Five straight conference championships. Six straight NCAA Tournaments.

And somehow… that still isn’t enough for Dom Manilla 😤🎾

Dom is BACK on The Monarchists Podcast, and as always, it’s equal parts laughs, wisdom, brag-worthy success, and a masterclass in what Old Dominion Women’s Tennis has become.

We wrap up another dominant season, dive into recruiting at an elite level, talk pro Monarchs competing on the world stage, break down the new Folkes-Stevens upgrades (including the brand-new scoreboard 👀), and preview a LOADED spring slate featuring Penn State, Wake Forest, Ole Miss, Florida State, and more.

Plus:

- How ODU keeps replacing All-Americans with… more All-Americans

- Why losing sometimes fuels championship runs

- What revenue sharing actually looks like in women’s tennis

- Why the new student-athlete dining facility is a total game changer

- And why the bar now is Sweet 16 or bust

If you love winning, development, and hearing how elite programs are truly built — this one’s for you.

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome back + Dom Manilla returns

01:00 – Five straight conference titles, six NCAA appearances (and the hunger for more)

04:00 – Recruiting at an elite national level

07:00 – Inbox recruiting, blue-chip talent, and raising the standard

10:00 – Monarchs on the pro tennis tour

14:00 – Facilities upgrades & Folkes-Stevens transformation

18:00 – Student-athlete dining: a total game changer

21:00 – Beavers Family Foundation scoreboard dedication details

24:00 – Spring season kickoff & early results

26:00 – Replacing stars with… new stars

29:00 – Coaching six courts at once: how it really works

33:00 – Lineup rules, protests, and NCAA tennis drama

38:00 – Revenue sharing & NIL in women’s tennis

43:00 – Wake Forest preview + must-see home matches

46:00 – How fans can support ODU Women’s Tennis

48:30 – Final thoughts, gratitude & Go Monarchs

This week we preview the hitters and get a glimpse of the opening day batting order with Coach Finny. Scotty Young and Zach Leite join us to talk all things ODU Baseball

The 2026 season premier of Hudson Homers! Coach Finwood gives us a preview of the rotation and bullpen, including two of the three weekend starters. ODU all-time saves leader John Holobetz joins us from Red Sox camp in Fort Myers to talk about his impressive first season of Minor league ball.

A special edition of Hudson Homers from Step Up to the Plate. The guys catch up with a few returners and some new faces who will play big roles in 2026. Stay tuned as Hudson Homers ramps up with preview episodes starting next week!

The Monarchists Basketball Show is back with Head Coach Mike Jones as Old Dominion wraps up a critical road trip and turns the page toward two huge home games at Chartway Arena.

We break down the heartbreaker at Georgia Southern, the gritty win at App State, and what Coach Jones learned about his team’s growth, toughness, and maturity along the way. The conversation highlights Jordan Battle’s electric performance, Jared Turner’s confidence and development, and what it truly means to learn how to win in Sun Belt play.

Looking ahead, Coach Jones previews:

- A massive Wednesday night matchup vs. Troy

- A Saturday showdown vs. Louisiana

- The jersey retirement of ODU legend Ronnie Valentine

- Why alumni weekends, tradition, and fan support matter more than ever

This episode is all about growth, belief, and momentum as the Monarchs fight for positioning and prepare for the stretch run toward Pensacola.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Presented by The Pride of ODU

00:30 – Road trip recap & growth since last episode

01:20 – Georgia Southern heartbreak breakdown

02:50 – Free throws, officiating & attacking the rim

04:45 – Practice focus & late-game pressure

06:05 – Boone, App State & rivalry mentality

07:10 – Jordan Battle’s big night & infectious energy

09:00 – A “maturity win” and learning how to close games

10:30 – Jared Turner’s development & confidence

12:30 – What the team learned from the road trip

14:00 – Troy preview: shooting, defense & adjustments

16:10 – Handling multiple defensive looks

18:10 – Louisiana preview & defensive challenges

20:30 – Ronnie Valentine jersey retirement meaning

22:10 – Alumni weekend & Monarch tradition

24:15 – What fans should see now vs early season

26:15 – February urgency & Sun Belt positioning

27:30 – Final thoughts & Here Come The Monarchs

Old Dominion Basketball Head Coach Mike Jones joins The Monarchists Basketball Show to break down a pivotal Sun Belt road trip, highlight standout performances, and dive deep into what it will take for the Monarchs to stay in the thick of the conference race.

Coach Jones walks us through:

-The defensive tone-setting win at Coastal Carolina

-Robert Davis Jr.’s bounce-back performance and leadership

-The heartbreaking finish at James Madison and late-game execution

-What discipline really means in tight Sun Belt games

-How injuries impact the frontcourt and rebounding

-Preparing for major road tests at Georgia Southern and App State

-Why every single possession matters in this league

This episode is a must-listen for Monarch Nation as ODU battles through one of the toughest stretches of conference play.

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⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Presented by The Pride of ODU

01:00 – Defensive mindset & fast start vs Coastal

02:10 – Why road trips shape Sun Belt standings

03:00 – Robert Davis Jr.’s impact beyond scoring

05:00 – Creating energy in tough road environments

06:40 – Quick turnarounds & second-time matchups

08:30 – Dominant first half vs JMU

10:00 – Life in the paint without key bigs

12:00 – Robert Davis Jr. injury update

13:00 – Film sessions, ball movement & rebounding

15:00 – Discipline becoming a team identity

17:20 – Coach Jones on Mark Cline’s influence

19:00 – Late-game execution & timeout strategy

23:00 – Breaking down Georgia Southern matchup

26:00 – What to expect at App State

28:00 – Coach Jones’ message to Monarch Nation

Old Dominion Basketball Head Coach Mike Jones joins The Monarchists Basketball Show for an honest, in-depth conversation about where the Monarchs stand as Sun Belt play heats up. Coach Jones breaks down the challenges of a tough non-conference schedule, early-game struggles, offensive flow, defensive execution, rebounding analytics, lineup decisions, and the leadership emerging inside the locker room. He also previews a massive matchup with Georgia Southern and addresses fan questions head-on — from slow starts to young player development to Sun Belt scheduling frustrations. Despite the bumps, one thing is clear: everything the Monarchs want to accomplish is still right in front of them.

🎙️ Real talk. Real insight. Real Monarch basketball.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – The Pride of ODU & Show Intro

01:00 – Season reflection since Villanova 02:15 – Non-conference scheduling & roster health

03:40 – JMU win, Coastal & App State lessons 05:10 – Slow starts & early-game focus issues

07:40 – Defensive execution & rebounding fundamentals

10:00 – Offensive flow & ball movement concerns

13:00 – Injuries, rotations & continuity challenges

15:10 – Analytics: box-outs, crashing & idle possessions

18:45 – “I’m gonna get mine” offense discussed

20:40 – Leadership emerging on the roster

24:00 – Young players, rotations & Zacch Wiggins

30:00 – Special teams in basketball & execution lapses

33:10 – What Coach wants to see in the next 3 games

36:00 – Georgia Southern scouting report

40:10 – Sun Belt scheduling frustrations

42:40 – Message to Monarch Nation & closing thoughts

The fellas recap Old Dominion Football's 24 to 10 victory over South Florida Bulls in the Cure Bowl, discuss the trip to Orlando and all the bowl game festivities.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Welcome

00:26 Recap of Orlando Trip and Bowl Game

00:58 Special Guest: Justice's Take on the Game

02:16 Interview with Cure Bowl MVP Quinn Henicle

04:43 Travel Woes and Comfort Plus Experience

07:34 Pre-Game Events and Tailgate Highlights

09:10 Game Day Walkthrough and Strategy

16:33 Press Box and Field Experiences

24:20 First Half Game Analysis

26:07 Analyzing South Florida's Performance

26:41 Key Moments and Plays

27:11 Challenges Faced by the Offense

30:17 Offensive Line Adjustments

33:42 Behind the Shield and Membership Benefits

35:10 Coaching Changes and Future Prospects

40:16 Reflecting on the Season and Bowl Game

46:17 Fan Engagement and Future Plans

53:08 Senior Leadership and Team Culture

59:21 Final Thoughts and Thank You

The fellas are joined by Justice of the G5 Hive to preview the Cure Bowl against the USF Bulls and after the break Mike talks with Head Coach Ricky Rahne about the season, his contract extension, the game and more.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Bowl Week Excitement

01:03 Game Preview: Old Dominion vs. South Florida

04:11 Coaching Changes and Their Impact

05:52 Quarterback Spotlight: Gaston Moore

08:16 Offensive and Defensive Strategies

19:43 Fan Events and Social Gatherings

22:16 Coaching Market and Contract Extensions

26:34 Recruiting Success and Future Prospects

30:06 Predictions for the Bowl Game

32:46 Interview with Head Coach Ricky Rahne

34:31 Reflecting on the Season's Achievements

41:19 Bowl Game Preparations and Challenges

51:18 Future of College Football and Personal Reflections

The fellas are joined by Justice of the G5 Hive to discuss their favorite moments of the season, the bowl game in Orlando, signing day, Sun Belt Football coaching changes and more.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:57 Recap of the Georgia State Game

05:21 Season Overview and Reflections

11:31 Favorite Moments of the Season

20:07 Bowl Season

35:23 Coaching Changes Across the League

39:30 Old Dominion's Recruiting Success

49:13 Bowl Game Preparations and Travel Tips

58:14 Concluding Thoughts