This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly is joined by Sports Huddle insiders Stan Pamfilis, Bruce Ellis, and Marty Perry to break down the latest headlines from around the sports world, including Braves baseball, college athletics, recruiting, and offseason football storylines.

Later, Jay Alverson welcomes Joe Evans, head football coach at South Mecklenburg High School, for an in-depth conversation about summer workouts, college recruiting, football camps, player development, and what families should know as student-athletes navigate the recruiting process. Coach Evans shares valuable insight into building a successful program, preparing players for the next level, and the importance of development both on and off the field.

Plus, local sports updates, high school football talk, Braves coverage, and everything happening across the Carolinas as another exciting season draws closer.

This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly is joined by Sports Huddle insiders Stan Pamfilis, Bruce Ellis, and Marty Perry for a wide-ranging discussion on college football, SEC storylines, Tennessee athletics, recruiting, NIL, and the ever-changing landscape of collegiate sports. The crew also dives into MLB, local sports headlines, and the biggest stories making news around the sports world.

Later, Owen High School head football coach John Faircloth joins the show to discuss the Warhorses' offseason preparation, scheduling philosophy, player development, building a winning culture, and expectations for the upcoming season. Faircloth provides an inside look at the challenges and rewards of leading a high school football program and preparing young athletes for success on and off the field.

Plus, ticket giveaways, local sports coverage, and another full evening of sports talk from Western North Carolina and beyond.

This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly welcomes newly appointed McDowell Titans head basketball coach Turner Kincaid for an in-depth conversation about returning home, taking over one of Western North Carolina's premier basketball programs, and building the next chapter of Titan basketball. Kincaid discusses his coaching journey, the importance of community, summer development plans, and the tradition that makes McDowell basketball special.

Later, Jay Alverson is joined by former West Charlotte standout and University at Buffalo football player Chance Morrow for a fascinating discussion on college athletics, recruiting, NIL opportunities, the transfer portal, and what life is really like as a modern-day college athlete. The show also covers Braves baseball, NBA playoffs, local sports headlines, and the latest news from around the Carolinas.

This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly welcomes Sports Huddle insider Stan Pamfilis and McDowell Lady Titans basketball coach Zach McArthur for a wide-ranging discussion on local sports, basketball, football, and the latest headlines from around the region. Later, Jay Alverson joins the show from Charlotte with special guest Mitch Hornsby of Friday Night Carolina, offering an inside look at sports media, digital coverage, content creation, and what it takes to keep fans informed in today's fast-moving sports landscape. The crew also covers high school baseball playoffs, football news, upcoming matchups, and the stories shaping athletics across North Carolina.

This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly is joined by Sports Huddle insider Stan Pamfilis to discuss the Atlanta Braves' impressive start to the season, the latest storylines from Major League Baseball, and reactions to the NFL Draft, including the Carolina Panthers' selections and what lies ahead for teams across the league.

Later, Jay Alverson checks in from Charlotte with special guest Justin Sprouls, South Mecklenburg High School running backs coach and former University of Kentucky standout. The conversation covers high school football, player development, recruiting, the impact of the transfer portal, and the future stars to watch in North Carolina football.

Plus, updates on local athletics, the search for McDowell High School's next boys basketball coach, upcoming baseball action across the region, community sports events, and much more from around Western North Carolina.

This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly and Jay Alverson take a deep dive into the world of high school football with special guest Nick Gosling, offensive line coach at South Mecklenburg High School. Gosling shares insights on coaching today's athletes, balancing the demands of teaching and football, building strong team culture, and serving as a mentor for young players both on and off the field.

The conversation also touches on recruiting, player development, leadership, and what it takes to succeed in one of the most demanding roles in sports. Plus, more discussion on prep sports, coaching philosophies, and the ever-changing landscape of high school athletics.

This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly welcomes Gary Ayers, the Voice of the Western Carolina Catamounts, to discuss the state of Catamount athletics, the transfer portal, spring football, and the challenges facing mid-major programs in today's college sports landscape.

The crew also dives into the NCAA Tournament and Final Four storylines with Brian Franklin, breaks down the latest college basketball news, and looks ahead to championship weekend.

Plus, Braves baseball, high school sports updates from around Western North Carolina, recruiting news, local athletics coverage, ticket giveaways, and much more. It's another packed edition of sports talk from the mountains to the national stage.

The Sports Huddle returns with another packed show! Chris Kelly welcomes Western Carolina play-by-play voice Gary Ayers for an in-depth conversation about Catamount football, basketball, the transfer portal, spring practice, and the future of Western Carolina athletics. Plus, Gary shares stories from his broadcasting career and championship martial arts days.

Later, Brian Franklin joins the studio to break down the NCAA Tournament, analyze the dramatic road to the Final Four, discuss UConn, Arizona, Illinois, and Michigan, and make championship predictions. The crew also previews the Women's Final Four, talks Atlanta Braves baseball, local sports headlines, and gives away tickets to upcoming events.

From college hoops and football to MLB and local sports, it's another action-packed edition of The Sports Huddle.

🎙️ The Sports Huddle is back with another packed edition featuring Chris Kelly and the Sports Huddle team as they break down the biggest stories from around the sports world.

In this episode:

🏀 College Basketball Headlines

⚾ Baseball Season Arrives

🏈 Football Talk

🏃 Local & Regional Sports

Featuring contributions and analysis from Stan Pamfilis, Jay Alverson, Chuck Robinson, Bruce Ollis, Brian Franklin, and the Sports Huddle team.

Whether you're a fan of college hoops, Braves baseball, NFL football, or local sports across the Carolinas, there's plenty to huddle up about in this week's show.

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🏈🏀⚾ Welcome to the debut episode of the Sports Huddle Podcast!

Host Chris Kelly kicks off the very first edition of the Sports Huddle as the show expands across Western North Carolina and beyond. In this packed premiere episode, Chris is joined by longtime sports insider Stan Pamfilis, legendary football coach Bruce Ollis, and McDowell basketball coach Brian Franklin for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest stories in sports.

Topics include:

Whether you're a fan of college basketball, football, baseball, or local sports across the Carolinas, this inaugural episode has something for everyone.

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🎙️ Sports Huddle Podcast – Episode 1: March Madness, Braves Baseball & Stories from the Sidelines

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