The Monarchists

Monarch Nation, this was a must-listen episode of The Monarchists Basketball Show. Head Coach Mike Jones joins Aaron and Mike for a deep, honest breakdown of the week that was—what went wrong against ULM, how the team responded against Ohio, and why the next three games inside Chartway Arena will define the stretch run. Coach Jones takes you inside: - The emotional hangover from the road trip - A...

CB, Gary and Coach Finny preview the season opening series with Quinnipiac this weekend. We've got an update, and photos, of the outfield seats, plus the weekend rotation. Bailey Matela and Kellen Davis hop on to talk dugout chatter and how they are getting ready for this weekend.

Five straight conference championships. Six straight NCAA Tournaments. And somehow… that still isn’t enough for Dom Manilla 😤🎾 Dom is BACK on The Monarchists Podcast, and as always, it’s equal parts laughs, wisdom, brag-worthy success, and a masterclass in what Old Dominion Women’s Tennis has become. We wrap up another dominant season, dive into recruiting at an elite level, talk pro Monarchs co...

This week we preview the hitters and get a glimpse of the opening day batting order with Coach Finny. Scotty Young and Zach Leite join us to talk all things ODU Baseball

The 2026 season premier of Hudson Homers! Coach Finwood gives us a preview of the rotation and bullpen, including two of the three weekend starters. ODU all-time saves leader John Holobetz joins us from Red Sox camp in Fort Myers to talk about his impressive first season of Minor league ball.

A special edition of Hudson Homers from Step Up to the Plate. The guys catch up with a few returners and some new faces who will play big roles in 2026. Stay tuned as Hudson Homers ramps up with preview episodes starting next week!

The Monarchists Basketball Show is back with Head Coach Mike Jones as Old Dominion wraps up a critical road trip and turns the page toward two huge home games at Chartway Arena. We break down the heartbreaker at Georgia Southern, the gritty win at App State, and what Coach Jones learned about his team’s growth, toughness, and maturity along the way. The conversation highlights Jordan Battle’s elec...

Old Dominion Basketball Head Coach Mike Jones joins The Monarchists Basketball Show to break down a pivotal Sun Belt road trip, highlight standout performances, and dive deep into what it will take for the Monarchs to stay in the thick of the conference race. Coach Jones walks us through: -The defensive tone-setting win at Coastal Carolina -Robert Davis Jr.’s bounce-back performance and leadership...

Old Dominion Basketball Head Coach Mike Jones joins The Monarchists Basketball Show for an honest, in-depth conversation about where the Monarchs stand as Sun Belt play heats up. Coach Jones breaks down the challenges of a tough non-conference schedule, early-game struggles, offensive flow, defensive execution, rebounding analytics, lineup decisions, and the leadership emerging inside the locker r...

The fellas recap Old Dominion Football's 24 to 10 victory over South Florida Bulls in the Cure Bowl, discuss the trip to Orlando and all the bowl game festivities. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Welcome 00:26 Recap of Orlando Trip and Bowl Game 00:58 Special Guest: Justice's Take on the Game 02:16 Interview with Cure Bowl MVP Quinn Henicle 04:43 Travel Woes and Comfort Plus Experience 07...

The fellas are joined by Justice of the G5 Hive to preview the Cure Bowl against the USF Bulls and after the break Mike talks with Head Coach Ricky Rahne about the season, his contract extension, the game and more. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Bowl Week Excitement 01:03 Game Preview: Old Dominion vs. South Florida 04:11 Coaching Changes and Their Impact 05:52 Quarterback Spotlight: Gaston Moor...

The fellas are joined by Justice of the G5 Hive to discuss their favorite moments of the season, the bowl game in Orlando, signing day, Sun Belt Football coaching changes and more. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:57 Recap of the Georgia State Game 05:21 Season Overview and Reflections 11:31 Favorite Moments of the Season 20:07 Bowl Season 35:23 Coaching Changes Across the League 39:30 Old Dominion...

CB, Gary and Coach Finny recap Signing Day for ODU Baseball. We have stadium updates, including the configuration to start the season, along with a potential future home and home with an ACC opponent. Bryce Jones and Casey Gibbs join to give insight on their transition from player to coach.

🏈 From QB to WR and Back: David Washington on ODU Football, Leadership, and Legacy | The Monarchists Podcast David Washington made history at Old Dominion University — the only quarterback in Monarch history to win a bowl game, the last to lead ODU to a 10-win season, and the definition of a true team-first leader. In this episode, David joins Mike and Aaron to share his story — from his recruitm...

Monarch Nation, we’re back with another episode of The Monarchists Basketball Show featuring Old Dominion Head Coach Mike Jones! In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Coach Jones opens up about the team’s growth since the early-season road trip — and the fellas don’t hold back. We ask Coach some tough, honest questions about the struggles, lapses, and inconsistencies the Monarchs have show...

In this episode, the fellas are joined by Justice of the G5 Hive. We celebrate Old Dominion Football's 45-10 victory over Georgia Southern: discussing the team's impressive performance, including standout players like Devin Roche, Bull Hargrove, and Trequan Jones. They delve into statistical highlights and the significance of the victory for the program. The episode also previews the upcoming game...

In this episode, Mike and Aaron recap Old Dominion Football's resounding 33 to 0 win over Troy on national television and preview the trip to Statesboro to take on the Eagles of Georgia Southern. They also analyze key matchups, Georgia Southern's offensive and defensive analytics, standout players, and potential path to victory. Get prepared for kickoff with this episode. Go Monarchs! Chapters: 00...

In this episode, Mike and Aaron are joined by Justice of the G5 Hive to provide a comprehensive preview of Old Dominion University’s upcoming football game against Troy at SB Ballard Stadium. Additionally, they discuss significant updates such as the absorption of the Pride of ODU by Old Dominion Athletics and the Athletic Foundation. The trio delve into various pre-game festivities including a li...

n the Lion’s Den - S2EP06 ft. Tennant McVea | ODU Men’s Soccer Coach on Tournament Push & Kentucky Battle Old Dominion Men’s Soccer Head Coach Tennant McVea joins Aaron and Mike to break down a huge week for the Monarchs — from the rivalry draw at JMU to a gritty comeback vs. #18 Kentucky that sealed their spot in the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. Coach McVea opens up about ODU’s resilience,...

Old Dominion Hall of Famer Thomas DeMarco joins The Monarchists Podcast to take a trip down memory lane — from his recruitment to ODU’s first-ever football team, to that unforgettable first touchdown, comeback wins, the bond among the original Monarchs, and his post-football life. DeMarco opens up about the challenges of starting a brand-new program, his time in the CFL, lessons learned as a stude...

Mike is joined by Justice of the G5 Hive to recap ODU Football's trip to Monroe, Louisiana, where they beat the Warhawks 31 to 6, moving their record to 6-3 on the year and securing bowl eligibility.

The Monarchists Basketball Show is back! Coach Mike Jones joins Mike and Aaron to break down the Old Dominion University Men’s Basketball program as the season tips off. Coach Jones shares insights from the Costa Rica trip, talks about the team’s depth and personality, reveals what he learned from the exhibition vs. Hampton, and previews the upcoming matchup with Miami (OH). He dives into the deve...

CB, Coach Finwood and Gary are joined by Brandon Pond and Ryne Moore to catch you up on all things ODU Baseball. We've got stadium construction updates, recruiting information and more!

Welcome back to In the Lion’s Den! 🦁 In this episode, the fellas sit down with Head Coach Tennant McVea to talk about the Monarchs’ late-season push, defensive improvements, key matchups against ranked opponents, and what lies ahead in the fight for the Sun Belt Tournament. Coach McVea opens up about locker room conversations that sparked the team’s turnaround, the tactical adjustments that stabi...

Monarch Nation — it’s another Victory Sunday! Old Dominion takes down App State 24–21, and Mike, Aaron, and special guest Scott Jackson (ODU alum, radio host, and TV voice of ODU Football & Basketball on ESPN+) break down every moment of the win — the highs, the frustrations, and what it means for the season ahead. Then, the crew looks ahead to ODU’s road trip to Monroe to take on ULM, discuss...