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The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 57: Aric RussellCampbell County Head Coach, Aric Russell, makes his anticipated return to talk about life with adult kids; the struggles of coaching; retirement; the 10th Region Tournament at Holmes and the joys of watching your kids forge their own path.
2022-04-211h 21The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: State Championship EditionThe Beechwood Tigers repeat as 2A State Champions, the 16th title in program history.
2021-12-1227 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Semi-Final EditionThe Beechwood Tigers defeated Mayfield 38-7 in the KHSAA 2A semi-final and hope to bring home their 16th title as they prepare for Lexington Christian Academy, the #1 team in the 2A RPI system.
Timestamps:
Beechwood/Mayfield 7:49
State Final Preview 16:20
Final Thoughts 25:40
2021-11-2828 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Regional Final EditionThe Beechwood Tigers move on to represent Northern Kentucky in the state semi-finals this week. Head Coach, Noel Rash, gave us some of his time this morning to talk about the team and what they need to do to be successful on Friday. Also, life of the party and epic baker, Michelle Marksberry, stopped by with THE CAKE! Be jealous. We also had Luke & Jack Danneman in the house today to make the show even better. Congrats to all KFCA District & Coach of the Year winners, which we covered in the opener.
Timestamps:
Beechwood/Walton-Verona 5:27
2021-11-2152 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: District Championship EditionAnd then there were 7! Best wishes to all of our favorites who move on after this week. We're rooting for you in whatever it is that's next for you. The Coach Engler interview is after the Ryle/Dixie game recap. Wishing everyone luck and safe travels this week.
Timestamps:
Ryle/Dixie 3:30
CovCath/Conner 20:02
Scott/Harrison County 25:13
Beechwood/Holy Cross 29:12
NewCath/Dayton 34:08
Bishop Brossart/Nicholas County 38:25
Walton-Verona/Carroll County 42:41
Regional Final Preview 45:45
Final Thoughts 55:32
2021-11-141h 01The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Round 1 Playoff EditionTimestamps:
Conner/Cooper 9:45
Scott/Holmes 13:31
CovCath/Highlands 17:26
Dixie/Simon Kenton 22:36
NewCath/Bellevue 27:38
Ryle/Campbell County 31:17
Bishop Brossart/Paris 35:54
Dayton/Ludlow 38:59
Beechwood/Newport 43:06
Holy Cross/Lloyd 47:09
Walton-Verona/Owen County 51:19
Round 2 Games 53:41
Final Thought 1:02:25
2021-11-101h 05The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 11Timestamps:
CovCath/Ryle 7:58
Beechwood/NewCath 13:42
Cooper/Butler 17:39
Corbin/Campbell County 19:46
Conner/GRC 22:22
Dixie/Scott 27:09
Holmes/Bellevue 31:14
Holy Cross/Ludlow 33:43
Newport/Pendleton County 36:19
Boone County/Tates Creek 37:54
Woodford County/Simon Kenton 40:59
Eminence/Dayton 43:26
Round 1 Games 44:46
Final Thoughts 51:33
2021-10-311h 00The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 10Timestamps:
Holmes/Scott 2:43
Highlands/Cooper 8:03
Beechwood/Newport 14:29
Bishop Brossart/Pendleton County 18:12
Paul Wiggins Interview 23:24
NewCath/Bellevue 29:28
Dixie/Campbell County 32:58
Ludlow/Dayton 37:08
Ryle/Simon Kenton 39:03
CovCath/Conner 45:03
Walton-Verona/Trimble County 47:36
Lloyd/Holy Cross 50:22
Week 11 Games 53:10
Final Thought 56:50
2021-10-241h 04The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 9Week 9 Timestamps:
Ryle/Dixie 3:34
Covcath/Highlands 10:11
Beechwood/Lloyd 18:04
Cooper/Boone County 22:00
Holmes/Harrison County 25:48
Holy Cross/Newport 28:07
Scott/Boyd County 31:51
Simon Kenton/Campbell County 35:04
Ludlow/Bellevue 40:05
NewCath/Dayton 45:08
Brossart/Paris 48:17
Walton-Verona/Shawnee 53:40
Week 10 Games 56:18
Final Thoughts 1:02:40
2021-10-181h 11The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 8Week 8 Timestamps:
Cooper/Conner 5:42
Dixie/Simon Kenton 12:10
NewCath/Ludlow 17:10
Beechwood/Holy Cross 21:22
Bishop Brossart/Bracken County 26:18
Ryle/Campbell County 31:14
Newport/Lloyd 36:17
Dayton/Bellevue 40:19
Highlands/Boone County 43:08
Holmes/Boyd County 46:20
Walton-Verona/Owen County 49:11
Week 9 Previews 49:11
Final Thoughts: 55:20
2021-10-141h 02The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 7Seven shows in the books and isn't it nice to have this back on a Sunday! Conner football coach, Dave Trosper, is our interview this week. You can catch that after the Conner/Highlands game recap at 17:10.
Week 7 Timestamps:
St.X/Ryle 5:06
Beechwood/Dixie 9:42
Conner/Highlands 17:10
Cooper/Madison 31:36
Corbin/SK 34:11
Brossart/Nicholas County 36:42
Scott/Harrison County 39:15
Rowan County/Holmes 43:20
CovCath/Boone County 44:43
Walton-Verona/Carroll County 49:21
Newport/Bellevue 50:48
Mason County/Ludlow 52:59
Montgomery Co...
2021-10-031h 06The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 6Week 6 Timestamps:
CovCath/Cooper 2:07
Dixie/Highlands 9:46
Simon Kenton/Connersville 14:27
Scott/Rowan County 16:45
Conner/Boone County 19:17
NewCath/Newport 23:21
Holmes/Holy Cross 28:32
Brossart/Ludlow 33:22
GRC/Campbell County 37:22
Dayton/Fairview 39:29
Walton-Verona/Gallatin County 41:24
Week 7 Matchups 42:57
Final Thoughts 49:48
2021-09-2956 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 5Lots to talk about in the Week 5 show. Beechwood and Brossart remain unbeaten. Ryle picks up their 4th win in a row. Conner, Scott, NewCath and Boone County move to 3-2 as they head into district play. This weeks interview is with Bishop Brossart head coach, Paul Wiggins. You can catch that after the game breakdown at 13:57.
Week 5 Timestamps:
Beechwood/CovCath 3:09
Ryle/Highlands 9:11
Bishop Brossart/Lloyd 13:57
NewCath/Holy Cross 23:52
Conner/Campbell County 27:22
Scott/Grant County 29:50
Boone County/Walton-Verona 32:01
Bellevue/Gallatin County 37:32
2021-09-231h 03The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 4The action packed review of the week 4 games in Northern Kentucky is here. This weeks interview is with Coach Mike Engler of Ryle High School, whose Raiders have won three in a row as they head to Fort Thomas to play the Highlands Bluebirds this week.
Week 4 Timestamps:
CovCath/Dixie 5:43
Beechwood/SK 11:59
Ryle/DeSales 15:45
Cooper/Campbell County 26:09
McNick/Highlands 29:55
Conner/Scott 32:36
Newcath/Walton-Verona 35:11
Bishop Brossart/Holy Cross 38:16
Boone County/Lloyd 41:48
Holmes/Newport 44:29
Paris/Ludlow 48:08
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2021-09-1559 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 3It's Labor Day weekend and the football is heating up. Lots of good football in the area for week 3, including thrillers in Park Hills, Union and Erlanger. Several teams remain unbeaten heading into a huge week 4. Highlands football coach, Bob Sphire, came on to talk about the Birds' 3-0 start after their home-opening win against Campbell County on Friday night. You can hear that interview right after the Highlands/Campbell County breakdown at 18:05. So sit back, relax on the holiday and enjoy the show!
Week 3 Timestamps:
Lexington Catholic/Covington Catholic 1:48
Ryle/Cooper 7:36
Bee...
2021-09-051h 12
The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 2Weather didn't stop the second week of games in the area on Friday. Several teams remain unbeaten; a shootout happened in Independence; Cooper's defense came to play and the road warriors were back in action. Cooper football coach, Randy Borchers, called in to talk about the Jags' win on Friday and what lies ahead for their team.
Week 2 Timestamps
Highlands/Simon Kenton 1:42
Cooper/Dixie 7:18
Covington Catholic/Belfry 19:00
Ryle/Conner 22:50
Woodford County/Campbell County 25:16
NewCath/Holmes 26:35
Lloyd/Grant County 29:47
Lockland/Ludlow 32:11
B...
2021-08-291h 02The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 1The 2021 season is here and the crew is back in business. Scott High School's Eric Turner is our coaches interview this week. That can be heard at the end of the Scott/Walton-Verona game recap.
Timestamps:
Highlands/Bowling Green 3:34
Oldham County/Simon Kenton 7:04
Bishop Brossart/Dayton 10:00
Campbell County/Newport Catholic 11:32
Cooper/GRC 13:01
Conner/Lafayette 15:46
Dixie/Lloyd 16:45
Scott/Walton-Verona 21:29
Elder/Covington Catholic 25:51
Holmes/Grant County 29:19
Holy Cross/Bellevue 29:39
Ludlow/Bracken County 31:25
Lexington Ca...
2021-08-2252 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 56: The Return of Tyler HoppertonMount St. Joe football coach, Tyler Hopperton, returns to talk about the upcoming football season, where it's anticipated that the Lions will have another outstanding campaign. Coming off of a 5-1 winter season, Coach Hopperton talks about the advantages that the shortened season had on developing leadership, honing talent on their roster and how this past year has made him a better coach.
A genuine leader and good friend of the show, Coach Hop never disappoints.
2021-08-051h 09The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 55: Casey SorrellHoly Cross basketball coach, Casey Sorrell, may be new to the head coaching ranks, but his journey to the big job has lead him through tremendously successful programs, where he not only learned how to teach the game, but what it takes to maintain success. A grinder by nature, his work ethic and genuine passion for people will leave no doubt as to his ability to lead the tradition rich Indian basketball program.
2021-08-021h 13The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 54: Randy BorchersCooper Jaguar football coach, Randy Borchers, is a state finalist, a coach of the year award winner and a really loyal dude. Entering his 14th season as the coach of the Jags, he's experienced the high's and low's throughout his 24 years in the coaching business, but remains humble. In this episode we talk about the upcoming football season, his early days coaching at Ludlow High School, his progression to becoming a head coach and the transition to Cooper, where he and his staff built a program from scratch to playing on a Saturday afternoon in December in five seasons.
2021-07-071h 17The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 53: Kevin GrayBeechwood baseball coach, Kevin Gray, returns to talk about the Tigers' regional championship baseball season and the players that made it happen. Always a good time catching up with the legend.
2021-06-2952 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 52: Blake HannaBlake Hanna is a 2016 graduate of Covington Catholic and a 2021 graduate of The University of Cincinnati. Blake is a record-holding swimmer for the Bearcats, a participant of the 2021 NCAA Swimming Championships and just recently returned from Omaha where he competed in both waves of the USA Olympic trails for the 200 meter backstroke, where he finished 13th nationally.
However, Blake's path to the Bearcat competition team wasn't storybook, but the ending is. He worked his way from the club team to earn his spot on the university team and the rest is history. This is a story about dedi...
2021-06-2342 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 51: Gone In The Fog (Beth Rowland & Bridget Meyer)On October 19th, 1971, Cheryll Spegal disappeared on her 10th birthday. Her body was found two weeks later and the case was never solved. Beth Rowland and Bridget Meyer have spent the last two years investigating Cheryll's murder in the hope to one day bring closure to this case and to her surviving family members. While this is a heartbreaking story, Beth & Bridget's journey into this case is fascinating.
Their blog is "Gone In The Fog" and it chronicles their real-time search into this mystery. You can either read through the posts, or listen to the audio version at h...
2021-05-131h 28The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 50: Abby JumpFormer Ryle Raider and University of Memphis assistant basketball coach, Abby Jump, talks about her journey as a player at Ryle and Wright State, as well as her path through the collegiate coaching ranks. Abby has both played and coached in the NCAA Tournament, but underneath is just a woman who simply enjoys winning, building relationships and doing her part so that the team may succeed.
2021-05-071h 10The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 49: Joel SteczynskiDixie Heights girls basketball coach, Joel Steczynski, whose Colonels are fresh off of a Sweet 16 appearance, comes on to talk about their memorable basketball season, but also about life and motivation. Joel is a first class human being and it shows through in this conversation.
2021-04-271h 12
A sit down with Tony P and Matty B22. Highlands Basketball 2021 KHSAA State ChampionsA Sit Down welcomes the 2021 KHSAA Basketball State Champions, the Highlands Bluebirds. Head Coach Kevin Listerman brings two coaches in Scott Blasingame and Kevin Orme along with two players in Zack Barth and Luke Muller. With a special call in guest, Steve Fromeyer. Enjoy!
2021-04-222h 31The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 48: Cameron Hergott & Sam VinsonKentucky Mr. Football, Cameron Hergott, and Sweet 16 MVP, Highlands Bluebird Sam Vinson, sit down to talk about the high's and low's of this past year; facing and overcoming failure; sharing memorable experiences with your friends; the impact of being a great teammate and accomplishing the goals you set out to achieve.
Co-hosted with Joe Danneman, this episode features two great kids and former teammates, who have worked their way into greatness as state champions, but remain humble along the way.
2021-04-221h 29The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 47: Kevin & Mike ListermanState championship coach, Kevin Listerman, rejoins the show with the man who showed him the way - his dad. Mike & Kevin are the first father-son duo to win a 9th Region Championship and they sit down to talk about the magical run the Highlands Bluebirds had en route to a state title. Full of stories, new and old memories, as well as proud moments, this pair are two of a kind.
2021-04-131h 19The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 46: Joe DannemanSeason two kicks off with a great conversation with FOX19 Now Sports Director, Joe Danneman. Joe is not only a fan favorite in the tristate area, but also a favorite, and great friend, of the show. Joe gets roasted by his 10-year old son, talks about covering Highlands at the KHSAA State Tournament and the impact of telling stories that do good for everyone.
2021-04-091h 142021-03-2800 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: State Finals EditionThe Beechwood Tigers earned their 15th state title in dramatic fashion by defeating Lexington Christian Academy in the KHSAA 2A title game in Lexington. We have a detailed breakdown of the game, including the big plays that helped the Tigers comeback to defeat the Eagles. Head Coach, Noel Rash, joins the crew to talk about the plays, and the players, which secured his 6th state title since getting the big job in Fort Mitchell.
Timestamps:
Beechwood/LCA 2:19
Noel Rash Interview 20:40
Final Thoughts 41:52
2020-12-2049 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Semi-Final EditionIn this second to last episode of the season, we highlight Beechwood's thrilling win at West Carter and the end of the season for Newport Catholic & Covington Catholic. Beechwood football coach, Noel Rash calls in to talk about the game from Friday and what he's expecting from the Tigers this week.
Timestamps:
Beechwood/West Carter 3:50
Noel Rash 12:30
Paintsville/NewCath 22:02
Bowling Green/CovCath 25:22
State Final Preview 33:27
Final Thoughts 43:02
2020-12-1350 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 45: Wyatt Vieth & Grant ProfittWyatt Vieth and Grant Profitt, both senior basketball players, have not only navigated the uncertainty surrounding sports in Kentucky, but were both affected by the spring season cancellation of 2020. As they gear up for Monday's resumption, we find out how they've handled the time off, the delays, how the pandemic has helped them grow as young men and leaders, but also what they're looking forward to the most.
2020-12-1253 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 44: Aaron Stamm, Tim Sullivan, Kevin GrayWhile rumors and differing information surround the winter and spring sports seasons, we thought it would be fun to bring on Aaron Stamm, Tim Sullivan and Kevin Gray. Aaron is the current 9th region representative to the Kentucky Association of Basketball Coaches and the girls basketball coach at Ludlow. Tim is a former president of the KABC and the boys basketball coach at Cooper. Kevin Gray is a member of the Kentucky Baseball Coaches Association and also the baseball coach at Beechwood.
This episode is a roundtable discussion of the current information the coaches association’s have se...
2020-12-091h 38The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Playoff Round 3Three local teams were crowned regional champions this week. NewCath, Beechwood and CovCath advance to play in a semi-final for the chance to move on to the state championship of their class. NewCath head coach, Stephen Lickert, phoned in to talk about their win at Holy Cross and to talk a little about their upcoming matchup against Paintsville.
Timestamps:
Newcath/Holy Cross 4:23
Beechwood/Breathitt County 18:49
Trinity/Dixie 24:40
West Carter/Walton-Verona 27:17
Semi-Final Matchups 29:53
Final Thoughts 47:48
2020-12-0652 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Playoff Round 2Five District Champions emerged from NKY on Friday night. Now all eyes will focus on the regional championship games next week. Beechwood and Newcath get wins after long breaks. CovCath won its 7th consecutive game against Highlands. Dixie settles the score at Ryle and Walton-Verona won its 7th straight district championship.
Interview with Dixie head coach, Dave Brossart, after the game recap.
Round 2 Timestamps:
District Coach/Player of the Year Awards 1:38
Dixie/Ryle 2:30
CovCath/Highlands 26:46
Beechwood/Lloyd 34:08
Newcath/Ludlow 39:31
Walton-Verona/Carroll County 43:04
2020-11-2958 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 43: Shannon MinorNorth College Hill basketball coach, Shannon Minor, rejoins the show to talk about the start of hoops season in Ohio; what he expects from the Trojans this year; managing quarantine's and the mandatory shutdown within his district mid-December through mid-January. We also get into his role as dad through a busy fall/winter sports season and what he enjoys about watching other coaches, as well as what he learns from them.
2020-11-271h 18The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 42: Scott CodeBishop Brossart’s new basketball coach, Scott Code, is no stranger to the Mustang basketball program. Arriving in 2004, Scott spent three seasons as the JV Coach prior to being named the head coach at Campbell County High School, where he spent three seasons. After leaving Campbell County, he spent the 2010-2011 season at Thomas More College before returning to Bishop Brossart, where he has been since. Coach Code began his coaching career at Tichenor, then spent five years at Highlands, followed by two seasons at Dixie Heights before arriving to coach for the Mustangs.
2020-11-241h 15The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Playoff Round 1The Playoffs are here...finally! After a brief hiatus, it was good to once again watch, and talk, high school football. The Dixie/Simon Kenton rivalry lived up to its billing and ended in a thriller. CovCath and Walton won big. Lloyd and Highlands both advance in games that got really tight. Ludlow moves on with the help of a monster night from Braxton Newborn and Holmes' fantastic season ends.
Also, Frisch's pumpkin pie is the GOAT of takeout pies. Enjoy some with your family this Thanksgiving.
Round 1 Timestamps:
Dixie/Simon Kenton 3:09
CovC...
2020-11-2254 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 10The regular season has ended and the postseason push begins. With only six games involving local teams being played on Friday, we get the opportunity to take a hard look at each of those matchups, as well as a look ahead to the first round of the playoffs, which have now been delayed one week.
CovCath’s winning streak ends in Lexington, but Holmes and Ryle continue their own streak. Highlands got back to winning ways in Alexandria and Boone County ends their season with a win at Walton-Verona. We interview Boone County football coach, Bryson Warner, wh...
2020-11-081h 05The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 9Eight weeks in the books, one to go. Even though several teams were left without games, others were fortunate to have the opportunity to play on. This episode is full of Week 9 and playoff talk, the Mr. Football race, Pineapple Pizza and of course, the Week 8 recaps. Stay safe out there!
Week 8 Timestamps:
NCC/Beechwood 7:22
CovCath/SK 13:12
Moeller/Highlands 18:08
Holmes/Bellevue 21:13
Holy Cross/Ludlow 23:36
Ryle/Cooper 28:07
Walton/Louisville Holy Cross 29:41
Brossart/Pendleton County 31:23
Woodford County/Boone County 34:47
Car...
2020-11-011h 05The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 41: Kevin ListermanHighlands basketball coach, Kevin Listerman, who was a standout player at Covington Catholic and Northern Kentucky University prior to getting into coaching. Kevin was a four-year starter for Ken Shields at NKU, played in four NCAA tournaments, two national title games, earned All-GLVC academic honors in each of the years he played and was also an All-GLVC player in 1997. Kevin also held head coaching positions at Bellevue (02-03) and Boone County (03-04), where he led the Rebels to the 2004 9th Region Final. Coach Listerman is entering his 8th season at Highlands, where his Bluebirds are coming off a 9th Reg...
2020-10-281h 20The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 8As the regular season nears its end, team identities are emerging. CovCath & Newcath remain the lone unbeaten’s in NKY. Ryle, Holmes and Beechwood secure 1 seeds and move in the updated RPI standings. Cooper went to Fort Thomas and beat the Bluebirds; Ludlow’s Braxton Newborn continues to lead the way for Ludlow; Dixie rebounds to defeat Campbell at home and Lloyd defeated Holy Cross in another close 2A seed game.
We interview Dixie’s Dave Brossart and Ludlow’s Greg Taphouse, whose teams have overcome early losses to secure home playoff games on November 13th.
Week 7...
2020-10-251h 17The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 40: Jeff StowersSimon Kenton Girls Basketball Coach, Jeff Stowers, has been at the helm of the Pioneer basketball program since 2002. He spent 7 years (1993-2000) at Seven Hills in Cincinnati coaching the boys program prior to his long and successful career in Independence. He has amassed over 500 career wins, won FIVE 8th Region titles and TEN district championships. After his Hall of Fame career at the then Northern Kentucky State College (NKU), he went on to play professionally overseas, where he used basketball to see the world. Jeff is a family man, who used to be tough, but now has 11 grandchildren who've made...
2020-10-221h 18The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 7With three weeks to go the playoff picture begins to take shape. Newcath, Brossart, Walton, Holmes and CovCath have wrapped up their district and home playoff games. The remaining districts will be decided in Week 7. Ryle had a monster win at home and we talk to Coach Engler about the game and his team. Scott got their first win and keep their playoff hopes alive. Newport remains unbeaten in 2A, setting up a showdown with Beechwood for the 1 seed in their district. We also talk with Holmes football coach, Ben Nevels, about his team and the run they've been on. L...
2020-10-181h 12The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 6In the week 6 edition of the Northern Kentucky Football Show, teams have begun to separate from the pack in their district. Dixie defeats Simon Kenton in a massive 6A showdown; Beechwood and Newport move ahead in 2A; Newcath and Dayton remain unbeaten leading into their matchup; Highlands remains undefeated in 5A as they prepare to head to CovCath and Conner outruns Cooper in a big 5A rivalry game. Bishop Brossart and Walton-Verona also remain unbeaten in their district and the Holmes win at Boyd County puts them into position to claim the district crown with a win next week.
2020-10-111h 06The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 5Lots of good games in week 4 and the playmaker's were out in force. District play is in full effect and several of those games came down to the end, including Brossart's 3 OT win at Nicholas County. Cooper picks up their first win on the season and their coach, Randy Borchers, is this week's interview as the Jags prepare to play Conner in a big week five district game. Dixie keeps rolling after winning at Beechwood; Highlands with a massive district win at Conner; the Holmes Bulldogs jump into their district race, beating Rowan County at home and much, much mor...
2020-10-041h 06The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 39: Katie HaitzRyle Lady Raider basketball coach, Katie Haitz, is not only a well accomplished coach, but she’s also a well accomplished player. Playing four years at Boone County High School, Katie was a three-year starter, 1000 point scorer and a regional champion. She went on to play at Taylor University in Indiana, where she earned All-American honors in a season where she helped her team make the Elite 8 of the NAIA National Tournament. She got into coaching right out of college, rejoining the Rebels as an assistant under Nell Fookes.
Since becoming the head coach at Ryle in 2015, sh...
2020-10-011h 22The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 4Week 3 is over and week 4 is just beginning. Offense's have risen and we're here to cover it. Lots of points in NKY last week: defensive points, specials teams points, the Dixie Highway QB race gets more interesting and a kicker scored a touchdown. Several teams remain unbeaten and the Lloyd Juggernauts have returned. What more could you ask for?
The week 4 interview is with Paul Wiggins, Head Coach at Bishop Brossart High School. The Mustangs notch their first win on the back of QB Jacob Leicht's 5 TD game, just in time for district play.
The week...
2020-09-271h 07The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 3After an action packed week 2, we're here to cover the games and look ahead to the week 3 matchups. Mount St. Joe football coach, Tyler Hopperton, join's the gang as a special guest to drop wisdom and help us break down games.
We have interviews with Newport Catholic's Stephen Lickert and Lloyd Memorial's Kyle Niederman.
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Timestamps as follows:
Corbin/Dixie 5:45
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2020-09-211h 18The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 2The week 2 edition of the NKFS features coverage from the week 1 games, as well as a preview of the week 2 matchups. Interviews with Mike Woolf (Campbell County), Jesse Herbst (Dayton) and Jeff Marksberry (Simon Kenton) can be found after the review from their game.
Recaps can be found at these timestamps:
Beechwood/Corbin 3:51
Campbell County/Cooper 6:52
Carroll County/Ludlow 15:30
CovCath/Dixie 17:49
Dayton/Pendleton County 23:13
Holy Cross/Bellevue 30:26
Louisville Holy Cross/Holmes 32:14
Newport/Bishop Brossart 34:29
Ryle/Boone County 37:45
S...
2020-09-171h 15The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 38: Jason HinsonAugusta High School basketball coach & AD, Jason Hinson, talks about his coaching stops from St. Patrick (Maysville) through to his current job with the Panthers. Coach Hinson is in his second stint at the helm of the Augusta basketball program, sandwiched in with a four-year stop at his alma mater, Bracken County High School. We also talk about how the COVID restrictions have effected his fall sports teams, as well as a look ahead for the challenge facing the winter sports teams.
2020-09-161h 12The Stevie Fro PodcastNorthern Kentucky Football Show: Week 1High school football is back! To celebrate this gloriousness, co-host Joe Danneman and I break down the matchups in NKY and review some of the key returners to each team from last season. We preview the districts, rankings (not ours) and also the QB race on Dixie Highway.
We sit down with Scott High football coach, Eric Turner, to catch his thoughts on the upcoming season, the return of key position players and how the experience they gained last season will help the Eagles win games.
2020-09-101h 13The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 37: Northern Kentucky Officials AssociationDaniel Brummett and Jordan Adkins of the Northern Kentucky Officials Association come on to discuss several topics in regards to the football officiating in Northern Kentucky: recruiting new officials, training, expectations during the COVID restrictions and how technology has advanced their ability to reach people and boosted their ability to train not only newer officials, but the veterans as well. Daniel and Jordan are both experienced crew chiefs, leaders in their association and exceptional football officials. If you have interest in joining the local association in NKY, their website is www.nkoafootball.com. They can also be found on Fac...
2020-09-1049 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 36: Ron DawnNewport Central Catholic Principal and Head Basketball Coach, Ron Dawn, sits down to talk a little about his playing days at NewCath and Thomas More, but also about his coaching career. Coach Dawn took over the St. Henry program in 1985 and spent four seasons with the Crusaders before taking over at Newport Central Catholic. In his time as a head coach, he’s won over 500 games, boys and girls, won the 9th Region Title three times and four All ‘A’ State Championships. In what will most likely be the final chapter in a long and successful career, Coach Dawn spent...
2020-09-091h 02The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 35: Dr. Henry WebbKenton County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Henry Webb, is a forward-thinker and has blazed a trail in the education world through developing programs and enhancing academic opportunities. In these extraordinary times of education, he discusses the way Kenton County Schools are navigating the ever-changing landscape; the work the school staff and administrators have done to make sure every kid has the chance to achieve; the innovative programs the district utilizes to prepare kids for the real world, as well as the bumps and successes the district has faced since the March shutdown through the school year beginning virtually.
2020-09-0442 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 34: Adam GoetzGriffin Elite basketball trainer, Adam Goetz, has been involved with basketball since birth. The son of a coach, he grew up at practices and games at St. Henry prior to an outstanding career for the Crusaders. Adam scored over 1200 points in high school, was honorable mention all-state his senior year, and has been recognized by the conference, the coaches association and postseason tournaments for his on the court efforts. After high school, Adam went on to play two years at Mount St. Joseph and the last two years at Kentucky Wesleyan, where he scored over 1400 points, earned all-conference honors eac...
2020-09-041h 15The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 33: Aaron StammLudlow Lady Panther basketball coach, Aaron Stamm, joins the show to talk girls basketball in the NKY area; the transition from being a boys coach to a girls coach; how tough it's been not being able to be around his team; being a dad during the COVID era and how moving into coaching girls basketball has led him into a successful career.
2020-09-021h 23The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 32: Tim SullivanCooper Basketball Coach, Tim Sullivan, joins the show to talk about his playing days at Holmes High School and Brescia College. Also, how fate played a role in his getting into coaching, the lessons he learned as a young head coach and how he developed the vision for what would be implemented into the Cooper Jaguar basketball program.
2020-08-271h 50The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 31: Brad CarrHolmes Basketball Coach, Brad Carr, joins the show to talk about his coaching journey from Holmes Middle school, Newport and Simon Kenton prior to a 12 year stint at Scott High School. Entering his third season at the helm of the Bulldog basketball program, his alma mater, we also talk about his time playing for the Bulldogs and the pride he has in leading its storied program.
2020-08-261h 09The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 30: Jaime Walz RicheyJaime Walz Richey, arguably the most decorated female basketball player in Kentucky history, but she's also a mom to young girls, a teacher, and the head basketball coach at Highlands High School. In her 19th season at the helm of the Bluebirds girls' basketball program, we talk about her playing days at Highlands, Western Kentucky University, her journey into coaching, as well as some of the rewarding parts of mentoring young women.
2020-08-191h 02The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 29: Mo EggerMo Egger is the voice we associate with Cincinnati sports. On air since 2003, Mo has carved a niche in the way we listen to sports talk radio of the Reds, Bengals, Xavier and UC. His style, work ethic and personality have given him the opportunity to work his way from behind-the-scenes to the forefront on-air talent in a big market. A fan of Cincy sports teams, his show's relate sports to us in a manner we find entertaining. His journey to his current roles are no different than the regular person, which is what makes him relatable.
2020-08-171h 12The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 28: Jeremy BaioniHighlands High School baseball coach, Jeremy Baioni, joins the show to talk about his playing days in two very successful programs while at Highlands, including being a part of a 1996 State Football Championship & back-to-back 9th Region Baseball Championship teams. We also dig into his coaching career, which has resulted in FOUR straight 9th Region Titles and two state championship game appearances. Coach Baioni is one of the best to do it in NKY, but also it's most humble.
2020-08-141h 24The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 27: Rod SnappEpisode 27 features Newport High School basketball coach, Rod Snapp. Coach Snapp grew up in Indiana, where he played in high school for his dad, Jerry. In college he played at JUCO Sue Bennett before finishing up at Indiana University South Bend. After college, he spent 10 years at the famed Milan High School, the school featured in the movie Hoosiers, then spent four years at Dixie before getting the head coaching job at Newport. Rod is one of the rare characters in Northern Kentucky and always entertaining.
2020-08-121h 22The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 26: Mike WoolfEpisode 26 features Campbell County Football Coach, Mike Woolf. Coach Woolf is a graduate of Covington Catholic and Thomas More College, where his playing success garnered him 1st Team All-State and All-American honors. He has had coaching stops at Covington Catholic, Newport Catholic, Ryle and is in his second stint with the Campbell County football program. A strong leader with an incredible defensive mind, Coach Woolf has had success everywhere he's been.
2020-08-111h 16The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 25: Dave FaustEpisode 25 features St. Henry boys basketball coach, Dave Faust. In his 28 years at St. Henry, Coach Faust is a two-time All 'A' State Champion, a 9th Region Champion, has won over 400 games. Also, he had tremendous success in his athletic career at Newport Catholic and Thomas More, where he has been inducted to the Hall of Fame at both institutions. The model of loyalty, Coach has built a fantastic career on hard work and dedication to the players and students in the St. Henry community. Enjoy!
2020-08-061h 37The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 24: Michael ZimmermanEpisode 24 features 2004 Newcath grad, Michael Zimmerman, who was a basketball great for the Thoroughbreds before going on to play at Park University in Missouri. After his playing days, Michael went to the UC College of Law and is currently an Assistant Commonwealth Prosecuting Attorney in Campbell County. Michael is a fighter for the people in his community, the same as he was in his playing days. An awesome and impressive young man. Enjoy!
2020-08-051h 42The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 23: Joe Danneman & Jeremy RauchEpisode 23 features the FOX19 NOW sports team, who come on to talk about the return of sports, their limitations while covering the Reds and the Bengals, their experiences at Reds games, as well as the expectations and excitement to soon be covering high school sports. Jeremy and Joe are the best at what they do and cover the game in a manner that is unmatched in our local sports market. This episode shows their true personalities and what has made them the go-to spot for sports information.
2020-08-021h 30The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 22: Chris LoftonEpisode 22 features Mason County Royal and Tennessee Volunteer, Chris Lofton. Chris is one of the most decorated basketball players to come out of Kentucky in the last 25 years. In his time at Mason County, he played on three regional championship teams; was a state champion, a state runner-up and Mr. Basketball in 2004. After high school, he went on to play at The University of Tennessee, where we was a two time All-American, SEC Player of the Year, as well as playing in three NCAA Tournaments. Since college, he has had a successful professional career overseas, including winning a championship in F...
2020-07-3053 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 21: Bryson WarnerEpisode 21 features Boone County Head Football Coach, Bryson Warner. Bryson is a 1992 graduate of Boone County High School, who then went to play football at WKU where he earned All-American honors. Coach Warner began coaching at Ryle in 1997, then again at Thomas More College in 2001 before taking over the Ryle program in 2003, where he eventually led the 2006 Raider team to the state championship. He spent 11 years as head coach at Ryle and then assisted Eddie Eviston for the 2017 & 2018 seasons at Covington Catholic before returning home to take over the Boone County Rebel program in 2019. Bryson is fantastic leader and an awe...
2020-07-292h 08The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 20: Jimmy PangalloJimmy Pangallo is the JV boys basketball coach at Newport Central Catholic. A 1984 graduate of NewCath, we get into his time growing up in a big South Newport family, his playing career, life after high school, the importance of education and the role family has played in his life. Jimmy also tells us about his 20 year career with the Thoroughbreds, the coaches and player's he's been able to work with, as well as what it's been like coaching his son and nephew's. Enjoy.
2020-07-291h 41The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 19: Eddie EvistonIn this episode, we sit down with Covington Catholic football coach, Eddie Eviston, to talk about his journey from playing at Georgetown College through his coaching stops at Norwood, TMC, NCC, Georgetown College, then to CovCath. Coach Eviston was an extremely decorated student-athlete and it's no surprise that success followed him into his coaching career. Enjoy.
2020-07-271h 43The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 18: Brenden StowersBrenden Stowers, former Simon Kenton and NKU basketball standout, came on to talk about his days playing AAU, as well as his time at Simon Kenton and NKU. Brenden is a SK Hall of Fame athlete and was second team All-American at NKU. He is currently the assistant coach for Simon Kenton's Lady Pioneer basketball program, but has had stops coaching at Thomas More, NKU and Xavier.
2020-07-221h 04The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 17: Matt WilhoiteMatt Wilhoite, KHSAA Board of Control Representative, joins the show to talk about his roles with the KHSAA, The Kenton County School District and the Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference. Matt also gives a behind the scenes look into the process the the KHSAA Board of Control meetings that govern policies for every student-athlete in Kentucky. We also discuss current COVID issues, as well as the potential for the return of athletics.
2020-07-2053 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 16: Mike BorchersIn this episode, we sit down with Mike Borchers, Superintendent of Ludlow Independent Schools, to talk about what the plan to return to school looks like in their district. We also dive into the positive things they have done since the shutdown to help impact the lives of the students in their buildings. Mr. Borchers is a remarkable leader and the biggest supporter of all Ludlow kids and their athletic teams. Enjoy.
2020-07-161h 09The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 15: Tyler HoppertonTyler Hopperton, Head Football Coach at Mount St. Joseph in Cincinnati, joined us today to talk about his journey from his days at Simon Kenton High School through his time at MSJ as a student-athlete. Coach Hopperton became an assistant coach at The Mount following his playing career and was named Head Coach at the age of 27. An impressive young man, with a lifetime worth of wisdom, this episode showcases one of bright young stars leading an athletic program in our area today.
2020-07-151h 52The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 14: Casey FiskIn this episode, we sit down with Scott High School Athletic Director, Casey Fisk, to talk COVID restrictions/fallout, as well as the struggles facing athletic departments with the loss of revenue and fund raising opportunities.
2020-07-1448 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 13: Jeff MarksberryJeff Marksberry, Simon Kenton Football Coach & Athletic Director, sat down with us to talk about his journey from his days at Holmes High School to becoming the head coach at SK in 2000. Coach Marksberry has won 153 games in his 20-year career, been to a state title game, and has coached multiple Division 1 athletes.
In the 2010 decade, Jeff has led the Pioneers to 97 wins. A tremendous coach and a great human being. Enjoy.
2020-07-101h 10The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 12: Brandon GrayImagine this resume: Entrepreneur, college football player, graphic designer for the UK Men's Basketball team, The Cincinnati Reds, and The University of North Carolina Men's Basketball team...and you're only 23 years old. In this episode, you will hear from Brandon Gray, a Cold Spring, KY native, who is chasing his dream while living in it. A great young man with a very bright future, as well as a role model for young people today.
Listen, share, rate, but most of all: Enjoy!
2020-07-081h 06The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 11: Joe FredrickGreenhills and Notre Dame alum, Joe Fredrick, joined us to talk about his playing days as a Pioneer, playing on the courts with other talented Cincinnati players, as well as his days at Notre Dame playing for Digger Phelps. Along the way, Joe was able to have experiences competing at the Five-Star Basketball camp in New York and also his time in the C.B.A.
Joe is probably most know for his time as an assistant on the Covington Catholic basketball team, but he's much more than that. Enjoy.
2020-07-031h 20The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 10: Brent BachBrent Bach, 10th Region legend, sat down with us to talk about his days growing up and playing at Augusta, as well as Bellarmine. Augusta's all-time leading scorer, 1st team All-GLVC at Bellarmine and also spent time playing pro ball in Portugal. Brent left the bar set high in 10th region hoops and his advice to young players is spot on. Enjoy.
2020-07-0258 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 9: Buddy BiggsIn this episode we visit with Buddy Biggs, longtime head coach at Pendleton County, Ashland Blazer and Mason County. Buddy is a 2x 10th Region champion and 2x Coach of the Year recipient, but his earlier journey’s molded him into the man, coach and family man he is today.
A good man, a great coach, an exceptional motivator. Enjoy.
2020-07-011h 43The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 8: Mike WalkerMike Walker, Lloyd Memorial boys basketball coach, sat down to talk about his time growing up near Dayton, Ohio, his journey into the coaching ranks, and the lesson's he learned along the way that helped him land the job at Lloyd. Coach Walker's passion for teaching the game and working with young people is one of the reason's he will be successful. A family man, an educator, a mentor: Erlanger's own, Coach Mike Walker.
2020-06-2849 minThe Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 7: Trevor StellmanThomas More Football Coach, Trevor Stellman, sat down to talk about his time at Conner High School, TMC, balancing being a coach/husband/dad, as well as crying himself to sleep when his bowl cut was buzzed off. Coach Stellman is a great leader and an even better human being.
Give it a listen!
2020-06-261h 38The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 6: Adrienne Hundemer20x state champion, Adrienne Hundemer, joins the 1 on 1 podcast to discuss overcoming hard beginnings to become the most decorated track athlete in the history of the KHSAA. Also chronicling her time at Marshall University, being a Ben-Gal cheerleader, as well as being a mother. We also dig into her time coaching her own teams, and the struggles and joys that come with it.
Powerful story. Hope you enjoy.
2020-06-261h 16The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 5: Joe DannemanJoe Danneman stops by to talk covering sports, getting a coloring book at his 16th birthday dinner, embracing the grind and using his platform to tell great local stories.
Couldn't ask for a better dude to work in this area and cover your favorite team.
Enjoy.
2020-06-251h 34The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 4: Keaton BelcherRyle basketball coach, Keaton Belcher, talks about his playing days at Pendleton County, the 2005 Sweet 16, as well as his playing days at Belmont. Later in the episode we talk 10th region hoops, coaching Dontaie Allen and then his move to Ryle High School.
2020-06-241h 37The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 3: Kevin GrayKevin Gray drops by to talk about his journey from coaching at St. Joe's in Cold Spring to Beechwood High School, with all the stops in between. We also discuss his his playing days at Newcath, coaches he played for, and how those experiences molded his philosophy.
2020-06-231h 34The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 2: Aric RussellAric Russell stops by to talk about his days growing up in Southgate, as well as his journey from playing at Campbell County to Kentucky Christian. We also dive into his coaching career, along with the struggles and successes he's faced during his career.
2020-06-211h 37The Stevie Fro PodcastEpisode 1: Shannon MinorShannon Minor debuts the 1 on 1 podcast, with a discussion about his playing days in Cincinnati, his journey to NKU, as well as his brief stint oversea. We also dive into his path to his current position at North College Hill, his alma mater, and the annual camp he has to honor his father.
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