The Brad Cesmat Show

California is pushing back high school football to the spring. It’s something Arizona is also considering even though the AIA has yet to make a decision on the sports calendar for 2020-21. Brad and Eric discuss what makes the most sense and if California’s blueprint is the best play for AIA Executive Director David Hines. The Diamondbacks and Dodgers played in an empty Dodger Stadium Sunday night. Both agreed it was…weird but great to have baseball back. ASU Director of Counseling Erin Trujillo (23:08 on podcast) discussed advice she’s giving to students-athletes about how to handle the pitfalls of the pandemic and much more. Plus, NFL Network Senior Fantasy Analyst Michael Fabiano Skyped in (34:46 on podcast) to talk running backs, draft strategy and other useful notes.

Brad talked about NFL players being more guarded returning to camp and eventually games with COVID-19 continuing to spread. He discussed it with Eric who joined the show from a Payson Starbucks via Skype. ArizonaVarsity.com’s Ralph Amsden (4:17 on podcast) talked about his expectations and predictions for when we’ll see high school football later this fall, next spring, or whenever. Plus, a deep dive with FOX Sports AZ’s Jody Jackson (18:22 0n podcast) who jumped on via Skpye to discuss juggling parenting duties while being on the road so frequently for work, as well as her expectations for the Coyotes and Diamondbacks who ramp back up play in the next couple of weeks. 

Brad and Eric discuss inching closer to the return of pro sports but both are skeptical seasons will be completed with COVID concerns still everywhere. Daniel Snyder is changing the name “Redskins.” The reason why has more to do with money than anything else. President of Pro Sports Consulting and former ASU AD and Coyotes Executive Steve Patterson Skyped in (8:06 on podcast) to talk about the hurdles both college and professional sports are facing with the pandemic still impacting everyone. Plus, NFL Network Senior Fantasy Analyst Michael Fabiano previewed the upcoming season via Skype, as well (21:49 on podcast).

As we inch closer to mid-July, pro sports are on the verge of returning to action (for now). The college sports landscape is shifting. Stanford dropped a number of sports – including volleyball and wrestling. Meanwhile, the Ivy League announced they were pushing all fall sports to the spring. Brad and Eric discuss what’s the most likely scenario for college football. Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Moon Skyped in (13:44 on podcast) to discuss the development of Kyler Murray, why he sees some Russell Wilson in him and what the picture view of the loaded NFC West looks like from his view. 

Bubba Wallace and the sport of NASCAR experienced a monumental break thorough Monday in fighting racism which has often been associated with the “Sport of Speed.” The drivers unwavering support of Wallace is something which will be impactful and remembered for several years to come. As for Major League Baseball, it appears the blueprint for a shortened season is in place…but how many people will actually care at this point? Good friend of the show Paola Boivin Skpyed in (12:58 on podcast) to weigh in on the craziness of 2020 (so far), teaching journalism in a time when the media is squarely under the microscope and much more. Plus, Red Mountain head football coach Mike Peterson (28:49 on podcast) joined Brad to talk about his decision to shut down summer workouts until early July due to the outbreak of COVID. 

NASCAR jumps into the spotlight for all the wrong reasons after a noose was found in Bubba Wallace’s garage in Lincoln, Alabama. Brad and Eric discuss the cowardly action and how NASCAR and their drivers must be proactive in how they respond to the incident. We’re nearing the end of June and Major League Baseball is still at a crossroads. Some insiders believe we are getting close to a deal between the owners and players. To many, the damage is already done and interest is low, even if there’s an eventual agreement.  Our Sports360AZ.com NASCAR insider Devon Henry Skyped in (20:08 on podcast)) to talk about the ugly incident in Wallace’s hometown in Alabama and how the Sport of Speed needs to handle the ugly incident. Plus, Brad and Eric talk about the upcoming AZHS football season and why it’s quite possible the season won’t start on time or even at all later this summer.

Brad Cesmat and Eric Sorenson discuss the changes going on in the sports world due to COVID-19. The duo discusses what they are hearing and seeing across Arizona high schools, ASU, UArizona, and in the pros as teams begin practices across the nation at all levels. They go over there thoughts from talking to both coaches and players as we come towards the beginning of the school years and NBA playoff battles and NFL season.

Brad and Eric discuss some of the weekend headlines, including the return of golf and NASCAR capitalizing on many professional sports still at a standstill during the COVID19 pandemic. The Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans are in the news as some players, including Cowboys’ star running back Ezekiel Elliott has tested positive for the Coronavirus. NFL Network Host/Reporter Steve Wyche (00:53 on podcast) Skyped in to discuss the proactive approach he’s been taking in hopes of making a difference to end racism in our country. He also talked about the league’s stance, Colin Kaepernick’s chances of returning to the league and much more. AIA Executive Director David Hines (24:01 on podcast) joined Brad to talk about a number of questions surrounding AZHS high school football, including the chances of the 2020 season being canceled, transfer rules for incoming out of state players and much more.

Jordan Hamm in for Brad on Wednesday to talk about the biggest headlines in sports – including how Major League Baseball just can’t seem to figure this thing out. ESPN MLB Insider and good friend of the show Pedro Gomez (11:05 on podcast) Skyped in with Jordan to discuss the ongoing discussions between the players and the owners and how he sees this staring contest ending, if at all, this summer. He also discussed the in-state MLB talent pool with the draft scheduled to start Wednesday afternoon. NFL Network Host and Data Science Expert Cynthia Frelund Zoomed in with Jordan (22:42 on podcast) to weigh in on the Cardinals’ busy off-season, as well as how star receiver DeAndre Hopkins will fit in Kliff Kingbury’s Air Raid offense this season and beyond. 

Jordan Hamm in for the vacationing Brad Cesmat Tuesday. Arizona High School football is back, in most places. Jordan and Eric discuss the much different look of summer workouts as teams adjust to the new normal of COVID19 restrictions and regulations. Major League Baseball just can’t seem to get out of their own way. Jordan and Eric talk about if the players and owners can get on the same page as the summer, and their season, slips away. Jordan was joined by Oregon commits Ty Thompson and Jonah Miller. The two talked about why the Ducks made the most sense, as well as the racial injustice we continue to see everywhere. Lastly, Dana White is taking the UFC to “Fight Island” with a big card announced for next month in Abu Dhabi.