A-Train Sports Talk

In this episode I talk with Karon Bradley about a variety of things transfer portal, TBT, coaching and much more. Karon is head coach of the AfterShocks, founder of Youth Basketball Association. www. YouthBA.com. Played at Marquette University alongside Dewayne Wade and went to a Final Four and transferred to Wichita State where he helped lead them to a sweet 16. Also I had the pleasure of talking...

In this episode I look at the stalemate between the WNBA and Kelly Loeffler and also take a look at what experts say NBA players should do with this power. And looking at MLB's first foray into social justice activism was a disorganized mess and that made it perfect. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

In this episode the NBA decides to postpone games as a form of protest and most likely tomorrow's nights game are postponed as well and maybe the season is over as we know it. The WNBA also postponed it's games as well. Marcus Morris Sr. defends himself by saying "a dirty player I am not." Also we take a look back to when Gary Payton was a rookie. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti...

As America deals with the ongoing pandemic and a crippling economy and the RNC talking about fear the sports world is speaking out on another senseless police killing. Aaron Rogers said it like this "Unless there's change in the current system there won't be change." LeBron James said as a black man, black woman, black children "We're scared." And Doc Rivers and others had something to say as well...

The 1985 NBA draft class was undoubtedly loaded with some talent and future H.O.F. players and yet after it's all been played out you wonder how did certain players get drafted where they were. I saw Xavier McDaniel dominate Benoit Benjamin in college yet Benjamin gets drafted 3rd one spot above McDaniel. Or how about Patrick Ewing only plays 50 games his rookie season yet wins R.O.Y. award when m...

In the episode I'll give you look at what came of the decision to cancel fall sports in the state of Kansas. That also includes USD259 after earlier in the week it looked like it could've happened. Then there's still that possibility College Football might not happen and maybe that's what we deserve. And where would you rank Wilt "The Stilt" Chamberlain among The GOAT --- Support this podcast: htt...

In this episode I will look at the MLB telling Trevor Bauer not to wear his "Joe Kelley" cleats. Also a Cincinnati broadcaster uses an anti-gay slur and apologizes and leaves the booth. Could the NFL end up playing in an bubble environment for the post season and a look at scores in the NBA as well as injury updates --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/...

Ohio State QB Justin Fields starts a petition and brings up some valid points. Then in an interview with Keshawn Johnson and Jay Williams we find out the motive isn't just about him but for the love of the game and for the players as well. Also a Jacksonville Jaguars retires. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

In this episode I take a look at why Nebraska and Arkansas may be a better fit for the BigXll and two schools have decided it's time to renew our rivalry on the basketball court but let's start with an NCAA sanctioned charity game. The BigXll decides to play fall ball while other conference namely Big10 parents (Iowa & Ohio State) wants to know why our boys can't play and want answers. #LetUsP...

Big10 decided on this day 08/11/2020 to postpone all fall sports which include football and will now turn it's attention to the spring while the Pac-12 has decided to postpone all fall sports and men and women's basketball untill after the first of the year while the SEC and ACC has said our plans have not changed leaving us to wait for the BigXII while in the midst of a high profile school looses...

The closer we get to the college football season the more and more it looks like there will be no season. Draymond Green is a little slimmer with $50k less in his wallet for tampering and Philly is looking at life without Ben Simmons. Also what team is the biggest obstacle for the Milwaukee Bucks. One player thanks it's "Ourselves" and states a valid point and who do you think is the NFL's top 10...

In this episode I look at the MAC's decision to postpone the 2020 season for football and other fall sports and what this could mean for the season since this is the first FBS conference to cancel it's season in addition I also take a look at K-State defensive back Johnathan Alexander's decision to opt out of the 2020 football season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...

Purdue guard Nojel Eastern transfers to Howard giving them two high profile athletes for there basketball program. And seeing how much money is being passed around at one school (Alabama) should more African-Americans 5 star athletes consider an HBCU as opposed to a PWI. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

Grateful to have my guest James McAllister host of From The Stache Podcast. Our topic of discussion was open discussion about a variety of topics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

A wrap of the CFB Preview as it pertains to the American Athletic Conference as I look at Tulsa, Tulane, East Carolina, and South Florida. Then a brief look at scores from the NBA today and my final thoughts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

In the episode we look at life in 1918 as it relates to football and the effects that football face during WW1 and a pandemic. And now that loud voice you hear is coming from a group of Pac-12 football players who are willing to sit out unless a list of demands are met stemming from healthcare beyond college playing days to knowing that measures will be met if they play during the season of a pand...

In this episode a look at the SEC's decision to go to conference only games thus becoming the fourth Power 5 conference this month to alter it's schedule joining the Big Ten, Pac-12, and ACC. In my College football preview a look at four teams from the AAC Temple, Navy, SMU, and Houston. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

In this episode I look briefly at the return of Dexter Dennis and what this means for Wichita State and also my College Football Preview and in this episode I look at the AAC's Memphis Tigers and the UCF Knights. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

In this episode I'll be looking at the affect that Coronavirus is having on HBCU schools and to some point the how it's affecting the bottom dollar for both school and students. With the decision to postpone fall sports several football players of importance have decided to enter the transfer portal or declare for the NFL. The players to watch OT Calvin Ashley of FAMU 6'6 335, declared for the dra...

In this episode I'll be looking at college footballs High Fives breaking down the 2020 college football season with five possible answers each to five big questions entering the fall such as impact transfer quarterbacks first time playoff threats and coaches on the spot. In addition a look at the AAC and can they extend there streak of New Year's Six bowl game. Enjoy the podcast. Leave a comment t...

In this episode we see sparks fly on twitter as we might see kneeling for the anthem in the NBA as Dallas Mavericks owner Marc Cuban said he will support his players in "Whatever." And what seems to be a growing trend in HBCU sports the SWAC/MEAC have as of today suspended fall sports due to COVID-19. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

In this episode me and Rick had a radio moment talking about what college football could be like in addition to some NFL talk even a little plug for golf and Tiger Woods and his back to back birdies. Also the saga that is Dak and The Jones's and what could happen in the future. Also a shout out to Alicia Broomfield and her Bounce Quest bounce houses. Hit her up alicia@bouncquest.com or (316)247-25...

In this episode I'll be talking about the Washington Football franchise and the issues they have beyond the changing of the name and what this could mean for Daniel Snyder and Dak being a tagged man and where he may possibly land if he hits the free agent market. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support

This episode I talk with a good friend of mines that I've had the opportunity to work with even had his on brand OTM which stood for On The Marks with Jason Marks. We talked about a variety of things pandemic and how it's shaping the sports landscape and why these P5 conference are pushing for a football season to the Washington football team changing it's name. Enjoy. --- Support this podcast: ht...

An interview with Northwest High School football coach Steve Martin on how he's got his start and what was it like to follow a legend. Also the Zion Williamson legal saga continues. And Dukes David Cutcliffe is in favor of conference --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support