Round Guy Radio

Join host Dave for a lively conversation with Mario Flores, owner of the West Michigan Ironmen, about his journey from pizzeria owner and mortgage broker to arena football team owner and community leader. Mario shares the team’s winning philosophy, the standards that built sustained success, and the people who make the organization run.

Hear about the highly anticipated Saturday night matchup against the Cedar Rapids Titans, broadcast details, ticket info, and the electric fan atmosphere expected at Trinity Health Arena. A short, spirited preview of a game that could shape the season and the league’s future.

Sponsored by Smithburg Auto, the Packwood Locker, and Henshaw Trailer Sales, today’s episode features Coach Van Fleet on the phone reviewing Tuesday’s small schools playoff action.

We recap Regina’s 66–41 win over Central Lee, highlight Notre Dame’s 64–51 win over Holy Trinity, and preview Saturday’s big sub‑state matchup between Notre Dame and Calamus Wheatland.

Coach Van Fleet also discusses game plans, standout players, ticketing and streaming issues, and what it takes for small schools to advance to the state tournament.

Today's episode is brought to you by Smithburg Auto of Fairfield, Iowa, Henshaw Trailer Sales of Richland, Iowa, the Packwood Locker, and the Cedar Rapids Titans.

Coach Protratz reviews Keokuk Chiefs’ season: the program’s first outright conference title since 2008, key regular-season wins, a strong opening playoff victory over Fort Madison, and an upcoming matchup with Center Point‑Urbana.

Highlights include Jaxon Clark’s record-setting year — school all-time leading scorer, likely state leader in points and rebounds, a rare 1,000‑rebound career and a 51-point game — plus balanced contributions from starters and bench players, improved ball‑handling, defense and turnover control under Protratz, the first‑year coach of the year.

Coach Swanson joins Round Guy Radio to recap Central Lee's 15–7 season, highlighting big wins over Fort Madison and West Burlington, balanced scoring, and senior leader Will Hayes' impact on the boards and offense.

He discusses a rugged Super Conference schedule that prepared the Hawks for postseason play, key contributors across the roster, strong community support at Donaldson, and the upcoming district challenge at Iowa City-Regina.

Coach Hellige breaks down Holy Trinity's gritty 46-38 road win over Pekin, highlighting Lane Rung's star play, key free throws by Nathan Box, and the instant impact of transfer Graham Meredith.

The episode also spotlights young contributors Jack Ragar and Jay Ellison, the team's strong chemistry and depth, and previews the upcoming district final against Notre Dame next Tuesday at 7 p.m.

On this episode of Round Guy Radio, host Dave and Coach Cody Van Fleet preview the second round of Southeast Iowa high school basketball playoffs, breaking down key matchups including Notre Dame vs Danville, West Burlington vs Central Lee, Mediapolis vs Mid‑Prairie, and Holy Trinity vs Pekin.

Cody analyzes top players, team strengths, and upset potential, and the show also discusses broadcasting and streaming updates as Round Guy Radio moves more coverage to YouTube. Sponsored by Hinshaw Trailer Sales, Smithsburg Auto, the Packwood Locker, and the Cedar Rapids Titans Arena Football.

Coach Stout recaps Keota’s 78-48 first-round victory over Twin Cedars, spotlighting Chase Safely’s 35 points (including six 3s), a stingy full-court press that created 20 turnovers, and solid contributions from the whole roster.

He previews a tough second-round road matchup at Hillcrest, noting key opposing players to contain and saying ball security and rebounding will be the deciding factors.

Coach Marlowe and the West Burlington Falcons advanced with a 63-43 first-round win over Cardinal Veldin after tightening up their defense in the second half. Kasem Brown (17), Aiden Figueroa (16) and Silas Lotzow (15) led the scoring as the team relied on rebounding, hustle and versatile play.

Looking ahead, the Falcons travel to face Central in round two — a tough, well-coached opponent with strong rebounding and a raucous home crowd. Coach Marlow emphasizes execution and doing the little things to win.

Coach Will Eslick recaps Sigourney's decisive district win over Bolton-Udell, featuring a huge first-half from Solon Yates and balanced contributions from the starters and bench. The team protected its home court, finished the game healthy, and enjoyed strong depth and execution.

Eslick previews a challenging district semifinal at Montezuma on Thursday at 7:00 PM, highlighting Montezuma's star player Bolton and his supporting cast. He reflects on an 18-win season, a strong 11–1 home record, and the leadership of the seniors as the team prepares for the next step.

Today's episode, brought to you by Henshaw Trader Sales, the Packwood Locker, and Smithburg Auto, features Coach Hellge of Holy Trinity discussing a 66–50 win over Waco, highlighting a balanced scoring effort led by Jack Ragar and key contributions off the bench.

Coach Hellge previews Thursday's road matchup at Pekin, talks about scouting an athletic, well‑coached Panthers team, and outlines what the Crusaders need to do to keep advancing through the district and sub‑state rounds.