RedDog 44: Recent Episodes
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This week we discuss tournament time in high school wrestling, Australian Open, greatest college basketball center of all time, Super Bowl, and more.
Remember Tom Matte? Semi finals of the NFL - The Best Round, Who's the greatest College Basketball Center of All Time? Bald Eagle...
Clemson hammers Alabama, Pros playoffs are heating up, Basketbaqll is all about Zion and Baseball is getting ready. Where will Machado go?
There is so much going on in sports it's hard to talk about everything but...NBA Finals...more drama. Justify goes for the Triple Crown - MY Prediction and my predictions on two world title fights.
OK, so who was the G.O.A.T when it comes to MLB centerfielders? Mike Trout, Cool Papa Bell, Tris Speaker, Duke Snider...? And just what do today's sportscasters mean by "stealing a game"? Ever heard of Rugby Sevens? I love it! Listen in to episode 130.
It's Memorial Day weekend and that means the Indy 500 - an American tradition. Also, are our methods for teaching kids to play baseball wrong? And, is the baseball juiced this year?
In the latest episode Coach expresses his frustrations with his favorite MLB team, chides Nick Saban and Colin Cowherd, and gives thoughts on the Preakness and boxing. Agree or disagree?
We've got a big fight for the WBA Lightweight title - Linares vs Lomachenko. Thoughts? How about Shohei Ohtani? What a cool story and finally, Dwayne Casey's unforgiveable transgressin. Hear it all on this weeks Reddog44!
Join us as we get thoughts on the Kentucky Derby - can Justify win the Triple Crown? Pablo Sandoval pitches 1,2,3 in the 9th, NFL draft thoughts and who is the MVP of the NBA?
On the Old Coach's "My Take" this week it's one of his pet peeves on running backs and linemen. Also, World Series, NCAA football (Who are the top 4?) and NFL. Finally, more high school football rankings.
Tune in to this weeks episode and get the Old Coach's views on who will win the World Series and also a little college football. What's a tough guy and who are they? Find out! High school power rankings continue.
Episode 123: How can we expect to be a soccer power on the world stage? The Old Coach spells it out. Also a little of this and that in MLB, NFL, NCAA Football and the countdown for power rankings in high school football continue with #20-16. Who will they be?
Lot of stuff going on now...Baseball playoffs, NFL action and Aaron Rodgers, craziness from the NBA, most impressive coach in NCAA football 2017, and the countown continues for high school power index ratings. Talkin' sports!
Talking about foul balls, home runs, the college football scene and a few odds and ends. Also, let's get that countdown going!
Episode 120 kicks off a NEW direction for RedDog44. Tune in and hear the plan to discuss all sports at all levels. Also boxing and football.
James Franklin at Penn St. calls out his football players for sitting in the back row of class. Also, the countdown continues on the strongest high school football states in the nation.
This week on RedDog44; Are We Having Fun? Also, which state has the best football? Can that be answered?
Been watching NCAA Basketball? How about NCAA Wrestling? Well, we have, and a whole lot more. Then what's a tackle and what's an assist? And which state plays the best football?
A whole new format change here at RedDog44! We will be a source for philosophies, opinions, and ideas for high school football coaches and fans across the nation. And of course, any other intersting stories and antecdotes will be included. Let us know what you think.
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Well, not much going on in Central Illinois High School football right now but the Argenta job is open and we'll discuss - good job? Also, we are continuing the countdown of the power rankings of all states in the country. This week - numbers 30-21.
I missed last week due to the Christmas Season but I'm back at it. Tune in as we talk about ways to learn more in the off season as a coach, head coach openings in Central Illinois, and state by state power rankings.
DII Championship game in the snow. Is that fair? Also, a little basketball talk and Bears - Packers. Then we finish up with state by state power rankings for high school football.
What are some of the greatest rivalries in American sports - and which is the greatest? Debateable, of course, but I'll tell you mine. Maxpreps ranks Central illinois football teams and a few more thoughts on eight man football.
Ever play football in the snow? Coach talks about HIS experiences as a youngster and then on to more serious conversation about the possibility of 8 man football in Illinois. Could this be something for Central Illinois football?
Listen in as we recap the finals on RedDog44 and conclude the 2016 season. In all, three Central Illinois teams won state titles and we had four runner-ups. Congrats to all Central Illinois teams on another great season.
We're finally here - the finals! It's been a long, tough season and the boys get to lace 'em up one more time. This one for all the marbles. Listen in as Reddog44 gives predictions AND scores of the championship games. See if you agree or think I'm full of baloney.
Congrats to these Central Illinois teams: St. Teresa, Deer Creek-Mackinaw, Maroa-Forsyth, Carlinville, Rochester, Peoria Central, and Sacred Heart-Griffin.
Man oh man, did we have some wild ones? Let's talk about it and then head to the semifinals - what can most times be the best round of a tournament.
RedDog44 discusses 2nd round results of the playoffs for Central Illinois and surveys the quarterfinals.
Episode 106: Yes, we had a few upsets and one BIG one. Now it's on to the 2nd round of the playoffs where things really get interesting. A whole bunch of 10-0 matchups!
Wrapping up our Central Illinois playoff outlook by covering the biggest schools in our area - 5,6, and 7A. We'll take an overall view and, of course, make our picks for Central Illinois teams to advance.
The 1A and 2A brackets are on episode 103 but this episode will focus on the 3A and 4A playoff brackets. We'll give an overview and our picks for Central Illinois teams to advance to the 2nd round.
The playoffs are here and we begin with IRONMAN football, 1A and 2A brackets. Who are RedDog44's favorites to win it all and this week's picks? Tune in and find out.
Why do I love October? Also, week 8 highlights and games of the week for week 9 as we close out the regular season. Next week we will preview the playoff brackets, best time of the season.
In this week's episode you'll hear THE REST OF THE STORY. Also a recap of one of the best weeks of the season as we discuss week 7. Then, it's on to week 8 games of the week and my bold predictions!
Hey, this is my 100th episode on RedDog44! It's been a learning experience. A story from '67 and then a recap of week 6. Week 7 is full of GIANT games. Who do I pick? Tune in and find out.
Do you believe we just passed the mid point of the season? RedDog44 recaps week 5 and gives his picks for week 6's games of the week.
Can you believe we're nearing the midpoint of the season? Listen in on last week's recap and RedDog44 delves into the big games of week 5. Also, a little story from 1966 - hope you like it.
Taking a closer look at how the season is shaping up in Central Illinois. Also, a slew of big games this week and RedDog44 gives it's picks for 24 games! New rankings are to your right ------>
RedDog44 did not have a good week with picks and will talk about that as well as give his picks on week three's games of the week. The season is in full swing!
Opening week is behind us (always exciting) and we'll see how RedDog44 did on it's picks of games of the week. Then, on to week two for more games of the week, and discussing Central Illinois rankings. It's on!
The season is finally here and RedDog44 selects the GAMES OF THE WEEK and predicts the winners. Here we go for another exciting Central Illinois high school football season as we kick off 2016!
RedDog44 gives more thoughts on winning high school football, how coaches do a MUCH better job these days of keeping their players hydrated, and pre-season rankings and thoughts as we start the season with practice. Join us for Central Illinois High School Football!
Pre Seaon rankings for 2016 are up! Also, RedDog 44 talks about the keys to winning football.
Golf is in the Olympics? Who knew? Why I like (and don't like) option football. Also, our weekly trivia question and what to expect this fall.
We finish up our take on body type and motivating players and also welcome in Coach Mike Allen of Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley. Coach gives us insight to last season, how the Falcons operate, and his thoughts on the HOI Coference in 2016.
A continued talk about body type for athletes; LeRoy coach BJ Zeleznik shares thoughts on last years playoff run, tells a couple of his favorite football stories, and gives his take on the HOI in 2016.
Get a chance to know new head football coach at Lincoln, Matt Silkowski. Also, pro sport franchise trivia and more weight room thoughts.
Tune in and learn a little more about new Villa Grove head football coach, Joe Stokowski. Also, a little trivia and the coaches disagree a little on O line and O backs philosophy. It's all good!
The mythical Central Illinois Championship game result! Is it SHG or PND? 3rd and 5th place results also. Listen in to new Morton head coach, Tim Brilley and get his thoughts on weight training and other items of interest.
The Central Illinois Championships storm into the semi final round. Who will play for the championship? Special guest this week is Trevor Compardo, new head coach for the New Berlin Pretzels. Get to know the new coach!
This is getting tough to pick! RedDog44 gives his picks of the quarters in the Central Illinois Championships. Can Arcola whip mighty SHG? Or how about Tri-Valley handling Rochester? Champaign Central and Peoria High square off and also Peoria ND going against Normal Community.
New head football coach at Pana High School Trevor Higgins joins us this week and gives his predictions on the Central Illinois Championships and then talks about what's goin' on with Pana football.
What would happen if we took 32 of the top Central Illinois high school football teams from the 2015 season and had a tournament? Well, RedDog44 gives HIS predictions and results. From seeds to scores - find out the first rounds action. And remember, there's always at least one crazy upset!
Ever complain about sports officiating? We'll talk about that and then kick off our special addition of the Central Illinois Championships. Find out what that's all about!
Coach talks about "inventing" sport games as a kid and then takes a look at the proposal submitted to the IHSA to separate public and non public schools for the football playoffs. Good idea?
In this week's episode U-High head coach Trevor Von Bruenchenhein will talk about his new position and also discuss U-High's move to the Central State 8 from the Cornbelt Conference.
After taking a week off RedDog44 is back at it with a take on unconditional love and then a talk with this week's guest, Nathaniel Albaugh, head football coach at Champaign Central High School.
Paying college athletes has once again become a point of discussion, is it time? Then, listen in as RedDog44 interviews Coach Jade Noard of Stark County High at the Illinois Coaches Clinic this past weekend.
RedDog44 wishes all a Happy Easter and reminisces about childhood memories of Easter Sunday. The University of Illinois Football Clinic is just around the corner and then - some of the more interesting and colorful nicknames of Central Illinois football teams.
Coach is vacationing this week in beautiful South Florida visiting grandkids and taking in a little spring training baseball. Join the conversation on Adam LaRoche and the carry over St. Joe-Ogden and LeRoy had from football to the hardcourts and mats.
Is the Lovie Smith hire at Illinois really a good idea? Also, newly named head coach at Fisher High School, Jake Palmer, is in studio on RedDog44!
The Ivy League Says NO TACKLING in practice once the season starts. Bold new move? Then, we bring Jeremy Clodfelter, new head coach at Paris High School, into the studio for another in depth interview. Tune in.
This weeks episode begins with the value of keeping good sports photos and then we sit down with another Central Illinois high school football head coach. This time it's Zach Zehr, head coach of the 1A state champs - Arcola High School. Check it out.
The February 8 issue of Sports Illustrated has a picture and column that Coach gives his take on. Then we sit down with Wade DeVries, newly named head football coach at Oakwood High School for an in depth interview.
RedDog44 gives four takeaways from the Super Bowl last week and also gives the rest of the Central Illinois High School rankings, numbers 11-23. In upcoming weeks hoping to get some interviews with coaches from around the area.
Coach takes a look at an ESPN E:60 and gives HIS take. Also, coaching changes in the RedDog44 area that are of interest and finally, the top two conferences in Central Illinois for the 2015 season. And oh yeah, a Super Bowl prediction.
In this weeks episode RedDog44 takes a look at the Pro Bowl and explains why it's time to end this game. Then, a close look at the Okaw Valley and Cornbelt conferences and what their next move should be. Finally, Central Illinois best football conferences.
Coach gives his take on the greatest sports movies, discussion on some coaching changes and also a continuation of a look at the strongest football conferences in Central Illinois.
OK! RedDog44 finally gives his take on concussions in football. It's a hot topic right now and will probably continue to be so. Also, we continue taking a look at this years best conferences in Central Illinois as well as some top head coaching jobs that are available. Apology! I called Washington a semi final team. They were beaten in the quarters by Champaign Central. My mistake!
To kick off the New Year RedDog44 looks at Alabama and Clemson and makes a pick. Then on to Central Illinois football with a new hire in Decatur and Lincoln leaving the CS8 for the Apollo. Finally, more bowl games after the BIG ones?
We wrap up the year by taking a look at 8 man football (yes, it's out there and thriving) as well as looking ahead to 2016. We're taking a little break over the holidays and will post our next podcast on January 10, 2016. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from RedDog44!
This week's episode will start off with what makes a great rivalry. We then turn our attention to the toughest conferences in 2015 and end up with One More Thing!
Remembering "A Day That Will Live In Infamy!" Is the Multiplier for IHSA football fair to all? Michigan State-Iowa, and Gettin'Older.
The IHSA football season came to a close this weekend with the title games held at NIU. We recap all classes and lend our own perspective on the results. Also, my take on a post game prayer and my pick for the Heisman.
The finals are here and RedDog44 predicts winners and the scores! Also, the importance of a mud game (or in this case, a blizzard game) as part of the offense and a look at the semi finals this past weekend.
In this week's episode we begin by talking about the madness in pro football in rushing injured players back to the field. But the main discussion will be this past weekend's quarterfinal round. Heartbreaking losses and upsets abound. The brackets are set for the Semi Finals!
This week's episode talks about convincing your athletes they can be state champs. The playoffs continue and we take a look at the quarterfinals. Huge games this weekend make for great fun.
Head Coach Nathaniel Albaugh from Champaign High School joins us this week on RedDog44 to talk playoffs in all classes. Also - Why is this the best time of year? Listen in and hear why.
There are some coaches that win just about every year - what's their secret? Week 8 big game results and week 9 predictions in more big games as we prep for the playoffs.Next week's episode (56) will be a special playoff preview so be sure to check it out!
What did we do before there were playoffs? Find out on "My Take". Also RedDog44 looks at the big games from week 7 and also looks at the MANY big games of week 8. Finally, on "One More Thing" we make a pitch for a football movie called "Woodlawn" coming out this weekend.
In this week's "My Take" Maxpreps ranks the top 25 in Central Illinois. We'll also take a look at some upsets in week six and then move on to the Games of the Week in week seven.
As promised RedDog44 will discuss his take on building an effective (probably not great) offensive line and winning big with it. Also, a look at week five's games of the week and a preview of week six's big games. And for a new feature we will end the podcast with "One more thing". Tune in!
In this week's episode RedDog44 gets a little controversial and has some fun with it. Would you rather have a good offensive line and average backs or vice versa? You may be surprised at RedDog44's take. We also take a look back at week four and make our predictions for an exciting week five!
We're getting into the heart of the season with RedDog44. Join us as we talk about the great game of football and hit the hi-lites of Central Illinois High School Football in weeks three and four.
In this week's episode RedDog44 reminisces about the fun of ranking football teams and then takes a brief glance at the current Central Illinois rankings. Then it's on to looking at last week's big games as well as predicting week three's Games of the Week. The season is in full swing!
Join RedDog44 as the ramifications of the start of the season are discussed. Also, RedDog44 had a good week on predicting some openers but freely admits the ones that got away. To finish up - more predictions on the Games of the Week for week 2!
We're finally at the #1 high school football program in Central Illinois history! Tune in for that, My Take, and big game predictions for week one of the season. Tune in to see if your team is one of them.
We're down to # 2 on the Countdown of the greatest football programs in Central Illinois history. Also, finishing conference predictions on the Vermilion Valley, West Central, Western Big 6, and the Western Illinois Valley. RedDog44 also takes a glance back to the past on watering down athletes.
Join RedDog44 on this week's episode as we discuss in-season weight training, conference predictions on the Okaw Valley, Prairie Land, Sangamo, and Sangamon Valley. And who will be #3 on the Countdown? Tune in to find out.
In this week's episode RedDog44 talks about some sport injuries, predicts some standings in the Little Illini, Little Okaw, and Mid Illini Conferences, and of course, continues the Countdown with #4!
Reddog44 talks about the benefits of playing 7 on 7 games in the summer, predicts 2015 standings in the Central State 8 and Lincoln Trail Conferences. Can Rochester take the title from SHG? And the Countdown continues with #5 on the all time Central Illinois list.
This week's episode features thoughts and philosophies on how coaches decide on playing time, Appollo and Central Illinois Conference predictions, and the countdown continues with the unveiling of #6 of all time in Central Illinois.
This week's episode talks a little more about kids playing pickup games and discusses the Cornbelt conference and the Heart of Illinois. Also #7 on the Countdown!
RedDog44 discusses the lack of kids playing pickup games and interviews Coach Albaugh of Champaign Central on the NEW Big 12 look. And of course, the Countdown continues with #8 of all time.
Coach Nathaniel Albaugh, head coach at Champaign Central joins RedDog44 on this week's episode as we tell a Father's Day story, discuss the doing away of quadrants, and unveil the #9 team of all time in Central Illinois.
Could the Cornbelt and Okaw Valley Conferences merge at some point? RedDog44 discusses Rochester's winning ways, the Countdown continues with # 10 of all time and the difference between 1A and 4A?
RedDog44 covers the return of a former Illini QB, a little Carlinville talk and a playoff story, and numbers 11 and 12 on Central Illinois' greatest programs.
RedDog44 says it's time to consider moving the IHSA Football Championships back to Hancock Stadium in Normal, more conference moves? And the Countdown continues with numbers 13 and 14.
On this week's episode RedDog44 gives it's take on great running backs and gives teams #'s 44, 43, and 42 a re-do. Also, a good look at #'s 15 and 16 as the Countdown to #1 continues!