South River, buckle up — this one’s loaded. We’re back at the Green Turtle and diving head-first into a brand-new winter sports season, a historic football run toward the Elite 8, and a jam-packed slate of special guests that basically turned Hawk Talk into the Avengers of Seahawk Nation.

Athletic Director David Klingel gives us the full winter rundown: indoor track’s 105-strong army, cheer’s redemption tour, a surging swim squad, unified bowling joy, a wrestling room ready to rumble, and hoops season heating up for both the girls’ defending champs and the boys waiting for their football warriors to return.

Then things go full-on electric as we relive the wildest football win in school history — a comeback, a roller-coaster student section, a legendary kick, and enough adrenaline to power the stadium lights for a week. We’re joined by student broadcaster Quinn Houst (future ESPN problem), Acting Principal John Yore (cannonballing into the job), Coach DeSantos, Coach Lucas, and a crew of players who live for moments like this.

Plus: flag football dominance at the middle school, Chick-fil-A-powered roller coaster practice, and everything you need to know before Friday night’s WHITEOUT showdown vs. Oakdale.

Seahawk Nation, this episode is the definition of “all in.”
Go Seahawks.

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Hawk Talk goes live as Tom, Grey, and Jaden open the phone lines and dive into South River’s dominant 69–0 playoff win. Offensive Coordinator Coach Kevin Clark joins to preview a huge showdown with St. Charles, talk signing day, and explain why “1-0” is the only record that matters.

Head Coach Erk Erxleben calls in to break down the matchup, the defensive mindset, and what makes this team different. The crew hits winter tryouts, Northwestern–Michigan at Wrigley, the incoming sea of rally towels, and a brief but heated LeBron vs. Jordan scuffle. And Karen Simpson joins us to talk Rally Towels!

Plus: Jaden’s chase for a state record, student-section Santa vibes, and why Friday’s 6pm home playoff game needs every Seahawk in the stands.

🕕 South River vs. St. Charles — Friday at 6pm
 🎟 First 100 students get a rally towel

Let’s pack the place. Go Seahawks. 🦅

Hawk Talk is hosted by Tom Frank, Jaden McDuffie and Grey Frank, and brought to you by Chad's BBQ, Merrick Creative, and Maryland Remodeling Expert. Don’t hesitate to contact us through Instagram @SRHawkTalk or by email at [email protected]. Please reach out, send updates after games, let us know about fundraisers, big events, etc. This show is only as good as what we know. So get involved! Subscribe, Listen and Share the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on Apple, help support the show at https://srhawktalk.buzzsprout.com, and spread the word Seahawk Nation. #WERSR

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Seahawk Nation — this one’s packed! We’re back at The Green Turtle celebrating an unforgettable week in South River sports. Coach Lucas and Coach DeSantos join Tom and Grey alongside members of our undefeated, county champion football team — Evan Paximadas, Sean Cox, Ben Keith, and Trent Shipley — to talk about the season, the culture, and what’s next as the Seahawks head into the state playoffs.

Plus, we spotlight our Field Hockey squad as they charge into the state semifinals Wednesday vs. Linganore after a huge 5–1 win over Chesapeake.

It’s all energy, heart, and Seahawk pride on this edition of Hawk Talk — where South River Sports make history.

🏑 Field Hockey: Wednesday at Glen Burnie HS – tickets at mpssaa.org
🎟️ Football: Thursday night, home vs. James M. Bennett – tickets on GoFan
💙 Let’s pack the stands, Seahawk Nation!

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Seahawk Nation, it’s a big couple days for South River Sports! We are breaking down all the action — Field Hockey heading to the State Quarterfinals, Volleyball taking on Arundel, and Football looking to lock up the County Championship tonight against Northeast. 

It’s a fast, fired-up edition of Hawk Talk you won’t want to miss. Hit play, get the scoop, and Go Seahawks! 🦅💙

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The room smells like hard work and history—the perfect place to meet nearly 30 seniors from South River’s undefeated varsity football team. We set the stage with a high-energy county rivalry week, a Chick-fil-A sales challenge, and a milkshake day that turns spirit into bragging rights. 

Across rapid-fire interviews, a picture forms of a program that wins on the details. Linemen talk confidence and technique with Coach Lucas. Defensive leaders describe film, fundamentals, and a standard that doesn’t bend. Special teams reveal a decade-long bond between holder and kicker. Transfers explain why they returned—choosing hometown legacy over comfort. And just about everyone admits the best parts live between the whistles: Thursday practice jokes, locker-room hype, and the way team dinners become glue. Parents and coaches show up as catalysts for culture, for life lessons, and for relentless refinement—while seniors pass down the playbook to the underclassmen – be consistent, own scout-team reps, and cherish every snap.

This is Hawk Talk is hosted by Tom Frank and Grey Frank, and brought to you by Chad's BBQ, Merrick Creative, and Maryland Remodeling Expert. Subscribe, Listen and Share the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on Apple, help support the show at https://srhawktalk.buzzsprout.com, and spread the word Seahawk Nation. #WERSR

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Hawk Talk rings in its 80th episode live from The Green Turtle for Homecoming week. Tom Frank, with co-hosts Greyson and Jaden, kicks things off with a full South River sports rundown—boys’ and girls’ soccer, field hockey, volleyball, and a 4–0 football start—before previewing a neon-soaked Rave Night vs. Severn with Coach Erxleben. Then it’s alumni time: Mitch Suplee, David Foust, Mike Sammeyer, and Ron Rossi drop stories about boom-boom pregame chants, “Legacy Field,” and rivalry lore. Tradition doesn’t graduate—press play, feel the lights, and keep it 1–0.

Hawk Talk is hosted by Tom Frank, Jaden McDuffie and Grey Frank, and brought to you by Chad's BBQ, Merrick Creative, and Maryland Remodeling Expert. Don’t hesitate to contact us through Instagram @SRHawkTalk or by email at [email protected]. Please reach out, send updates after games, let us know about fundraisers, big events, etc. This show is only as good as what we know. So get involved! Subscribe, Listen and Share the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on Apple, help support the show at https://srhawktalk.buzzsprout.com, and spread the word Seahawk Nation. #WERSR

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Seahawk Nation is buzzing, and this week on Hawk Talk we sit down with South River’s Student Section Leaders, aka The Flock Captains—Grey Frank, Jay Hughes, Sydney Dawson, and Kiera Keen—plus football standout Jaden McDuffie to talk fall sports and our energy electrifying home games.

From football’s 2-0 start (Ben Raines with 269 passing yards, Jaden earning Military Bowl Player of the Week) to themed nights in the student section, the momentum is real. We also cover boys soccer battling injuries, girls soccer thriving at 4-1, volleyball’s senior-led squad chasing their year, and this week's football game with Urbana - Let's dig out those Hawaiian Shirts!

Hawk Talk is hosted by Tom Frank, Jaden McDuffie and Grey Frank, and brought to you by Chad's BBQ, Merrick Creative, and Maryland Remodeling Expert. Don’t hesitate to contact us through Instagram @SRHawkTalk or by email at [email protected]. Please reach out, send updates after games, let us know about fundraisers, big events, etc. This show is only as good as what we know. So get involved! Subscribe, Listen and Share the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on Apple, help support the show at https://srhawktalk.buzzsprout.com, and spread the word Seahawk Nation. #WERSR

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Seahawk Nation, Hawk Talk is back at Chad’s BBQ. Tom Frank and Grey Frank sit down with Head Coach Steve Erxleben and Offensive Coordinator Kevin Clark to break down South River’s big season-opening win, the depth of this senior-heavy squad, and how the program is building a culture of excellence on and off the field.

From middle school flag football to the return of former players as coaches, the staff shares how they’re strengthening the pipeline for the future. The conversation dives into recruiting buzz around star players like Jaden McDuffie, the “wombat mentality” of the scout team, and what to expect in the upcoming home opener against powerhouse Hereford.

Plus: Scores and schedules from around South River, bold NFL predictions, new footbal uniforms, and why the sideline sounds a little like Metallica on gameday. This one’s packed with football insight, community pride, and a clear message—better people make better Seahawks.

Hawk Talk is hosted by Tom Frank, Jaden McDuffie and Grey Frank, and brought to you by Chad's BBQ, Merrick Creative, and Maryland Remodeling Expert. Don’t hesitate to contact us through Instagram @SRHawkTalk or by email at [email protected]. Please reach out, send updates after games, let us know about fundraisers, big events, etc. This show is only as good as what we know. So get involved! Subscribe, Listen and Share the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on Apple, help support the show at https://srhawktalk.buzzsprout.com, and spread the word Seahawk Nation. #WERSR

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Hawk Talk is back for its fourth season, and we’re opening strong with South River’s very own Athletic Director, David Klingel. It’s year 20 for Dave at South River, and he joins Tom Frank to reflect on two decades of Seahawk sports, the evolution of the program, and what’s in store for 2024–25.

From big leadership changes in the athletic department to the return of powerhouse athletes like Jayden McDuffie, to the growth of programs like cheer, golf, and field hockey—this episode sets the stage for an exciting year ahead. Dave also shares his bold predictions for which teams could bring home hardware, the importance of culture-building programs like Lead Them Up, and why community support makes South River special.

This is episode 77 of Hawk Talk, and we’re just getting started. Buckle up, Seahawk Nation—year four is shaping up to be the best yet.

Hawk Talk is hosted by Tom Frank, Jaden McDuffie and Grey Frank, and brought to you by Chad's BBQ, Merrick Creative, and Maryland Remodeling Expert. Don’t hesitate to contact us through Instagram @SRHawkTalk or by email at [email protected]. Please reach out, send updates after games, let us know about fundraisers, big events, etc. This show is only as good as what we know. So get involved! Subscribe, Listen and Share the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on Apple, help support the show at https://srhawktalk.buzzsprout.com, and spread the word Seahawk Nation. #WERSR

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The Hawks are flying high, but the Lakers? Not so much. 🦅😭 In this jam-packed episode, we break down South River High’s spring sports dominance—track stars are sprinting, shot puts are soaring, and our softball team has turned their home field into a no-fly zone for opponents.

Our lacrosse squads? Peaking like it’s finals week. Baseball? Crushing it and delivering batting averages that make MLB scouts do a double take.

Plus, we serve up spicy takes on the Lakers’ playoff faceplant, the NFL draft’s biggest surprises, and ESPN’s "Way Too Early Power Rankings" (Spoiler: We disagree. Loudly.).

Tune in for bold predictions, epic wins, and maybe a little shade thrown at the Lakers’ expense. Subscribe now—your earbuds will thank you.

Hawk Talk is hosted by Tom Frank, Jaden McDuffie and Grey Frank, and brought to you by Chad's BBQ, Merrick Creative, and Maryland Remodeling Expert. Don’t hesitate to contact us through Instagram @SRHawkTalk or by email at [email protected]. Please reach out, send updates after games, let us know about fundraisers, big events, etc. This show is only as good as what we know. So get involved! Subscribe, Listen and Share the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on Apple, help support the show at https://srhawktalk.buzzsprout.com, and spread the word Seahawk Nation. #WERSR

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