, team stats
Lee Scott Academy soccer updates with Melissa
What would we do without phones?; Sam Bailey (Director, Opelika Parks & Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline, adding to the conversation, Atlanta Braves
Atlanta Brave Report; discussion on Final Four
James Cooper gives us an update with Western Sizzlin Steakhouse; updates from Jeff on his new grandson
Opelika area games coming up; Auburn & Opelika softball
April 8, 2019
Thoughts and prayers go out to our very own Jeff Sasser, expecting a new grandson today; Coach Dan Washburn inside Studio D this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Auburn's loss in the Final Four but awesome season, Sam Cerio (Senior, Auburn University Gymnastics) injury in the regional gymnastics championship, Spring training
Interview audio with Coach Bruce Pearl after the Final Four, Auburn's basketball season ends, thoughts and comments; Baylor Bears win the National title against Notre Dame
Auburn Softball splits with Tennessee Vols...32 & 8; Central & Hoover playign in the AHSAA Kickoff Classic; Auburn University Baseball against Arkansas over the weekend, upcoming games during this week; Brave Report; Donaldson and Acuna trade
NCA men tonight; SEC standings in softball & baseball; Coach Scott Meadows (Beauregard High Softball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, speaking on updates in the community, his third year as softball coach, specifics on the team stats, schedule for the rest of the season, team roster
Eric Musselman as new basketball head coach at Arkansas; other coach hirings; AHSAA Kickoff Classic; Coach Washburn explains how complaints were looked upon
Trip down memory lane
Miss Lula calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, requesting thoughts and prayers for Bub the Bug Man, the double dribble foul at the Final Four,
April 5, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Dixie Boys registration; discussing Beauregard areas; Coach Zach Blatt (Opelika High School) on the Hamilton's Hotline discussing baseball, most recent games against Central & Auburn, next up Russell County, discussing their pitchers, spotlight on players
Auburn NCAA Wilson Basketballs; voting on the lottery, paper tickets vs online; Hall of Fame Coach Danny Petty retires; Daniel Nolan leaves Gulf Shores
Any watercooler talk going on
St. Paul is hiring a new basketball coach; AHSAA Champions Challenge changed to AHSAA Kickoff Classic
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Bob Ibach (former Chicago Cub PR Director) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, speaking about the Auburn NCAA Wilson Basketballs for sale
Football openings; George Spence (Hamilton's) on the Hamilton's Hotline, Jeff talks about dinner at Hamilton's last night, Auburn at the Final Four, menu specifics, updates in Beauregard
Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing updates, young Russell County baseball players, Final Four - women's and men's
Good luck to the Auburn Tigers in the Final Four, birthday & anniversary shoutouts
April 4, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, congratulating Auburn University going to the Final Four, Baylor Bears, Alabama football and spring practice, grandson out in Clemson
Discussing the value of authority; Trip Garner (Encore Rehabilitation) on the Hamilton's Hotline, tells a story about Coach Gene Stallings
Local Baseball, Soccer, Tennis updates and spotlights; Brave Report
Richard LaGrand (Lee County Commissioner) & Derek Lee (OPS One) in studio this morning; new Guthrie's in town; Auburn University in the Final Four
Continuing discussion on Auburn University Basketball; new coach at St. Paul; Mark Jones has decided to not retire from the AHSAA
Councilman Bub calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, being on the cell phone, Notasulga nature, Auburn University in Final Four and picks, 30 minute phone break for Cardinals
April 3, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the guest lineup for today and the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Mayor Gary Fuller (Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing last night's city council meeting
Storybook Farm Kentucky Derby Day; Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High Baseball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, beating Opelika last night, highlights, breaking down Smiths Station and Central teams, remaining schedule for the season, umpires, discussing college basketball
The crew makes a special birthday call; Opelika & Auburn Soccer; Coach Evan Braun (Beauregard Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, highlights on game against Brewbaker Tech, player highlights, upcoming games
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, comments and discussion on Auburn & Final Four, flashbacks to attending past games, notes from last night's city council meeting
More discussion on Auburn & Final Four; trip down memory lane; Brave Report; Bill calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, has a question for Jeff and comment on the Brave Report
Wrapping up with local sports; congratulations to Coach Jim Miksis (Lee-Scott Academy) and the Warriors on the area championship
April 2, 2019
Coach Larry Gore joins the studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by The Opelika Observer); Tyler McGill (Opelika Swim Coach at Opelika Parks & Rec) talking about swimming updates & lessons
Jeff's Triathlon; Opelika Middle School Lady Bulldogs Softball; Opelika High School Baseball; Baylor Lady Bears making it to the Final Four
Bob Ibach (former Chicago Cubs PR Director) on the Hamilton's Hotline, covering his career, talking about the limited edition Wilson Final Four basketballs where all proceeds will be going towards the American Red Cross of East Alabama & Lee County Disaster Relief Fund
iHeartMedia's Annual Lee County Humane Society Family Fun Day coming up this Saturday; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Brave Report & highlights; Duke on the Hamilton's Hotline, disappointed in Jeff, comments on the Brave Report
End of Winter sports; thoughts and comments on Auburn Basketball & the Final Four; breakdowns reported of every team in the Final Four; JaTarvious Whitlow commented on the starting quarterback position at Auburn
Storybook Farm Kentucky Derby Day coming up in May; equestrians/jockeys; A-Days coming up; new coaches at Madison County
April 1, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in the studio this morning; Final Four is set, congratulations to Auburn Men's Basketball; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Quail Hollow Farm; catching up with Coach Pat Dye on the Hamilton's Hotline
Discussing the Auburn Basketball game; Sam Bailey on the Hamilton's Hotline talking about frustrating parts of the game
Softball & Baseball updates
Rules and exposure; Spring sports; Soccer For A Cure this past weekend
Area Baseball updates
Big Drawdown for the Valley Rams coming up on the 26th; Brave Report; Ms. Lula calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, her (Bub the Bug Man's) predictions for the Final Four; Ben Taylor in Studio D talking about the Storybook Farm Kentucky Derby Day coming up on May 4th
March 29, 2019
Jeff gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); local sports updates & spotlights; Coach Doug Barfield joins Studio D, discussing baseball with Coach Zach Blatt (Opelika) about yesterday's game against Benjamin Russell, spotlight on players & positions, and what's next for the season
Coach Barfield's comments on Coach Nick Saban and Coach Bear Bryant's success and career, salaries, turnovers in the staff
D Mark gives us a weather forecast update; Brave Report and predictions; upcoming games
The crew talk about the AHSAA, cases, following the rules; Terry Rosenthal (CEO, The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing updates, reminiscing, Mike Elko at Texas A&M and his huge salary, Notre Dame facilities, Mike Avernatti in trouble with extorting Nike
Highlights from coach Doug Barfield on being a part of the Opelika community
March 28, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline, paying coaches, past and present coaches, updates on the ranch, what basketball he's been watching (other than Auburn of course), and his weekend plans
Nate Oats has been hired as the new Basketball coach at Alabama; the quest begins for the Atlanta Braves today/Opening Day, The Brave Report
Karen and Mike from FEMA and SBA are in studio, talking about the work involved in recovery efforts from the tornados in Lee County, new location for disaster relief, and more updates
Duke calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us a Braves Report of his own, lineup and rotation; fifteen players from Alabama High Schools/Colleges will begin on the active roster today
D Rock calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, first game for Opelika Dixie Youth, update on his team, Opening Day this upcoming Saturday, team lineups, his thoughts on the Opening Day for the Major Leagues; Michael Avenatti being charged with threatening Nike
New team rankings have been released
March 27, 2019
D Mark gives us a brief rundown of today's guests and Jeff gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); congratulations to Lee-Scott Academy baseball team and Glenwood Girls' soccer team on wins; Alabama beat Auburn last night at the MAX Capital Classic; Opelika High Boys' soccer team's win over Alabama Christian; Dadeville Softball, big win last night
Robert calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, Avery Johnson is gone, potentials to take his spot, Alabama beating Auburn in baseball; Coach Dan Washburn's ROMEO group; Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us updates on the season so far, upcoming games, Harris County baseball team, coaches and players from Buckhorn, team from New York
Coach Bill Ferguson (Auburn High Boys' Soccer) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us updates on the team as well as upcoming games, specific players, details on Soccer For A Cure and the lineups
Officer Greg Johnson (Auburn PD) joins Studio D; D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Johnson talks about the 3rd Annual Mother/Son Date Night coming up this Friday, hosted by L.E.A.P.S.
Conversation on coaches & analysts; Mr. & Miss Basketball; spotlight on AISA players; AHSAA news and spotlighted players & schools; crossovers through districts
Councilman on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the weather (pollen), who would D Mark hire as Avery Johnson's replacement at University of Alabama, coach salaries, gas taxes
March 26, 2019
Jeff gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Mike Lutzenkirchen speaking at Opelika High today about the foundation's new initiative, 43 Key Seconds (spreading awareness on distracted and impaired driving); Coach Larry Gore joins the studio
Pamela Driver and David Scott (Opelika Parks & Rec/Covington Rec Department) stop by the studio, discussing registration sign-ups and upcoming events
Lacrosse; MAX Capital Classic tonight between Alabama and Auburn in Montgomery; Coach Button (Opelika High Girls' Soccer) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the season so far, 1-1 in the area & 6-4 overall, Soccer For A Cure event
Municipal Park & Pepperell Branch; who will fill the Alabama coach position?; audio on NCAA Sweet 16 players
Jeff gives us an updated weather forecast; Springtime in Alabama; Rob Gronkowski retiring; Auburn University Gymnastics; Auburn University Golf
Vice President Pence coming to Alabama, additional speakers; local sports area plays
Story on Michael Avenatti; NCAA games coming up
March 25, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in the studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by Opelika Observer); Soccer For a Cure; Auburn University Basketball wins, Avery Johnson officially out of University of Alabama
Coach Pat Dye calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about trail and horseback riding, Auburn University Basketball, NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 this Friday
Coach Matt Hendricks (Auburn High Softball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us a rundown of the season, talking tournament possibilities, discussion on the team's pitching and how the team is overall
Good pitching; the best softball team(s) Coach Washburn saw
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; local sports; Sam Bailey (Athletic Director, Opelika Parks & Rec) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to comment on Auburn University basketball & other teams/games
President Trump declared exoneration; Alabama lottery story; University of Alabama coach opening
Spring sports season; Opelika Dixie Boys registration starts up today; Rob Gronkowski announces retirement
Audio from Kentucky Derby; Commissioner gathering from yesterday; MAX Capital City Classic tomorrow in Auburn
March 22, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR VERY OWN JEFF SASSER; we call Van to let him know about the birthday boy and some spotlight on the prize wheel that spins every weekday on 97.7 KickerFM; NCAA Basketball, Auburn University up against New Mexico State Aggies yesterday (78-77 win); University of Alabama Basketball about to have another coach, the downfall of Coach Avery Johnson
Coach Jim Miksis (Lee-Scott Academy Baseball) and daughter Lilly Claire in studio this morning, talking about the season so far and the recent Nashville trip for the team, swing simulators, prom night at Lee-Scott Academy tonight, tomorrow's game against Dominion Christian, more upcoming games
Worst counties to live in; discussion on Auburn University versus New Mexico State Aggies basketball game from yesterday and other games; Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Church Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline, giving us updates on life, discussing the Baylor Bears, quick update on Samaritan's Purse (this Saturday being the last day to volunteer for clean up)
Story on Robertsdale hiring former South Alabama assistant Chase Smith to lead it's football program; Jackson High School has an opening after Danny Powell's retirement from head coach of football
Jeff's plans for his birthday, looking forward to his new grandson's arrival; coaches; the bill proposed for Alabama to vote on the lottery; Coach Melissa Luellen (Auburn University Women's Golf) stops by Studio D, discussing how the team's going as far as ranking and as a whole, Evans Derby Experience this weekend, spotlight on her golfers
Sam Bailey (Director, Opelika Parks & Rec) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, comments and discussion on Auburn being favored against Kansas in the 2nd round of the NCAA Tournament match up
March 21, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Town meeting for Smiths Station & Beauregard tornado survivors tonight; Hamilton's Hotline: Coach Gene Stallings taking a trip down memory lane, talking about new transfer rules, how the NCAA gets funded, top two royalties, updates on Clemson
Terry White (Environmental Services, City of Opelika) in Studio D this morning, discussion on recycling, the Green Wall, contamination, recycling awareness, Recycle Right Opelika sites
Derek Lee (Director, OPS One) visits the studio; NCAA Tournament started this week; high school sports poll rankings are out; Hamilton's Hotline: Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High Baseball) talking about poll rankings, how break went, recent and upcoming games, their game against Benjamin Russell, Senior breakfast
Norfolk State beat Alabama in Basketball last night (80-79); comments and predictions on Auburn University's NCAA Tournament First Round coming up today against New Mexico State Aggies; NCAA brackets
Derek Lee's coaching
Local High School Baseball records and recent games
March 20, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Mayor Gary Fuller (Opelika) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about last night's city council meeting
Coach Washburn talks about the AHSAA Coaches Hall of Fame Luncheon from Monday; thoughts on Coach Danny Powell retiring; discussion on being a coach
Updates on Opelika Baseball; Coach Evan Braun (Beauregard Baseball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about Tuscaloosa County's visit to Beauregard school last week and helping Payton Wadley, how the team's doing, team stats, the season so far and upcoming games
D Mark gives us an update on the weather forecast; Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to shed some light on last night's city council meeting
Updates on Lee-Scott Academy Baseball, Auburn JV Soccer; update on Coach Rush Propst story
Coach Washburn talks about the speeches given and details from the AHSAA Coaches Hall of Fame Luncheon
Conversation on Bub and Coach Pat Dye; Nick Saban and Bill Belichick at Spring Pro Day yesterday; AHSAA Spring sports
March 19, 2019
Coach Larry Gore in Studio D this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); latest Opelika Baseball games; errors; Coach Rush Propst terminated by Colquitt County
Coach Gore talks about the Auburn/Tennessee Basketball game; Baylor Bears; Yukon; Jeff asks what state has the highest price on beer - venues and sales
Spring practices coming up and Auburn University scrimmages, four players injured; audio from Auburn's Basketball win against Tennessee for the SEC title and commentary on Spring practices
Coach Gore talks about the pace of the Auburn/Tennessee Baseball game from last weekend; news on Opelika Middle School Softball from the weekend; news in Auburn High Track; congratulations to Auburn University Gymnastics from their meet on Friday against Air Force Academy
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Coach Danny Powell (Jackson Aggies) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about his official retirement, discusses his run during his career, giving pieces of advice to other coaches out there
Some advice from Coach Larry Gore; discussion of working with coaches and discussion on Coach Avery Johnson
Auburn University Gymnastics headed to the SEC Championships; Braves report (brought by Cannon Carpet One in Opelika)
SEC report over pre-Auburn versus Tennessee game; Jeff asks Coach Gore what sports they had back when he was in school; city council meetings - both Auburn and Opelika, which we'll hear about on tomorrow morning's show; Councilman dials into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the weather, D Mark brings up what Ms. Lula was talking about yesterday, asking if Coach Powell was going back to coach at another school
March 18, 2019
Spring Break; Coach Dan Washburn in studio; Auburn beats Tennessee in the SEC tournament; AHSAA Coaches Hall of Fame luncheon today; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); recap audio from the SEC network, MVP of the SEC: Bryce Brown; Coach Pat Dye on Hamilton's Hotline, comments and discussion on the Auburn Tigers taking home the SEC tournament win
Steve Savarese (Executive Director, AHSAA) on the Hamilton's Hotline, down memory lane, Rawlins & Wilson equipment and the rules, comments and discussion on the Auburn Tigers taking home the SEC tournament win, Final 4, Super 7, AHSAA Coaches Hall of Fame
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; baseball tournament; Coach Nick Richardson (Tuscaloosa County) brought team and donation to Beauregard and Payton Wadley; local sports; Auburn High School wins over the weekend; AHSAA Coaches Hall of Fame Luncheon today, Coach Washburn gives us a run down of the event
Miss Lula calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, Bug Man stocking up on propane, discussion over Auburn winning the SEC tournament against Tennessee, keeping coaches, her plans for the day to prep for upcoming basketball games
More audio from SEC coverage; upcoming basketball games breakdown; baseball this weekend; SEC softball and baseball
Robert calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Coach Avery Johnson
March 15, 2019
William Jackson (Director of Recreation Programs, Auburn Parks & Rec) in studio this morning; D Mark gives us a rundown of today's guests, the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Bill talks about the Frostbit Open Golf Tournament coming up this weekend; Will Schusterick (three-time U.S. Disc Golf Champion) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his career, how and why disc golfing, hosting a free instructional clinic for disc golf beginners at the Opelika Sportsplex
Head Coach Zach Blatt (Opelika Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the East Alabama Classic tournament, 7-3 win over Beauregard and most recent games, bringing us up to date with the team, setting up the lineups; Coach Jeff Graba (Auburn University Gymnastics) in Studio D this morning, talking about what he was good at as a gymnast, tonight's meet against Air Force Academy, "organic depth"
Reminiscing; D Mark has breaking news: Alabama and Auburn won yesterday, more on SEC; local sports; Councilman Bub calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the weather, updates with him, Auburn High and Smiths Station High Schools rankings, East Alabama Classic tournament, Opelika High rankings
D Mark gives us a weather update; Daniel Sexton (Chief, Smiths Station Fire & Rescue) joins Studio D, giving us an update on tornado recovery, Mount Olive Church opens up a disaster recovery center, explaining wreckage from the tornado; Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, Super 7 to be hosted in Auburn this Fall due to a construction project in Tuscaloosa
On the Mark is the only media outlet to report changes to the Super 7
Jeff talks about being a team host for Super 7; Terry Rosenthal (CEO, The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing Super 7, Coach Rush Propst fired by Colquitt County, coaches caught up in the whole paying players situations, picks for NFL, substances, proposed Baseball rules changing
Head Coach Nick Richardson (Tuscaloosa County Baseball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, in town for the East Alabama Classic tournament, specifics on his 7A program in Tuscaloosa County, games today and tomorrow, helping out Payton Wadley's family out of Beauregard
March 14, 2019
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline giving us updates on life, discussing the highest paid line backer from Alabama in the NFL and recruitment, Nick Saban's 2020 class, keeping up with college basketball, Coach Sanderson, LSU basketball coach mishap, and talking about his grandson at Clemson
Derek Lee (OPS One) joins Studio D; local softball updates
FEMA and EMA in studio to give us tornado recovery updates
Providence Baptist and Mount Olive as the 2 new disaster recovery centers; Derek Lee on what can cause power outages, talking about Conner Pruitt's success, getting students into college and sports, Coach Avery Johnson's future at University of Alabama, finalists for "Mr. & Miss Basketball" are in; Conner Pruitt (Auburn Swim & Dive) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the NCAA Championship that he's headed to and the road up until now
"Mr. Basketball" finalists; High School polls for Baseball and Softball
Talk on street in Notasulga being named after Coach Robert Sikes, Derek Lee drove through Sasser, GA; Auburn University's big weekend in SEC sports; College Freshmen athletes
March 13, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Bruce Pearl (Auburn University Men's Basketball) and a few of his players and staff spent some time with Beauregard Elementary School; gas tax; SEC Basketball Tournament starting with UGA vs Missouri tonight; discussion over Will Wade and Christian Dawkins situations
Coach Evan Braun (Beauregard High Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, prepping throughout the season, ballplayer Payton Wadley and family, upcoming games
Discussing ongoing and further relief efforts from the tornado in Lee County; ranking SEC coaches by salary (USA Today)
Opelika High sports highlights
Arnold Pattillo calls into the Hamilton's Hotline has a question for D Mark, tornado tragedy in Lee County; Officer Gregory Johnson (Sergeant, Auburn PD) visits the studio, discussing the Mother/Son Date Night event coming up March 29th
Hello to Uncle Don, Coach Washburn talks about R.O.M.E.O. (Retired Old Men Eating Out) & Men on Fire; plans for new outdoor facility in Birmingham
No basketball extension announced in the BJCC, Final 56
AHSAA Hall of Fame inductions on Monday; Davenport case update
March 12, 2019
Guests lined up for the show; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Larry Gore in the studio this morning; D Mark and Coach Gore want to start a bell team; story on LSU's Basketball coach Will Wade; Robert Calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the Christian Dawkins situation - "staging tournaments and coordinating AAU teams while he was still attending high school" (Schlabach & Goodman, 2017) - and his prediction on the Crimson Tide
Trip Garner (Regional Director, Encore Rehabilitation) and Regina Meadows (Program Director, Circles of Opelika) come into studio to talk about Circles of Opelika, needing volunteers; Coach Carolyn Wright (Central Girl's Basketball Head Coach) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, she's being inducted into the AHSAA Hall of Fame, sharing with us her career path
Continuing conversation with Trip Garner and Regina Meadows about Circles of Opelika, needing volunteers, upcoming meetings, contact information, and who all is involved already
Discussing tornado relief here in Lee County; local sports in soccer, softball, and baseball; Sam Bailey (Director, Opelika Parks and Rec) on the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on Connor Pruitt dying his hair, updates with the rec department, Jeff asks about Pickle Ball, Frostbite Open golf tournament this weekend, and Patrice Lipscomb as new assistant director at Opelika Parks and Rec
Discussion about Ira Bowman (Auburn University Basketball assistant coach) testifying "on Friday that he took around $300,000 in bribes from Philip Esformes to get his son, Morris, on the basketball team" (Weese, 2019); Connor Pruitt (Auburn University Swimming & Diving) headed to NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships
Coach Jim Miksis (Lee-Scott Academy Head Baseball Coach) and family join Studio D, talking about taking the team to Nashville, breakdown games last week and the weeks to come; Senior Pastor Rusty Sowell (Providence Baptist Church in Beauregard) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the recovery efforts after the tornado in Lee County, and what the experience is like throughout this process
D Mark, Jeff and Coach Gore close out the show with appreciation to guests
Schlabach, M., & Goodman, J. (2017, October 09). How Christian Dawkins went from unknown to key figure in a scandal that could bring down college basketball. Retrieved March 12, 2019, from http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/20946451/how-christian-dawkins-went-unknown-central-figure-scandal-rocked-college-basketball
Weese, J. (2019, March 12). Report: Auburn basketball assistant coach Ira Bowman suspected in bribery case. Retrieved March 12, 2019, from https://www.theplainsman.com/article/2019/03/pcr9mmgx7lqaxta
March 11, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Auburn city schools on Spring Break; Auburn Univeristy and Univeristy of Alabama basketball; Coach Dan Washburn's talk with Coach Steve Saverese; flipping over to the Hamilton's Hotline, Coach Pat Dye on the line this morning, catching up with Daylight Savings Time, and discussing sports
Highlights on Auburn University basketball game against Tennessee, Coach Pearl filling up the arenas; comments on President Trump visiting Lee County last Friday
Conner Pruitt (Auburn University) getting ready for NCA Zone B Diving Championship
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Opelika baseball; Birmingham Legion FCA soccer; District 4; congratulations to Hall of Fame inductees
Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Church Opelika) comes into Studio D, talking about tornado relief efforts -- Samaritan's Purse -- and volunteering (spvolunteer.org); First Baptist Opelika Ask Jeff program on 97.7 KickerFM
March 7, 2019
D Mark starts off the morning with the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, comments/concerns on the tornado here in Lee County, updates on Mrs. Ruth Ann, keeping up with sports, and how/why he went from pros to college
Yesterday's baseball game between Auburn High and Opelika High; article on the difference between Auburn and Alabama basketball by al.com; Robert dials into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk sports
The link to Lee County GoFundMe page on the website (all proceeds go towards recovery efforts); fake news; Opelika Lions Club Pancake Jamboree; Derek Lee (OPS One) joins the studio, comments on the tornado and those effected here in Lee County, and sharing a story from his childhood with an experience with a tornado
Sheriff Jay Jones & Commissioner Robert Ham in the studio, discussing the devestation from the tornado here in Lee County, spreading love out there to those effected and those stepping up to help, recovery efforts, volunteering and what people can do to help
Discussion on admiration towards Sheriff Jay Jones, Commissioner Robert Ham, all first responders and everyone who have coordinated together to help Lee County through the devastation from the tornado; Derek Lee (OPS One) discusses their part in recovery
D Rock calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, sending out thoughts and prayers to those effected by the tornado in Lee County, discussing Alex Trebek story, and sharing great news about his baseball team (11-12 yo)
Councilman Bub calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, commenting on the tragedy here in Lee County due to the tornado, Marbury classification, 2019 Freedom Bowl
March 6, 2019
Coach Dan Washburn in studio D this morning; D Mark gives us the rundown of guests that will be on this morning and the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Mayor Gary Fuller on the Hamitlon's Hotline, commenting on the tragedy here in Lee County after Sunday's tornado, keeping us in the know from the city council meeting
Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline, gives us a rundown of his team in stats, looking forward to tonight's game against Opelika, goes over his starting lineup
Coach Dewayne Drakeford (former Beauregard Boys Basketball coach) calls into the Hamitlon's Hotline, Nazareth Baptist Church will be a distribution center for tornado victims
Mayor Ron Anders (Auburn) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to comment on the tragedy from Sunday's tornado in Lee County, city council meeting notes; Lee-Scott Academy track meeting results; Alabama State Department of Education requesting funds from Education Funding to defend Mary Scott Hunter, being sued
Rival game with Auburn High and Opelika High tonight; Coach Jim Miksis (Lee-Scott Academy Baseball) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about last night's win against Glenwood, highlights from the game, upcoming games in the season
March 5, 2019
Coach Larry Gore and Tyler McGill (Opelika Parks & Rec/Head Swim Coach) update on new baby; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); Tyler talks about swim school, upcoming swim events and learning opportunities (children and adults), how he started in swimming, how it's never too late to learn how to swim and fall in love with the water, and USA Swim
Local Track meet results; Coach Gore comments on the tornado here in Lee County from last Sunday; Coach Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) joins Studio D, commenting on the tornado in Lee County, taking care of business at SMU, big wins over the season, upcoming match with UGA on Friday
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; AU Baseball & AU Basketball; audio from Governor Kay Ivey during yesterday's press conference with Lee County EMA on Sunday's tornado
Coach Pat Dye calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the tragedies in Lee County from the tornado, AU sports
March 4, 2019
News on the tornado in Lee County that came through yesterday; Coach Dan Washburn in the studio this morning; Chief John McCarron (Opelika Police) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to comment on the tragedy through the tornado, volunteers coming in from surrounding states to help out, stats on the tornado and the areas/roads affected the most, and what people can do to help out; school closings in Lee County
Audio from Sheriff Jay Jones at press conference this morning; Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Church in Opelika) on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates on what people can do to help, and where to send donations to.
Local Basketball, 14 champions
SEC
D Mark previews guests for today's show; HAPPY 3rd BIRTHDAY, J MARK!; weather forecast (brought by the Opelika Observer); congratulations to Auburn High for a great basketball season; Trip and Chad (Encore Rehabilitation) in the studio to talk about National Athletic Trainers Month, helping with the AHSAA Basketball Tournament, transition of treatment
Coach Duke Smith (Auburn High Golf) and Dave King inside Studio D this morning, King Ford dealership, the passing of and remembering Joe King, Joe King Memorial Golf Tournament
Junior Morgan (Opelika Lions Club) stops by Studio D; Opelika Lions Club Pancake Day on March 9th; new memberships; commentary on Opelika Lady Bulldogs game tomorrow and Auburn High's loss yesterday but great season; Georgia High School Football vent page and job board
Terry Rosenthal (CEO of The Orthopaedic Clinic) dials in on the Hamilton's Hotline, updates at the clinic, upcoming spring sports
Coach Dan Washburn in the studio this morning; down memory lane with D Mark; breaking news: Mark Rose is the new coach at Russell County (appearing later); D Mark gives us the weather forecast (Opelika Observer); what's going on at the BJCC today? Opelika Basketball, scores and pairings from around the AHSAA in Basketball; Coach Courtney Pritchett (Auburn High Girls Basketball) on the Hamilton's Hotline cheering on Opelika at the 6A Semifinals, itinerary and preparation for Auburn High Girls Basketball for their trip to Birmingham for tomorrow's game in 7A Final 4
AHSAA does a great job with accommodations for travelling teams; highlights over Opelika High Baseball game against Wetumpka yesterday; Coach Mark Rose (new head football coach for Russell County) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about his new position and his excitement over it, a look back over his career, the challenge at Russell County, and what's his first move as the new coach?
Story on Colquitt County high school football coach Rush Propst's suspension, conversation on his coaching career, Georgia Professional Standards Commission; Lee-Scott Academy soccer
Coach Duke Smith (Auburn High Golf) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the 19th Annual Joe King Memorial Golf Tournament coming up; Opelika Invitational track meet this weekend; Auburn University Men's Basketball game against Georgia tonight; GA Tech moving five home football games to Mercedes-Benz Stadium; Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline, discussing transgender high school athletes controversy with "unfair advantages", D Mark changing the subject towards Alabama basketball
Audio of report on MLB Pitch Camp; Trinity Tennis team advanced to finals and semi-finals; Catcher Brian McCann returning to Atlanta Braves; Arnold Patillo on the Hamilton's Hotline on high school baseball season
Coach Larry Gore in the studio this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (Opelika Observer); Coach Jeff Graba (Auburn University Gymnastics) in Studio D this morning, talking about latest meets/wins, how the team is doing, Texas Woman's University, upcoming meet against University of Alabama this Friday in Tuscaloosa, competitions and the SEC, the goal on the road, and more.
Discussing the athletics behind Gymnastics; highlighting Final 4 Basketball games this week; Coach Devin Booth (Opelika High Ladies Basketball) on the Hamilton's Hotline serving up a rundown of the team and how they're doing as far as preparation for the 6A Final 4 Tournament, what AHSAA does to help prepare the team, the Final 4 meeting last weekend, and looking back at their game against Carver -- comparing expectations to tomorrow's game.
What happened to Coach Gore's cell phone; results from the first round of the Final Four on Monday
Jeff Jerkins (Bubba's Medicine Shop) on the Hamilton's Hotline talking about any sickness spreading around, O Town Ice Cream; North-South All-Star Football game; Russell County hiring a new coach today
Coach Dan Washburn comes in to join Studio D; D Mark gives us an updated 5-day weather forecast; applause and congratulations to Coach Devin Booth (Opelika High Ladies Basketball); AHSAA vs Davenport case update, AHSAA lawyer Jim Williams
Southeastern Conference referee Anthony Jordan "didn't mean to show any favoritism towards any school" over social media post, following controversy; Alabama and West Virginia have decided on home-and-home football series
Kentucky Derby race begins; Georgia vs Auburn football game moving to October rather than later in the season; Ben Taylor stops in to talk about the Auburn Chili Cook-off this weekend, benefiting Storybook Farm
More on Auburn moving the game against Georgia to October
D Mark starts off the show with the weather forecast; lineup of guests for this week; Baseball season so far for local high schools; Final 56 Basketball tomorrow; Auburn Ladies Basketball win against Missouri yesterday
Coach Pat Dye calls into the Hamilton's Hotline giving us the updates on the tree farm in Notasulga with the back-and-forth weather, Auburn University hiring Coach McGriff, meeting up with Coach Gene Stallings last week, and discussing big wins for Auburn University sports this past weekend
Back with Coach Dye talking about the Auburn and Opelika High School Ladies Basketball in the Final 56, catching a Baseball game, Auburn University Athletic Director Allen Greene talking about a new football facility
Coach Matt Hendricks (Auburn High Softball) on the Hamilton's Hotline discussing how things are with the team this year so far, spotlight on a few players and seniors, upcoming games and tournament
D Mark talks about how we can hear/watch the Basketball tournament and the big news D Mark found out over the weekend
An updated weather forecast from D Mark; Southeastern Championships; Birmingham Iron undefeated; Lacrosse; ant hills; Dustin Johnson wins 2019 WGC-Mexico; the caddy debacle between Matt Kuchar and David Ortiz; Bryce Harper meeting with Dodgers
Coach Jim Miksis (Lee-Scott Academy Baseball Coach) on the Hamilton's Hotline giving us updates on the family, the team so far this season, what's "fresh and new" at Lee-Scott Academy, clay shoot at Auburn Oaks, upcoming games, his coaching career so far, and spotlight on some players/seniors
Director Jamie Lee (Alabama High School Athletic Directors and Coaches Association) on the Hamilton's Hotline, live from the BJCC, giving us a visual of new flooring at the BJCC, directions/traffic to the venue and parking
Politics; Bob Godsey as new football coach at Madison Academy; more on staffing coaches locally
D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Basketball Regionals are finished, moving on to the Final Four playoffs next week in Birmingham; AHSAA vs Davenport case updates
Auburn University Baseball playing Central Florida this weekend; Coach Evan Braun (Beauregard Baseball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to go over this season's team, the senior class, and the upcoming season as a whole.
Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Church Opelika) joins the studio this morning; discussing soccer and lacrosse
Bowling is brought up in conversation; University of Alabama has hired two more new coaches; opinions on Nick Saban and his coaching staff; Derek Lee (Director at Opelika Power Services) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, trying to talk Pastor Jeff into becoming a coach, discussing Rec League Basketball, updates going on at Opelika Power Services, Jeff changing his shoe branding from Nike to Reebok; Nike stocks go down
Terry Rosenthal (CEO of The Orthopaedic Clinic) on the Hamilton's Hotline, brought into the conversation about bowling, Handley Basketball, teams advancing to the Final Four, spring sports, Terry's take on SEC Basketball and Nike stock going down, and talk on Grant Williams
Pastor Jeff Meyers gives us a quick rundown of events coming up at First Baptist Church Opelika
D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach Gene Stallings calling into the Hamilton's Hotline
Coach Gene Stallings shares with us the story of Hugs Cafe in McKinney, TX (the mission of Hugs is to enhance the lives of adults with special needs through training and employment), and discussing the University of Alabama coaching staff
James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) joins the show this morning; more discussion on coaching staff and coordinators; Auburn University Men's Basketball game against Arkansas from yesterday; Coach Malzahn announced Wesley McGriff coming to rejoin Auburn University coaching staff as defensive assistant; Auburn University Baseball win against Alabama A&M yesterday
Coach Bruce Pearl (Auburn University Men's Basketball) interview from ESPN; update on the AHSAA vs Davenport case
Auburn High and Opelika High Basketball teams in the Final Four; D Mark goes over Basketball pairings
James Cooper talks about what's going on at Western Sizzlin (Kids' Night every Thursday, buffet until 4 PM); Trip Garner (Encore Rehabilitation) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline and talks about Basketball regional games, comparing venues, upcoming Final Four next week, and Jeff gets some training advice from Trip; updates on local High School sports
Discussing Georgia and Mississippi State Basketball game from yesterday and the bizarre ending of the game
James Cooper brings up March Madness; salary of college football assistant coaches
Councilman Bub calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about the shooting incident involving the officer from the Auburn Police Department from last week, updates going on in Notasulga, opinions on college coach staffing and games
Coach Washburn joins the show this morning; thoughts and prayers go out to Joe Jackson; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Mayor Gary Fuller (City of Opelika) calls into the Hamitlon's Hotline to speak on yesterday's voting day, the Opelika Lady Bulldogs winning their game against Carver and moving onto Birmingham next week, and discussing last night's city council meeting
Coach Courtney Pritchett (Auburn High Lady Basketball) calls into the Hamitlon's Hotline to talk about their win against Central and moving on to the Final Four, details on yesterday's game, and Coach Washburn gives Coach Pritchett a piece of advice.
Mark Jones (Director of Officials AHSAA) on the Hamilton's Hotline, going down memory lane with Coach Washburn, discussing his retirement as Director of Officials AHSAA, and the experience behind officiating.
Jeff talks about his neighbor, Junior; Texas A&M beat the University of Alabama Basketball team (65 - 56); standings in SEC Basketball
Jeff goes through the list of the Top 10 SEC Running Backs; AHSAA vs Davenport case updates
The two-year investigation on Tim Donaghy (former referee of NBA) on fixing games
Wrapping up the show with some last minute local High School Basketball scores and upcoming games
Coach Larry Gore joins in on the show this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; updates from Coach Gore; local High School Baseball; Coach Devin Booth (Opelika High School Ladies Basketball) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about regional games and the road leading up until today's playoff game against Carver, team player stats, comments made by the head coach of Carver before the game, and the experience at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery.
Becky Brown and Daniel Chesser come in to talk about voting day (renewing tax measures that support Auburn, Opelika, and Lee County school systems), discussing the tax renewal, multiple measures as voting options, and where to go vote. Mayor Ron Anders (City of Auburn) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline adds in on today's election, and the Auburn officer shooting last Friday.
The statement NBA official Tim Donaghy made on "fixing games"; Mayor Gary Fuller (City of Opelika) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about voting day, and today's Opelika High School Ladies Basketball playoff game against Carver.
D Mark gives us an update with the weather forecast; Auburn University's Gymnastics meet against Arkansas last Friday; the sport of Equestrian; Coach Avery's response to the University of Alabama Basketball game against Florida last Saturday; Coach Greg Williams (Auburn University Equestrian) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the sport, how judging is done, and moving horses.
Jeff brings up Nascar in the conversation, talking about who won; Josh Donaldson shows up five days early for Braves camp, spring training, Manny Machado and Bryce Harper yet to sign; Russell County hiring for coaching spot; John Henry (owner of Boston Red Sox) talk about bigger payroll helping out sports.
Jeff questions Manny Machado and Bryce Harper being "clutch" guys; regionals games for local High School Basketball
Basketball playoffs
Coach Dan Washburn on the show this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach Buster Daniel (Valley Rams) sits in on the show, discussing what everyone did for Valentine’s Day; Coach Zach Blatt (Head Coach, Opelika High School Baseball) calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline to talk about the baseball program so far, returning starters for the season, double-header on Monday against Enterprise (11 AM) and Smiths Station (3:30 PM), pitch count expectations, offers us an idea of Monday’s lineup, youngest players on the team, practice plans for the season, and a rundown of the coaches staff.
Auburn High Lady Basketball team beat Enterprise (67-41) and Central beat Jeff Davis (62-40); sidebar conversation about Lanett being defeated by Georgiana yesterday (55-50); Coach Daniel starting his second Spring training going into his third season, gives us the detail on a fundraiser through the Booster Club: The Farm at Rocky Top hosting a drawdown (April 26th) fundraiser, and baseball program.
“Shorter Than Coach Graba Night” tonight for Auburn University Gymnastics against Arkansas and Auburn University Baseball opens tonight; local Basketball rankings
Coach Washburn talks about student loans; Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Church Opelika) joins in on the conversation in Studio D; game scheduling on Sundays
“Ask Jeff” on Wednesdays at First Baptist Church Opelika, recording broadcasted every Sunday on 97.7 KickerFM; discussing the sport of gymnastics; Pastor Jeff’s cheerleading career at Baylor University, the one time he came out on the court as a mascot, more discussion on gymnastics and gymnasts’ strength, and playing multiple sports.
Terry Rosenthal (CEO of The Orthopaedic Clinic) calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline, talking about updates on life, local Basketball and the teams they cover, Lanett vs. Georgiana game, trainers everywhere with Spring sports, Russell County coach opening, & players travelling to get to workouts/practices and working out a season schedule.
Pastor Jeff talks about all the services/schedules/activities offered at First Baptist Church Opelika, the Annual Outreach Event in April with Dodgeball
D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton’s Hotline, talking about Valentine’s Day, his opinion on specialization in sports travelling, how he would manage it if he were a High School coach, his process of recruiting players coming out of High School, his thoughts on cutting players and tryouts, the player that improved the most from signing them out of High School to coming out of college, how he managed to get married during Football season, what stats he looked at when recruiting players, and his opinion on Kyler Murray’s decision towards NFL.
Back in Studio D with James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) and Coach Graba (Auburn University Gymnastics); Graba discussing last week’s gymnastics meet against Florida, where the team is at right now with lineups – floors, bars, beams – Arkansas ranking and team stats, what he and the team are expecting out of the meet this week, “Shorter Than Coach Graba Night” for Friday’s meet against Arkansas (anyone 5’5” and shorter FREE admission), SEC rankings, lineups for this week’s meet, and how many participants are in each event.
Derek Lee (Director of Opelika Power Services) and James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) hanging out; nothing but great things to say about Coach Graba, discussing more on gymnastics and Auburn’s meet against Florida last week; Auburn Baseball Opener tomorrow night and Opelika Basketball Regional Basketball tomorrow; review of yesterday’s Auburn Tigers Men’s Basketball game against the Ole Miss Rebels; review of Alabama Crimson Tide Men’s Basketball game against Mississippi State; review of other SEC Basketball games; James Cooper giving away gift certificates for Western Sizzlin Valentine’s Day dinner; Robert Zachary calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline and wins a King/Queen Dinner from Western Sizzlin, discusses Alabama Crimson Tide Basketball and their possibilities of Quadrant One or Two wins (NCAA Tournament).
LSU vs. Kentucky Basketball game, calls made during the game, and discussing the process of missed calls by referees/umpires.
Specials at Western Sizzlin (King & Queen Valentine’s Day Dinner, Kid’s Night every Thursday, Catfish Specials on Tuesdays and Wednesdays); upcoming games in the SEC; Sam Smith calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline, trying to win a King & Queen Valentine’s Day Dinner
AISA Basketball round-up; Baseball starts up next week; Sam Bailey (Opelika Parks and Rec) calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline talking about Baseball and leagues; Miss Lula on the Hamilton’s Hotline wishing everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day, she’s getting “harassed” by Bub the Bug Man, her plans for the night
D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Top 30 2020 players (al.com); Coach Derek Hovell (Head Coach for Opelika Bulldogs Boys' Soccer) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about and review the first game of the season against Troup County and spotlight on a few players and the team overall.
Opelika wins 82-79 against Calera last night, leading them into the Regionals; Van Riggs on the phone on more details on where lsiteners can tune into the broadcast for the Opelika Basketball Playoff games Friday (WZMG-AM at 9 AM); Jeff picks back up on his list of Top 30 2020 players
D Mark's favorite sports radio guys
Updated weather forecast; High School Basketball pairings from last night (sub-regional playoffs)
D Rock calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, giving out a congratulations to Coach Devin Booth and John Wadsworth on their wins in the sub-regional and into the regional playoffs, a quick message to the fans about the Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery and his experience there, what fans can expect out of it; Auburn Men's Basketball against Ole Miss tonight; spotlights on Alabama signees going to the next level
Trip (Encore Rehabilitation) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline; Jeff's changed his running shoes; Duncan's going to Mississippi State; athletic training
D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach Larry Gore sits in on the show today; Coach John Wadsworth (Opelika High Boy's Basketball) calls in to the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about getting ready for playoffs.
Laura Lee (public relations and special programs coordinator for Opelika Parks and Recreation) stops by to give us the latest news on events going on -- Young at Heart Dance, Dandy Dads Dinner Dance -- and the release of online registration.
Andy Burcham (the voice of Auburn University Lady Tigers) calls into the Hamitlon's Hotline to talk about upcoming Auburn Basketball games, broadcasting between basketball and baseball, review of Auburn University's game against Arkansas and what to expect out of the upcoming game against Tennessee, and his opinion on who the best team is and the recent recruiting.
Local sub-regional matchups and scores in Basketball
Jeff gives us an update on his "future grandson"; the chance of Hoover and Spain Park meeting at the 7A finals; local Wrestling records; Lacrosse in high school
Updates on AHSAA vs. St. Paul case and the AHSAA vs. Davenport case; Pastor Jeff Meyers (First Baptist Church Opelika) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline, talking about Lacrosse, upcoming Soccer and what he sees out of the team.
Coach Chris Spencer (Auburn High Wrestling) is on the Hamilton's Hotline, what he knows about Lacrosse, quick rundown on AHSAA 7A South Super Section last weekend, team stats, and what he's looking towards at the AHSAA State Tournament coming up this weekend.
Auburn University Baseball opening against Georgia Southern this weekend; High School Spring sports start up soon; Coach Gore wondering if there are any coaching changes
Coach Dan Washburn in Studio D today; Jeff talks about his morning run; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; when can you start playing Baseball?
Local Basketball updates and upcoming games; Coach Devin Booth (Opelika High Lady Bulldogs Basketball) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about tonight's game against Pelham, last week's win over Benjamin Russell, preparation for playoffs
Coach Pat Dye calls into the Hamilton's Hotline...updates with him and D Mark discusses the Bob Costas controversy about not being able to broadcast during the Super Bowl
Coach Courtney Pritchett (Auburn High Lady Tigers Basketball) on the Hamilton's Hotline talking about winning the tournament title, the area win against Central last week, Enterprise's record, and preparation for games to come.
D Mark gives us an updated weather forecast; Opelika Wrestling records; Valley Basketball headed to Charles Henderson; Davenport vs. AHSAA case
Alabama Crimson Tide Men's Basketball won against Vanderbilt over the weekend, Auburn Univeristy Men's Basketball lost to LSU over the weekend; AISA Basketball State Playoffs; AAF debut Birmingham Iron win
Will Stone (Homewood) named state's top Cross Country runner by Gatorade for the second-straight season; school systems; Coach Chris Yeager at Mountain Brook stats; Coach Joey Jones, assistant at Mississppi State
AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Golf Tournament; Sam Bailey (Director of Opelika Parks and Rec) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to tell Coach a story on when he went to the Masters.
Coach Joe Wilson joins the show today; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach John Wadsworth (Opelika High Boys' Basketball Head Coach) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about last night's win against Russell County for the Area Basketball Tournament, upcoming games and how the team's doing.
D Mark lays out the 2019 Area Tournaments and teams
St. Paul vs. AHSAA held yesterday and D Mark gives us the whole story on that
Discussion of amateurism is brought up in Studio D
Update on the weather forecast; upcoming SEC games and where to watch them
Auburn Tiger Basketball; Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Center) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the Super Bowl
Discussion on Smitty Grider becoming the 1st football coach at Dothan High School
D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline to give us updates with him, discuss the Super Bowl (Jaren Goff, Julian Edelman), finishing up with recruitments and rankings for SEC Football.
More discussion on recruitments out of local Alabama High Schools; High School Basketball, completed and upcoming Area Tournaments
Derek Lee (director at Opelika Power Services) joins Studio D to talk about watching the Super Bowl over at Hamilton's and what was on the menu for the big game, and the Basketball league of the Western conference.
Alabama State Representative Kyle South calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about WATVC (West Alabama TV Cable), the Davenport case against AHSAA and the bill he's drafted to provide a measure of government oversight of the AHSAA operations.
More conversation on the Davenport vs. AHSAA case
Coach Dan Washburn talks about the Alabama legislature financial funds
D Mark gives us the weather forecast (Opelika Observer); Mayor Gary Fuller calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about last night's Opelika city council meeting and local basketball.
Mayor Ron Anders calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about last night's Auburn's city council meeting, the special dedication by Coach Bruce Pearl towards cancer awareness (AUTLIVE Cancer Challenge) last Saturday, and more.
Preview of tomorrow's guests (mentioning Representative Kyle South); National Signing Day; Saban's new class; clip of the Q& A session with Coach Malzahn on Auburn's potential signees
More discussion on the city council meetings from last night; signees for Alabama & Auburn; SEC Basketball scores
Interview with Coach Bruce Pearl on Auburn University's win over the Florida Gators (men's Basketball); Area Tournament continues and D Mark gives us a rundown of recent local Basketball scores (Auburn, Opelika, Central, Smiths Station)
Van Riggs comes into Studio D to talk about National Signing Day, George Pickens flip on committing to a team, media days
Coach Larry Gore joins the show today; Jeff gives us the weather forecast (brought to you by the Opelika Observer); quick run down of today's guests on the show; brief review of the Super Bowl from last weekend and Coach Gore's thoughts on the game as a whole; Sam Bailey (Director of Opelika Parks & Rec) joins in on the show inside Studio D.
Sam and D Mark talk about the ARPA (Alabama Rec & Parks Association) Convention in Birmingham last weekend and the three awards they received at the banquet, upcoming events going on: Young at Heart Dance, Dandy Dads Dance, Free Friends Thursdays in celebration for their 10th anniversary, Love Your Heart Challenge for members, new software to allow online registration, and the new Pickle Ball facility.
Sam takes us on a trip down memory lane about how he played sports with Joe Hancock at Southern Union (Wadley)
James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) stops by Studio D; D Mark gives us an update on the weather forecast; brackets for Basketball playoffs coming up and scores for both local and state Basketball games; Duke calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to ask/talk about the Final 56 and the upcoming Braves Baseball season
Bruce Schoonover (General Manager at Point Broadband) joins Studio D to talk about the latest with Point Broadband, success with the food drive, updates on any possible significant changes in the future, the KIA commercial that aired during the Super Bowl, and the results from the Super Bowl
Another stroll down memory lane, the passing of Len Bias in 1986, Boomer Esiason in football, Jerry Claiborne, Bobby Ross and Joe Krivak
Updates on Point Broadband, getting roots into the community through offering sponsorship, new packages and deals; James Cooper talks about Kids Night at Western Sizzlin: Kids Night on Thursdays 4-9 (snow cones, cupcakes, pizzas, corn dogs, face painting) and items on the menu, including Breakfast Buffet on Saturdays and Sundays.
Coach Dan Washburn joins the show today; D Mark kicks off the show with the weather forecast; Coach Pat Dye calls in to the Hamilton's Hotline, joining in on the conversation about the Super Bowl, Auburn Basketball, and any updates on Coach Dye's ranch.
AHSAA vs. Davenport case, signs up at Troy, opinions on the postponements, Alabama House Representative Kyle South "drafted a bill to provide more oversight of the Alabama High School Athletic Association in response to the AHSAA’s ruling that Charles Henderson High School basketball star Maori Davenport is ineligible for her senior season" (Cason, 2019).
Coach Carson Grier (Beauregard Basketball Head Coach) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the upcoming game against Brewbaker Tech (Tuesday, February 5th), and the season up until now.
D Mark gives us an update on the weather forecast; results from the 2019 AHSAA Indoor track and Field championships last weekend at the Crossplex in Birmingham; Coach Washburn talks about new kickoff rules; touching back on the AHSAA vs. Davenport case
Councilman Bub calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the Super Bowl and the AHSAA vs. Davenport case
Basketball pairings and local upcoming games
Coach Mark Smart (Baseball Coach at Troy) spoke at the convention last weekend and D Mark briefly tells us all about it
Cason, M. (2019, January 09). Maori Davenport ruling: Bill would tighten oversight of Alabama High School Athletic Association. Retrieved February 04, 2019, from https://www.al.com/news/2019/01/bill-would-tighten-oversight-of-alabama-high-school-athletic-association.html
Run down of guests on today's show; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Review of last night's Auburn High versus Opelika High Basketball game (Ladies and Boys); Wenonah Basketball Coach Emanuel Bell's passing
New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams record; research on Coach Mike Holmgren (NFL); Casey Coker seeking transfer from Auburn University Softball; Dabo Swinney (Clemson Head Coach) surprised David Saville (Equipment Manager) with two tickets to the Super Bowl
Auburn Gymnastics; SEC attendance records from 2018
Super Bowl performances; Jeff Shaffer (Swimming and Diving Coach at Auburn University) offering diving lessons; signing day coming up soon, discussing some player recruitments
Dixie Youth Baseball registration going on; update on the weather forecast; Auburn Lady Tigers win; Super Bowl players originally from Alabama; SEC Basketball; Cathy Gafford (Director for Jean Dean RIF) joins the show to talk about the A-O Emblem Club Breakfast for Books event coming up tomorrow (benefiting Jean Dean/RIF) and spotlight on preacher Jimmy Bankhead.
Terry Rosenthal (The Orthopaedic Clinic) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about what's going on at the clinic, any injuries in the cold weather, and the Super Bowl
Sam Bailey (Director at Opelika Parks and Recreation) on the Hamilton Hotline to talk about the three awards the Opelika Parks & Recreation won: Innovative Special Event of the Year, Innovative Program of the Year, and Professional of the Year in Recreation; what are Sam's predictions for the Super Bowl?
Preview of today's guests; D Mark gives us the weather forecast (brought to you by the Opelika Observer); Coach Gene Stallings on the Hamilton's Hotline to share his thoughts on the Super Bowl this weekend, discussing Commissioner of the NFL Roger Goodell's words on NFL missed calls, and Mike Stoops (former Oklahoma defensive coordinator) finalizing deal in joining the University of Alabama's coaching staff as an analyst.
Auburn University Basketball game last night...close call and tipped it off against Missouri; promoting Auburn High and Opelika High Basketball game tonight; featured clip of Roger Goodell speaking on the missed calls in the NFL; Coach Courtney Pritchett (Head Coach for Auburn High Ladies Basketball team) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about winning the area title, team stats, honorable mentions, highlight over expectations out of tonight's game against Opelika High, and his career path.
Coach Devin Booth (Head Coach for Opelika High Ladies Basketball team) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about tonight's game against Auburn High, Senior Night, team stats and senior mentions, what she expects out of the final home game of the season, and touching on next week's area tournament.
Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) joins the show to talk about any mishaps this week because of the weather and the recovery process when/if anything happens.
Jeff and Derek discuss the Super Bowl this weekend (predictions and picks), the three missed calls in the NFL, Auburn & Opelika High Basketball games tonight, and changing sports seasons.
More discussion on the work behind Opelika Power Services
Who is Derek Lee picking to win the Super Bowl and what are his plans for the big game? Jeff and Derek both are big fans of Hamilton's on Magnolia/Ogletree, they discuss the atmosphere and the menu
Coach Dan Washburn is in the studio for this morning's show; preview of upcoming guests today; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach Wadsworth (Opelika High School Head Basketball Coach) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline talking about tomorrow's game against Auburn High, updates with the team, stats on players, and past games in review.
Thoughts on the AHSAA/Davenport case; continuing Basketball talk with Coach Chris Brandt (Auburn High Head Basketball Coach), Senior Night tonight, tomorrow night's game against Opelika High School, other upcoming games, this season so far, catching up on team stats, and area games.
St. Paul's Episcopal School (private school in Mobile, AL) vs. AHSAA case hearing will take place next week (February 7th); financial aid with private schools and athletics; following the rules; the word on trying to move the Davenport vs. AHSAA case
What does it take to be a coach?; rules and regulations and how they come about; treatment of coaches and student athletes as individuals
Super Bowl halftime performances; Police Federal Agents set up for Super Bowl security, "because they have to", the game will bring international attention (target for terrorism); threats and gun protection
Coach Washburn attended the Alabama Coaches Association Banquet last Saturday; we go to the Hamilton's Hotline to talk to Mr. Arnold about treatment coaches and student athletes and LaFayette Basketball
Wrapping up the show with highlights on local events; Miss Lula calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about life, the "snowstorm" weather, and Super Bowl predictions
Coach Gore joins the show this morning; D Mark gives us the weather forecast; are we ready for the Super Bowl? Discussing all the "hype" with missed calls; crash at Tuscaloosa Airport, no injuries; snow storms across the South; upcoming guests; school closings in Alabama; tonight's Opelika versus Pelham basketball game cancelled; clips of Tom Brady interviews; looking back on the "snowmageddon"
News on winter storm advisories in Alabama; Coach Chris Spencer (Auburn High Wrestling) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the season so far and what to expect during the rest of the season, the difference between Dual and Individual Championships, Senior Night coming up on Thursday, team stats, and the sectionals coming up
Everyone trying to make sure everything is okay in Atlanta during wintry mix, being more proactive with the roads in preparation for the Super Bowl
Falcons turn over practice facility, equipment, and locker rooms to the Los Angeles Rams, being good hosts for the Super Bowl; the A-O Emblem Club hosting the Breakfast for Books this weekend, benefiting Jean Dean RIF/Kiwanis
Mayor Ron Anders calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about participating in last weekend's Polar Plunge; weather forecast update; upcoming college basketball games; Keith Elliot (athletic coordinator & basketball coach at Lyman Ward) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to discuss cryotherapy, the Restoration game, upcoming games and expectations out of the season, and plans for next year.
On Saturday, it will be 36 years since the passing of Paul William "Bear" Bryant...remembering him; Davidson High School shooting in Mobile late last Friday; Auburn University Coach Malzahn has another coaching position to fill, Billy High accepted position with North Carolina
Upcoming big dates for High School Baseball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis & Golf (Spring starts); the new pickleball facility in Opelika; predictions and picks for the Super Bowl win; clips from Tom Brady interviews
Looking back when Peyton Manning win over Alabama; upcoming local events for Valentine's Day
Mayor Ron Anders took the plunge at the 7th Annual Auburn Polar Plunge on January 26th; weather forecast (brought to us by the Opelika Observer); Derek Lee (Opelika Power Services) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about preparations for the arctic blast/wintry mix we're expected to experience this week; updates on Basketball (Auburn University, University of Alabama); Coach Pat Dye calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to give us his opinion on the cold weather, its effect on the trees, Coach's Crooked Oaks & Quail Hollow Gardens and Auburn Gymnastics.
Auburn Diamond Club Banquet coming up on February 9th; Breakfast for Books hosted by the A-O Emblem Club on February 2nd; points on last weekend's 7th Annual Auburn Polar Plunge
D Mark and Jeff call Lee County Humane to grab updates on the upcoming wintry weather; AHSAA vs. Davenport case, scheduled Friday in Pike County
Weather forecast update (brought to us by the Opelika Observer); A-O Emblem Club hosts the Breakfast for Books, benefiting Jean Dean RIF/Kiwanis this Saturday; new PA system and floor renovations to the Opelika gym approved and the process with that; local Basketball updates (1A - 5A)
Jeff wants to know what they test horses for; more talk on local Basketball sumamries and upcoming games in the season
University of Alabama still hiring staff; Bowling championships
Jeff lets us in on what exactly they test horses for; this week's local Basketball games; Saban to hire Brian Baker (Mississippi State DL coach) onto the Bama coaching staff
Weather forecast…”by George!”… preview of all the guests to be featured on today’s show; huge thanks to first responders; from the Hamilton’s Hotline, talking Basketball with Head Coach Wadsworth (Opelika High School) on their recent win (3-0 in the area) against Benjamin Russell, and upcoming games (Russell County game tonight in Seale, AL)/reviews of past games.
Preview of the second hour for On the Mark; Opelika Wrestling Program hosted “Pin Cancer Night” last night, raised $202 towards the East Alabama Medical Center Cancer Foundation; updates on recent Enterprise, Smiths Station, and Opelika Wrestling matches; discussing recent AHSAA Bowling scores and Terry Rosenthal (Orthopaedic Clinic) calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline to chime in on conversation; Mariano Rivera being “unanimously” inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame; how Baseball has changed; the NFL games from last Sunday (missed calls); local Basketball team updates.
Fake news from OA News; Melissa Martin (Athletic Director for the city of Opelika) on the Hamilton’s Hotline talks about Lee-Scott Academy Basketball season so far, the Glenwood game, and what’s to come from the Soccer team (season beginning February 4th).
Auburn University versus University of Georgia in Gymnastics tonight (at the Auburn Arena); Randy Walls (former Auburn University QB) and Coach Frank Orgel (former coach at Auburn University) stop by Studio D, looking back on the past, how he got his scholarship, and sharing unique stories on growing up in sports.
Coach Pat Dye calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline to join in on this morning’s conversation, discussing weather; Coach Frank Orgel chimes in to look back on his and Coach Pat Dye’s friendship, and coaching pasts and skills.
Where Coach Frank Orgel coached and where it took him in his career.
Weather forecast; Coach Gene Stallings calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline to give us an update on his life, discussing the NFL games over the weekend (missed calls), new coaches, and recruits.
Coach Devin Boothe (Opelika High Lady Bulldog Basketball Coach) calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline to talk about her winning streak in the current season (7 straight area titles), the significance of where the program is at with the team and staff, a little talk on the middle school and JV teams, upcoming games, and keeping focus on goals for the team.
D Mark and Jeff give out information on the A-O Emblem’s upcoming Breakfast for Books benefiting Jean Dean RIF/Kiwanis at First Presbyterian Church in Opelika (more information under the WTLM website’s community calendar); updates on Smitty Grider; D Mark releases the statement from Dr. Stan Cox on Coach Robert Johnson’s new position as coach at Lee-Scott Academy.
AHSAA has filed a lawsuit, responding to the Davenport case and D Mark gives us all the details on the breaking story.
The story on Mariano Rivera “unanimously” voted into the baseball Hall of Fame, Sam calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline to further the discussion, overturned and missed calls, the new pickleball court in Opelika, and day camp sign ups.
Terry Sadler (Outside Account Executive in Sales here at iHeart Media) touches on gymnastics, where her daughter goes to for gymnastics (Extreme) and her interest in the sport, talking about Auburn University gymnastics, the experience from going to a meet, and what goes into training & regimen with gymnastics.
D Mark reads out the recent results in the High School Sports polls.
John L. Mitchell calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline, discussing the Mariano Rivera voted into the baseball Hall of Fame; Carnell “Cadillac” Williams named running back coach at Auburn University
D Mark, Jeff, and Coach Dan Washburn preview the guests to be featured in today's show; weather forecast from D Mark; Mayor Ron Anders on the Hamilton's Hotline discusses the City of Auburn council meeting from last night: touring the library, endorsement approval for the ALDOT measured roundabout at the intersection of Farmville Road and North College, expenditure approved with the Alabama Contract Sales to add shelving to the library as well as expenditure for fire-alerting equipment for Fire Stations 4 & 5, meetings on the rezoning rural property on Wire Road near the soccer complex, approved annexations in North Auburn, and land swap on Auburn Lakes Road addressed...7th Annual Auburn Polar Plunge this weekend to support Lee County Special Olympics.
Coach Butch Thompson (Auburn University Head Baseball Coach) comes in to talk about the Alabama Baseball Coaches Association Convention in Birmingham that happened over the weekend, Auburn Diamond Club preseason banquet coming up on February 9th (audiamondclub.com/banquet), goals, information and stats on the team, and a preview of the 2019 Baseball Season.
Coach Smitty Grider (first Head Football Coach at the new Dothan High School) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline: the process of his new position, his success so far, and the staffing (on and off season).
Central High School recruits; thoughts and updates on local high school Basketball scores; Charles Kelly joining the coaching position at Alabama and what his father, Lavon Kelly, had to say about his position.
Studio D discusses recent controversy in the NFL.
D Mark brings up the Auburn University Men's Basketball team loss to South Carolina Gamecocks; Alabama Men's Basketball wins against Ole Miss Rebels; college Basketball rankings.
What did Coach Washburn do last Friday? Alabama Baseball Coaches Association Convention in Birmingham; Bub calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to ask Coach Washburn his thoughts on the Davenport case at Charles Henderson.
D Mark kicks off the morning with the weather forecast; Coach Jeff Graba (Auburn University Women's Gymnastics) stops in and speaks on his undefeated (3-0) season so far, their win over the Missouri Tigers and LSU, and briefly promote their upcoming meet with Georgia.
Coach Larry Gore joins the show; touching on the Opelika Bulldog Bash results from yesterday; the missed pass interference call during the NFL championship is discussed.
What's the difference between having the "grunge" or the "crud"? James Cooper (Western Sizzlin) drops in to Studio D to join in on the conversation; D Mark talks about the Alabama Baseball Coaches Association Convention in Birmingham that happened over the weekend; Coach Grier (Beauregard Basketball Head Coach) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to discuss the basketball (2-1) season so far, upcoming games on the schedule, tonight's game against Brewbaker Tech, and team/player stats.
Discussing the story on Saints owner Gayle Benson versus the league office; the missed pass interference call during the NFL championship game; Linebacker Dee Ford of the Kansas City Chiefs takes the blame for lining up offside on a play during the AFC Championship game.
AHSAA court case with Davenport did not happen today and has been postponed, thoughts and comments shared over the air on the situation.
D Mark brings out the story on how the NFL wants to ban player prop bets; reports breaking news on an unauthorized person and gunfire sending Maxwell Air Force Base (Montgomery) into lock down.
The guys wrap up the show by discussing head coach hirings; guide through Coach Smitty Grider's career; Superbowl attendance predictions.
D Mark gives us an update on the weather forecast; Coach Joe Wilson joins in on the conversation in Studio D; local Basketball updates; Coach John Wadsworth (Opelika High Boys’ Basketball) calls into the Hamilton’s Hotline to talk about last night’s loss against LaFayette, team stats, and Benjamin Russell’s gym.
Coach Joe Wilson is still hanging out with the show, discussing the Alabama vs. Clemson National Championship game and coach hiring’s around the state.
Opinions on the AHSAA go around the studio and rumors on Lee County coaches changing jobs close by.
Studio D goes over the Opelika Lady Bulldogs Basketball rankings and their 63-31 win over LaFayette last night and the story over Tennessee AD Phillip Fulmer getting a NCAA violation.
Coach Joe Wilson gives us an update on his life and family; the SEC report over Auburn University Ladies Basketball; weather forecast update from D Mark; referee admits to making a bad call at the end of the 4th in OKC vs. Lakers.
The guys briefly brush on politics and performing arts; Terry Rosenthal (from The Orthopaedic Clinic) joins the show through the Hamilton’s Hotline, Coach Joe Wilson speaks on his knee replacement, and coach swapping/changes.
The show wraps up by speaking on the benefits of having a step counter.
D Mark gives us the weather forecast; Coach Gene Stallings calls in and gives us an update on life, discusses Jalen Hurts' letter to the Alabama Crimson Tide on his transfer to Oklahoma, and the little bit of play time Jalen had in the National Championship game against Clemson.
Head Coach Chris Brandt (Auburn High Tigers boys' Basketball) calls in to talk about the Basketball season so far and team stats, previewing upcoming Loachapoka game this Saturday, raising awareness for aneurysm, what to expect out of more upcoming games, and the adjustment as the new head coach.
Derrick Lee (Director from Opelika Power Services) stops by Studio D to get in on this morning's conversations and gives updates on life.
D Mark gives an update on the weather forecast; Coach Brian Blackmon (new special teams coordinator at Troy University) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to press on how much Opelika means to him and how the move and transition into the new position has been...speaks on the hardest thing about recruiting and knowing between Alabama Auburn signees and signees for Troy.
D Mark gives stats on last night's Opelika Lady Bulldogs Basketball game against Parks Crossing; Auburn University Men Basketball win over game against Texas A&M Auburn High Senior Tommy Nesmith is a preferred walk on to Auburn University; Derrick Lee speaks on scholarship and statistic measureables to college walk on students.
The guys discuss the Davenport case updates on court hearing; random thoughts: will Jalen Hurts win the Heisman at Oklahoma and would Auburn have taken him if he wanted to transfer there?
Coach Dan Washburn joins in on the conversations this morning in Studio D; starting off the morning with the weather forecast; Mayor Gary Fuller calls in on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about the 2nd Avenue Bridge being named in memory of Sharron Robinson Fuller, who passed in a motor vehicle accident in 2018.
Coach Dan Norton (Auburn High's new athletic director of Auburn City Schools) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about his new position, his 26 years in coaching, past athletic directors and the "shoes to be filled", his thoughts on the importance of sports ("every kid has their place in athletics"), and his path through Track.
D Mark and Jeff give us an update and stats on the regionals in AHSAA Bowling, Robert on the Hamilton's Hotline to join in on the topic.
Hour number two starts off with a weather forecast for the week from D Mark; Pinson Valley Quarterback Bo Nix, named "Mr. Football" and other area awards; Wayne Newton is coming to Montgomery.
"First Responders Appreciation Month" at the Opelika SportsPlex - free for all first responders for the month of January; talking about Basketball, the Davenport story is brought up, a hearing is scheduled for next Tuesday.
Fee Increase Plan from Verizon on popular education app (Remind), teachers are enraged; rules, regulations, eligibility, and media outlets.
D Mark and Jeff call Van Riggs, congratulating him on being named "Best Radio Personality" by the Opelika-Auburn News , 2018 Readers' Choice Awards.
D Mark gives out the 5-day forecast, Coach Devin Booth (Head Coach for Opelika High's Girls' Basketball Team) talks about the start of the season so far, keeping her team humble, speaks on Park Crossing Thunderbirds Basketball team, and touches on her team's stats.
Coach Larry Gore joins the show; Jeff & the Dixie Majors check; the guys discuss the White House recently hosting the Clemson Tigers; injunctions, rules, and regulations, touching into the Davenport story out of Pike County; Coach Jim Davis (Head Coach for Opelika High's Wrestling Team) on the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about how the team is doing, team stats, upcoming meets, the Bulldog Bash.
James Cooper from Western Sizzlin' drops by to talk about his trip to the Virgin Islands, Troy making Chip Lindsey the new head coach, Ryan Pugh for offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, and Brandon Hall the defensive coordinator...thoughts, comments, and statements from around Studio D.
Laura Lee (PR Coordinator at Opelika Parks and Rec) calls into the Hamilton's Hotline to talk about change and training in their software, summer daycamp registration cut-offs within the new software, February events -- Young at Heart Dance, Mother/Son Blue Jean Ball, Daddy/Daughter Dance (you can register now!) -- update on her daughter and her household. Updates on local sports, scores, and upcoming games; discussion over the upcoming South Carolina vs. Mississippi State Basketball game.
Studio D talks about recruits for Alabama and Auburn football teams; Miss Lula calls into the Hamilton's Hotline -- what was on the menu for the Clemson Tigers at the White House, discussing football recruits, and the Bug Man gets brought up (uh oh)
Press Conference introducing Freddie Kitchens of the Cleveland Browns.
D Mark has your weather forecast for the day and throughout the week, touching on the Birmingham Officer Carter story
D Mark, Jeff, and Coach Dan Washburn discuss NFL picks; Coach Pat Dye later joins in on the conversation.
Your hosts have a discussion over Los Angeles Rams vs. New Orleans Saints, as well as the New England Patriots vs. Kansas City Chiefs.
Breakout story over a national sports betting handicapping contest resulting in controversy
The guys go into discussion over the story in Pike County about a judge issuing a ruling, reversing suspension of basketball player Maori Davenport
D Mark gives us a weather update, discusses weekend basketball games -- specifically the win Texas A&M took home over Alabama, TJ Starks' 3 points at the buzzer winning the game and touching base on the gymnastics meet between Auburn University and LSU
Making it back to the Maori Davenport story, Coach Dan Washburn argues "you can't make a rule and not enforce it"
D Mark promotes the upcoming Opelika vs. Russell County basketball game coming up this Friday and touches on the previous altercation towards Russell County and Booker T. Washington High School
Coach Dan Washburn and D Mark are headed to the Baseball Coaches Association banquet this weekend in Birmingham.
Coach Wadsworth (Basketball coach for Opelika High School) calls in to discuss the rescheduling with Russell County, AHSAA's recent suspensions to both Russell County and Booker T Washington teams, and stats on this season's team.
Coach Matt Cimo (Auburn High School Baseball Coach) is awarded "Coach of the Year", he speaks on his love for sports and inspiration from Mike Matheny.
Jeff talks about the game of "beanbag toss" (otherwise known as Corn Hole) he and Larry McConnell dominated recently and discusses the skill of the sport.
Sam Bailey (director of Opelika Parks and Rec) talks about his journey to the title of director, the Alabama vs. Clemson game, his take on the best college Basketball team, and Chip Lindsey being hired on as head football coach at Troy.
D-Rock calls in to talk about the Auburn vs. Ole Miss basketball game as well as the passing of Mayor Larry Langford.
D Mark gives us the update on the Maori Davenport ruling.
Terry Rosenthal (from the Orthopaedic Clinic) calls in to discuss the Alabama vs. Clemson game and touches on his expectations on upcoming pro games during the weekend.
D Mark and Jeff speak with Gene Stallings on the Alabama vs. Clemson game, Coach Jeff Graba from Auburn University on the next gymnastic meets, and so much more!
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The talk centered around Auburn & Alabama making the NCAA Tournament and went from there on the most recent On the Mark
Gene Stallings called up to talk with D Mark and talked some football. He also mentioned why he left the University of Alabama. He's never explained why to the media but he let D Mark know. At the 17 minute mark is when you can hear the reason
Former Auburn Head Coach Pat Dye called up and talked with D Mark about the extension Malzahn signed after the SEC Championship plus Playoff match ups later on in January
Coach Gene Stallings called into "On the Mark" to talk with D Mark Mitchell about some Auburn (at Missouri) and Alabama (at Vanderbilt) football as we enter Week 4 of the season. (Sept. 23rd, 2017)
He won a National Title at Alabama so it's safe to say Gene Stallings knows a thing or two about college football. He talked to D Mark about what he expects as well as things to watch for during the 2017 season