Citadel GrayLine: Recent Episodes
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Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl are on location in Columbia, South Carolina, for the finale of "Citadel GrayLine" in 2024. The Bulldogs just concluded their season with a respectable showing in Death Valley against playoff-contending Clemson. What are the expectations for the Cadets in the new year for the sports of football, basketball and baseball?
Despite falling behind 14-0, Cooper Wallace, Javonte Graves Billips, Johnathan Bennett and others help surge The Citadel past Wofford in Spartanburg. The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller has more on the 30-17 triumph. A trip to Death Valley now awaits as the Dogs battle No. 17 Clemson. Plus, Ed Conroy's basketball hosts the College of Charleston on Wednesday evening.
The Citadel fumbles away a chance to make its home finale against Chattanooga a win. The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller also discusses Bulldogs basketball, baseball and wrestling with Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl.
Maurice Drayton discusses his football team's recent rise; and the tenacity of senior running back Cooper Wallace. Ed Conroy's hoops team opened the 2024-25 season at Boston College on Monday. Plus, Bulldog wrestling hosts the inaugural "Throw Down On The Yorktown" match this Homecoming weekend on the deck of the USS Yorktown (CV-10).
In a battle of Bulldogs, The Citadel emerges triumphant over Samford in Charleston. After a second-straight SoCon win, the team now enjoys an open weekend. Andrew Miller, of PostandCourier.com, shares a basketball update. And, SeniorPrivate.com owner Tom Churchill ('91) talks about his company's unique Citadel merchandise.
The Bulldogs have a strong defensive effort at VMI and pull out a close win, the first SoCon triumph for Coach Maurice Drayton. El Cid now welcomes Chris Hatcher's pass-happy Samford Bulldogs to Charleston for Senior Day.
The Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Andrew Miller just penned a lengthy piece on the crossroads Citadel athletics finds itself in. Miller shares more insight into his deep-dive of 171 Moultrie Street. Plus, Thomas Scruggs gets ready to follow the Dogs on a road trip to Virginia and a Silver Shako rivalry with Virginia Military Institute.
Despite being down two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, the Furman Paladins rally for a last-minute win at Johnson Hagood Stadium. The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller and Thomas Scruggs review the loss, which sends The Citadel to 2-4, 0-3 SoCon. Next up: at Western Carolina.
Hurricane Helene has brought death and destruction to the Southeast. Despite a chaotic trip to Charleston, ETSU surged ahead of The Citadel for a Parents' Weekend win. Furman now heads to Johnson Hagood Stadium. the special co-host this week is Joe Crochet ('16), a defensive stalwart on back-to-back SoCon champion football teams for the Bulldogs.
The Band of Gold Spotlight this week features Lt. Col. Doug Kelley, USAF (Ret.), a member of the the Class of 1982 and a very involved alumnus of The Citadel. Also, The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller talks about improvements in the passing game for the Bulldogs in the road loss at Mercer. Now, ETSU swashbuckles to the Lowcountry for a Parents' Weekend matchup against The Citadel (2-2, 0-1 SoCon).
Division II opponent North Greenville is manhandled by The Citadel in Coach Maurice Drayton's first home win. Andrew Miller shares thoughts on the complete victory. A trip to Macon now awaits as the Bulldogs tangle with Mercer in the SoCon opener. Plus, "Knob Knowledge, from SeniorPrivate.com" asks about an 1800s South Carolina governor.
Another effort to catch up doesn't bode well for The Citadel in its home opener at Johnson Hagood Stadium. The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller, Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl scrutinize the narrow loss to S.C. State. Plus, Senior Private Shop's "Knob Knowledge" for this week looks back on hardship during the school's storied history.
The football campaign begins with a dramatic escape against Charleston Southern in the first Lowcountry Boil Bowl. The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller shares insight on the victory, the first win for The Citadel in two years. Now, the S.C. State Bulldogs strut into Johnson Hagood Stadium for El Cid's 2024 home opener.
Season 17 of "Citadel GrayLine" begins, as Citadel football head coach Maurice Drayton is still searching for his first win as coach. Plus, analysis from PostandCourier.com Bulldogs’ beat writer Andrew Miller and co-hosts Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl.
Ed Conroy's basketball team throttles Charleston Southern by 29 points, to even their record at 4-4. Can The Citadel actually have a decent season on the hardcourt? Also, we touch on improving the winless football Dogs, the postseason fortunes for Citadel volleyball, and Post and Courier insider Andrew Miller needs to be "introduced" to Bulldogs baseball skipper Tony Skole on this 2023 finale.
For the first time in program history The Citadel finishes without a win (or tie). The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller and host Jon Rawl sift through the 0-11 ashes of Bulldogs football. Plus, an update on hoops and volleyball on this Thanksgiving Week edition.
The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller drops a few clichés about Citadel Football, as the Dogs prepare for the season finale at East Tennessee State. Plus, the latest on the 0-3 Bulldogs Basketball team from Miller and analyst Thomas Scruggs.
Ellis Johnson, a member of The Citadel Class of 1974 and a former Bulldogs' football player, assistant coach and head coach (2001-03), is this week's special guest. The Winnsboro, South Carolina, native discusses his coaching career and the connections he's made through five decades on the sideline – including current head coach Maurice Drayton. Also, Post and Courier beat writer Andrew Miller has a report on The Citadel Basketball's opening loss at N.C. State.
The Citadel Basketball is preparing to open the season against N.C. State. Former Bulldogs hoopster Xavier Starkes ('84) discusses his experience as a cadet and player for Les Robinson in the early '80s. The Columbia, South Carolina, native returned to his hometown to attend law school at the University of South Carolina – and to launch his legal career in South Carolina's Capital City. Also this week, Thomas Scruggs and The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller have the latest on the Bulldogs' struggling football team.
Jon Rawl and Andrew Miller share the latest news from the 0-7 Citadel football team. Maurice Drayton's team packs its bags for Birmingham, as Samford is the opponent this weekend. Also, the Bulldogs' volleyball team continues its undefeated march.
VMI rallies in the fourth quarter to drop El Cid to 0-7 on the season. Those attending the game Saturday had to dodge hundreds of large puddles in the parking lot, as well as filthy, flooded bathrooms inside Johnson Hagood Stadium. Staff engineer Thomas Scruggs shares his flooding knowledge. Also, The Citadel volleyball team improves to 20-0.
Post & Courier beat writer Andrew Miller and host Jon Rawl look back on the closer-than-expected loss at Furman, a setback that guarantees The Citadel a seventh-straight year without a winning football team. Also, more on the Bulldogs volleyball and basketball squads.
NIL and its impact at The Citadel is detailed. Can a small college like The Citadel compete for top recruits? Western Carolina dominates the Dogs, as the struggling football team sinks to 0-5. And, we memorialize the 17th president of The Citadel, Lt. Gen. Claudius "Bud" Watts (USAF, Ret.), a member of the Class of 1958 that guided the college in the early 1990s.
1990s Citadel quarterback and longtime Board of Visitors member Stanley L. Myers ('98) dies suddenly. He was 47. Post and Courier beat writer Andrew Miller and co-host Thomas Scruggs each share their memories of the influential Citadel Man. And, we have a brief recap of the 0-4 Bulldog football team's bad loss at S.C. State.
Another loss for the Gridiron Dogs, as The Citadel sinks to 0-3 on the season following a lopsided spanking at Chattanooga. Maurice Drayton's litter must now hit the road to Orangeburg for a game with S.C. State. The Citadel Volleyball team is a perfect 12-0 on the season. Head coach Dave Zelenock drops by to visit with Andrew Miller and Jon Rawl.
John Olshefski ('80), a retired Army colonel that spends his golden years backing The Citadel's various athletic teams, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. And, a preview of the SoCon opener at Chattanooga is packaged in this episode.
Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl look back on the 34-0 opening loss Maurice Drayton and the Bulldog football team suffered at Georgia Southern. Now, upstart Campbell pays its first visit to The Citadel in the Dogs' home opener at Johnson Hagood Stadium.
Season 16 of "Citadel GrayLine" begins, as Jon Rawl, Thomas Scruggs and Post & Courier beat writer Andrew Miller discuss the first campaign for Maurice Drayton ('98), who will guide his alma mater's football team this fall. Plus, thoughts on the Dogs' win total – and SoCon happenings, too.
Brent Thompson's contract is not extended. The Citadel now begins a search for its 26th head football coach. Andrew Miller, of The Post and Courier, discusses possible candidates for the opening. Co-hosts Jon Rawl and Thomas Scruggs recap the thrilling "Silver Shako" comeback win against VMI; and a quick check on the Bulldog basketball team on this Fall 2022 finale.
If money was not an obstacle, what would you do to improve The Citadel? The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller and co-hosts Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl cover this, from a new East stands at Johnson Hagood Stadium to a new Chemistry department building. And in what could be Brent Thompson's last game as head coach, the 3-7 Bulldogs duel with a struggling VMI Keydets team on Saturday in Lexington, Virginia.
If money was not an obstacle, what would you do to improve The Citadel? The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller and co-hosts Thomas Scruggs cover this, from a new East stands at Johnson Hagood Stadium to a new Chemistry department building. And in what could be Brent Thompson's last game as head coach, the 3-7 Bulldogs duel with a struggling VMI Keydets team on Saturday in Lexington, Virginia.
The Citadel football team falls to 2-7 on the season, following a 31-21 Homecoming setback at Johnson Hagood Stadium. The Dogs now host Virginia University of Lynchburg in the home finale. Also, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources' Maj. Billy Downer ('93) discusses his days at The Citadel, his more than 20 years of work at SCDNR, and the wonderful wildlife options in the Palmetto State.
Samford flies past The Citadel at Johnson Hagood Stadium (38-3), and now Brent Thompson's coaching history includes another losing season. What happens next? It is Homecoming weekend on the Charleston campus, as Chattanooga invades "The General." Plus, head coach Ed Conroy and senior forward Stephen Clark talk 2022-23 Bulldogs basketball.
Irmo, S.C., native Graeson Underwood quarterbacks The Citadel for the first time, and the Bulldogs pick up the big road shocker against Western Carolina. Andrew Miller, beat writer for The Post and Courier, relays the story of how the former Dutch Fork High School athlete got his shot. Samford is up next on the Dogs' schedule. Plus, a little hoops preview.
Another losing season is staring right at Brent Thompson's team. Can the Dogs get past last weekend's fourth-straight setback and pull off a road victory this Saturday at Western Carolina? Also, there has been plenty of message board fodder about a diminished food supply for Citadel athletes. The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller shares his knowledge of the topic.
Coker Day ('95) has expanded his Pedego® Electric Bike business from its base in Aiken, S.C., with a second store now located in West Columbia, S.C. Plus, Post and Courier beat writer Andrew Miller discusses the after-game emotion between Bulldogs football coach Brent Thompson and a fan with co-costs Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl.
After being shutout two consecutive games, The Citadel football team marches into Johnson Hagood Stadium for the first time since Week 2, looking for a win against historic in-state rival Furman. Also, why are the Bulldog athletic teams relying on "carpetbaggers," or graduate transfers, to fill the ranks of the rosters?
A Citadel graduate entered Eastern Europe in the weeks following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Jerry Chivers ('91) discusses his relief work in Romania. Plus, The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller previews The Citadel (1-2) and its journey to Appalachian State after an off week.
Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl review the shutout loss at Mercer in Week 3. Now, Brent Thompson's team has a week off in preparation for climb to FBS cinderella and old SoCon foe Appalachian State. Plus, a historic discussion about the school's relocation to alongside the Ashley River in 1922.
Thomas Scruggs ('95) is a "Citadel GrayLine" co-host aspirant. He joins Post & Courier beat writer Andrew Miller and Jon Rawl for a look back on The Citadel's upset win over ETSU. Also, a "Knob Knowledge" question this week this features the Bulldogs' SoCon title-winning volleyball team.
Andrew Miller reports on The Citadel's opening week setback at Campbell. Plus, Miller and Jon Rawl dissect the home opener at Johnson Hagood Stadium against defending SoCon champ ETSU.
Season Debut. The Citadel travels to Campbell for a season opener against the Camels. Jon Rawl hosts this 15th year kickoff of "Citadel GrayLine," as longtime co-host Jeff Hartsell makes a final appearance on the show. Hartsell has been promoted to sports editor at The Post & Courier. His Citadel beat writer replacement, Andrew Miller, joins the show to share his perspective on Brent Thompson's team, and other news from the Charleston campus.
Sharlissa de Jesus and The Citadel volleyball team capture the school's first SoCon title in women's sports. Duggar Baucom collapses with a health scare at Cameron Indoor Stadium; but his basketball team stands tall in defeat at No. 5 Duke with the most 3-pointers by an opponent in the Blue Devils' historic home. Also on this Fall 2021 finale, we close out Brent Thompson's 2021 football team's run with a salute to the unexpected road win at Chattanooga.
Brent Thompson discusses the openings he projects for his Citadel football team as 2022 arrives. The current gridiron edition of the Bulldogs picked up a big overtime win over Wofford, the home finale at Johnson Hagood Stadium. Also, PostandCourier.com insider Jeff Hartsell has an update on the 2-1 Citadel basketball team; and FCS and SoCon expansion chatter.
The Citadel basketball team gets its first Power 5 win since 1989, as Duggar Baucom's sharpshooters upset the ACC's Pittsburgh Panthers on the opening night of college basketball. Jay Keenan, of The Citadel Class of 1967, discusses the incredible Citadel War Memorial on campus, which his class helped install in 2017. Also, PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl talk Citadel wrestling and the 2-7 football team, which wraps its home schedule Saturday against also-struggling Wofford.
Chris Lemonis ('92), a former Citadel baseball player and assistant coach, is this week's special guest. Lemonis guided the Mississippi State Bulldogs to the 2021 College World Series title, the first national title in school history. Plus, The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl discuss Citadel football and the optimistic news to get the east side stands of Johnson Hagood Stadium finally underway.
Western Carolina, winless in 2021, comes to Charleston and shocks The Citadel (2-5, 1-3 SoCon). PostandCourier.com Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell sifts through the rubble of the 45-31 loss with host Jon Rawl. Also, The Citadel's play-by-play man, Luke Mauro ("Voice Of The Bulldogs"), discusses his career behind the mic and his work as a daily sports talk show host on ESPN Charleston 98.9 FM.
Greek Boys in downtown Columbia, S.C., hosts this week's edition from the Palmetto State's capital city. George Samellas, owner of Greek Boys and the parent of a current Citadel cadet, talks about the delicious food served on Sumter Street, as well as the challenges of being the father of a cadet. Also, Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell has a brief report on Citadel football, which lost at Furman and gets ready to host Western Carolina at Johnson Hagood Stadium.
Jaylan Adams returns to his hometown of Johnson City, Tenn., but the Citadel quarterback's football team is throttled in the second half and drop the game against ETSU, 48-21. PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl examine the loss, which sends the Bulldogs to 2-3, 1-1 SoCon. Plus, Citadel basketball coach Duggar Baucom talks about his 2021-22 hoops team at a weekly presser.
The Silver Shako returns to Charleston, as The Citadel Bulldogs have their best game of 2021 and enjoy a 35-24 triumph over VMI in "The Military Classic of the South." Also, Citadel Athletics Hall of Famer and Diamond Dog great Chip Cannon ('04) discusses his playing days at Joe Riley Park and for the Toronto Blue Jays organization. The newest inductee of the Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame also chats about his career as a Lowcountry-based attorney with PostAndCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl.
VMI marches into Johnson Hagood Stadium as reigning Southern Conference champions – and winners of back-to-back Silver Shakos against archrival The Citadel. PostandCourier.com insider Jeff Hartsell previews Saturday's Parents' Weekend battle against the Keydets. Plus, W. Scot Simpson ('82) discusses his passion for the Bulldogs, business career, and how he created a tradition that lives on within the cadet section on gamedays.
The Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl look back on the convincing win over the Division II North Greenville Crusaders, the Bulldogs' first win of the 2021 fall season. The Citadel now has an open week before fighting to win the Silver Shako back against rival VMI when the Keydets march to Charleston on Oct. 2.
The Citadel Athletics Hall of Fame member Everette Sands ('93), one of the cogs of the Bulldogs' 1990s ground game, talks about the 1990 win over South Carolina and the 1992 Southern Conference championship season. The Conway, S.C., native also discusses his lengthy coaching career and his desire to one day be a head coach. Jeff Hartsell, of The Post and Courier, looks back on Brent Thompson's team getting embarrassed with a 17-point loss at home to Charleston Southern. Now, the surging Crusaders of Division II North Greenville invade Johnson Hagood Stadium.
Coastal Carolina shuts down The Citadel in the season opener in Conway, S.C. Now, Brent Thompson's football team opens the 2021 home slate with Charleston-area FCS foe Charleston Southern. Jeff Hartsell comments on his recent article about the unfortunate luck the Bulldogs have had in the B-back position. Team captain Javonte Middleton is arrested after being charged with a domestic violence charge. Also, an update on a departure from Duggar Baucom's basketball team.
The Post and Courier (Charleston, S.C.) Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell is back with Jon Rawl for a 14th year of "Citadel GrayLine" broadcasts. Brent Thompson's football team prepares for a road trip to No. 22 Coastal Carolina to commence the new season. An active duty Marine will be on the roster when the Dogs take the field this fall. Also, the athletics department unveils new logos for the Bulldogs – and some Citadel alums are not happy.
Brent Thompson's Citadel football program concludes the 2020-21 year with a loss at VMI, a setback that gives the Keydets their first SoCon title since 1977. What is the offseason plan for Raleigh Webb, Willie Eubanks, and more? Former Citadel basketball player Kaiden Rice will be a graduate transfer at the Big East's Georgetown Hoyas, playing for legendary Hoya and NBA star Patrick Ewing. Also, the Diamond Dogs notch a much-needed SoCon series win against the ETSU Buccaneers.
The Citadel Bulldogs are the kings of South Carolina FCS in the Southern Conference, after consecutive wins over both Wofford and archrival Furman. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl have fun dissecting the comeback canines' winning ways. Also, Tony Skole's Citadel baseball team is swept on the road at Samford and falls to 1-10 in SoCon play.
Thomas Ravenel ('85), a wrestler at The Citadel before morphing into a reality TV star on Bravo's "Southern Charm," discusses his cadet days, political career, fall from grace, and reemergence as both a TV personality and successful commercial real estate developer in South Carolina. Plus, host Jon Rawl and Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell recap the come-from-behind victory at Wofford for the previously winless Bulldogs football team.
The 300th episode of "Citadel GrayLine" includes a ride down memory lane. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell tries to sort through the shock of a 55-7 home loss to Samford for The Citadel football team. Now, a trip to pesky Wofford awaits the Lowcountry legion. Plus, Hartsell and host Jon Rawl talk Tony Skole's baseball team losing another SoCon series.
Corps Day arrives at The Citadel, which this year includes a home football game against Samford. Jon Rawl and Post and Courier Bulldogs beat writer Jeff Hartsell discuss the decision to keep basketball coach Duggar Baucom, an improving Citadel women's soccer team, and business promotions for 1993 alum Will Fuller and 1994 alum Damond Boatwright. Plus, our BigRedPalmetto.Store "Knob Knowledge" winner correctly guesses 1990 alum and Citadel baseball great Anthony Jenkins.
Tony Skole's Citadel baseball team sweeps Davidson – and nearly upsets the unbeaten South Carolina Gamecocks. The Citadel football team has another SoCon setback at Western Carolina. Also, PostandCourier.com Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell has good news on the Bulldog basketball front, as Hayden Brown has decided to don the Citadel blue for another season.
The Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl reflect on The Citadel's (0-6) overtime loss to Chattanooga during the Johnson Hagood Stadium spring opener. Why has losing become the norm for Bulldog athletics teams? Hartsell has details on recent bookstore controversy involving dozens of cadet-student-athletes. Also, Brent Thompson's football team looks to bounce back this weekend with a road trip to Western Carolina.
Tyler Renew ('17), who helped propel The Citadel Bulldogs to back-to-back SoCon titles in 2015 and 2016, joins the show to give us an update on his post-football life. The Columbia, S.C., native will always be remembered for his 174 yards and two touchdowns in a 23-22 upset over South Carolina in 2015. Also, the 2021 football team lost its spring opener at Mercer, and now faces Chattanooga in the spring home opener.
For the first time in school history The Citadel and the rest of the Southern Conference will be playing a spring schedule for college football. The Post and Courier's Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell goes through the roster changes and more as Brent Thompson's team prepares to open the Spring 2021 schedule at Mercer. Plus, an update on the improving basketball team, the Diamond Dogs' start to their season, and the volleyball and soccer teams post impressive victories.
Co-host emeritus Jim Waddill ('60) appears via video for the first time. Plus, Post and Courier Bulldogs beat writer Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl look back on the Army loss and have updates on what is going on with Citadel sports during this Fall 2020 finale.
The Citadel head basketball coach Duggar Baucom is back on the show to discuss the forthcoming season. He also shares changes within his program as the SoCon shoots for some sort of college basketball normalcy. Plus, the 0-3 Bulldogs football visits Army in the 2020 finale.
Richard Blanton ('75) discusses his cadet days of the 1970s and how he took an interest in his alma mater to a new level: proprietor of BigRedPalmetto.store. After an embarrassing loss at Johnson Hagood Stadium, PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell sifts through the ashes of The Citadel's lone home game of 2020. Also, Hartsell reports on findings from today's Board of Visitors meeting.
Mike Capaccio, The Citadel's director of athletics, joins the show this week to weigh in on the coronavirus' impact on his department. He also shares thoughts on Brent Thompson's team and its weekend performance against No. 1 Clemson. Also, facility, fundraising and other sports news from the Charleston campus.
Dereks Thomas ('97) discusses his days playing football for The Citadel in the 1990s. Thomas also shares his transition from cadet to actor, including postgraduate work at Harvard. PostandCourier.com sports writer Jeff Hartsell recaps the season-opening loss at South Florida and this week's trip to No. 1 Clemson. Plus, "Knob Knowledge" fun involving the Bulldogs' unfortunate role in helping start IPTAY for Clemson backers.
The 2020 season of Citadel Football kicks off against the South Florida Bulls. Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell joins Jon Rawl for the 13th year of covering the athletic happenings at South Carolina's military college. We also discuss the many changes that the school has implemented to adapt to COVID-19. Plus, stadium improvements and a "Knob Knowledge" trivia question.
The season finale for 2019. Citadel basketball coach Duggar Baucom returns to the show to discuss his 5-5 hoopsters. Three-pointers helped the Dogs wrap the December home slate with a win over Division-III Piedmont College. Also, host Kyle Weaver and Post and Courier Bulldogs beat writer Jeff Hartsell share football thoughts to start the show.
Recruiting is front and center as The Citadel aims to sign around 10 prospects for the 2020 class. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and executive producer Jon Rawl review the handful of high school players that have pledged to Brent Thompson's program. Basketball enjoys a few days off following three wins in four games. What is the Board of Visitors doing with facilities improvements on the Charleston campus? Also, a tribute to former "Voice of the Bulldogs" Ted Byrne, who was killed in a car wreck Nov. 30.
Wofford embarrasses The Citadel on Senior Day, sending the Dogs into the offseason with a 6-6 record. Paul Evangelist and Jeff Hartsell are at Toast! Mount Pleasant to recap what could have been in 2019. Willie Eubanks III picks up SoCon Defensive Player of the Year honors. Plus, Duggar Baucom's basketball team garners road wins at Southeast Missouri and Marist – plus a much-needed home triumph.
Brian Ruff ('77), a Citadel defensive standout that was the 11th Round pick of the Baltimore Colts in 1977, joins hosts Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell at Toast! Mount Pleasant. The crew look back at the head-scratching meltdown in Chattanooga that sent the Dogs to 6-5 on the season. Plus, SoCon champ Wofford visits Johnson Hagood Stadium as Brent Thompson's team wraps the 2019 regular season.
Paul Evangelist and Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell break down Bulldogs football and basketball. Brent Thompson's team enjoyed a much-needed bye last weekend – and now an important trip to SoCon foe Chattanooga Mocs awaits. And Duggar Baucom's hoopsters nearly pulled the upset Tuesday night at the SEC's Georgia Bulldogs.
Chris Beverly and Phil Barrett combine to halt ETSU at the one yard line and The Citadel escapes Johnson City with a 31-27 comeback win. PostandCourier.com insider Jeff Hartsell and former player Kyle Weaver weigh in on the surging 6-4 Bulldogs, who now enjoy an open week. Also, Citadel women's soccer head coach Ciaran Traquair visits Toast! Mount Pleasant and shares news about SoCon All-Freshman Suzuka Yosue, a forward from Osaka, Japan.
Ra'Shaud Graham ('16), team chaplain for Citadel sports and the FCA representative on campus, is the special guest this week. The native of Lake City, S.C., has an important role in keeping cadet-student-athletes focused on their goals. Also, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and Kyle Weaver reflect on the Mercer win and ahead to this week's trap game at struggling ETSU.
The Citadel 27, Furman 10. One of the best wins in Brent Thompson's tenure in Charleston is feted by Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell and former offensive lineman Kyle Weaver. The Dogs improved to 4-4 after thumping the archrival; but now have a pesky Mercer Bears program headed to Johnson Hagood Stadium for Homecoming 2019. Plus, a quick word on Duggar Baucom's basketball team at the dawn of a new season.
Purple Makes Me Puke Week. After dispatching the purple-clad Catamounts of Western Carolina, Citadel playmakers Brandon Rainey, Raleigh Webb and Marquise Blount head to Greenville, S.C., to try and upset legendary rival and principal purple-puker No. 8 Furman. Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell and guest host Paul Evangelist ('87) have the banter going at Toast! Mount Pleasant.
The Silver Shako now resides in Lexington, Va. Kyle Weaver and Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell are at Toast! Mount Pleasant with a recap of VMI's first win over The Citadel since 2002. Brent Thompson's team must now regroup as Western Carolina invades Johnson Hagood Stadium. Plus, the Bulldog basketball team inches closer to the start of a new season.
Four overtime heartbreaker in Homewood. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell joins Kyle Weaver at Toast! Mount Pleasant for a look back at the longest football game in Citadel history, a 61-55 setback at Samford. VMI now heads to Johnson Hagood Stadium for a Silver Shako clash, as Brent Thompson's unit looks to bounce back. Also, audience questions this week include the latest with former players Cam Jackson and Alex Glover; and how will California's new state law for college athletes impact programs like The Citadel?
Another win against Charleston Southern. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and new "Citadel GrayLine" team member and guest host Paul Evangelist ('87) review the close win over CSU. The Dogs now pack their bags for Homewood and the SoCon opener against a gritty Samford Bulldogs bunch. Also, Hartsell shares info on the basketball transfers headed to Duggar Baucom's program.
Victory at Georgia Tech! The Citadel runs over the historic ACC institution in downtown Atlanta and prevails with a Jacob Godek game-winning field goal in overtime. Plus, Citadel Football Association executive director John Carlisle ('64) returns to the show to discuss his organization's important role in advancing Bulldogs football.
I-26 was unkind to Brent Thompson's team, which evacuated Charleston for Hurricane Dorian, spent days in the Upstate waiting out the storm, then hit Elon University for a tough contest matching the SoCon and the CAA. Kyle Weaver and PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell have the full report on the 0-2 Bulldogs, which now hit the road again for a money contest against the ACC's Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.
Hurricane Dorian forces The Citadel's closure, sending the football team back to the Upstate for a week of preparation before facing the Elon Phoenix on the road Saturday. PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell has the latest from Brent Thompson's team, which tries to rebound after a close loss to nationally-ranked Towson in Week 1. Executive producer Jon Rawl steps in for Kyle Weaver this week for this medley of Bulldogs football, soccer and basketball talk.
Season 12 of "Citadel GrayLine" launches from Toast! Mount Pleasant. Former Bulldogs offensive lineman Kyle Weaver hosts alongside veteran Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell. As Brent Thompson's team preps for the opener at home against Towson, we find out about the new defensive coordinator's impact on the program, Brandon Rainey's growth, and new faces on the roster.
Tommy McQueeney ('74) shares his thoughts on Citadel athletics on the Fall 2018 finale. The multi-talented Charleston native also chats with hosts Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell about his book writing career, which includes the just-released "Around In Circles," about former Citadel basketball coach and athletics director Les Robinson.
Tony Skole ('91), head coach of The Citadel baseball team, is host Kyle Weaver and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell's special guest. Skole discusses his emerging ball club; and the former two-sport star for the Bulldogs reviews the 2018 football season. We also salute the 6-2 Citadel basketball team, which opened SoCon play with a win over Mercer.
Duggar Baucom drops by to discuss his streaking Citadel basketball team. The Bulldogs recently knocked off both James Madison and South Florida on the road, and defeated Tubby Smith's High Point Panthers at home Tuesday night. Plus, Baucom, Jeff Hartsell and host Kyle Weaver look ahead to Thursday's football finale at home versus Charleston Southern.
No. 1 Alabama and tiny little Citadel go to halftime tied 10-10; as Citadel fans and college football enthusiasts around the world rejoiced. Unfortunately, they play two halves in football – as PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell relays the great highs and few lows from Bryant-Denny Stadium. Jon Rawl returns to the host chair again this Thanksgiving week alongside his 8-year-old son, Nolton Rawl, a Bulldog enthusiast and possible Knob Aspirant.
BeatBama Week. Jim Waddill ('60) and executive producer Jon Rawl ('93) return to the host seats as they broadcast from Chapin, S.C.; as The Citadel preps for a road trip to face the No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide. The duo also connect with PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell, as we learn more about Brent Thompson's team and its amazing rally for a Homecoming win against Samford.
Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell weigh-in on the decision of Brent Thompson to put sophomore Brandon Rainey as the starting quarterback. The Acworth, Ga., native helped steer a second half comeback at Western Carolina, as The Citadel improved to 3-5. Samford now enters "The Genera" as the Homecoming opponent. Plus, Duggar Baucom's basketball teams opens the season at No. 22 Clemson, losing 100-80.
Furman flummoxes Brent Thompson and the Bulldog football team. PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and former offensive lineman Kyle Weaver sort through the debris of a 28-17 loss to the rival Paladins – as The Citadel now sits at 2-5 on the year. We turn the page to this week's road outing at Western Carolina. And we have info on the improving soccer and volleyball programs at El Cid.
The Silver Shako stays in Charleston! PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and host Kyle Weaver are back to review the close win at VMI. Now, archrival Furman heads to The General. Hartsell also discusses Bulldogs basketball and the recent NCAA verdict against Charleston Southern.
Midterm grades are in for The Citadel football team, which sank to 1-4 on the season after a disappointing Parents' Weekend loss to ETSU. PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and executive producer Jon Rawl evaluate all aspects of the program – from special teams to coaching. Brent Thompson's team now has a chance to get back in the win column Saturday at struggling VMI, in the latest battle for the Silver Shako.
Danielle Dillahey, The Citadel's assistant athletic director for marketing and promotions, is Kyle Weaver's special guest. Learn more about the creativity and manpower on display in the athletics department, as Dillahey and others strive to fill the athletic contests on the Charleston campus. Also, Weaver looks ahead to this Saturday's Parents' Weekend tilt with SoCon-leader East Tennessee State.
Dondray Copeland, a defensive standout on The Citadel's back-to-back SoCon titles of 2015 and 2016, is the special guest. The Class of 2016 alumnus shares his knowledge of the Dogs and their conference foes, as he morphs into a co-host role with "Citadel GrayLine." Also, Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell review the bad loss at Towson as Brent Thompson's team enters its open week.
Rod Johnson's 94-yard kickoff return for a touchdown in the closing moments seals The Citadel's first win of the year at Mercer. PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and former offensive lineman Kyle Weaver break it all down. Now, the Dogs head to Baltimore for a date with No. 25 Towson. Plus, Hartsell shares a little basketball and baseball goings-on along the Ashley.
Joe Crochet, defensive and academic standout on The Citadel's back-to-back SoCon titles in 2015 and 2016, is our special guest. The Georgia native has penned the forthcoming book "My Winning Seasons." Jeff Hartsell and host Kyle Weaver discuss the change of plans with Hurricane Florence, and this weekend's tough road trip to SoCon foe Mercer. Also, producer Jon Rawl rewinds to a 2010 interview with Bulldog diehard Fred Ducker ('63).
Hurricane Florence has forced The Citadel to postpone its home game this weekend against Charleston Southern. Jon Rawl steps back into the host chair as Jeff Hartsell is on the hurricane beat for The Post and Courier. The former host is joined by current host and former offensive lineman Kyle Weaver; and the duo review the Bulldogs' heartbreaking overtime loss to Chattanooga, which sent El Cid to 0-2 on the young season.
Wofford once again has The Citadel's number, as four pass attempts into the end zone in the closing seconds are duds and the good guys lose, 28-21. Kyle Weaver is joined this week by veteran host Jon Rawl; and the pair reflect on the opening setback and glance ahead to this weekend's home debut at "The General," as the Chattanooga Mocs hit Hagood Avenue.
Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell are back in the host chair as "Citadel GrayLine" begins its 12th season of broadcasting information about Citadel Bulldogs football. The Bulldog beat writer has the latest from camp, as Brent Thompson's team prepares for Saturday's season opener at defending SoCon champ Wofford.
Brent Thompson is the special guest on this Fall 2017 finale. The Bulldogs' head football coach discusses offseason plans for his football team, as well as the strategy for Signing Day 2018. Jeff Hartsell and Kyle Weaver discuss the retirement of Wofford coach Mike Ayers. And we have the latest Citadel hoops news. And Bulldog football great Tyler Renew visits with Jon Rawl in Lexington, S.C.
Encore edition. We rewind to last week's show featuring Duggar Baucom, head coach of The Citadel basketball team. Hosts Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell discuss the departure of Jim Senter as the school's athletics director. And several players on the Bulldogs' football team earn all-SoCon postseason honors.
Duggar Baucom, head coach of The Citadel basketball team, is this week's special guest at Charleston Sports Pub in Mount Pleasant. Hosts Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell discuss the departure of Jim Senter as the school's athletics director. And several players on the Bulldogs' football team earn all-SoCon postseason honors.
Clemson spanks The Citadel, 61-3. The Dogs finish the season at 5-6; and Jeff Hartsell discusses what's next for Brent Thompson's team. And executive producer Jon Rawl fills in the host chair while Kyle Weaver is out this week, where he and Hartsell have the latest on a possible departure of Jim Senter, football recruiting, and a basketball win streak.
Kyle Weaver and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell examine the questions left after Furman throttled The Citadel in the last SoCon game. The Dogs now head to Pickens County to take on the No. 2 Clemson Tigers in the season finale. We also get the latest on athletics director Jim Senter interviewing for the open position at UTEP.
Lester Smith ('92), an Athletic Hall of Fame member whose football jersey number (15) is retired at The Citadel, is this week's special guest. Smith discusses the 25th anniversary of the Dogs' historic SoCon title. And hosts Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell reflect on El Cid's bad loss to Western Carolina; and preview this weekend's rivalry game at Furman.
250th Episode. Original co-hosts Jon Rawl and Jim Waddill join Kyle Weaver and Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell for a celebration of the all-Dogs show. Plus, we chat about the 21-3 Silver Shako win over VMI, and take a look at this weekend's final home game between The Citadel and upstart Western Carolina.
Joe Crochet, a defensive and academic standout for the Bulldogs during the team's 2015 and 2016 SoCon championships, talks with Kyle Weaver and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell. Crochet is now writing a book about his experience wearing Citadel blue. Also, we look back at a defensive escape against Chattanooga, and ahead to Saturday's Silver Shako rivalry with VMI.
Three straight losses for Citadel Football. Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell discuss what goals remain for Brent Thompson's team, which heads to Chattanooga for a SoCon scuffle on Saturday. And this week's special guest is Megan Gunter, of The Citadel Football Association.
Mark Bebensee, a 41-year faculty member at The Citadel and currently the school's associate provost for academic affairs, is the special guest at Charleston Sports Pub. Kyle Weaver and The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell try and make sense of the Dogs' second straight SoCon setback. And its "Beat The Hell Out Of Wofford" Week!
Mitchell Lee ('10), currently competing on NBC's "The Voice," discusses the role The Citadel has played in his burgeoning music career. Redshirt junior linebacker Russell Hubbs' father, Eric, talks about the challenges of having a cadet-student-athlete son as the Bulldogs get ready to host Mercer on Parents' Weekend. And hosts Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell reflect on the bad loss at Samford.
Kyle Weaver and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell share insight on The Citadel's week off from the gridiron. Now the Top 10 team has to hit the road to Birmingham, Ala., for a date with Samford. Are the good Bulldogs ready to stop the pass-happy evil canines? And we take a glance at the SoCon performances from this past weekend.
Tony Skole ('91), Citadel Baseball's new head coach and a former Bulldog baseball and football star, is the special guest this week. We learn about the Georgia native's playing career in Charleston and his plans to revitalize the Diamond Dogs starting in 2018. Plus, hosts Kyle Weaver and Jeff Hartsell look back on the comeback win at ETSU, as Brent Thompson's team enjoys an open date this weekend.
Mitchell Jeter dies in a car wreck near his hometown of Rock Hill, S.C. Kyle Weaver memorializes his Citadel classmate and the 2015 SoCon Defensive Player of the Year. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on the football team's win at Presbyterian, and how they managed Tropical Storm Irma. Plus, executive producer Jon Rawl steps back into the host chair with former Bulldog football and baseball player Joel Thompson ('87).
Cam Jackson sparks a second half surge and The Citadel topples Division II Newberry in the season opener. Kyle Weaver, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and Citadel athletics staffer Andy Solomon share their insight on the win. Plus, Solomon discusses his new book, "My First 25 Years Of Citadel Athletics."
Fall 2017 debut. New host Kyle Weaver, an offensive lineman for The Citadel's 2015 and 2016 SoCon championship teams, takes over the show in front of a live audience at Charleston Sports Pub in Mount Pleasant. Weaver previews the 2017 season with Post and Courier Bulldog beat writer Jeff Hartsell.
2016 finale. PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell has the latest SoCon coaching news. The east stands of Johnson Hagood Stadium are being altered. And host Jon Rawl has a "Pass in Review" montage of GrayLine guests from this amazing fall of Bulldog sports: Brent Thompson, Bobby Duncan, Andy Cumbee and Andy Solomon.
The Citadel's incredible 2016 season ends after an upset win by Wofford in the second round of the FCS Championship. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell, special co-host Jim Waddill ('60) and Jon Rawl discuss the loss, what's next for Brent Thompson's team, and 2017 recruiting. Plus, we get a dose of Waddill's eight decades worth of watching Citadel sports.
Wofford heads to The General for a second round FCS Playoff duel against the Dogs. Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl have your complete playoff primer. Plus, Bulldog super-fan Andy Cumbee outlines his love of The Citadel, even though he didn't attend the Bastion on the Ashley.
Tim Keohane ('73) shares the story of Maj. James B. White, SCM (Class of 1849), superintendent of The Citadel during the Civil War. After missing for more than 125 years, the major's battle sword is being returned to his alma mater in a special ceremony on Dec. 6. Also, PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell rattles off the plethora of Bulldogs receiving SoCon honors, as the team enjoys its FCS Football Championship first round bye this Thanksgiving weekend.
Andy Solomon, development officer at The Citadel, memorializes Mike Groshon ('76), a true-blue Citadel Man and longtime athletics department employee that passed away Nov. 11. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell looks back on the Silver Shako win over VMI, which gave the Dogs the undisputed conference crown. And we preview this weekend's ACC-SoCon duel against the No. 24 North Carolina Tar Heels.
SoCon Champs Back-to-Back! In a week where the Chicago Cubs and Donald Trump had unbelievable wins, The Citadel joins the fun to improve to 9-0, earning the conference's automatic playoff bid with a 37-34 overtime win over Samford. Jon Rawl and The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell lay out the No. 5 Dogs' battle plan, as a trip to VMI awaits Brent Thompson's team.
Homecoming 2016. The Citadel welcomes fellow Top 20 program Samford to Johnson Hagood Stadium, with a chance to claim another SoCon title with a victory over the Birmingham breed. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell has your in-depth analysis. Also, we put the Band of Gold Spotlight on The Citadel Class of 1966, as member Rick Toucey memorializes his Vietnam classmates and details this weekend's 50th reunion.
Joe Crochet and the Bulldog defense save the day at Wofford, and the No. 5 team in FCS improves to 7-0. We hear the senior linebacker talk after the historic win. Also, PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and GrayLine host Jon Rawl set the scene for the SoCon race, and preview this Saturday's home tilt with old foe/SoCon newcomer East Tennessee State.
The No. 5 Citadel Bulldogs take care of business against Chattanooga, and remain the only unbeaten SoCon team. Jon Rawl and Jeff Hartsell look back on the 22-14 home victory, and ahead to Saturday's payback game in Spartanburg against triple-option brethren Wofford. Also, we learn more about Class of 2017 member Jesse Ray Nardone's courageous battle against cancer (#jessestrong).
Chattanooga Times Free Press UTC beat writer Gene Henley helps break down this week's epic Top 10 duel at Johnson Hagood Stadium. Bulldog coach Brent Thompson and linebacker Tevin Floyd discuss the important SoCon game. Also, The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell chronicles how The Citadel got through the evacuation for Hurricane Matthew – which included a win at North Greenville.
Hurricane Matthew leads The Citadel's administration to evacuate campus and relocate the home football game to the campus of North Greenville University. Jon Rawl and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell have the latest developments; plus they recap the convincing road win at Western Carolina. Also, we rewind to a 2009 interview with Clay Ludlum ('90), who helped the school get through Hurricane Hugo as the regimental commander. Today, Ludlum is fighting throat cancer caused by his first responder efforts during the 9/11 attack on New York City.
Brent Thompson has an exclusive interview with the GrayLine. We find out more about the first year coach's background, keys to the Dogs' 3-0 start, and how he keeps a cadet-like haircut. And PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell has notes from the open weekend, and a look forward to this week's SoCon road trip to Western Carolina.
Dominique Allen talks after he quarterbacked the No. 10 Bulldogs to another comeback win, 31-24 at Gardner-Webb. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell shares info on the triumph and how the team will focus during an open week. Bulldog basketball forward Bobby Duncan discusses his inspirational journey from student manager to scholarship hoops player. Plus, 2017 basketball commit Hayden Brown, a senior forward at Byrnes High School (S.C), chats with host Jon Rawl about his intent to play for Duggar Baucom's high-octane program.
Sadath Jean Pierre ('13), former Bulldog cornerback and current ESPN3 color analyst, shares his insight on the 2016 team during this Band of Gold Spotlight. Plus, Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl review the close win over Furman, where the Cadets improved to 2-0 in SoCon play. Up next: Gardner-Webb.
Defensive lineman Jonathan King and B-back Tyler Renew talk after the Bulldogs' opening week road win over SoCon foe Mercer. Head coach Brent Thompson weighs in on the victory, and turns the page to the arch-rival headed to Charleston this week, Furman. Plus, PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell reports on the latest stadium developments.
Johnson Hagood Stadium's east side may get demolished. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell discusses the administration's options, as well as off-season maneuvers, on this first GrayLine of 2016. Plus, host Jon Rawl welcomes J. Wallace ('04), president of The Citadel Club of Charleston, as the Band of Gold Spotlight.
Jim Senter, The Citadel's athletics director, discusses the 2015 football season, facilities, and what Bulldog fans can do to help catapult the program. A 2016 football commit, Acworth, Ga., quarterback Brandon Rainey, talks about why he picked Mike Houston and El Cid. Also on this final show of 2015, host Jon Rawl and The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell debate the controversial actions of eight cadets – which subsequently brought Rev. Al Sharpton to campus to meet with Gen. John Rosa.
The FCS Playoffs come to an end in North Charleston. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell recaps the 14-6 setback at Charleston Southern, where Mike Houston's team wraps with an overall 9-4 record. Also, we have a "Pass In Review" encore of some of the show's Band of Gold spotlights from this season: Bill Whaley ('62), Rob Hoak ('78), and Geno Paluso ('89).
Victory in Conway. Mike Houston's determined Dogs win an FCS Playoffs thriller at Coastal Carolina. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell recaps the 41-38 victory, and looks ahead to this week's second round matchup at Charleston Southern. Plus, Citadel basketball head coach Duggar Baucom visits with GrayLine host Jon Rawl, as the roundballers prepare to host the College of Charleston.
The Citadel shocks South Carolina, 23-22. We hear from Columbia's own Tyler Renew, who ran for two scores and 174 yards against the mighty SEC foe. Also, head coach Mike Houston talks about the big win and this week's first round FCS Playoffs berth at Coastal Carolina. And host Jon Rawl and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell share other musings about the incredible season that's still unfolding.
Carolina has a gamecock – and a Citadel Bulldog is ready to wipe that gamecock off the map! As the SoCon co-champion Dogs prepare to ramble against USC at Williams-Brice Stadium, host Jon Rawl previews the regular season finale with The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell. Also, head coach Mike Houston, B-back Tyler Renew and voices from the 1990 Cock Shock win are all featured on this week's show.
SoCon Champs! The Citadel claims its third football title after a win over VMI, and can claim it outright – plus get the automatic berth to the FCS playoffs – with a victory at Chattanooga this week. STATS's FCS senior editor Craig Haley discusses the Dogs' good fortune with host Jon Rawl and The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell. Also, the Band of Gold Spotlight shines on Bill Whaley ('62), quarterback and co-captain of The Citadel's first Southern Conference title team.
Capt. Geno F. Paluso, USN (Ret.), The Citadel's Commandant of Cadets and a 1989 alumnus of the school, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The retired Navy SEAL officer discusses his impressive military background, as well as the important job he now has on the Charleston campus. Plus, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell helps break down the Bulldogs' close win over Mercer – and this week's homecoming battle with VMI.
Malik Diggs and the Bulldog defense contain Furman, and The Citadel improves to 4-0 in SoCon play. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell looks back on the 21-point El Cid win at Paladin Stadium. Also, Citadel "historian" Jim Waddill ('60) is back on the show to talk about the 2015 Dogs, the 1979 SoCon contenders, and the 1950 win over South Carolina.
Charlie Taaffe and Jack Douglas ('92) help relive The Citadel's 38-35 win over South Carolina, which happened 25 years ago this week. The former head coach and his star quarterback discuss the thrilling comeback, the success of Bulldog football in the Taaffe era, and we get an update on what both men are now doing. Plus, The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell weighs-in on the Dogs' impressive win at Samford, and this week's rivalry game at Furman.
Finally. The Citadel downs Wofford, ending an ugly 16-game losing streak to the Terriers. Bulldog quarterback Dominique Allen shares his thoughts on the resurgent team, which now travels to Samford for a chance to move to 3-0 in SoCon play. Also, the Band of Gold Spotlight shines on Howard Barnard ('91), placekicker when the Dogs upset the South Carolina Gamecocks 25 years ago.
Flooding in South Carolina affects The Citadel and its alumni. Jon Rawl and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell have the latest on conditions at Johnson Hagood Stadium, which will host the Bulldogs' Parents Day tilt with Wofford. Also, Maj. Steven Smith ('84) tells the incredible story of the recent return of a sword carried by Confederate Col. Charles C. Tew (Class of 1846).
Charleston Southern embarrasses The Citadel with a third straight defeat. Bulldog head coach Mike Houston talks about the 33-20 setback during the SoCon teleconference. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl discuss what impact the series – including future matchups – will have. And we pay tribute to country music industry leader and Citadel great Tandy Rice ('61), who died Aug. 3. He was 76.
Dr. Turkey Moore ('71), an Atlanta-based surgeon and loyal Citadel supporter, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. Bulldog coach Mike Houston discusses what his team must do to improve on the loss at Georgia Southern. And PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell previews Saturday's home game against Charleston Southern, and the latest on cost of attendance (COA) stipends within the SoCon.
Kevin Yeager, equipment manager for The Citadel's 14 athletic teams, discusses his role within the athletic department. Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell recaps the SoCon-opening win against Western Carolina. Head coach Mike Houston and his football team now travel to Statesboro for a Week 3 date with Georgia Southern.
The Dogs demolish Davidson, 69-0. Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell sorts through the numbers of the impressive season opener. Mike Houston's team now preps for the SoCon opener against Western Carolina. And the Band of Gold Spotlight shines on Burk Parrott ('77), Bulldog backer and owner of Ashley HomeStore locations in the Lowcountry.
Mike Houston and offensive lineman Sam Frye discuss the season opener against Davidson on this 2015 debut of Citadel GrayLine. Post and Courier Bulldog beat writer Jeff Hartsell is back in the co-host chair, and shares his projection for the year. Also, The Citadel Brigadier Foundation executive director Rob Hoak ('78) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight.
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Coach Joe Turbeville ('63), an inductee in the inaugural class of the South Carolina Football Coaches Hall of Fame, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The former Bulldog lineman and retired high school coach led his teams (Winnsboro, Spring Valley, Irmo) to five state titles in four decades of coaching. Also, former Citadel GrayLine co-host Jim Waddill ('60) returns – with lots of Christmas spirit, too – on this 2014 finale.
Pass In Review edition. "Citadel GrayLine" host Jon Rawl reviews several great guests from this fall with a snippet of each interview: The Citadel athletics director Jim Senter, football coach Mike Houston, former president Gen. John Grinalds, and Charleston mayor Joe Riley ('64). Also, the football team receives several SoCon honors.
Aaron Miller, who just completed his senior season leading the Bulldogs at quarterback, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The Class of 2015 member reviews his years at the offensive helm, the coaching change to Mike Houston, and plans after he graduates from The Citadel. Also, longtime Post and Courier sports writer and Citadel GrayLine analyst Jeff Hartsell departs the Bulldog beat.
Coach Mike Houston looks back on his Citadel football team's tough, last-minute loss to Samford, and ahead to this weekend's Silver Shako season finale at VMI. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell talks Bulldog football and basketball with host Jon Rawl. Plus, Scott McFadden ('67) is the Band of Gold Spotlight.
Joe Riley ('64), longtime mayor of Charleston and a new inductee of his alma mater's Athletic Hall of Fame, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. Riley discusses how he met his wife (Charlotte) outside of Bond Hall, the effort to build Riley Park, and his forthcoming role of "professor" on the Charleston campus. Also, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on the Bulldogs' dramatic overtime win over Furman.
John Harrison ('93), a former Bulldog baseball pitcher under Chal Port and Fred Jordan, talks about his forthcoming attempt to break the world record for most pull-ups in one day in this Band of Gold Spotlight. Oorah! Also, Jeff Hartsell reviews the road win at Mercer, and this Saturday's Homecoming game against rival Furman.
Maj. Gen. John Grinalds, 18th President of The Citadel, is this week's special guest. We find out what the retired Marine Corps general is doing now, as well as a look back at his time leading the miltary college from 1997-2005. Plus, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and Bulldog head football coach Mike Houston talk about the Western Carolina loss, as well as this week's road game against Mercer in Grinalds' hometown of Macon, Ga.
Chattanooga makes a mockery of The Citadel football team. The SoCon leader led 31-0 at halftime, and went on to easily down the Dogs. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell gives his best explanation of what happened Saturdya at Johnson Hagood Stadium. We also rewind to last week's show for an encore of the Band of Gold Spotlight.
The Citadel survives a 2OT thriller against FBS-bound Charlotte. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell reviews the Dogs' second win of the season, and looks ahead to this week's game against Chattanooga. Plus, IPS Packaging's Derrick Murdock ('97) is the Band of Gold Spotlight.
Aaron Miller, in or out? For that is the question fans will ask for years to come as The Citadel quarterback is ruled down just before he scores the winning touchdown at Wofford, a last second TD that would've ended the Terriers 16-year chokehold on the Cadets. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell shares his view on the "game of inch." We also preview Saturday's Parents' Weekend duel with the Charlotte 49ers.
Jim Senter, The Citadel's new athletics director, is this week's special guest. Also, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell looks back with host Jon Rawl on the win over Gardner-Webb, and ahead to this weekend's skirmish in Spartanburg against Wofford. Will the "streak" mercifully come to an end Saturday?
Shamus Gillen ('96), of The Citadel's admissions office, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. Learn how Citadel Volunteer Recruiters (CVR) are helping gain applicants, and deadlines and financial options for prospective Knobs. On the athletics side, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell looks back on the two-point loss last weekend to in-county foe Charleston Southern.
Jeff Hartsell previews this weekend's game at Charleston Southern. The Post and Courier's Bulldog beat writer also shares info on a Jameis Winston "punch" he discovered. And the Band of Gold Spotlight is on John C. Johnson ('95), a 20-year veteran of the IT industry.
The Citadel plays well against No. 1 Florida State, and now enjoys an open week before heading to North Charleston and playing Charleston Southern. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell dissects the FSU contest, and tells us the latest with the cut-blocking controversy that developed after the game in Tallahassee. We also hear from Bulldog skipper Mike Houston.
Coastal Carolina rocks The Citadel in the season opener, and now the Dogs travel to Tallahassee to play defending national FBS champion Florida State. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell weighs-in on Mike Houston's football team – and we also hear from the coach himself. And host Jon Rawl takes time to memorialize the three Citadel cadets (Class of 2008) killed on the way to Tallahassee for the 2005 Citadel-FSU contest.
Mike Houston, The Citadel's 24th head football coach, is the special guest on the 2014 debut of "Citadel GrayLine." Host Jon Rawl and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell preview the Bulldogs' opener against Coastal Carolina. And "Spike" gets a national honor.
Football recruiting gains speed, as Signing Day 2014 approaches. Jason Lhota ('93) calls-in from Pittsburgh, where he reports on the coaching staff's effort to land Pennsylvania prospects. The former Bulldog gridder also reflects on his own experience as a cadet-student-athlete during the Charlie Taaffe era. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell previews the '14 football slate. And we have a montage of great interviews conducted this fall on the 2013 finale of "Citadel GrayLine." See y'all in late August!
Fred Jordan previews his 2014 Citadel Bulldog baseball team. We also look back at the Diamond Dogs' runner-up finish at the SoCon Tournament; and we get an update on the various alums playing in minor league baseball. The football staff is hot on the recruiting trail this week. And Chuck Driesell's basketball team didn't have a merry time in Maryland.
Clemson topples El Cid in the final game of the season, 52-6. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell has news on SoCon honors for a few Bulldog players. We also get chuckled listening to the "prediction" going into the season. And Hartsell shares his thoughts on the 2014 outlook for Coach Higgins and crew.
The Silver Shako remains in Charleston after The Citadel storms back to down VMI, 31-10. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on the win, and he gets us ready for the season finale at No. 7 Clemson. Kevin Higgins weighs-in on the tremendous challenge in Death Valley. Plus, Maj. Clay Reynolds ('99) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The Citadel and Clemson alumnus has served in Iraq and Afghanistan for nearly four years; and examples of his service are commonplace amongst Cid alums, and 19 have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Chuck Driesell is the special guest, as he helps preview his basketball team's 2013-14 season. Football chief Kevin Higgins talks about the positives in the convincing win at Elon, and what his team must do to retain the Silver Shako in the final home contest againt VMI this weekend. Plus, PostandCourier.com Bulldog beat writer Jeff Hartsell has news about The Citadel's "road trip" to Charleston Southern in 2014.
Kevin Higgins helps recap his team's big Homecoming 2013 win over SoCon leader Samford. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell discusses what led to the Cadets about-face in the 28-26 triumph. Maurice Drayton ('98) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The former Bulldog team captain, assistant coach and recruiting coordinator shares his vast college football experience.
Bill Krause ('63) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The California-based entrepreneur has donated more than $10 million to The Citadel in recent years, including the creation of the Krause Center for Leadership & Ethics. As Krause celebrates his 50th class reunion this weekend, the Bulldog football team will hit the field with questions aplenty, as Kevin Higgins' team dropped its fifth heartbreaker of the year last week at Chattanooga.
Jeffrey Perez, vice president for external affairs at The Citadel, discusses The Citadel's three-peat as U.S. News & World Report's No. 1 top public college in the South. He also shares info on Leadership Day 2013, this year's cadet enrollment figures, as well as plans for next week's Homecoming. And PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on the progress of the football team, which enjoyed an open week before heading to Chattanooga for SoCon action this Saturday.
Georgia Southern gets a win against The Citadel in the closing minutes, dropping the Bulldogs to 2-5 on the season. The basketball team's third leading scorer last season, P.J. Horgan, is out for this season with a back injury. And we remember Maj. Gen. James A. Grimsley, Jr. ('42), the school's beloved 16th president that died at the age of 91 on June 11.
Ben Dupree ('14), the Bulldog quarterback that helped the Dogs bite Appalachian State last Saturday in overtime, is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The Pennsylavanian discusses his game prep, surviving knob year, getting his class ring at Parents' Weekend, and the next opponent (Georgia Southern). We also have audio this week from Dupree's head coach, as well as knuckleball kicker Thomas Warren.
Furman sends The Citadel to a 1-4 mark, and tempers are flaring about the state of the football program. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell helps us sort thorough the muck, as Appalachian State heads to town this weekend. And we talk about the Old Citadel, as Citadel historian Maj. Steven Smith ('84) has a super-sized scoop of Knob Knowledge about the origins of the school at Marion Square in downtown Charleston.
Joe Pipczynski ('83), a Citadel Athletic Hall of Fame offensive tackle in the Art Baker era, is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Learn how the New York native moved from the gridiron to the business field after his playing days ended. Plus, Jeff Hartsell reports on the hard-fought 59-58 loss to Old Dominion, and what the Dogs must fix as arch-rival Furman plays at Johnson Hagood Stadium this weekend.
South Carolina state Rep. Greg Delleney ('74) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The longtime legislator from Chester serves as chairman of the House judiciary committee. Also, Jeff Hartsell reviews the Bulldogs' first win of the season, a 28-21 triumph at Western Carolina. Now the Cadets look to make it two-in-a-row at Old Dominion.
Judson Boehmer ('93), hero of The Citadel's 10-3 upset at Arkansas in 1992, is the Band of Gold Spotlight. He talks about his days playing for Charlie Taaffe, the infamous watts line scandal at The Citadel, capturing a SoCon championship, and his career as a textile industry executive. Plus, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl try and make sense of the Bulldogs' 15th consecutive loss to Wofford.
Charleston Southern shocks The Citadel in the season opener. We get Kevin Higgins' reaction to the 32-29 setback. Col. Ted Bell ('42) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The Citadel's most decorated World War II alumnus was just featured on a series that aired on South Carolina ETV.
Fall debut. The Dogs host Charleston Southern in the 2013 opener at Johnson Hagood Stadium. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell helps preview the Battle of Charleston. Plus, Kevin Higgins reviews his depth chart on the eve of the season.
Signing Day 2013 is just days away, and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell runs through the list of 19 commits he's discovered. One of the Top 25 overall prospects in South Carolina has pledged with the Dogs, Ben Lippen School's Tyler Renew. We learn more about the Knob Aspirant from the school's athletics director, former Bulldog baseball player Ben Porter ('01). And we have post-Elon audio from basketball coach Chuck Driesell on this spring finale of Citadel GrayLine.
Matt Van Scyoc is a baller. We hear from the freshman guard, who had 21 points in the road win at Georgia Southern. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on the 2013 commits-to-date for the football program. And we look at the official 2013 Citadel football schedule.
Byron Walker talks about his days playing wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks and The Citadel Bulldogs in the early '80s. Chuck Driesell speaks after his basketball team's tough loss to the College of Charleston. And the Military College of South Carolina loses its 19th alumnus in the War on Terror.
Craig Candeto departs the football staff. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell comments on the former Navy fighter pilot's decision to be the head coach at an Ohio college. Also, Chuck Driesell talks after his basketball team was defeated at home by Western Carolina. The Dogs now have three straight SoCon home games.
Fall finale. John Small ('70), the only Bulldog to ever be drafted in the NFL's first round (Falcons), dies at the age of 66. Jeff Hartsell reports on Bulldog hoops. And we have snippets of some of the great GrayLine guests of 2012: Paul Maguire, Stump Mitchell, Chuck Driesell, Harvey Schiller, and a tribute to the late Harvey Dick.
Stump Mitchell ('81) discusses his days as a Citadel Bulldog and St. Louis/Phoenix Cardinals running back in the 1980s. We also learn what the player-turned-coach is working on, as well as his current relationship with The Citadel. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on Bulldog basketball. And the College of Charleston is saying goodbye to El Cid and the Southern Conference.
Sam Hines, The Citadel's provost and dean of the college, discusses the Institutional Program Assessment Committee (IPAC) report, which has drawn questions from many Citadel alumni. Also, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell shares info on Bulldog football, basketball and wrestling.
Jim Waddill returns for this Thanksgiving weekend edition. The former co-host and Class of 1960 member gives us an update on how retired life's been this past year. "Brute" also weighs-in on Kevin Higgins and the Bulldog football team. The Citadel (7-4, 5-3 SoCon) ended its best season in years last weekend, beating Furman in Greenville in the finale.
Paul Maguire ('60) discusses his days playing for the Bulldogs in the late 1950s, his time with the Chargers and Bills in the AFL, and his four decades in the broadcast booth for NBC and ESPN. And after holding on to the Silver Shako for another year, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell helps us get ready for The Citadel's regular season finale at Furman -- a chance for the Dogs to finish 7-4!
Chuck Driesell discusses his 2012-13 Citadel Bulldog basketball team, which tips-off with the All-Miltary Classic this weekend. We also talk about the third-year coach's adjustment to being top dog at El Cid. Also, football skipper Kevin Higgins looks back on the Homecoming win over Elon, and ahead to this weekend's Silver Shako battle at VMI.
MSNBC political contributor Jimmy Williams ('89) gets us ready for Election 2012. The Florence native discusses his cadet days, playing on The Citadel tennis team, and his journey into political talk. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell reviews the 14th consecutive loss on the gridiron to Wofford. And we preview this week's Homecoming 2012 game against Elon.
Beat Wofford Week. Can the Bulldogs beat the Terriers for the first time since 1998? PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell has the complete preview of this weekend's game, aka the "Beacon Iced Tea Bowl VII." We also hear thoughts from head coach Kevin Higgins. And Lowcountry mustard-based barbecue baron Melvin Bessinger ('51) passes away.
Media relations director Mike Hoffman recalls his first stint at The Citadel in the early '90s, and talks about his new gig as the chief publicist for the Bulldog sports teams. Jeff Hartsell reports on Kevin Higgins' team, which won on Parents' Day 2012 over Western Carolina. The Dogs now enjoy an open weekend, before travelling to Wofford next week.
Running back Rickey Anderson and head coach Kevin Higgins talk about the rough day in Birmingham, as The Citadel lost at Samford, 38-7. Also, Marc Buoniconti ('88) returns to Charleston for Parents' Weekend, helping to promote The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis. Joel Thompson ('87) joins us this week to honor his '80s teammate and friend. Plus, we learn about Thompson's own collegiate merchandise company, headquartered in Johns Creek, Ga.
Lee Glaze ('86) discusses his new role as sideline reporter on The Citadel radio broadcast. The Citadel Athletic Hall of Famer also talks about his playing days, the Sumter-Citadel connection and his take on the 2012 team on this Band of Gold Spotlight. Plus, sensational sophomores Carson Smith and Aaron Miller review the tough loss to UTC, and look ahead to this week's game at Samford.
Kevin Higgins, safety Davis Boyle and fullback Darien Robinson review the N.C. State loss, and how to get back to the Dogs' winning ways as Chattanooga heads to Johnson Hagood Stadium this week. Col. John Olshefski ('80) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. We learn about the retired Army colonel's devotion to his alma mater, including the "Bulldog Battleship."
Les Robinson, former basketball coach and athletics director at The Citadel, is this week's special guest. The recent Citadel Athletic Hall of Fame inductee recalls his days on the Charleston campus, as well as his connection to both the Bulldogs and the Wolfpack of N.C. State (this weekend's football opponent). Kevin Higgins reviews his team's impressive 52-28 win over No. 7 Appalachian State, moving the Dogs to 2-0 in SoCon play. And Jeff Hartsell was a cadet this week...for a half-day.
No. 3 Georgia Southern falls to The Citadel in dramatic form, 23-21. We hear play-by-play clips from The Citadel Sports Network, as Kevin Higgins' ballclub eeks out a last-second win. Also, Georgia Southern head coach Jeff Monken isn't too happy after the game. Now in the polls for the first time in years, the No. 21 Bulldogs are getting ready to travel to Appalachian State. But The Citadel is ranked No. 1 -- in the latest U.S. News & World Report publication. Plus, Dr. Bob McNamara, associate dean of the evening undergraduate studies, discusses the new 2+2 program The Citadel has launched throughout South Carolina.
SouthernPigskin.com's SoCon writer Russell Varner discusses The Citadel's conference opener against Georgia Southern. Kevin Higgins looks back on the 49-14 win over Charleston Southern, and ahead to this week's battle with GSU. We also hear from PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell.
Fall premiere. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell previews the season opener against Charleston Southern, as "Citadel GrayLine" begins its fifth season. We also get Hartsell's projection of how the Dogs will fare this year. And host Jon Rawl reminds us of an "international incident" involving Citadel cadets at the 1991 Ryder Cup at Kiawah Island.
Spring finale. The Bulldog baseball team pulls out a dramatic win over the College of Charleston in the SoCon tournament. Also, we have encores of some of GrayLine's great interviews this school year: head football coach Kevin Higgins; play-by-play voice Danny Reed; wide receiver-turned-PayPal® exec Cornell Caldwell ('93); and The Citadel's 2012 commencement speaker -- Harvey Schiller, Ph. D. ('60).
The Citadel Success Institute (CSI) is a summer program designed to help incoming knobs make it through their first year. Jeff Perez, The Citadel's vice president for external affairs, shares info on the success rate of the program and its academic regimen. We have a special snippet of Ronald Reagan's 1993 commencement address at The Citadel, where the late president spoke about Harvey Dick, ERWs and Congress. Plus, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell has a Diamond Dogs and hoops recruiting report.
Conway Saylor, the 2012 Governor's Professor of the Year, talks about her 20-year career teaching in The Citadel's psychology department. We also learn about her role in Leadership Day, which over 2,000 cadets participated in. Jeff Hartsell reports on the arrival of former Bulldog football player Scott Yielding ('93), who leaves behind an assistantship at Oklahama State to come be the Dogs' tight ends coach. And Furman is this weekend's opponent at The Joe.
Dr. Harvey Schiller ('60) talks about the honor of being this weekend's Class of 2012 commencement speaker. The former Bulldog football player, retired Air Force general, Southeastern Conference commissioner, United States Olympic Committee executive director, cable television executive and the current head of Global Options Group highlights his stellar career. Plus, the Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell updates us on Bulldog baseball and former wide receiver Kevin Hardy, who signed a free agent deal with the New Orleans Saints.
Brad Felder ('11), a former Bulldog and current Clemson Tiger outfielder, is this week's special guest. The Bowman, S.C., native chats about his playing days in Charleston; and how he ended up in Death Valley as a graduate student/baseball player. Jeff Hartsell has the latest news on Fred Jordan's 2012 club, which hosts Georgia Southern this weekend. And 11 Citadel Men are memorialized in this week's "Echo Taps."
Tennis coach Kemper Baker joins the show to talk about his team, as The Citadel hosts the SoCon men's tennis championships this weekend. The Diamond Dogs are on a four-game win streak, including a dramatic six-run, two-out 9th inning rally over UNCG. And PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell has an update on Bulldogs playing in the Minor League.
150th Episode. Jim Scott ('69), former Bulldog baseball pitcher and retired Air Force colonel, is the Band of Gold Spotlight. We also learn about his role as the president of the Diamond Dogs Club, which supports Citadel baseball. Speaking of the Dogs, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on their series loss at Samford, as well as the midweek shellacking at South Carolina.
Kevin Higgins recaps spring drills, answers an e-mail question about uniform changes, and informs us that his football team will be playing Clemson, East Carolina and Florida State in the next few years. Also, Jeff Hartsell reports on the recent hot streak Fred Jordan's baseball team has enjoyed, including an upset of No. 28 Coastal Carolina.
No. 10 South Carolina downs The Citadel in baseball play, 7-3. Post and Courier Bulldog beat writer Jeff Hartsell reports on the 9-15 Diamond Dogs, and he has info on a coaching departure on Kevin Higgins' staff. And host Jon Rawl shares info on this year's commencement weekend -- and he has fun remembering the struggle to stay awake in the classrooms of El Cid.
Spring game recap. The Blue team edges the White, 24-21. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on the progress of the Dogs' new shotgun formation. Also, the Diamond Dogs are swept at Appalachian State, but blank Charleston Southern in midweek action at The Joe.
Corps Day 2012 and the Blue-White Spring Football Game take place at The Citadel this weekend. Citadel Football Association president John Carlisle ('64) talks about his group's events this week, including the "Beautiful Bulldog Contest." PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell reports on the injury to all-SoCon defensive lineman Derek Douglas, as well as the departure of defensive coordinator Josh Conklin to the Tennessee Vols.
Board of Visitors spotlight. We listen-in to the most recent BOV meeting, where we hear committee reports from Ben Legare, Fred Price and Glenn Addison. Will The Citadel finally get a parking garage? In sports news, the basketball team falls in the first round of the SoCon tourney. And Jeff Hartsell files a report on the football team's spring drills.
SouthernPigskin.com editor Matthew Osborne talks Bulldog spring football. We also listen to Osborne's interview with SoCon Football All-Conference defensive lineman Derek Douglas. And El Cid basketball coach Chuck Driesell previews his team's voyage to this week's SoCon basketball tournament.
Chance Smith ('07), a former Bulldog baseball player, is killed in a car wreck in Atlanta; and Capt. Ryan Hall ('04) becomes the 16th Citadel alum to die in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. On the sports front, Chuck Driesell shares info on the Dogs dramatic win at Chattanooga. And SouthernPigskin.com's Matthew Osborne went to spring practice and got interviews with coach Kevin Higgins and junior quarterback Ben Dupree.
Jeff Stevenson ('91) helps preview this weekend's trebuchet competition on The Citadel's parade ground. Now an executive with Google, Stevenson also talks about his days as a Citadel bagpiper and Navy submarine officer in this Band of Gold Spotlight. Plus, Bulldog running back Rickey Anderson gets good news as the Dogs start spring practice. And Fred Jordan's baseball team launches its 2012 campaign.
Chuck Driesell discusses his struggling basketball team, losers of eight straight SoCon games. We have the Q. & A. portion of Kevin Higgins' Signing Day press conference. And we get a report on the Bulldog rifle teams from co-host and Post and Courier Bulldog beat writer Jeff Hartsell.
Col. Harvey M. Dick ('53) dies of cancer at the age of 84. We have clips from a 2008 interview with the former assistant commandant of cadets and 12-year Board of Visitors member. Paul Tamburrino ('89) shares his own thoughts on this Citadel legend. We also have a portion of Kevin Higgins' Signing Day press conference, where 29 future Bulldogs are now part of the 2016 class.
Bestselling author Brad Taylor discusses his new book "All Necessary Force." The former Special Forces officer was the executive officer in the Army ROTC department at The Citadel before retiring in 2010. On the Bulldog beat, Chuck Driesell discusses his team's tough double-overtime loss at Georgia Southern. And Jeff Hartsell has a 2012 football recruiting update.
Brett Doster ('93) discusses his role in the world of presidential politics, as South Carolinians vote this weekend in the GOP primary. We also hear about his background working with Jeb Bush, the Bush-Cheney campaign, and now Mitt Romney's bid in this Band of Gold Spotlight. Jeff Hartsell shares insight on the Bulldog basketball team's heartbreaking last two-tenths of a second loss to UNCG. And we have an update on 2012 football commits.
Chuck Driesell talks about his basketball team's win over Samford, and the play of senior guard Cosmo Morabbi. Also, the football team picks up a 2012 commit from North Augusta. And PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell shares info on Kevin Hardy's selection to the East-West Shrine Game, in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Fall finale. We have a few "greatest hits" of interviews conducted in 2011: Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Andre Roberts, Pittsburgh Steeler cornerback Cortez Allen, former Citadel hoopster Zach Urbanus, and The Citadel's external affairs chief Jeffrey Perez. Plus, Jeff Hartsell reports on a new lawsuit filed against The Citadel.
Jim Waddill ('60) retires as the Citadel GrayLine co-host. "The Old Corps Voice" is surprised by his son, Jim Waddill Jr. ('90), in a co-Band of Gold Spotlight. Plus, the Bulldogs lose four straight on the hardwood. In happier news, Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Andre Roberts ('10) leads the NFL franchise in receptions in its dramatic overtime win over Dallas.
Seven committments thus far for The Citadel's 2012 football recruiting class. PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell has the full report, and he recaps final numbers from the just-completed season. Chuck Driesell's basketball team gets ready to begin SoCon play. And co-host Jim Waddill ('60) announces his retirement from Citadel GrayLine.
No. 14 South Carolina downs The Citadel in a fairly close game, 41-20. Jeff Hartsell shares postgame feedback from Bulldog skipper Kevin Higgins, and a few of the players, too. Plus, host Jon Rawl spots a number of traitorous Citadel alums wearing Gamecock apparel at the game. Also, we have an update on the Louis "Skip" ReVille child sex scandal.
Gen. John Rosa apologizes for the school's handling of an alleged sexual incident at The Citadel Summer Camp. Post and Courier columnist Gene Sapakoff shares info on the disturbing, developing case. We also hear from the attorney of the victim, Mullins McCleod. In sports news, the Bulldogs lose a Homecoming heartbreaker to Samford, and now close the season in Columbia against South Carolina. To help spotlight the last time these old rivals met, Hall of Fame coach Charlie Taaffe recalls the dramatic 38-35 win over the Gamecocks on Oct. 20, 1990.
Wide right. The Citadel misses a field goal to beat No. 4 Georgia Southern in the closing seconds. Kevin Higgins, OL Tyler Thornton, and DT Quintin Turner talk about about the 14-12 setback, and look ahead to this weekend's Homecoming game against Samford. Also, we preview the basketball team's trip to Colorado Springs, Colo., as well as their home game next week against the Clemson Tigers.
The Silver Shako will stay in Charleston, as El Cid downs VMI in convincing form. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell helps us preview this week's SoCon road trip to Georgia Southern. And a Bulldog golfer's hair resembles Troy Polamalu's. Is this within Blue Book regulations?
The Dogs win big at Western Carolina, and now get ready for the renewal of the VMI series. Quarterback Ben Dupree stresses the importance of the Military Classic of the South. Also, Kevin Higgins previews Saturday's contest. Plus, Jason Cline ('93) discusses the new Citadel class ring monument on the Charleston campus. And we wrap up this week's show with the Class of 1992 singing "The Citadel Alma Mater."
Running back VanDyke Jones and cornerback Brandon McCladdie speak at the weekly press conference. Also, Kevin Higgins shares his thoughts on the 49-42 loss to Appalachian State, and what needs to be done to win this week at Western Carolina. Plus, a cadet with an improper haircut catches Citadel GrayLine's attention.
Marvin McIntyre ('65) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Recognized by Barron's as one of the top financial advisors in the country, McIntyre discusses cadet life, service in Vietnam, his business success and the new novel, "Insiders." Plus, coach Kevin Higgins, offensive lineman Neal Strange and defensive back Davis Boyle talk about the 43-14 loss to Wofford, and the Parents' Day matchup against Appalachian State.
"Voice of the Bulldogs" Danny Reed chats about the thrilling come from behind win at Chattanooga. We also learn how the former RiverDogs voice moved into the Bulldogs radio position this season. Plus, PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell shares his thoughts on the trip to UTC, and what the Dogs need to do to win again this weekend at home against Wofford.
Elon downs The Citadel in an overtime heartbreaker. We hear coach Kevin Higgins review the 18-15 loss, and what his team needs to fix before playing at UTC on Saturday. Plus, hosts Jon Rawl, Jim Waddill and PostandCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell discuss the just-released 2012 Diamond Dogs schedule.
Chicago resident Cornell Caldwell ('93) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The former Bulldog football and baseball star is now an executive with PayPal®. Also, The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell previews this weekend's road contest at Elon on this Windy City edition of Citadel GrayLine.
The Citadel is ranked the No. 1 public college in the South. External affairs vice president Jeff Perez comes on the show to talk about the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. Also, Jeff Hartsell recaps the Dogs 16-6 loss at home to Furman. And Kevin Higgins talks about the emerging play of some of his young Dogs.
El Cid scores 31 unanswered points to down Jacksonville 31-9 in the season opener. We recap the impressive win, preview this weekend's SoCon opener against Furman, and we have an update on the 2012 contest with the Paladins. Plus, we hear Kevin Higgins' teleconference.
Kevin Higgins discusses his team heading into the opening game against Jacksonville on this fall debut of Citadel GrayLine. Also, legendary Citadel baseball coach Chal Port dies at the age of 80. We have an encore of our 2009 inteview with the coach that led the Diamond Dogs for four decades.
Spring finale. The Dogs lose 12 straight games and miss the SoCon Baseball Tournament for the first time since 1987. Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell talks about the collapse, as well as news on the football front. Also, we have a greatest hits montage of some of our memorable GrayLine interviews this spring: Citadel head football coach Kevin Higgins, Cardinals wide receiver Andre Roberts ('10), Steelers draftee Cortez Allen ('10), historian Curt Campbell ('74), illustrator David Boyd ('60) and comedian Jeff Foxworthy.
Tony Skole ('91), Bulldog baseball and football legend and current head baseball coach at ETSU, is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Skole recalls his playing days for Charlie Taaffe, Chal Port and Fred Jordan. We also learn about his own coaching tactics, as he's just notched his 400th career win with the Bucs. The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell shares info on the '11 Diamond Dogs, who must win big and get help to make it to next week's SoCon Tournament. And tragedy strikes a 2011 graduate on Commencement Weekend.
Cortez Allen talks about his NFL Draft selection by the Pittsburgh Steelers in this GrayLine exclusive. The Ocala, Fla., native and 2010 Citadel grad looks to be a force with the Steel Curtain. The Diamond Dogs get swept by Elon, and lose a tough one in midweek action against CofC. Also, El Cid diehard George "Buddy" Puckhaber ('56) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. We learn about Puckhaber's unique e-mails highlighting Bulldog sporting events, his work as a civil engineer, and his famous TV producer son (George Puckhaber, '86).
The Diamond Dogs sweep Presbyterian, and now return to SoCon play this weekend hosting conference-leading Elon. Pittsburgh Steelers defensive backs coach Carnell Lake comments on his new fourth round draft pick, El Cid's Cortez Allen. Also, it's Commencement Week 2011 at 171 Moultrie Avenue.
Jeff Hartsell has the latest info from the Board of Visitors athletics committee, where athletics director Larry Leckonby reported on financial shortcomings. The Diamond Dogs aim to win this weekend's series against Presbyterian; and Jim Waddill and Jon Rawl reflect on the final days of cadet life.
Cadet Matthew Collier ('12), regimental commander for the 2011-12 school year, talks about growing up in Greer, S.C., knob year, becoming a Summerall Guard, plans as the top cadet, and his future beyond El Cid. Plus, PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell helps preview the non-conference baseball action against USC Upstate.
National Champs go down! The Citadel baseball team defeats No. 3 South Carolina 2-0 at Riley Park. Jeff Hartsell has the exciting recap, as well as how the Diamond Dogs took the weekend series against the College of Charleston. Augusta National Golf Club member Dr. John D. Reynolds III ('61) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The former Bulldog golfer, Vietnam veteran, neurosurgeon and current Club Car executive shares his amazing story.
Bill Horner ('87), publisher of TheLordsOfDiscipline.net message board, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The Laurens, S.C., native tells the story of how he founded the popular forum for Dog fans; and we also get his insider perspective on Citadel sports. Plus, Jeff Hartsell briefs us on the sweep suffered by the Diamond Dogs at Georgia Southern, and how they must regroup before facing Holy City rival CofC at Riley Park this weekend.
Kevin Higgins recaps spring practice, talks about his 2011 roster, addresses the Miguel Starks-Reggie Rice debacle, and discusses future FBS opponents in this Citadel GrayLine exclusive interview. Plus, Jeff Hartsell has info on a future Cid hoopster getting face time on ESPNU; and the Diamond Dogs look to take the weekend series at Georgia Southern.
SoCon commissioner John Iamarino talks conference expansion, future tournament sites and The Citadel's role in the historic conference. Jeff Hartsell reports on the 30-year prison sentence for former football players Miguel Starks and Reggie Rice. We also have the latest on the "suicide by cop" death of Craig Thompson ('89); and a cadet is in hot water for posting inappropriate info on a porn website. Plus, a Blue-White spring scrimmage recap.
Corps Day 2011. Confederate Gen. David Flavel Jamison (1810-1864), founder of The Citadel, is spotlighted by Curt Campbell ('74). As the college celebrates its 168th birthday this week, Campbell tells the story of how his fellow Orangeburg native led the charge to establish the South Carolina Military Academy in the 1840s. Plus, Jeff Hartsell gives us a glimpse of what to expect at Saturday's Blue-White spring football game.
Zach Urbanus looks back on his stellar Bulldog career in this GrayLine exclusive, after his team lost in the first round of the SoCon Tourney in Chattanooga. We also chat with women's golf coach Lori Bonacci, whose team prepares for the SoCon Tourney in Hilton Head. And Jeff Hartsell has the latest with spring practice, Cortez Allen's invite from the Patriots, and the Diamond Dogs' sweep of Appalachian State and David Letterman U.
Mike Groshon ('76) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The assistant athletics director for facilities chats about the playing field at Johnson Hagood Stadium, his 30-years of work at The Citadel, and his role as the caretaker of live bulldog mascots "General" and "Boo." Jeff Hartsell previews the SoCon basketball tourney, where the Dogs open against Elon on Friday. And Cortez Allen impresses the scouts at this week's NFL Combine.
Fred Jordan, The Citadel's baseball coach and a member of the class of 1979, is this week's special guest. He shares info on his pitching lineup for 2011, as well as why Clemson is not on the schedule. Plus, Jeff Hartsell discusses the sinking basketball team; and the ace Post and Courier Bulldog beat writer has a report from the football practice field, as the Gridiron Dogs are undergoing spring drills.
SouthernPigskin.com's J.T. Bennett discusses Kevin Higgins' team, as well as his site's preseason FCS Top 25. Did the Dogs make the cut? And Jeff Hartsell has good info on the exhausted 9-18 El Cid basketball team – losers of five straight.
Jeff Foxworthy calls-in to salute his longtime illustrator and redneck pal, David Boyd ('60), who is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The two have a good laugh discussing their work; plus Foxworthy is asked how well he would've faired if he had attended The Citadel. And the Bulldog basketball team loses three in a row, and now aims to win at home against Elon.
National Signing Day special. Kevin Higgins discusses the 13 high school players that inked with The Citadel. The coach also answers questions about the class from Jeff Hartsell and others. We also spotlight the basketball team, which looks to win its fifth consecutive SoCon game this week. Plus, Darwin Week arrives on the Charleston campus. Seriously?
Miguel Starks and Reggie Rice plead guilty in two home-invasion robberies. Chuck Driesell chats post-game after the blowout win over Western Carolina. Plus, Zan Edens ('93) gives us the scoop on a signing day party hosted by The Citadel Football Association.
Steve Peper ('78) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. This former Board of Visitors member and Citadel Alumni Association president discusses his time in the Marine Corps, his days leading the school and his work in Charleston. We also hear basketball coach Chuck Driesell praise his team's road win at Samford this week. And Jeff Hartsell has info on the latest football commit, a WR/DB from Georgia.
Andre Roberts ('10), Arizona Cardinals wide receiver and Bulldog great, is the Band of Gold Spotlight. He discusses a few memorable games at The Citadel, as well as his just-completed rookie season in the NFL. We also spotlight the Star of the West, which The Citadel just commemorated the 150th anniversary of cadets firing on the Northern steamship. So what happened to the vessel? Civil War historian Henry McCabe, of Greenwood, Miss., discusses the role the ship had in his state during the war, and how it was purposely sunk in the the Tallahatchie River to deter Union forces from capturing Vicksburg.
100th Episode Spectacular. U.S. Rep. Steve Buyer (R-IN), a member of The Citadel Class of 1980, is the Band of Gold Spotlight. We also hear from The Citadel's Nashville and Music Row connection, Tandy Rice ('61), who was Citadel GrayLine's first guest in 2008. And Jeff Hartsell previews the Bulldog basketball team's road trip this week to Colorado, New Mexico, and Las Vegas, Nev.
Mike Veeck, Charleston RiverDogs president and visiting professor at The Citadel, discusses his family's 100-year-long relationship with America's Pastime. His grandfather was a president of the Chicago Cubs, and his late father (Bill) is a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., and was a former owner of the St. Louis Browns, Cleveland Indians and Chicago White Sox. Veeck shares info on the relationship he enjoys with Fred Jordan, Andy Solomon and The Citadel. Plus, Jeff Hartsell has a report on the basketball team's two recent victories.
The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell talks Citadel football and basketball in great detail. Plus, we discuss the state of college football in the Palmetto State -- and the Bulldogs' position in the pigskin pack. What will it take to compete for a SoCon championship?
World War II veteran Col. Ted Bell ('42), who earned the Distinguished Service Cross and a Silver Star fighting in the Pacific campaign, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. Bell discusses 1930s cadet life -- including former roommate and lifelong friend Maj. Gen. James Grimsley -- as well as his service years and post-war civilian career. Also, Chuck Driesell chats with Jeff Hartsell following his first win as the Bulldogs' hoops coach. And we toast the gridiron team, which won a close one at Samford, 13-12.
Basketball great Rick Swing ('79) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The Birmingham, Ala., pastor starred on Les Robinson's teams of the late '70s, and parlayed his Citadel career to a 4th round draft pick of the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers. Also, Jeff Hartsell previews Saturday's football finale against Samford, as the Dogs aim for their first SoCon victory of the year in the Magic City.
Get the Red Out recap. The Citadel loses to Elon during Homecoming 2010, but at least they looked spiffy in defeat wearing new Big Red football jerseys. Jeff Hartsell has a full report on the 27-16 loss. Also, USC School of Law alumnus Jim Waddill represents the "prosecution," and Jon Rawl represents the "defense," in a mock trail of whether Kevin Higgins should be retained as The Citadel's 23rd head football coach.
Norman Seabrooks ('73), the first black football player at The Citadel, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. Seabrooks discusses his matriculation to Charleston, the difficulties of being a cadet in the Vietnam War, and his all-Southern Conference playing days. Plus, Jeff Hartsell brings you up to speed on the Wofford loss, Homecoming 2010, and the SoCon Tournament win by the women's soccer team.
Steve McManus ('64) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The former Hardee's CEO and current owner of the Beacon Drive-In in Spartanburg discusses his business career and this weekend's Beacon Iced Tea Bowl, featuring The Citadel and Wofford. Jeff Hartsell tells us how the Dogs accumulated nine turnovers in last weekend's game against Georgia Southern.
Charlie Taaffe recalls the 38-35 win over South Carolina on Oct. 20, 1990. He also discusses his great Bulldog teams, including the 1992 SoCon Champions. Jack Douglas calls-in to chat with his old coach, and remember his fourth down sneak to seal the victory over the Gamecocks. Jeff Hartsell recaps the 39-10 loss at Appalachian State, and previews this weekend's home game against Georgia Southern.
Dr. W.G. Watson ('31) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The 100-year-old Augusta, Ga., doctor is the oldest practicing physician in the U.S., and he shares memories of being at The Citadel from 1927-31. Also, Jeff Hartsell talks about the Chattanooga debacle. We also hear from Kevin Higgins, running back Christian Robertson and defensive end Milford Scott.
The Citadel Family Association's Dorie Griggs and Dr. Craig Cleveland explain the various ways their volunteer group assists with cadets and their parents. Plus, Kevin Higgins answers questions from Jeff Hartsell, as the Bulldogs look to get back in the win column with the Parents' Weekend 2010 game against Chattanooga.
The Dogs fall at Furman and now prepare to host Western Carolina. Kevin Higgins gives us his thoughts on his football team, which seeks its first SoCon win on Saturday. Also, Medal of Honor recipient Brian Thacker shares his story of service in Vietnam. Thacker is among several Medal of Honor recipients participating in this weekend's events on The Citadel campus, as part of the annual Medal of Honor Society Convention.
Terrell Dallas, the junior fullback who rushed for 172 yards against Presbyterian, talks to GrayLine after the 26-14 win. We also hear from Bulldogs coach Kevin Higgins, LS Bobby Jarvis and DE Erik Clanton. Plus, Fred Ducker ('63) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Ducker helps spotlight The Citadel's 1,000 football games.
Arizona blasts The Citadel in Tucson. Jeff Hartsell of The Post and Courier recaps the 52-6 loss; and we look ahead to this weekend's home game against Presbyterian College. Also, Jon Rawl and Jim Waddill put the Citadel Blue & White Spotlight on The Citadel Regimental Band and its Pipe Band, which just returned from performing at the 2010 Tattoo in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Jack Douglas is the Band of Gold Spotlight. The 1992 graduate and Citadel Hall of Famer recalls his playing days during the early '90s; plus we hear what No. 14 is doing now in Columbia. Also, Jeff Hartsell gives us the scoop on the Dogs' performance against Chowan, and we preview this Saturday's 2,055 mile-long trip to Tucson, Ariz., and a battle against the No. 23 Arizona Wildcats.
Kevin Higgins answers Jeff Hartsell's burning question on this fall debut of Citadel GrayLine. So coach, who will the starting quarterback be? Plus, Jon Rawl and Jim Waddill preview the home opener against Chowan, and salute the 2010 SoCon baseball champs.
Spring Finale. The Diamond Dogs look to capture the SoCon regular season title this weekend in Statesboro as they play at Georgia Southern. We get Jeff Hartsell's take on the 2010 football schedule, and South Carolina lieutenant governor hopeful Bill Connor ('90) drops by to share the latest with his campaign.
Pass In Review edition. We take a look at back at some of the great interviews Citadel GrayLine has had this spring semester, including Super Bowl XXXI champ Travis Jervey ('95), NASA astronaut Randy Bresnik ('89), and country music superstar and Citadel fan Aaron Tippin.
Andre Roberts chats with the media following his third round selection by the Arizona Cardlnals. Also, Jeff Hartsell previews this weekend's Holy City baseball clash between SoCon leaders The Citadel and COC. Jim Waddill highlights the recent e-mail sent from Gen. John Rosa to The Citadel community, and we have Commencement Week activities to share.
Chuck Driesell becomes The Citadel's 28th head basketball coach. We hear athletic director Larry Leckonby, Driesell, and senior guard Cameron Wells at the hiring press conference. Also, Andre Roberts is the 88th pick overall in the NFL Draft, and heads out west to the Arizona Cardinals. The Band of Gold Spotlight is Klaus Schoening ('64), owner of Strategic Financial Concepts in Greenville, S.C.
Lee Glaze evaluates the current litter of Diamond Dogs, which just swept Furman in SoCon play. The 1986 Citadel grad also reminisces about his teammates on Chal Port's 1980s teams. Plus, Jeff Hartsell has the latest on The Citadel's search for a new head basketball coach.
Sam Evans ('78), the Bulldogs' longtime public address announcer and the school's publications editor, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. Jeff Hartsell has the latest with the basketball coaching search, as assistant coach Doug Novak departs Charleston to join Ed Conroy at Tulane. Plus, the football team finally announces a defensive coordinator.
Ed Conroy leaves The Citadel to become Tulane's next basketball coach. Why is the 1989 Citadel graduate moving on to coach a lackluster C-USA team? Plus, the Diamond Dogs win the weekend series at Wofford, and prepare to host Indiana State at The Joe.
Luke Caldwell discusses his quarterback play after the Blue and White Spring Game. Jeff Hartsell recaps the game, as well as info on UNCW's coaching offer to Ed Conroy, and the No. 25-ranked Citadel baseball team. Plus, Col. Bill Buckley ('71), author of The Citadel and the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, is our Band of Gold Spotlight.
NASA Astronaut Lt. Col. Randy Bresnik ('89) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. He tells us about his recent mission on the space shuttle Atlantis, as well as his cadet days in the late '80s. Jeff Hartsell has the latest on rumors concerning basketball chief Ed Conroy possibly leaving for another job. Also, we get a spring football practice report, and a briefing on the SoCon-leading Citadel baseball team.
Coaches continue to jump ship from the football program--two in the last week. Jeff Hartsell has the details, as well as info on the latest arrest in the Starks-Rice robbery cases. The Dogs sit atop the SoCon baseball standings, after sweeping Western Carolina in the opening weekend of conference action. Plus, Connie Tuza ('58) discusses The Citadel Football Association's upcoming CFA-Kevin Higgins Golf Tournament.
Aaron Tippin, country music star and Citadel fan, talks about the free concert he is giving at McAlister Field House on Friday. On the blues front, The Citadel basketball team's season ends with a loss to Appalachian State in the SoCon Tourney, and former quarterback Miguel Starks is charged with a second armed robbery.
Miguel Starks has been charged with the armed robbery of football assistant and Citadel grad Josh Harpe. Jeff Hartsell has the details of the unfolding case, which also involves former Bulldog linebacker Reggie Rice. We hear the reactions of both Kevin Higgins and athletic director Larry Leckonby. Plus, the Bulldog basketball team heads to the SoCon Tourney in Charlotte, and the baseball team plays at Hawaii.
Jeff Hartsell discusses how the basketball team will rebound on the road at Furman and Wofford. He also gives us the scoop on spring football practice, which begins this weekend. Citadel baseball is off to a 2-1 start. Plus, we hear a clip of GrayLine's past interview with Larry Hutto ('91), a member of The Citadel's 1990 College World Series team.
Baseball skipper Fred Jordan ('79) discusses his 2010 roster with Jeff Hartsell. Also, Hartsell and GrayLine hosts Jim Waddill and Jon Rawl review the surging Citadel basketball team, winners of four straight. And we have info on this year's Corps Day festivities, including the unveiling of "Big Red."
Victory at COC! We discuss the latest Bulldog triumph at Carolina First Arena. Also, Kevin Higgins answers questions from Jeff Hartsell and his fellow journalists at the Signing Day press conference. We have an update on the wrestling team, and Jim Waddill reads the letter Gen. John Rosa just e-mailed Citadel alumni, which indicated bleak financial times at the military college.
Super Bowl champion Travis Jervey ('95) is this week's special guest. The former Bulldog running back discusses his days with The Dogs, as well as playing for the NFL's Packers, 49ers and Falcons. Also, head football coach Kevin Higgins announces the 2010 signing class. Jeff Hartsell, broadcasting from Johnson Hagood Stadium, weighs-in with his thoughts on the new gridiron Bulldogs.
Regan Truesdale ('88), Citadel basketball's all-time leading scorer, visits with Jeff Hartsell. The legendary Bulldog had his jersey number (33) honored at McAlister Field House on Saturday. We also chat with Trey Swinton, a senior cadet from Mt. Pleasant, S.C. Swinton and others organized the "Help For Haiti" fundraiser on The Citadel campus, which raised over $1,000 for the American Red Cross.
Gen. William Hartzog ('63) is the Band of Gold Spotlight this week. The retired four-star general discusses his experience as a Citadel cadet, Vietnam, a 36-year Army career, and what he's doing now as CEO of Burdeshaw Associates, LTD. Plus, Jeff Hartsell updates us on the latest in football recruiting, Andre Roberts gets a Senior Bowl invite, and the Bulldog basketball team wins at Samford.
Burke High School quarterback Del'Javon Simmons commits to the Dogs. Jeff Hartsell has the full report, as well as info on the Bulldog basketball team, which hits the road to Chattanooga and Birmingham. Also, we spotlight veteran students on this week's show, as former quarterback and veteran student Dick Guererri ('59) is our special guest.
The Citadel basketball team prepares to host the College of Charleston, as SoCon action is now in full-swing. Also, Jeff Hartsell has the latest on Bulldog football coaching news. Plus, we talk about Pat Conroy's decision to bequeath his Citadel ring to Shannon Faulkner.
Kevin Higgins is staying at The Citadel. We discuss this breaking news, as well as Bart Blanchard's decision to skip his senior season as the Dogs' quarterback. We hear basketball coach Ed Conroy and guard Zach Urbanus talk about the home loss to No. 12 Michigan State. Also, Rick Davis ('68) recalls his days growing up at the Thornwell Orphanage in Clinton, S.C. This Citadel GrayLine is the fall finale. See you in January 2010!
Ed Conroy talks about this week's SoCon basketball games with Davidson and Georgia Southern, and the home game next week with national power Michigan State. Also, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook editor Chris Dortch gives us his take on Conroy's hoopsters. Gerry Ogier ('65) is the Band of Gold Spotlight; and we beam-up to Space Shuttle Atlantis to hear astronaut Randy Bresnik's ('89) reaction to becoming the proud new father of a baby girl.
Lee Glaze ('86), a former football and baseball star at The CItadel, Southern Conference Athlete of the Year and Citadel Athletic Hall of Fame member, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. We also discuss the lackluster football season that just ended with a loss at Georgia Southern.
Andre Roberts and Jordon Gilmore talk about their final game in a Bulldog uniform, as The Citadel prepares to wrap-up the '09 season in Statesboro, Ga., against Georgia Southern. We dig through the citadel@yall.com Inbox, and Jeff Hartsell has the latest on Ed Conroy's basketball team. Plus, we have the Good Morning America report on Space Shuttle Atlantis astronaut Randy Bresnik ('89).
Tommy Langford ('45) reflects on the 35 football games The Citadel played in his hometown of Orangeburg between 1916-59. We hear how the Corps of Cadets boarded trains and headed north to root on the Dogs at the annual Orangeburg County Fair. Also, Jeff Hartsell chats with Kevin Higgins about El Cid's homecoming game against Wofford, the 11th straight loss to the Terriers.
Cmdr. Mike Alverson of The Citadel Regimental Band is this week's special guest. We learn about the band's return to Scotland in 2010, as well as the 100th anniversary of this integral piece of the Military College of South Carolina. Also, defensive back Biron Nabritt comments on the play of his squad, which prepares to face Wofford at Homecoming this Saturday.
Charlie Baker ('71) is the Band of Gold Spotlight this week. A defensive standout under Red Parker, this renaissance man tells us about his involvement with The Citadel Football Association, and his own style of Carolina barbecue. Plus, The Dogs down Furman. We hear from defensive lineman Erik Clanton, who made his first interception in the game. Also, Kevin Higgins comments on the play of quarterback Miguel Starks. And we hear the latest on the "riot" that happened on The Citadel campus on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Tony the Peanut Man is this week's special guest. The Johnson Hagood Stadium fixture shares his unique wit. Also, defensive coordinator Isaac Collins and offensive coordinator Dave Cecchini explain the Dogs' embarrassing loss at Western Carolina, and what needs to be improved upon as archrival Furman rolls in for Parents' Weekend.
Duran Lawson ('08) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The former Bulldog quarterback recalls his days under center, and tells us how he's now on the corporate "fast track" at Norfolk Southern. Also, we hear head coach Kevin Higgins, defensive lineman Terrence Reese and tight end Alex Sellars explain how the Dogs collapsed at Elon last weekend, and what they must do to win at Western Carolina.
"Big Red" is discovered in Iowa. Tex Curtis ('64) explains how the Confederate flag carried by Citadel cadets in 1861 is being brought back to Charleston. Also, Citadel volleyball coach Carolyn Geiger and soccer coach Bob Winch both discuss their Lady Bulldog teams. And Jeff Hartsell briefs us on the Appalachian State overtime loss, and the upcoming road game at Elon.
Clay Ludlum ('90) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. In September 1989, Ludlum was the regimental commander at The Citadel, and helped lead the Corps of Cadets evacuation from Charleston for Hurricane Hugo. We discuss the 20th anniversary of the devastating hurricane, and how it affected The Citadel. Also, we hear from Kevin Higgins' weekly press conference; and Kevin Marshall has a great idea for the Corps to perform as "Lawnmower Man" Armanti Edwards and Appalachian State roll into Johnson Hagood Stadium.
Marc Buoniconti ('88) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The former Citadel football player has been leading a fight for the cure of paralysis ever since he was paralyzed in a game at ETSU in 1985. We also get a recap of the Princeton win with comments from Kevin Higgins and quarterback Bart Blanchard. Plus, Citadel GrayLine "roving reporter" Kevin Marshall shares his pilgrimage to Princeton, via Lexington, Va.
Princeton week. We get you ready for the showdown in New Jersey, as The Citadel plays at the Princeton Tigers. We hear from Bulldog senior defensive stars Ryan Jones and Dewitt Jones. Plus, Archie Foor ('73) of the Delaware Valley Citadel Club is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight.
Chapel Hill is inhospitable to The Citadel, as the Dogs fall 40-6 in the 2009 opener. We have a full recap, including postgame quotes from quarterback Bart Blanchard, and newcomer Joseph Boateng, who earned SoCon Defensive Player of the Week honors for his efforts at North Carolina. Also, two high-profile Citadel athletes have recently left the school after running afoul with the honor code. We discuss the importance of not plagiarizing; and the 21st Century tools faculty uses to detect it.
The Dogs prepare to face the Tar Heels in Chapel Hill. Jeff Hartsell has an interview with offensive lineman Daniel DeHaven. We also hear from Kevin Higgins, and DeHaven's teammate, Andre Roberts. Plus, we remember The Citadel's great gridiron victories over Arkansas (1992) and South Carolina (1990).
Kevin Higgins, The Citadel's head football coach, and wide receiver Andre Roberts comment on the upcoming season on this Fall '09 debut of Citadel GrayLine. Also, Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell has analysis of the Dogs. We also hear from host Jon Rawl, co-host Jim Waddill and Citadel GrayLine correspondent Kevin Marshall.
Citadel GrayLine's season finale. We go live to Jeff Hartsell at Flour Field in Greenville, S.C., where The Citadel baseball team is playing in the SoCon Baseball Tournament. Also, we discuss the summer schedule of Citadel coaches and players. We have an encore of a few guests that joined GrayLine this academic year: Red Parker, Bobby Ross, Art Baker, Chal Port, and Harvey Dick. It's the spring finale of Citadel GrayLine. We'll be back on the air for our 2009-10 run on Aug. 27. Thanks for listening, and have a great summer.
Major Gen. James Grimsley ('42) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. The popular Grimsley was president at The Citadel from 1980-89. We find out what he's been doing at El Cid in recent years. Also, Post and Courier CItadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell comments on Fred Jordan's Diamond Dogs, and the likely departures of a few Bulldog basketball players.
Graduation week edition. We go over the just-released APR ratings of The Citadel's athletic programs; plus we get you ready for SoCon baseball action this weekend. Also, Chuck Jesse ('69) discusses next week's Greenville Citadel Club golf tournament, which will include Kevin Higgins and Ed Conroy as special guests.
Angie Ping, senior development officer at The Citadel Foundation, is this week's special guest. Ping outlines the various ways alumni and friends of The Citadel can contribute to the school. Also, we discuss the recent hazing incident at El Cid, and the Recognition Day party that led to various violations by Citadel cadets. Plus, Jeff Hartsell of The Post and Courier has your Bulldog baseball brief.
Dan McDonnell ('92), second baseman on The Citadel's 1990 College World Series team and currently the head coach of the Louisville Cardinals baseball team, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. Also, Jeff Hartsell catches-up with Kevin Higgins after the Blue-White game at Johnson Hagood Stadium.
The Gamecocks are swept on the diamond by The Citadel Bulldogs. Jeff Hartsell has the full report. Plus, we get the latest on the Ed Conroy-to-Appalachian State possibility. And we discuss this weekend's Blue & White spring football finale.
Chal Port, Bulldog baseball coach for four decades – including a berth in the 1990 College World Series – is this week's special guest. Also, we go in-depth on the issues of "Dixie," women at The Citadel, and more. Harry Rivers ('73), an attorney from Easley, S.C., discusses the perceptions some have of The Citadel, including its history and traditions.
Darren Goldwater, the "Voice of the Bulldogs," is this week's special guest. Hear his journey to the mic. Plus, former Bulldog catcher and regimental commander Dickie Jones ('76) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Jones is also the father of current Bulldog catcher Richard Jones. And Jeff Hartsell catches-up with Kevin Higgins.
Spring football practice continues for the Dogs. Also, South Carolina lieutenant governor hopeful Lt. Col. Bill Connor ('90) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Hear how this Cid grad intends to shake things up in Columbia.
Postseason play for the Bulldog basketball team! Also, Citadel head football coach Kevin Higgins comments on spring practice. Additionally, SoCon indoor track coach of the year Jody Huddleston chats with the GrayLine gang; and Taylor Gross ('96) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Gross worked as Oliver North's radio and TV producer, before serving as a spokesman in The White House under President George W. Bush.
Former Citadel and NFL head coach Bobby Ross discusses his days as the Bulldogs skipper in the mid-'70s. Also, Jeff Hartsell has the full report on El Cid's opening loss to Samford in the SoCon basketball tournament in Chattanooga, Tenn.
SoCon coach of the year Ed Conroy ('89), as well as SoCon all-conference selection Demetrius Nelson, are interviewed on this week's show. Also, famed author Pat Conroy ('67) and his old teammate, Col. David Bornhorst ('68), comment on the incredible accomplishments of Ed Conroy and the entire Bulldog roster. Finally, Tandy Rice ('61) checks-in from Nashville, as we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of "Citadel GrayLine."
Richard Johnson ('76), the athletics director at Wofford, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. He discusses his playing days with the Dogs; and the success Ed Conroy's litter is having in '09. Also, Jeff Hartsell discusses the Charleston.net article penned by Conroy's cousin, Pat.
U.S. Rep. Gresham Barrett ('83) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. We hear about Barrett's work on Capitol Hill, and his cadet days. Also, Jeff Hartsell discusses the Basketball Bulldogs' big wins on the road at CofC and Davidson. And Fred Jordan's Diamond Dogs prepare to start the '09 season.
"Miracle On The Hudson" survivor Mark Hood ('82) describes the dramatic rescue of US Airways Flight 1549, which crashed in the Hudson River on Jan. 15. Also, Citadel basketball great Doug Bridges ('68) remembers former head hoops coach Mel Thompson, who passed away at the age of 76 on Feb. 5.
Kevin Higgins comments on the 2009 football signing class. Plus, Jeff Hartsell chimes-in with his take on this new litter of Dogs; and we get the latest info on the red-hot CItadel basketball squad.
Art Musselman ('60), a member of the famous "Blitz Kids" teams of the late '50s, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. This weekend Musselman's jersey is being honored at The Citadel. Also, the current Dogs win three big SoCon games in a row, including a home rout of the College of Charleston. And Jeff Hartsell of the Post and Courier has the latest info on football recruiting.
The late E.B. Peebles ('39) is the Band of Gold Spotlight this week. His grandson, Bush Peebles ('90), as well as his nephew, Col. Lee Jones, share memories of this Mobile, Ala., legend. This weekend the Senior Bowl takes place in Mobile at 40,646 seat Ladd-Peebles Stadium, co-named in the Citadel graduate's honor. Also, Jeff Hartsell has the latest in recruiting news for the football team. And we get you ready for the COC-Citadel basketball game on Saturday.
Dr. Bill Schupp ('62), president of The Citadel Basketball Association, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. He discusses the hard work his volunteer organization has performed to further Citadel basketball. Also, Jeff Hartsell and Jim Waddill have fun discussing the hair length of Citadel athletes. And the Echo Taps portion of the show includes a tribute to Major Brian M. Mescall ('97), who was killed in action in Afghanistan on Jan. 9.
The 2009 kickoff show. We chat about the official '09 football schedule, more accolades for Andre Roberts, and the basketball team prepares for more SoCon action. Plus, the Band of Gold Spotlight features Citadel basketball and football great Cliff Washburn ('02), who discusses his NFL experience.
Tangerine Bowl MVP Jerry Nettles ('61), along with assistant coach Pride Ratterree, relive the only bowl win in Citadel history, a shutout over Tennessee Tech in 1960. Also, Jeff Hartsell of The Post and Courier discusses the hoops team's good start, including a road win against UNC-Greensboro. It's the Fall '08 finale of Citadel GrayLine. Merry Christmas!
Marine Capt. Warren Frank ('04) is killed in Iraq, becoming the 13th Citadel alum to perish in the War on Terror. We salute this Citadel patriot on this episode of the show. Also, the Bulldog basketball team enters SoCon action in the Tar Heel State. And Jeff Hartsell grades the 2008 football team. Plus, we have info on the 2009 Citadel Baseball schedule.
The Dogs are chomped in The Swamp. We recap the '08 season; plus chat with Jason Cline ('93) about his opportunity to lead The Citadel to the Rose Bowl. Also, Citadel Football Association president John Carlisle ('64) discusses the fine work his volunteer organization performs to help out Coach Higgins and the gridiron team. It's a Turkey Week edition of GrayLine.
"Mr. Two Bits," aka George Edmondson ('45), is this week's special guest. For 60 years Edmondson has rooted on the Florida Gators, who take on The Citadel this weekend. We hear his story of cadet life during World War II. Also, Jeff Hartsell recaps the dramatic homecoming win over UTC.
Citadel athletic director Larry Leckonby is a special guest this week, as is Citadel great Bubba Kennedy ('70). Leckonby has breaking news about the football team's '09 game in Columbia against South Carolina. He also gets the Bulldog Nation ready for Homecoming '08. Kennedy is the Band of Gold Spotlight, and shares info about his two decades of work at El Cid, and what he's doing now in the Upstate.
Beat Wofford Week. The Dogs look to get on the winning track in Spartanburg. The GrayLine guys discuss the tough triple overtime loss to Georgia Southern (and the lack of Corps support at the game). Also, Col. Tony Lackey ('61) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight. We find out what the former assistant commandant is doing now at El Cid.
John Saunders, a junior cadet from Walterboro, S.C., calls the GrayLine to discuss an interesting proposal he has for governing the Corps' disciplinary issues. Also, Jeff Hartsell and the guys break-down the lopsided loss to Samford, and what the Dogs need to do to get ready for a big home game against the Georgia Southern Eagles.
The Eternal Cadet calls-in to share his thoughts from within the Corps of Cadets. Also, Jeff Hartsell shares insight into why the Dogs were whipped in Greenville by the FU Paladins. What do the boys need to do to get ready to hit I-20 West and face Samford in Birmingham, Ala.?
Furman week. Former Citadel and Furman head football coach Art Baker is a special guest on this edition of "Citadel GrayLine." Also, former Citadel Bulldog and St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Britt Reames ('96) is the Band of Gold Spotlight.
1st Lt. Brian Brennan ('06) is the Band of Gold Spotlight. Brennan was severely wounded fighting in Afghanistan, losing both legs and suffering severe head trauma. He tells us about his recovery; plus Brennan's father, Jim, and former Tango Co. tactical officer Capt. Ken Boes ('84) comment on this outstanding Citadel Man. Also, head football coach Kevin Higgins comments on the lopsided loss at Appalachian State, and what the Dogs need to do to beat Elon on Parents' Weekend 2008.
Col. Harvey Dick ('53) is the Band of Gold Spotlight on this week's "Citadel GrayLine." The former assistant commandant of cadets and Board of Visitors member shares his thoughts on The Citadel, including a few things going on behind Lesesne Gate today. Also, Appalachian State athletic director Charlie Cobb welcomes Citadel fans to Boone, N.C., where the Bulldogs take on ASU this weekend.
Princeton comes to Charleston and gets beat on the gridiron, while the Tigers' band provokes a battle with the Corps of Cadets. We have the full report on this flute-breaking edition of Citadel GrayLine. Also, we preview this weekend's home game with Western Carolina.
Nap time at The Citadel, as a new policy goes in to effect that will give cadets more time to catch some sleep. (Are you serious?) Also, the Princeton Tigers head to the Lowcountry for a showdown at Johnson Hagood Stadium. Jeff Hartsell gives us a peek at the Ivy Leaguers; also we get some Citadel basketball info from the only El Cid beat writer.
Red Parker, former head coach at The Citadel from 1966-72, is this week's special Citadel GrayLine guest. Also, the loss at Clemson is discussed in detail.
Clemson gets ready to host The Citadel Bulldogs. We have a full preview; plus we look back at the big win over Webber International. Also, co-host Jim Waddill recalls the coaching days of Red Parker, a former Citadel and Clemson head coach.
The fall return of Citadel GrayLine. The Bulldogs prepare for their season opener against Webber International. Post and Courier beat writer Jeff Hartsell gives us a preview of the '08 Dogs. The Band of Gold Spotlight features Dr. Harvey Schiller ('60). We find out about the incredible career this Citadel Man has enjoyed, from Southeastern Conference commissioner to TBS Sports president.
Spring Finale. Former Citadel football coach Ellis Johnson ('75) is the Band Of Gold Spotlight on this extended edition of Citadel GrayLine. Hear the current South Carolina defensive coordinator talk about his days as a cadet, assistant coach and head coach (2001-03) at The Military College of South Carolina. Also, we discuss his relationship with Steve Spurrier. And this last edition of the spring recaps the Diamond Dogs' dismal season. After a summer hiatus, Citadel GrayLine will be back on the air each week starting Aug. 25. Have a great summer, thanks for listening, and Go Dogs!
Will the recent slide of the '08 Bulldog baseball squad lead to offseason changes on Fred Jordan's staff? We discuss this, as well as the Dogs' SoCon Tournament strategy. Also, the Board Of Visitors approves letting a CGPS alumnae give a Citadel diploma to her cadet-daughter during the 2008 Commencement. GrayLine reviews this recent Citadel tradition violation.
Citadel athletes have done well in the classroom, receiving a passing grade from the NCAA's Academic Progress Rate report. Also, the Bulldog baseball team wins on the road in Rock Hill against Winthrop. Plus, the Band Of Gold Spotlight features Stephen Stubley ('93) discussing the 13th Annual Brian C. Martin Memorial Golf Tournament, taking place at Oaks Hill Golf Club in Columbia, S.C., on May 31. Martin died in a car wreck in 1996, and each year his 1993 classmates and more gather in Columbia to raise money for a needs-based scholarship at The Citadel.
Larry Hutto ('91) was the catcher on The Citadel's 1990 College World Series team, and he's this week's Band Of Gold Spotlight. Hear about the Bulldogs' historic rise to Omaha, and what the Hampton, S.C., native has been doing since his days on Moultrie Street. Also, Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell has the latest on the current Bulldog baseball team; and info straight from head football coach Kevin Higgins regarding changes in the FCS playoffs.
Board of Vistors member Claude W. Burns III ('80) is this week's Band Of Gold Spotlight. The Rock Hill, S.C., native owns Burns Cadillac Chevrolet, a company that's served South Carolina since 1923. He relays info on his business, as well as the responsibilities he now undertakes as a leader at The Citadel. Also, Y'all Magazine's college baseball analyst Brian Ferguson gives us his take on Fred Jordan's litter of Dogs. Will El Cid successfully make it through the upcoming SoCon tourney?
Junior pitcher Wes Wrenn is named SoCon Pitcher of the Week. The High Point, N.C., native pitched a no-hitter into the seventh inning in a 9-1 Citadel win over Davidson on Saturday. Wrenn and his teammates swept the Wildcats in weekend action, and moved into second place in the conference standings. However, mid-week losses on the road to UNCW and East Carolina have put Fred Jordan's team in another tough spot. Also on this episode of Citadel GrayLine, Recognition Day has been moved up several days on the Spring '08 schedule. Is this a good - or bad - thing? We talk about this important Citadel tradition.
South Carolina state Sen. Billy O'Dell ('60) is the Band of Gold Spotlight on this week's Citadel GrayLine. The Republican from Ware Shoals has served in the State House since 1989. Hear his role in appropriating funds for his alma mater; plus war stories from his days as a cadet. Also, Jeff Hartsell has info on the Bulldog baseball team's recent wins against Wofford and Charleston Southern. And there's a new strength and conditioning coach in The Citadel athletic department.
Col. Quincy Collins ('53), a distinguished Citadel graduate, is this week's special guest on Citadel GrayLine. The Air Force pilot spent over seven years as a POW in North Vietnam; where his cellmate was John McCain. Hear Collins' amazing story of survival, and how The Citadel helped prepare him. Also, Jeff Hartsell of The Post and Courier shares info on the Bulldog baseball team's tough loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks.
Who will the next athletic director at The Citadel be? We have comments from current AD Les Robinson on this edition of Citadel GrayLine. And what's going on with Dogs on the baseball field? Also, Clemson head football coach Tommy Bowden comments on his team's Sept. 6 match against the Bulldogs in Death Valley; and Col. Douglas A. Dods ('76) is in the Band Of Gold spotlight.
Spring practice is over for Kevin Higgins' team. The Dogs held a Blue-White game on Corps Day, and Jeff Hartsell of The Post and Courier has a full report. Also, the Baseball Dogs continue to have ups and downs along the early path of the '08 season.
Cameron Wells, the SoCon Freshman of the Year, joins Citadel GrayLine to discuss his recent honor. Cadet Pvt. Wells, from Houston, Texas, led the Citadel basketball team and was the league's leading scorer among freshman. Also, The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell shares his insight on the spring practice of the Football Dogs. Finally, The Citadel mourns the loss of longtime Board of Visitor chairman James E. Jones Jr. ('58). Jones' longtime Citadel friend, Bill Endictor ('59), joins GrayLine to discuss the accomplishments of this extraordinary Citadel Man.
The inaugural broadcast of Citadel GrayLine. This historic show features Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell, head football coach Kevin Higgins, and Citadel Man extraordinaire Tandy Rice ('61). Hear Coach Higgins discuss his new signees, and also find out what's going on with the team as spring practice is under way. Also, the Diamond Dogs beat No. 23 Louisville, skippered by grad Dan McDonnell ('92). Enjoy GrayLine, the radio show and podcast for diehard Dogs.