NewsRadio 840WHAS Sports Wake-Up!

Both LouCity and Racing Louisville made back to back appearances on national TV this week with more on the way.  Just how big is soccer getting in Louisville?  Scott Fitzgerald & Jeff Milby take a look at the state of both clubs in this week's edition of "Footy Talk In Louisville"! 

It's 2024 and sports uniforms are big business, especially helments.  On TikTok is Tom Helmer (@hookedonhelmets) who is the end all be all when it comes to the history of some of the NFL's most iconic helmets.  He took some time to talk with Scott Fitzgerald with some interesting facts about some of the NFL's most recognizable lids! 

This just in, people in the media have interests outside what they do for work.  You hear him on your morning drive with Tony Cruise on NewsRadio 840WHAS and when when he's not talking weather he's probably talking baseball!   Matt is a HUGE baseball fan and sits down with Scott Fitzgerald to talk all things MLB!  

WIth a big win over Detroit this week, has LouCity made a statement to the rest of the league and is the tide turning for Racing Louisville?  Plus, the US Women's National Team, where are they heading toward Paris?  It's all in this edition of "Footy Talk in Louisville" with Scott Fitzgerald and radio voice of all things soccer in Louisville Jeff Milby! 

Tonight's NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 has a local connection.  Scott Fitzgerald paid tribute during Kentuckiana's Saturday Morning news.  

After a record breaking season, 2nd ranked Kentucky took it on the chin in the 1st game of the SEC tournament in Hoover Alabama.  Scott Fitzgerald spent some time with baseball voice of the Cats Darren Headrick how special this season has been.

With the PGA Championship in town, both Racing Louisville and LouCity are on the road looking to answer a couple of questions.  (1) How good is LouCity & (2) What will it take for Racing Louisville to get over?  Scott Fitzgerald and radio voice of both clubs Jeff Milby break it down.  

Odds are changing at the Preakness today.  Earlier this morning on Kentuckiana's Saturday Morning News, Scott Fitzgerald checked in with WBAL's Scott Wykoff who is at the track with the latest on the odds and Bob Baffert's entry.

If you're scrambling to find that perfect Mother's Day gift, it might be simpler than you think.  Dr. Charles Pemberton joined Scott Fitzgerald this morning as we learned we may be overlooking the most important gift we can give. 

Some are calling it a real time portal as people in Dublin, Ireland and New York City are able to look in on each other in real time.  Niamh Hassell, is with RTE Radio and joined Scott Fitzgerald outside the portal to talk about it's popularity and get a look at how something like this works! 

So you're betting the Derby?  First time or vet, you'll want to hear what Bet The Board Podcast host Todd Furhman has to say as he joined Scott Fitzgerald during our Kentucky Derby coverage today! 

When you celebrate Kentucky, you celebrate horses and....bourbon!  Eric Gregory, President of the Kentucky Distillers Association and knows a thing or two about our signature industry.  He joins Scott Fitzgerald with a look at the state of the craft in 2024 and offers his favorite way to enjoy (responsibly).   

Both Racing Louisville and LouCity are in action at nearly the same time with a lot on the line early on, plus some unique circumstances for Racing!  Scott Fitzgerald & Jeff Milby break down today's action in "Footy Talk in Louisville"!  Headed to Racing V. Utah?  Know before you go! 

With so much soccer excitment brewing in Louisville to start the new season, both LouCity and Racing Louisville have chance to overcome shortcomings this week.  Scott Fitzgerald and radio voice of LouCity & Racing Louisville Jeff Milby breadown this week in "Footy Talk in Louisville"

For the first time ever LouCity will appear on national TV (CBS), on final four weekend mind you as they look to remain undefeated to open the new season.  Also this week, Racing Louisville as a week off before they can make a statement next week.  Scott Fitzgerald and radio voice of LouCity Jeff Milby break down what's in play on this edition of "Footy Talk in Louisville"

On this Easter, the holiest of cities, the Old City of Jerusalem looks vastly different as the war in Gaza continues.  Scott Fitzgerald took time to talk with ABC News' Jordanna Miller who is based in Jerusalem about what life is like during the holy season. 

Both Racing Louisville and LouCity are in play this weekend!  Radio voice of Racing Louisville & LouCity Jeff Milby and NewsRadio 840's Scott Fitzgerald are back for a second season of "Footy Talk in Louisville" with a preview ot today's matches and a look back at last week.  Also, some new young talent coming to LouCity while Racing is bringing in more new faces.  

During his St. Patrick's season, we take a look at just how similar Kentucky is to the Emerald Isle with Ancient Order of Hibernian President John O'Dwyer!

Is college basketball at a crossroads? Scott Fitzgerald sits down with Bellarmine Men's basketball coach Scott Davenport who has some thoughts.

It was a great 2023 high school football season in Kentucky! NewsRadio 840WHAS and Kentucky Prep Gridiron.com have partnered up to bring you this year's small school and large school All-State teams! Scott Fitzgerald and Fletcher Long break it down in this year end special!

Dental implants, are they right for you? And with the holidays coming up, are you putting off that much needed dental work that will probably flare up as soon as you sit down to that holiday meal? Dr. Deb Shoemaker and Dr. Pat Carroll join Scott Fitzgerald with some helpful advice on what you could be doing now to ensure you're not looking for a dentist over the holidays!

The Kentucky state high school football championships are set! Fletcher Long with Kentucky Prep Gridiron.com and Scott Fitzgerald take a look at the games last night and look ahead to this week's championship games. Additionally there a couple of players who stood out the most this year state-wide this year. Who are they? Give a listen!

There are just four teams left in each class of the Kentucky State High School Football playoffs as the road to Lexington rolls on! Last night there were convincing wins and some upsets. It all gets real now! Scott Fitzgerald, along with Kentucky Prep Gridiron's Fletcher Long, take a look around the state at last night's action and give some WAY to early predictions for next week!

Scott Fitzgerald, together with Kentucky Prep Gridiron.com's Fletcher Long take a whip around the state as the Kentucky state high school football playoffs are down to 8 teams. Some surprises? Some not so suprising? Who has the best chance to advance to the final four? Fletch and Scott break it down!

It was opening night in the Kentucky high school football playoffs and Scott Fitzgerald with Kentucky Prep Gridiron's Fletcher Long take a whip around the state and feature a special guest, eight time state champion head coach at Belfry, Philip Haywood!