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The Sound Off on Sports crew writes "thank you" notes for the last couple weeks of high school basketball in the 15th Region. They also share their thoughts on having the regional tournament played in a high school gymnasium again, the new super regional format and the history which was made when Lawrence County won the boys' tournament without winning a single district game or being...

Talking about leadership... Rick Pitino congratulated "cap" Mark Pope on his win over Tennessee this week. Who's your favorite/best native son that's played for the Wildcats? How. many high school players from Floyd County have suited up for the Wildcats? You would be surprised. New leadership at the helm of Floyd Central Football. Some 58th District teams are searching for leade...

Is the Kentucky Wildcats basketball season on the brink? What has to change for Mark Pope's team? The 58th District seeding is coming down to a handful of matchups. What scenarios can happen? If you could choose a sports figure to have a 'redo', who would you choose?

Our crew discusses the impact of the losses of former Allen Central girls' basketball coach Bonita Compton and legendary Belfry football coach Philip Haywood and their lasting legacies on their communities. Also, a decision an 11-year has to make over a one-of-a-kind baseball card and the impact of pro-style basketball on the local high school level.

Do you refer to your favorite sports team as, "we?" Is it proper to say, "we" or "they", when you are referring to a team you don't actually play on? Where do you draw the line? The guys also take a look at the 15th region boys' and girls' teams at the halfway point of the high school basketball season. How many losses with the eventual SEC basketball cham...

Returning from an extensive tour of Scandinavia and the sub-continent, all member of the Sound Off on Sports panel were back in studio discussing the state of sports both nationally and locally.

Kentucky men's basketball coach Mark Pope gave Cat fans something they've been dreaming of for nearly a decade and that was winning a relevant game on a national stage with a modern style of basketball complete with in-game adjustments as the Wildcats defeated Duke in the Champions Classic. On a local level, Floyd Central football coach Shawn Hager announces he is stepping away from the sidelines....

We were invited to attend Betsy Layne High School media day for the girls' basketball program and we were more than happy to come since free pizza was involved! Head coach Kory Thacker enters his third season leading the Lady Cats as they look to take the next step in building back the proud winning tradition of Betsy Layne basketball. We also spoke to some players about their expectations.

Although you can't see them on the podcast version, the guys all dressed the part for Halloween this week. World Series has been entertaining... Has Stoops just lost his passion for Kentucky football? UK basketball ready for the regular season. High School Football regular season ends this Friday... Will Prestonsburg run their record to (10-0)?

It's the podcast you follow and love to watch or listen to, while never admitting you do! We love you anyway. We find out that everyone has it in for Betsy Layne athletics apparently. Prestonsburg sees perfection in sight, yet can't fall for a trap game on the road this Friday in Hindman. Floyd Central will honor 13 seniors in what's been a tough season of football. Worst World Series ever coming?...

The gang returns full of nostalgia about the return of Rick Pitino to Kentucky Basketball's Big Blue Madness event, while Jamey has a different take on why Coach P was in Lexington. Mark Stoops and the Wildcats stump their toe against Vandy on self-inflicted penalties. High School Football is full-long into district play with a rivalry game this week between father and son as Floyd Central and Pre...

There's a little bit of Pete in all of us... As Reds baseball fans, Pete Rose was ours; loved and accepted no matter what. The guys also dive into the MLB baseball postseason and recap last week's rivalry game between Betsy Layne and Prestonsburg. District football begins this weekend, how will the Bobcats, Blackcats and Floyd Central Jaguars fair?

You play under those Friday Night Lights to celebrate those Alumni Nights down the road. Floyd Central High School will host Alumni Night as players from old Wheelwright, Allen Central and South Floyd High Schools will be in attendance. The Jaguars will host Betsy Layne in what our WMDJ sports guys call, "The 680 Series". Prestonsburg rolls undefeated for another week. Will Prestonsburg...

In "Remember the Titans" Herman Boone said football was supposed to be fun. It's not been fun for everyone. Just ask Mark Stoops and the Kentucky Wildcats. Or maybe the Bengals and Browns fanbases? Some of our high school teams are having fun like Betsy Layne and Prestonsburg. Our sports guys do a temperature check of all area teams heading into Friday the 13th of football. Are teams...

Week 1 impressions from the high school landscape in the mountains. Will Floyd Central make adjustments this week against Leslie County? How does Leslie County respond after a controversial loss to Prestonsburg? Is the pride back in Blackcat football? And why don't we try to have an event similar to festivities of the Pike County Bowl here in Floyd County?

The guys return with a complete preview of the upcoming High School Football season involving Betsy Layne, Floyd Central and Prestonsburg. Will Betsy Layne take the next step as a program and reach a regional final? Can Floyd Central compete for a district title? Will Prestonsburg's young and hungry coach transform the program? Also, how much is too much when it comes to charging admission int...

It's the Season Finale of Season 3 for the guys as they recap the high school basketball season in the 15th region. Congratulations to Magoffin County winning at the Boys' Sweet 16 to reach the Elite 8. Turning the page to next season with changes looming for high school baseball and football on the horizon and predictions for the upcoming fall/winter sports season 2024-25.

The guys give a complete breakdown on how the upcoming Super-Regional Tournament will play out based on current seeding of 15th region teams in their districts in a hypothetical scenario. Also, a preview of next week's 58th District Tournament at Prestonsburg Fieldhouse. KHSAA proposed realignment ideas on how to place all Floyd County schools in one district rather than fractured.

Three of our four guys spend Valentine's talking sports... One is still figuring out the nuances of Valentine's Day in a marriage. Super Bowl reaction and the big business of the NFL. Blind comparison of 3 major college basketball programs and where they stand in the court of public opinion. 15th region high school basketball discussion. Sweet 16 pairings. Pikeville's girls challenge t...

Parents are always asking, "Why don't my baby get to play?" They'll bad mouth a coach and talk to anyone that will listen, rather than ask their son or daughter, "Why aren't you getting to play?" The sports culture in Floyd County needs to change because at the moment, it's complacent. Where does the change begin? It starts with understanding why your baby isn&#...

The guys are back in studio after being snowed in, entertaining the Cincinnati Reds and covering wall-to-wall basketball games around the 15th region. Bunch of anti-heroes talking about Taylor, Travis, State All "A" Classic, 15th region basketball and the search for a new football coach at Prestonsburg High School.

The guys give out mid-term grades for the boys' basketball teams in the 58th District for Lawrence County, Betsy Layne, Prestonsburg and Floyd Central. Also, Prestonsburg is searching for a new head football coach. Who are some possible candidates?

Two takeaways from the CFP and Bowl season: the committee got it right and something has to be done to stop early opt-outs. The key is moving the date for the opening of the transfer portal. High School Basketball scene in the 15th region is as even as it's ever been in years on the boys' side as we're at the halfway point of the season.

It's Sports Festivus and time to air out your sports grievances... Also, Santa told the guys what the basketball coaches at Betsy Layne, Floyd Central and Prestonsburg have asked for this Christmas. Merry Christmas from the Sound Off on Sports Podcast!

The KHSAA all-time leading scorer in boys' basketball Travis Perry of Lyon County is coming to the home of the player who's record he shattered - "King" Kelly Coleman. Perry and Lyon County are traveling across time zones and over 300 miles to play in historic Wayland Gym this Saturday and the guys discuss why fans need to appreciate Perry for his talent and ability rather than c...