Foul Check

Former college football referee Dan Foutz joins Brooke and Eric on the first day of football to talk his 35 year career, how to get scouted as a ref, and what makes a holding call.

Then, Brooke and Eric say farewell to Kelly as she is off to her next adventure. They also chat about the heat and humidity at practice, Brooke's grievances with football season, and diagnosing her twitchy eye.

Music by: Mark Rizzo

0:01 Intro

12:32 Interview with Dan Foutz

1:03:20 Outro

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Brooke is joined by Richmond Raceway President Lori Waran to chat about the Cookout 400 and the beauty of NASCAR just a month before the race.

Eric is on vacation, so super producer Allison joins Brooke to chat about the best sandwich combo, NASCAR movies, and what's next for July.

TIMECODES:

Intro- :01-6:20

Lori- 6:20-32:24

Outro- 32:24-END

Music by: Mark Rizzo

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It's the 4th of July holiday and Brooke and Eric recap some of their favorite moments from 2025.

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The Spring Jubilee has come and gone, winners are crowned, and Brooke and Eric are joined by now 3x Class 2 State Champions: Glenvar boys soccer!

Head Coach Josh Jones and Kees Van Gerven come on Foul Check to recap the championship weekend, how to score on a corner, and why always doing your best is the key to success.

Brooke and Eric then recap the Spring Jubilee, their favorite summer snacks, and the quiet time for the next few weeks.

TIMECODES:

INTRO- :00- 11:50

INTERVIEW- 11:50-47:45

OUTRO- 47:45-END

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It's Spring Jubilee season and Brooke and Eric are absolutely thrilled. Cave Spring girls soccer head coach Erin Smith and Sophomore star Scottie Leonard join the duo to talk highs and lows of an undefeated season, being the Director of Morale, and the various penalty kicks you can score off of.

Then, Eric discusses his weekend at the Salem Red Sox, why carb loading before shooting a tournament is important, and Brooke's latest gripe about softball stadiums.

Timecodes:

INTRO- :01-12:37

Erin & Scottie- 12:37-56:54

OUTRO- 56:54-end

Music by: Mark Rizzo

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Ahead of the 2025 ACC Softball Tournament, Brooke and Eric have a Bonus Episode featuring Virginia Tech's Emma Lemley and Cori McMillan. They talk about the preparation for pitches, never being out of a game, and whether they put on the right or left shoe first.

Brooke and Eric recap the other softball teams in the area and whether Metallica will open or close with Enter Sandman in Lane Stadium.

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Brooke and Eric are having a full circle moment this episode - sitting down with two softball stars they covered in high school. Bassett alum Jade Hylton and Appomattox alum Kelsey Hackett chat with Brooke about Virginia's historic season, the growth over the last few years, and the risk of robbing a homerun.

Then, Brooke and Eric chat about crying at championship games, wardrobe malfunction on the mound, and the Unsung Hero trophy we awarded to our fave, Steve.

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Brooke and Eric are joined by Roanoke College head football coach Bryan Stinespring to talk about building a program from the ground up (literally), what makes Roanoke College special, and why people should be addicted to the run game.

Then, Brooke and Eric chat about their AP award ceremony, upcoming spring games, and Eric's birthday.

Timecodes:

Intro- :01-15:35

Stinespring interview- 15:35-57:12

Outro- 57:12- END

Music by Mark Rizzo

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Brooke and Eric are joined by Christopher Bell, driver of the No. 20 Toyota in the Cup Series, and Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell to preview the Martinsville Spring Race, Chris' threepeat, and why only the best drivers keep their car in control on a bump and run.

Brooke and Eric also catch up after a month-hiatus away from the podcast together, recap our local tournament teams, and why NIL could be changing the Big Dance.

Time Codes:

:01-17:15 - Intro

17:15- 40:16- Christopher Bell & Clay Campbell interview

40:16- END - Outro

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March continues as Eric is on the road in Charlotte for the ACC Tournament, allowing 10 News' Kelly Marsh to cohost with Brooke. They are joined by Richmond Sports Director Nolan Knight to discuss college basketball happenings on the other side of the state, high school hoops coming to a close at VCU, and potential Big Dance contenders.

Brooke and Kelly chat about Fred Again, crying at basketball games, and Kelly's sleeper team in the tournament.

Timecodes:

Intro- :00-:12:00

Nolan interview- 12:00-50:30

Outro- 50:30-END

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