The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry

We had, for the “Legend of the Locker Room” segment, Lifetime Longhorn basketball shooting guard Reggie Freeman to talk about Texas and the NCAA Tournament. Freeman discussed the differences in style between the two teams and what Texas needs to do to win the game. He explains how the defense is the key to winning. Freeman explained how talented BYU freshman forward AJ Dybantsa is and what the Horns need to do to limit him. He talked about the talents of Arkansas Daruis Acuff Jr and Duke forward Cameron Boozer. He gave us his pick to win it all. He talked about going into the Texas Hall of Fame. He talks about his hype during his high school days at Rice High School in Manhattan, New York.

Coach Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle joined the show to talk about last weekend’s series win, taking two out of three against the Ole Miss Rebels. Schlossnagle gave us an update on Outfielder Jonah Williams surgery. He talked about filling the void by having players step up in Jonah’s absence. Coach Jim Schlossnagle will discuss the upcoming weekend series against the #5-ranked Auburn Tigers. He explains how his team compares with the other teams in the SEC. Coach talks about the impact of Infielder Casey Borba when he comes to the plate. He talks about Outfielder Andy Pack Jr. adjusting to a college environment.

Today is “Thirsty Thursday,” the Texas Longhorns football team sure up their offensive line with a key player getting a waiver to play another year. Is it all in for the Horns? The Texas Men’s basketball team is ready to play the BYU Cougars tonight. Can the Longhorns continue? March Madness has already been fun, and Miami University is going to be a problem for teams. The Texas women’s basketball team is one of the deepest teams Coach Vic Shaefer has ever coached, expect a deep run for the team. The WNBA salary cap will jump next year due to the mainstream popularity of women’s sports. Detroit Pistons forward Cade Cunningham is out indefinitely with a collapsed lung. We get ready for the NCAA Tournament. A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take! Plus, we have Texas Longhorns Baseball head Coach Jim Schlossnagle to talk about the upcoming weekend series with the #5-ranked Auburn Tigers. We have “Legend of the Locker Room” Lifetime Longhorn basketball shooting guard Reggie Freeman to talk Texas and the NCAA Tournament. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today is “Bounce Back Wednesday,” pinch-hitting for “Hardball” Hardge, Jake Herman of the Craig Way Show. The Texas Longhorns Men’s Basketball team defeated the North Carolina Wolfpack 68-66 with a dagger go-ahead shot by Tramon Mark with one second left. The Longhorns are now traveling to Portland to play the BYU Cougars on Thursday. Alabama Guard Aden Holloway was arrested in Tuscaloosa on Monday for marijuana possession. We discuss. The Longhorn baseball team fell to Tarleton 6-1. The USA fell to Venezuela 3-2 in the World Baseball Classic. The Spurs forward Victor Wembenyama shows his leadership as he demands that his team win now. We give a preview of the NCAA brackets. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, we have Danny Davis of the Austin American-Statesman to talk Texas Women’s Basketball as they prepare for the NCAA Women’s Tournament. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today is “Turn the Page Tuesday,” subbing in for “Hardball” Hardge live from Dayton, Ohio, he is working at the Texas opening round tournament game, Eric Henry of Horn 24/7. The Texas Longhorns are getting ready to play the NC State Wolfpack tonight, and we speak on the team’s preparation for the game. The Longhorn football team wrapped up the first week of Spring Practice, and we discussed what we’ve seen so far. Texas Outfielder Jonah Williams is out for the baseball season due to shoulder surgery; we discuss how that will affect the football season. UT athletes are receiving a huge Nike Blue Ribbon Elite NIL deal. We talk about the effects on the players across the program. Pro Wrestling has evolved into a family atmosphere after Mark and Marcus went to hang out with current superstars at WWE Raw. Mark talks about paying it forward, as in offering advice and positive energy to the next generation. We talked about our favorite college basketball tournament moments. We talk about high school players opting out of high school playoffs to focus on entering college. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, we have Joe Cook of Inside Texas to talk about Texas Spring Football practice. We also have College Basketball Analyst Paul Fritschner to talk about Longhorn Basketball.  You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today is “Longhorn Monday,” and NCAA Tournament brackets are set for both men and women. Where did the Longhorn teams land in the rankings? The Texas Baseball team opens in the SEC, winning back-to-back games after an opening loss to Ole Miss. The Longhorn Softball team handled Ole Miss this weekend as well, sweeping the series. The NBA announces that Seattle and Las Vegas will be voted on to be the next two expansion teams. As the team takes their spring break, we discuss what we’re looking forward to seeing when they come back for Spring Practice. The richest draft in the NBA will be showcased during the NCAA Tournament, especially with Darius Acuff Jr., a “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Taek!” You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Hardge, Henry, Marcus, and Cameron Parker bring you a live afternoon edition of the show from the area's best new sports bar, Rowdy Cowboy in Round Rock! The crew discusses Texas basketball's bubble outlook, stories from the NFL's offseason, contenders in the NBA, as well as Longhorn baseball and softball.

Today is “Feel Good Friday,” and the Texas Longhorns wrap up Spring Practice before Spring Break. The Minnesota Vikings have signed Kyler Murray; how can this move help his career and the Vikings? The USA plays Canada in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic. Major League Baseball is exposing umpires for their inconsistent use of the ABS replay system. The Big 12 had court issues that disrupted play in their conference tournament, so they announced that they’ve resolved them. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, we have Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 to talk about the Texas Men’s basketball team’s failure in the SEC Tournament, going out in the opening round. Next, we have Zach Symms of Orangebloods.com talking Longhorn Baseball as the SEC schedule starts. Then we also have KVUE’s Anne-Parker Coleman talking about Westlake High School basketball as they set to play in the state championship game at the Alamodome in San Antonio Saturday, and Texas Men’s Basketball as the NCAA Tournament approaches. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today is “Thirsty Thursday,” the Texas Longhorns men’s basketball team fell to the Ole Miss Rebels 76-66 in the first round of the SEC tournament. The Longhorn football players had media availability yesterday, and we heard from Hero Kanu, Colin Simmons, Lance Jackson, and Graceson Littleton. In the World Baseball Classic, Italy saved the US by defeating Mexico 5-0, advancing the US into the quarterfinals. The Dallas Cowboys' offseason moves have some excited for next season. Texas Softball defeated the Lioness of East Texas A&M 10-1. A “Hardge Knocks Life,” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle joins the show ahead of the SEC opener against the Ole Miss Rebels. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle joins the show after handling Texas State. He talks about how the depth of the pitching staff and the consistency in defense have led to success so far. Coach Schlossnagle expresses what he sees as a possible issue down the road. He explains how impressive Anthony Pack Jr. has been and what has led to his success. Schlossnagle tells us that the plan for Jonah Williams will be full-time while recovering. Coach talks about what the power hitting has brought to the table. He talks about the matchup coming up against the Ole Miss Rebels.