INSiiGHTS

INSiiGHTS shares the tape (from DeadSpin) that brought down billionaire Donald Sterling and his ownership of the National Basketball Association team, the Los Angeles Clippers. Host, and former coach, Mickey Clayton argues that something significant had to be done and it too much time was going on for the punishment to be effective. Clayton Smith, a former employee of the Charlotte Hornets felt that due process had not been done.

NBA Commissioner, Adam Silver agreed that actions should be swift and severe as he handed down his punishment the same day as INSiiGHTS taping.

Hear how the NBA averted a crisis.

INSiiGHTS …….. the mike is on.

INSiiGHTS has a short show on the recent story written by the New York Times on Florida State quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner, Jameis Winston. INSiiGHTS host, Mickey Clayton wonders ”when is enuff enough”, as the media gets hold of a story and holds on to it. Listen to InSiiGHTS lively and thought provoking conversation..........................

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (April 25) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled When is Enuff Enough, this Friday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com, Spreaker and iHeart Radio.
 
Coach Clayton and Clayton Smith have two guests with them on this show that provide additional INSiiGHT into the discussion. One special guest that participates in the dialogue is Rick Brown, a reporter from the Lakeland Ledger. He gives the journalistic view on how stories are reported and why.

INSiiGHTS secured the legal interpretation of several legal rulings from Board Member, Attorney Anthony Miller. He clarifies several of the most recent rulings so that INSiiGHTS listeners gain clarity on the case.

Host, Mickey Clayton wonders aloud what is the difference in coverage between the Jameis Winston case, the Marching 100 case and the Coach O’Leary case as he wonders why some cases continue to draw national attention and others didn’t.

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INSiiGHTS has a quick review on District 29 and Same City Rivals. This weeks show talks about the Purpose of Athletics. INSiiGHTS talks about the issues around sports and how athletics affects the academic programs by promoting the University...... There is an interview with the former President of Morris Brown College, Dr. Calvert Smith. Dr. Smith, is a former scholarship athlete from Winston-Salem State University who had a stint in the NFL with the Chicago Bears...........................

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (April 18) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled the Purpose of Athletics, this Friday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com, Spreaker and iHeart Radio.

Coach Clayton and Clayton Smith discuss how athletic programs can mend the fences between Universities. They discuss some of the problems surrounding HBCU’s in a matter-of-fact manner.

There is an interview with Dr. Calvert Smith, the former President of Morris Brown College and the older brother of Dr. Albert Smith, the former President of South Carolina State University and Edward Waters College. Dr. Smith is a candid personality who shares his innermost thoughts on the future of HBCU’s and athletics. He doesn’t feel that it is important for HBCU’s to go Division I if it is not the mission of the University.

Dr. Smith also gives advice to the supporters of University’s that have new Presidents in terms of how to successfully marry their vision and athletics.

INSiiGHTS continues its tradition of discussing topics presented by - by you - our listeners. This weeks show talks about the rivalry issues that surround collegiate institutions that share the same “home town”. INSiiGHTS lays the issues on the table and talk about the fact that often times one school does not even view the other as a rival ..... but ....... the rivalry exists within the students, the fans and the community. Unfortunately it stretches to the local businesses that tend to support only one of the schools within the city limits ..........................

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (April 11) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled Same City Rivals - Like it or Not, this Friday, April 11 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com, Spreaker and iHeart Radio.

Coach Clayton and Clayton Smith discuss the issues around two institutions living in the same city and how many of the businesses feel they can only support one of the schools and COMPLETELY disregard the other institution although their business is supported by students, faculty and alums of both institutions.

The very special effect of athletics is highlighted as a means to draw the community and these institutions together in a spirit that would enhance all of the parties involved.

There is a role playing session towards the end of the show that has an argument between two supporters of their schools on why they should and won’t compete against each other.

INSiiGHTS touches a sensitive topic...... Listen in.

INSiiGHTS has a topic targeting educating the listeners about the famous NAIA District 29. District 29 featured all the black colleges in one tournament to qualify to send the winner to the National Tournament. This tournament became the National Black College Championship Tournament. Hear “the Crew” talk about this historical event and the significance of this event held o the campus of Tennessee State University. NCCU graduate Sam Jones of the Boston Celtics participated in the historic event and is interviewed by INSiiGHTS host, Mickey Clayton. INSiiGHTS proudly covers this historic event and the interview with Sam Jones strengthens the show....................

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (April 4) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled District 29, this Friday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com and iHeart Radio.

The Crew is reunited as they discuss the historical significance of this tournament that featured the top Black College Basketball teams as the winner advanced to the NAIA National Tournament. As Boston Celtic great Sam Jones said, “they really didn’t want us to play at all ...”

Tennessee State University hosted this event that also had a black high school national basketball tournament going on at the same time “with over 30 states represented”.

INSiiGHTS revisits black college basketball history in this weeks show.

INSiiGHTS has spirited discussion on the performances of the HBCUs “pride & joy” basketball teams in the NCAA Tournaments. March Madness started with optimism as a result of the North Carolina Central men’s team starting with the highest seed of a Black College Division I team and the Lady Pirates of Hampton starting with the highest seed EVER given to an HBCU program as a 12th seed. INSiiGHTS looks at both programs came crashing to earth leaving many wondering if we can compete at the Division I level. INSiiGHTS takes a look at those losses and wonders if the beat of doom is drawing nearer ...................


TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (March 28) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled HBCU Future in Division I Basketball, this Friday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com and iHeart Radio.

Coach Mickey Clayton and fellow basketball fan, Clayton Smith argue and discuss the plight of the HBCU Division I basketball programs during the NCAA Basketball Tournaments. They discuss the ramifications of the games that were not even close even though two of the participants had the highest seeds ever received by Men or Women HBCU basketball programs.

Coach Mickey Clayton also has an interview with Donal Ware of BoxToRow.com. Donal has a passion for HBCU football and spends a lot of time on his various entertainment avenues to promote and highlight the stories of HBCU institutions. He is an energetic, well-spoken visionary who is passionate about his endeavors. “Coach” was obviously impressed with his accomplishments. This is an interview not to be missed.

INSiiGHTS puts emphasis on the NCAA Tournament and the relationship with Division I HBCU institutions. HBCU schools from the SWAC and the MEAC have shaken the very core of the NCAA Tournaments during March Madness with resounding first round victories that lit up the basketball skies. INSiiGHTS takes a look at those wins. INSiiGHTS also interviews the coach of “the HOTTEST HBCU basketball program” ............

INSiiGHTS takes a look at HBCU Basketball and the NCAA Tournament in this weeks show.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (March 21) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled HBCU Basketball and the NCAA Tournament, this Friday, March 21 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com and iHeart Radio.

Coach Mickey Clayton and fellow basketball fan, Clayton Smith take time discussing the upsets within the NCAA Tournament by MEAC member institutions, Coppin State led by Fang Mitchell, Norfolk State and the Women of Hampton University. SWAC had success from Southern led by coaching legend, Ben Jobe. INSiiGHTS looks at these historical wins.

Hampton University’s Head Women’s basketball coach, David Six is Mickey Clayton’s special guest as he gives INSiiGHT into the highly successful Lady Pirates basketball program.

Listeners can hear the latest program, as well as past programs from the growing INSiiGHTS archive at www.INSiiGHTS.com, or via iHeart Radio.

Dayton upsets #6 seed Ohio State

The Sights & Sounds of the MEAC Tournament

INSiiGHTS puts emphasis on the MEAC Tournament and allowing the listener to hear what goes on beyond the games being played. You will get a chance to be a part of conversations that “the Coach” has with supporters and alumni from several of the participating member institutions. You will also hear an interview with one of the NAA Presidents who was there to support her member institution. Listen to INSiiGHTS as they take a look at the MEAC Tournament in The Sights & Sounds of the MEAC Tournament. Be sure to go to our Facebook Page (INSiiGHTS) to “see” the Sights & Sounds for yourself.....

NORFOLK, Va. (March 14) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled The Sights & Sounds of the MEAC Tournament, this Friday, March 14 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com and iHeart Radio.

Coach Mickey Clayton talks to vendors at the MEAC Tournament and the significance of buying your merchandise from licensed vendors who pay a royalty back to your institution, as opposed to the “bootleg vendors” who sells the product of your member institution and the school receives NOTHING from those sales.

In having one interview with an Alum from a MEAC institution, you her the Coach as he meets the NAA President who ‘walks up’ for an impromptu meeting and subsequent live interview.

There is also a short interview and chance meeting with Mr. CIAA, visiting the MEAC Tournament.

INSiiGHTS puts emphasis on the MEAC Tournament and the SWAC Basketball Tournaments. Each is a Division I Post- Season Tournament for HBCU member institutions but they are taking two different paths to send an institution to the NCAA Tournament field. Listen to INSiiGHTS as they take a look at the SWAC’s path to dealing with institutions that are not able to participate in the NCAA Basketball Tournament .........….

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (March 07) – INSiiGHTS, the brainchild of the visionary championship winning coach, Mickey Clayton, releases this weeks show entitled MEAC & SWAC, Two Tournaments - Two Paths, this Friday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m. ET on www.INSiiGHTS.com and iHeart Radio.

Coach Mickey Clayton and fellow basketball fan, Clayton Smith take time discussing the basketball tournaments of the MEAC and the SWAC. They discuss the SWAC and the institutions that are unable to participate in post-season play and the SWAC’s decision to allow those schools to play in their season-ending tournament.

Southern University’s Head Men’s basketball coach, Roman Banks is Mickey Clayton’s special guest and he revisits past Southern basketball glory and ARP issues that derailed his basketball program this season. North Carolina A&T State University’s Cy Alexander and Alabama State’s Interim Athletic Director Melvin Hines contribute their thoughts on tournament participation, winning the basketball tournaments and more.