On The Record with Rick Horrow

Rick Horrow interviews Brandon Hornback, a former World No. 1 professional rock climber, to discuss his journey from elite athletics to high finance. Hornback shares how he discovered climbing, the sport's evolution and commercial future as a spectator property, and how the discipline of competition prepared him for a career in investment banking. 

Rick Horrow sits down with Michael Alford, Director of Athletics and Vice President at Florida State University, for a deep dive into the fast-evolving world of college sports. Alford shares his career journey from professional sports to leading one of the nation's top athletic departments, explains how his pro-level experience shapes his approach at FSU, and breaks down the current state of Divis...

In this episode of On The Record, Rick Horrow sits down with Christian Devaux, co-founder of World Chase Tag, to explore how a simple childhood game evolved into one of the fastest-growing global sports. Devaux shares the story behind building the brand, navigating international media deals, and turning parkour-inspired athleticism into a professional competition watched by millions. 

At SEICon 2025, Rick Horrow sat down with Shani Coleman to discuss the evolution of Clark County as a hotbed for economic development, especially for sports. Shani Coleman is the Director of Community and Economic Development for Clark County Office of Community & Development in Nevada, bringing over 20 years of experience in strategoc planning, economic development, and marketing. She leads to ef...

This week On The Record. "The Sports Professor" Rick Horrow discusses the biggest news in Sports Business, including the Dodgers' Pennant Run, UF moving on from Napier, and what to look for next in the $1.3 Trillion Dollar Business of Sports!

This week On The Record, "The Sports Professor" Rick Horrow breaks down the top issues from the past week in the $1.3 Trillion Dollar Business of Sports, including an attendance record in boxing, privately funded Stadium plans, and more!

At SEICon 2025, four of the most influential voices in public/private partnerships took the stage for dynamic keynote panel exploring the future of sports, entertainment, and urban development. Steve Hill, President/CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, Marc Badain, President of the Athletics, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt, and Rick Horrow, Chairman of the Horrow Sports Ventures...

At SEICON 2025, "The Sports Professor" Rick Horrow interviews women's sports leader, Cindy Sisson. Sisson is a trailblazing sports marketing executive and Executive Director of Women in Motorsports North America, known for raising over $60 million in sponsorships and pioneering opportunities for women across motorsports.

This week, Rick Horrow sits down with Derrick Mayes. Mayes is a former NFL wide receiver and Super Bowl Champion. He currently serves as the CEO of JumpShot Inc. and Senior VP of Corporate Development. 

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor Rick Horrow sits down with  the Mayor of Oklahoma City, David Holt. Fresh off Oklahoma City's first NBA Championship, Horrow and Mayor Holt discuss the impact of sports on economic development, the growth of OKC, and what's next for the mayor. PLUS: Rick Horrow is back with the Opening Drive and Five to Watch in Sports Business after the interview!

Dr. Tywanna Smith is a former professional basketball player turned internationally recognized sports executive, author, and educator. A standout at Ole Miss, where she captained the women's basketball team and earned SEC Academic Honor Roll honors, Smith went on to play professionally in Europe, including stints in the Netherlands and Spain. After retiring from pro basketball, she transitioned in...

This week On The Record, Rick Horrow sits down with former NBA Great Danny Schayes. Schayes played 18 seasons in the NBA as a center, mostly for the Dever Nuggets. Today, he works in investment, hosts a sports radio show in Syracuse, and will be speaking at the 2nd annual SEICon conference in Las Vegas this July.

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor sits down with OKC Sports Development VP, Adam Wisniewski. They discuss the tremendous rise of Oklahoma City, NBA basketball in the city and the sports & tourism industry. PLUS: Rick Horrow breaks down Five Issues to Watch in Sports Business!

This week On The Record, Rick Horrow has CEO of RPS Academies Gabe Jaramillo on the show. Gabe Jaramillo is a renowned Tennis coach who has coached 11 world No. 1 players and 27 top-10 ATP/WTA stars. He is the founder of RPS Academies in Port St. Lucie Florida. PLUS: The Sports Professor covers the top issues in sports business!

This week On The Record, Rick Horrow has Charlie Kennerly on the show. Kennerly is a former Division 1 Golfer at Wake Forest University and a current Financial Analyst for Brookfield Asset Management. They discuss the evolving landscape of college athletics, his career path into finance, and more! PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down the business behind the most significant events in sports in t...

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor has executive Mike Robichaud on the show to discuss the $1.3 Trillion Dollar Business of Sports and where it's headed. PLUS: Horrow breaks down the biggest news in sports business in the Opening Drive and 5 to Watch!   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 2:11- Opening Drive 7:22 - Interview with Mike Robichaud 33:26- Five To Watch

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor hosts a panel featuring the dealmakers putting together SEICon II, a one-of-a-kind sports innovation conference that will push the industry forward in Las Vegas in July, 2025. This panel features Jay Vickers, COO of UNLV Sports Innovation, Jeremy S. Jordan, Dean of Falk College of Sport at Syracuse University, and Shawn Garrity, CEO of Circle/SEICon. 

This week On The Record, Rick Horrow has Milwaukee Bucks President Peter Feigin on the show. They dicuss the growth of the Milwaukee sports scene, how the Bucks collaborate with neighboring teams, and how they run a successful business in a small market compared to Big City Teams. PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down the latest news in Sports Business in the Opening Drive and 5 To Watch!

This week On The Record, Rick Horrow is joined by CEO of IndyCar, Mark Miles. They discuss his career path, the future of racing, and more unique insights into the life of executives in the sports industry! PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down the latest in sports business and what to look for next. Including LIV Golf, TKO Holdings Development, YouTube & The NFL, and more!

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor Rick Horrow has the first kicker in the NFL Hall of Fame, Jan Stenerud. They discuss Stenerud's unique upbringing coming from Norway as a ski jumper and ending up in the NFL. His pioneering technique and remarkable accuracy transformed how the position is played. 

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor has University of Miami AD Dan Radakovich on the show. They discuss the current landscape of college athletics, career insights, and more! PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down the top issues of the week and what to look for next in the business of sports! TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 - Opening Drive: NFL Draft Recap, Wrexham AFC Promotion, Player Bonuses, MSG...

This week On The Record, Rick Horrow has Blake Lawrence, co-founder of Opendorse, on the show. Opendorse is a leading platform for NIL and helping athletes monetize their personal brands, empowering over 125,000 athletes. PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down the latest in sports business, including the incredible journey of the Oklahoma City Thunder, F1, and the NHL's growth!

This week On The Record, Rick Horrow has Florida neighbor Ken Kennerly on the show. Kennerly is a veteran sports marketing executive renowned for elevating The Honda Classic into a premier PGA TOUR event and currently serves as Executive Director of the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational, a unique tournament featuring PGA Tour Champions professionals and Pro Football Hall of Famer...

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor is in Augusta, Georgia, for the 2025 Masters, PLUS a tremendous interview with the Savannah Bananas' founder Jesse Cole. They discuss the beginnings of the Bananas, how to make the ultimate fan experience, and what's next for baseball!

This week On The Record, The Sports Professor Rick Horrow has longtime friend Patrick Rooney Jr. on the show. Rooney Jr. served as a member of the Florida House of Representatives from 2010 to 2016. He is currently the President of the Palm Beach Kennel Club and serves as Vice Chair of the Health Care District of Palm Beach County. Rooney Jr. is also a member of the esteemed Rooney Family, known f...