Viking 360

Our podcast celebrates its 100th episode this week with the announcement of a special prize giveaway.

Football guests are Viking senior Elijah Miller, Buckhannon-Upshur Head Coach Zach Davis, and the 'Voice of the Ironton Tigers,' Ripley grad Jason Philyaw discusses his Friday night thriller.

Plus, Brianna Hudson talks volleyball, Haleigh McCune talks cross country and Nic Hill talks soccer.

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Viking Football travels to West Virginia's Northern Panhandle on Friday to meet the Brooke Bruins.

We'll hear from offensive coordinator Ryan Simon and two Vikings who are doing double duty. Jacob Torres and Carter Thacker play football and play in the Viking Marching Band.

Kevin Elias is the 'Voice of the Bruins.' He was a high school senior when the Vikings and Bruins first met on the football field, as was Rod Lanham.

Coach Brenda Moore talks about her Lady Viking volleyball team getting the season started. 

Ripley grad Josh Jarrell talks Viking soccer as the sport celebrates its 30th anniversary.

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Ellie Hosaflook is among the top-ranked cross country runners in West Virginia.  Katy Lawrence does her kicking for the Viking football team and Lady Viking soccer team. 

Hunter Cestaric says his background in athletics well-prepared him for his current assignment in England with the Air Force. Former soccer player Ross Felty's career has landed him in Dublin, Ireland.

The pre-season is winding down for Steve Sayre and the Vikings. We spoke with the head coach, signal caller Ty Stephens and Joe Linville of Scott Skyhawk Sports, this week's scrimmage opposition.

And the Viking cheerleaders introduce themselves, too.

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This episode of Viking 360 has several interesting features.

Anthony Jarvis talks about playing baseball in Russia. Paul Woodrum reflects on the early years of Viking soccer. Former Viking XC runner Preston Whitney discusses his eventful year. 

Lady Viking soccer coach Jay Pierson talks about the team's successful scrimmage game. Ripley running back Joey Ramsey looks ahead to his junior season.

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Viking 360 is back.

This week's podcast features football defensive coordinator Shane Casto, new head boys basketball coach Derek Mullins, pro baseball player Christopher Jordan, A-B volleyball player Ella Casto and Viking cross country runner Chase Pepper.

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Episode 95 serves as the 2020-21 school year finale.

Former Viking baseball player Anthony Jarvis talks about his upcoming road trip to Russia.

Ripley football Coach Steve Sayre is fired up about the upcoming season. 

In soccer news, Ripley grad Mackenzie Gillispie is up for a collegiate honor and Victor Boyce says Viking soccer will pay tribute to its 30-year history.

Basketball coaches John Kennedy and Luke Parsons have big plans for the summer.

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Ripley's softball season came to a close in the regional finals. We'll hear from Lady Viking senior catcher Grace Walsh.

The Viking track teams are jumping for joy following the Triple A State Meet. Junior long jumper Tori Fisher, freshman pole vaulter Mya Phalen and junior high jumper Jake Harvey talk about their leaps.

Three Ripley grads are suiting up for this weekend's North-South All-Star Football Game. Quinton Joyner, Matthew Moore II and Kadin Hall are playing for the South Cardinals.

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Ripley's track teams are competing in the Triple A State Meet on Saturday in Charleston. We spoke with qualifiers Tori Fisher, Mia Casto and Jacob Banton. Coach Krystle Cunningham offers a message.

Cassidy Cummings, who plays 3rd base, and Bobby Ratliff, the statistician for the Lady Vikes, talk about softball as the team preps for Monday's regional competition.

Viking baseball mentor Shane Casto shares his thoughts on the just-completed season.

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Lady Viking softball is in the driver's seat in the Triple A sectional tournament. A reason why has been Elli Hershey's play in full gear.

Brett Haskins had some "catching up" to do in baseball. The Viking junior has been making things happen at the plate on offense and behind the plate on defense. Senior Sam Carpenter has been a versatile utility player and academic standout.

Ripley track has been prepping for Friday's Class AAA regional meet. Lady Viking Aurora Huffman is helping the team clear a few hurdles. Viking thrower Frankie Winter offers a discus discussion.

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It's time for the 'second season.' Ripley's softball, baseball and track teams are heading into post-season play in the coming week.

We'll hear from softball mentor Ken Swisher, baseball player Kaleb Swisher, and track runners Noah Kessell and Joey Ramsey.

Two Viking grads are on the podcast. Duke Gandee's baseball team at Ripley Middle wrapped up an unbeaten season. Josh Whitlock is a for WV Player of the Year who was part of a state championship team and played pro baseball.

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