Aggie Pride Podcast

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Aggie Pride Podcast episodes

October 15, 2024 APP Family Day: Cal Poly Crushed and Coach Lou Celebrated
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Join us in this special episode as we give respect to new HOF Inductee Coach Lou Bronzan, reflecting on his legendary contributions to UC Davis football and his profound impact on athletes. Featuring heartfelt remembrances and anecdotes, we appreciate Coach Bronzan's humility and dedication. We recap UC Davis's victory over Cal Poly, highlighting stellar performances by players like Lan Larison and Mile Hastings, and dive into Coach Plough's play calling and impressive execution. We also preview the upcoming clash against Eastern Washington, analyzing what the Aggies need to do to get the 0-11 monkey off their back. Plus, we celebrate the vibrant and diverse game day atmosphere at UC Davis, breaking down the dichotomy between going to the game as a family and offer shout-outs to standout players and community contributors. Don't forgot your favorite segments, Dwight's Wide Out Shoutouts and Brock's Defensive Tackles Cackles.

(00:00) Dwight's Spoken Word to Coach "Lou" from 2009
(02:32) Reflecting on Coach Bronzan's Impact
(05:39) Aggie Pride Podcast Introduction
(05:48) Recap of the Battle of the Golden Horseshoe
(06:56) Honoring HOF Inductee Coach Lou Bronzan
(17:53) The Family Experience at UC Davis/ Cal Poly Game
(46:23) Dwight's Wide Out Shoutouts
(47:52) Second Unit Performance Highlights
(49:51) Defensive Standouts and Team Depth
(53:44) Season Statistics and Player Highlights
(58:03) Eastern Washington Game Analysis
(01:12:17) Cafe Italia Score Predictions and Last Word
1 hr 26 min
October 08, 2024 J.T. O’Sullivan Talks All Things QB’s and Aggies
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Join the Aggie Pride Podcast as it explores the remarkable journey of JT O'Sullivan, a former UC Davis standout and long-time NFL quarterback. This episode revisits JT's progression from high school to professional football, highlighting his rich experiences and lessons from his transient NFL career. Discover how these experiences fueled his transition to content creation with 'The QB School' YouTube channel. As UC Davis prepares for Hall of Fame Weekend, JT shares reflections on his deep connection to the Aggie community, offering inspiring anecdotes about Coach “Lou” Bronzan and Ejiro Evero, a celebration of football history, and insightful discussions on the transformative power of sports. The guys also recap the miracle last second victory against Portland State and relive the moment Miles Hastings hits Trent Tompkins for the game winning touchdown. They also preview the Homecoming game against Cal Poly for the Battle of the Golden Horseshoe this upcoming Saturday.

Special Thank you to Alan Inouye for his support of the show!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:37) Special Guest: JT O'Sullivan Joins the Show
(02:11) JT O'Sullivan's Football Journey
(04:28) Jesuit High School Football Memories
(06:22) UC Davis Football Experience: from 4th String
to Starter
(11:03) NFL Career Insights
(15:45) Transitioning from NFL to Higher Education
(18:51) Thoughts on NIL and College Athletics
(20:49) The Future of UC Davis Football
(30:10) The QB School: Vision and Growth
(38:40) Rapid Fire Questions
(42:31) JT’s Favorite Receivers
(43:03) Reflecting on the 'Why' of Playing
(44:36) Hall of Fame Weekend Excitement
(45:07) Celebrating Coach Lou Bronzan’s Impact
(47:38) UC Davis Campus Visit
(48:46) Aggie Football Fundraising Drive
(50:23) Game Recap: Portland State vs. UC Davis
(01:04:21) Looking Ahead: Cal Poly Matchup
(01:10:34) Big Sky Conference Highlights
(01:14:48) Dwight’s Wide Out Shoutouts and Brock’s Defensive Tackles Cackles
(01:19:22) The Last Word
1 hr 21 min
October 01, 2024 Miles Hastings + Bulletin Board Material Fuels Historic Win Over Idaho
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In this PACKED episode of Aggie Pride: A UC Davis Football Podcast, Brock and Dwight celebrate UC Davis football's thrilling 28-26 victory over the Idaho Vandals, marking a historic moment that elevated the team to eighth in the nation. The podcast also announces a significant new sponsorship from University Credit Union, with co-host Dwight sharing nostalgic game-day memories and his thoughts on the synergy of the partnership. The episode delves into the impact of Brock providing the squad with Bulletin Board material, interviews Head Coach Tim Plough’s “go for the win strategy”, and gives all the flowers to quarterback Miles Hastings and his outstanding performance. The importance of turnovers and maintaining team focus is highlighted alongside reflections on recent challenges and excitement for future games. Additionally, updates on SAC State's stadium plans are discussed, encouraging continued fan support and community enthusiasm for upcoming games.

Special Thank you to Alan Inouye for his support of the show!
(00:00) Intro
(00:58) The Big Win and Big Partnership
(05:07) Game Day Sights and Sounds
(09:19) Post-Game Reactions and Emotions
(18:37) Idaho Game Analysis
(33:03) Big Sky Conference Results
(41:55) Aggie Super Fan Shoutouts
(43:21) Unexpected Encounters and Support Systems
(45:40 )Brock's Defensive Tackles and Community Spirit
(48:29) Cafe Italia Score Predictions
(51:27) Coach Plough's Interview: Bulletin Board Material
(52:59) Navigating Outside Noise
(01:01:56) Miles Hastings' Legacy Game
(01:07:05) Coaching Decisions and Game Strategy
(01:11:55) Defensive Turnovers and Rapid Fire Q&A
(01:18:35) Last Word
1 hr 23 min
September 24, 2024 Idaho Preview with HC Tim Plough and Hero Sports' Sam Herder
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Special thank you to Al Inouye for his generous support of the show. This week on Aggie Pride is head coach Tim Plough and esteemed FCS analyst Sam Herder. Coach Plough provides an in-depth look at the team's mental toughness, recent performances, and gives an outlook for their pivotal Big Sky Conference opener against Idaho. Sam Herder offers expert analysis on UC Davis’s national ranking, key FCS matchups, and playoff scenarios. The discussion also highlights the importance of fan engagement, home field advantage, and possible conference realignments. Don't miss Sam's predictions for national championship contenders and Coach Plough's rallying call for alumni support. Tune in for a comprehensive breakdown of what it will take for the Aggies to dominate this season!(00:00) Introduction)(01:04) HCTim Plough on Team's Mental Health and Habits(02:40) Team Performance and Areas for Improvement(04:01) Challenges and Strategies in Red Zone Offense(07:21) Coaching Insights and Defensive Adjustments(18:04) Upcoming Game Against Idaho Vandals(22:10) Importance of Home Field Advantage(26:00) Fan Support and Future Aspirations(39:56) Optimism and Key Players(41:09) X Factors and Score Predictions(42:55) Field Position and Defense(45:21) Before the Big Sky(50:08) Interview with Sam Herder(56:33) Big Sky Football Insights(59:59) UC Davis and FBS Expansion(01:03:36) Sam's Idaho vs. UC Davis Preview(01:08:22) Sam's National Championship Prediction(01:11:36) Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
1 hr 17 min
September 17, 2024 Pac 12 Dreams & Special Teams
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In this episode of Aggie Pride, a UC Davis football podcast, hosts Brock Galvin and Dwight Smith discuss UC Davis’ BIG comeback win at Southern Utah. They analyze the Miles Hasting’s performance, highlight areasfor improvement on the O-line, and celebrate a big game from special teams and Lan Larison, duh. The duo previews the upcoming matchup against Utah Tech,providing insights from the Aggie Sports Talk forum and their own score predictions. The episode also includes a new segment on high school football (this week featuring the Acalanes Dons), shoutouts to Hunter Ridley and JoeyCarrillo, and a discussion about the potential for UC Davis' move to FBS, sparked by recent Pac-12 and Mountain West expansion talks. The show concludes with thoughts on the importance of strong attendance and crowd support for upcoming games.
(00:00) Welcome to Aggie Pride Podcast
(01:41) Recap of Southern Utah Game
03:37 Special Teams and Defensive Highlights
(05:40) Offensive Analysis and Key Players
(16:51) Plough's Aggressive Play Calling
(20:49) Preview of Utah Tech Game
(31:34) Miles' Performance and Game Management
(32:00) Student Engagement and Campus Life
(32:18) Memories of College Life
(33:12) Fall Sports and Campus Energy
(35:25) Attendance and Fan Support
(36:55) Score Predictions and Game Analysis
(38:47) Red Zone Challenges
(43:22) Conference Realignment and UC Davis' Future
(51:37) High School Football Update
(54:41) Dwight’s Wide Out Shoutouts
(56:00) Brock’s Defensive Tackle’s Cackles
(01:00:47) Support the POD
1 hr 3 min
September 10, 2024 Interview with Veteran Play by Play Man Scott Marsh + Plough’s 1st Win
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In this episode of Aggie Pride, the hosts delve into the recent and upcoming UC Davis football games, including a detailed discussion on the clashes with Texas A&M Commerce and upcoming game in Cedar City against Southern Utah. Special guests Scott Marsh and Scott Gordon share their unique broadcasting chemistry and notable experiences covering the Aggies, along with an in-depth interview with Scott Marsh reflecting on historic moments like “Hail Bakari” and key players like Miles Hastings and Lan Larison. Adding to theanalysis and predictions for the upcoming games, the hosts reminisce about their football memories at Southern utah and discuss outspoken 2nd Year Thunderbird HC Delane Fitzgerald. They also introduce 'Dwight's Wide Out Shout Outs,' a segment celebrating alumni contributions, and encourage listener support to sustain and enhance the podcast.
(00:00) Introduction
(03:12) Behind the Scenes with Scott and Scott
(03:59) Broadcasting Chemistry and Tom Brady's Debut
(05:02) In-Depth Analysis with the Scott’s
(11:39) Game Recap: Texas A&M Commerce
(18:09) Miles Hastings' Big Game
(29:29) Southern Utah Preview
(43:13) Scott Marsh's Journey and UC Davis Memories
(46:37) Memories of College Life
(48:49) Unforgettable Broadcast Moments
(53:22) The Legacy of Toomey Field
(01:02:14) The Importance of Community and Support
1 hr 27 min
September 03, 2024 Defensive Coordinator Matt Coombs on Coaching, Cal, and Texas A&M Commerce
This episode of Aggie Pride, a UC Davis football podcast, features an in-depth interview with defensive coordinator Matt Coombs. Coombs takes listeners through his extensive football journey, from his beginnings in Washington to his experiences at Yale, Boise State, Oregon, and now UC Davis. He discusses the team's recent defensive performance against Cal, his coaching philosophy, strategies, and standout players from week one. The conversation also covers the challenges and preparations for the upcoming matchup against Texas A&M Commerce. Coombs shares insights into his approach to coaching, his aspirations, and the unique character of UC Davis football players. The episode ends with a reflection on team dynamics, future prospects, and the importance of continual improvement.
52 min
September 01, 2024 Bob Dunning and Bobby Erskine Discuss Blue Force Performance at Cal
UC Davis Football Post-Game Analysis: Cal vs. UC Davis
In this episode of the UC Davis football podcast 'Aggie Pride,' the hosts analyze UC Davis's opening week match against Cal, which ended in a 31-13 victory for the Golden Bears. They discuss the insights of guest analyst Bob Dunning, formerly of the Davis Enterprise, who highlights UC Davis's strong first half and key defensive plays. Brock, Dwight, and Bobby Erskine provide further breakdowns, pointing out defensive highlights and areas needing improvement on offense. The conversation includes detailed commentary on player performances, game strategies, and post-game reflections. Despite the loss, the hosts remain optimistic about the Aggies' potential for the rest of the season. Interviews with QB Miles Hastings, and Linebacker, Porter Connors are also featured.
(00:00) Introduction and Episode Overview
(00:37) Interview with Bob Dunning: The Wary One (Formerly Davis Enterprise)
(04:03) Post-Game Breakdown: Defensive Performance
(12:11) Post-Game Breakdown: Offensive Performance
(20:18) Special Teams Poor Grade and Final Thoughts
(30:11) Closing Remarks and Sponsorship
31 min
August 27, 2024 UC Davis Broadcaster, Scott Gordon
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In this episode of Aggie Pride: a UC Davis Football podcast, Scott Gordon, a former quarterback at the University of Arizona and current UC Davis football broadcaster, shares his journey from player to tv analyst.Gordon discusses his deep love for football, connections he’s made in the sport along the wat, and provides an in-depth preview of the upcoming UC Davis vs. Cal game. Topics include players to watch, keys for Miles Hastings to have a successful season, and week one game predictions, with an emphasis on the importance of winning the turnover battle and controlling the line of scrimmage for UC Davis to secure the upset. Dwight and Brock recap the episode with their own keys to the game, including their own predictions with one of the two choosing the Ags for the outright upset. The Aggies currently sit at 20.5 point underdogs.

(00:06) Meet Scott Gordon: From Quarterback to Broadcaster
(02:09) Scott Gordon's Early Love for Football
(04:23) High School Football Journey
(05:30) College Football at University of Arizona
(12:42) Transition to Broadcasting and Coaching
(13:40) UC Davis Football and Broadcasting Career
(16:44) Sacramento High School Football Insights
(20:01) Defining Aggie Pride
(24:39) Analyzing UC Davis Quarterback Miles Hastings
(30:13) Key Players to Watch This Season
(31:34) Offensive Standouts and Expectations
(35:01) Defensive Strengths and Concerns
(39:31) Game Strategy and Predictions
(41:13) Coach Tim Plough's Impact
(44:37) Final Thoughts
57 min
August 20, 2024 All-American Zach Kennedy Talks Aggies 2024 Season
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In this episode of the Aggie Pride podcast, Brock goes solo and provides an in-depth look into a recent UC Davis football practice, discussing the upcoming season, injury updates, and fall camp insights. Brock introduces the special guest, Zach Kennedy, a preseason All-American defensive end from Sammamish, Washington. The discussion covers Zach's football journey, playing under Coach Matt Coombs, and the upcoming game against the Cal Golden Bears. The episode also includes rapid-fire questions and a shout-out to the UC Davis alumni community for their continued support of the team.

(00:00) Getting a New Dog: The Golden Retriever
(00:50) Childhood Pets and Family Dogs
(01:25) Intro
(02:05) UC Davis Football Updates and Upcoming Games
(05:17) UC Davis Football Media and Alumni Engagement
(09:25) Fall Camp Memories and Team Dynamics
(12:15) Player Highlights and Injury Updates
(20:40) Interview with Zach Kennedy: Football Journey and Insights
(33:10) Facing the Tight Ends
(33:24) Coach Coombs' Impact
(35:31) Measuring Success in the Scheme
(36:58) Fall Camp Grind
(37:24) Player Traits and Contributions
(39:31) Navigating the Transfer Portal
(46:34) Aggie Pride and Community
(49:39) Rapid Fire Questions
(58:31) Wrapping Up and Special Thanks
1 hr