In this special episode of The Play Is The Play, Violet Palmer is joined by her brother, Rod Palmer, for a conversation that blends family, perspective, and the game they both love.
In the Keepin’ It Real segment, Violet and Rod reflect on growing up in a sports family, the lessons they learned early, and how competition, accountability, and support shaped who they are today. They talk about how those shared experiences influence how Violet officiates and how Rod approaches the game from a coach’s perspective.
Then, in The Play Is The Play, Violet and Rod break down a flagrant foul situation, giving listeners a rare look at the same play through two lenses — officiating and coaching. Rod shares what coaches are looking for in those moments, while Violet explains how officials process intent, severity, and game management when making a flagrant decision.
Violet closes the episode with a Final Horn message about understanding perspectives, respecting the game, and communicating effectively — especially in high-stakes situations.