The Splitting Hares Podcast

In this episode of the Splitting Hares podcast, the hosts discuss the recent Jackrabbits football game, highlighting the team's performance, player contributions, and areas for improvement. They analyze the offensive and defensive strategies, emphasizing the importance of running the football downhill and the need for better third down efficiency. The conversation also touches on the impact of pen...

Summary In this episode of the Splitting Hares Podcast, the hosts reflect on their journey in podcasting and sports coverage for Jackrabbit football. They discuss the evolution of their media presence, the growth of the Jackrabbit community, and the excitement surrounding the upcoming game against UND. The conversation highlights the importance of fan engagement, the challenges faced by the teams,...

In this episode of the Splitting Hairs Podcast, the hosts discuss the recent rivalry game performance of South Dakota State, highlighting both defensive and offensive strategies. They analyze player performances, the importance of team maturity, and the upcoming game expectations. The conversation also touches on military appreciation and the significance of community support for the team. Takeawa...

In this episode of the Splitting Hairs podcast, the hosts discuss the recent performance of the South Dakota State football team, analyzing both the defensive and offensive aspects of their game. They reflect on the team's journey, the importance of preparation, and the need for creativity in offensive strategies. The conversation also touches on the upcoming matchup against USD, emphasizing the t...

In this episode of the Splitting Hairs podcast, the hosts discuss the upcoming Dakota Marker game between South Dakota State and North Dakota State. They analyze the teams' performances, the significance of the rivalry, and the key players to watch. The conversation delves into the strategies both teams will employ, particularly focusing on the quarterback play and the importance of the trenches....

In this episode of the Splitting Hairs podcast, Kyle discusses the recent performance of the Jacks football team, focusing on their game against the Panthers. The conversation covers the team's defensive strengths, key player performances, and cultural dynamics within the team. Kyle emphasizes the importance of effort and energy in football, highlighting how these factors contribute to the team's...

Summary In this episode, Kyle discusses the current state of the Jackrabbits football team, focusing on the importance of reducing penalties and turnovers. The conversation highlights player performances, the significance of momentum, and the challenges ahead in Valley play. Kyle emphasizes the need for a strong defensive strategy and effective offensive execution, particularly from the quarterbac...

In this episode of the Splitting Hares podcast, Kyle is joined by Cody Hazelett, a former player and current high school football coach. They discuss Cody's journey from playing at South Dakota State University to coaching at the high school level, the importance of bye weeks for team preparation, and the current state of the Jacks football program. The conversation delves into coaching philosophi...

In this episode of the Splitting Hares podcast, Kyle and Tolu Ogunrinde discuss the recent performance of the South Dakota State football team, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses. They delve into the importance of execution, team dynamics, and the need for players to step up as they prepare for upcoming games. The conversation covers offensive and defensive strategies, key players to watch,...

In this episode of the Splitting Hairs podcast, Kyle interviews Eric Ellingworth, a former college football player and current NFL scout. They discuss the evolving landscape of college football, including the impact of NIL, the importance of scouting players from lower divisions, and the culture of fandom in college sports. Eric shares insights on the differences in talent across regions, the sign...

In this conversation, Zach Zenner discusses his experience with media coverage throughout his football career, his decision to pivot away from a medical career, and the challenges he faced as a professional football player. He also talks about the importance of faith in his life and how it has guided his decisions. The conversation touches on the changing landscape of football and the access to re...

Kyle Sheehan and Grant Newell breakdown the upcoming matchup between the Jackrabbits and Cowboys in Stillwater. Grant Newell is a former FCS and FBS wide receiver who last played for Mike Gundy and the OSU Cowboys in 2016. In this episode Grant offers unique insights into the Cowboys program and gameday experience as a former player. They discuss the upcoming clash between the two squads as well a...

The guys discuss the clash between the top two seeds in the FCS Playoffs Bracket, as they meet in Frisco Texas on Sunday, January 7th, for the National Title. Tune in to learn how Stacker and Sheehan think this one will play out. Sponsors: Cottonwood Coffee & Bistro https://cottonwoodcoffee.com/ True North Retirement Team - (480)323-5801

The guys discuss some of the hot button topics surrounding realignment, preview the upcoming FCS Playoffs matchup with the Mercer Bears and look at the Jacks side of the bracket. Exciting time to be a Jacks fan as the number one overall seed takes the field to defend it's title reign! #GoJacks #RunRabbits Sponsors: Cottonwood Coffee True North Retirement- (480) 323-5801

Sheehan, Stack and Scott review the regular season success that the 2023 Jacks experienced. Winning the Missouri Valley Football Conference title and going undefeated in the division for a second consecutive year is a truly remarkable feat. The guys also take a look at the first round games and the playoff landscape as a whole. Tune in and find out how they think things will shake out during the s...

Kyle sits down with Dr. Verle Valentine of Sanford Health to discuss his path through Brookings as an SDSU student athlete during undergrad to his present day support of the Jackrabbits football squad. Verle is one of several orthopedics and sports medicine providers working in tandem with the football team to provide a range of medical care for the athletes. Verle and his associates have have bee...

After a fourth straight victory in The Border Battle against the Bison, the Jackrabbits head to Stambaugh Stadium in Youngstown Ohio on Saturday (11/11) to take on the Penguins of YSU. Stacker and Sheehan cover the happenings of the twentieth Dakota Marker game and look ahead to the matchup with the 'Guins in SDSU's final regular season road contest. Go Jacks! Sponsors: Cottonwood Coffee T...

Current Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman and NDSU All-American, Cody Mauch, joins the podcast to preview The 2023 Dakota Marker Game. In a rematch of the FCS National Championship game, the Bison will look to rebound from a three game drought during its regular season matchups plus a title game loss to the Jacks. They'll have to do so outside the friendly confines of The Fargodome as the...

In this special feature, Kyle chats with Founder of b|well Brookings, Bri Fiedler. Bri was a collegiate basketball player before transferring to SDSU. There she pursued dietetics and had a passion for optimizing health and human performance overall. That passion manifests itself today in her work with b|well. As an organization, b|well was established in 2014. What began as a small dream, turned i...

Sheehan and Stacker discuss the bizarre yet gritty win in Carbondale and look ahead at the Jackrabbits' upcoming opponent, The University of South Dakota Coyotes. The Coyotes are off to the best start in program history at the FCS level, having defeated all FCS foes to date, including NDSU. South Dakota boasts one of the best defenses in the Valley this season and they're poised on offense...

Sheehan and Kyle Harris sit down to discuss his prep career, recruitment, playing days at SDSU and some of his philanthropy work post football. Kyle currently resides in Missouri, is an avid runner having completed eight 5ks and is heavily involved in philanthropy work with the United Brachial Plexus Network. Through his efforts and those of others he hopes to bring awareness to the condition as a...

Sheehan and Stacker discuss the thumping of the Northern Iowa Panthers that took place on October 14, 2023 and look ahead to the redemption game for the Jacks in Carbondale. SDSU dropped a thriller to the Salukis in '21 that derailed their perfect season to that point (including a 20 point FBS win in Fort Collins). Will the Jackrabbits get vengeance against the Salukis on Saturday?!? Tune in t...

The boys discuss the last weeks game with the Redbirds and Normal, Illinois. They also look ahead to the matchup looming with Northern Iowa for Hobo Day. Coincidentally the Jacks haven't beaten the Panthers on Hobo Day in over a decade with the last win coming in 2009! Something tells me this will be a treat. Sponsors: Cottonwood Coffee & Bistro https://cottonwoodcoffee.com/ True North Ret...

Stacker & Sheehan revisit the drubbing of The North Dakota Fighting Hawks that ensued on September 30th and deep dive into the showdown with the Redbirds of Illinois State.  The Brock Spack led football squad has beaten the Jackrabbits in two out of the last five contests, playing spoiler to outright conference title hopes and optimal playoff positioning in both 2016 and 2019.  The game is sla...

Stacker & Sheehan look ahead to the Missouri Valley Football Conference opener against The University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks. The Fighting Hawks come into Brookings on Saturday, September 30th, coming off a bye week and a recent loss to Boise State. The Jacks have won two out of the last three against the Hawks with the most recent loss coming in the Spring '21 season at the Alerus...