THE UNOFFICIAL LOUNGE

UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com We speak with a living piece of American history. The color barrier was entrenched in the #SEC until 1966.  At the University of Kentucky a change came under coach Charles Bradshaw. The Wildcats recruited defensive end Greg Page and receiver Nate Northington, the first African-Americans to integrate football in the 1967 SEC season! In what is described as "barbaric" practices...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  We talk with the regular crew of #NCAA officials. We talk what the effect COVID-19  had on travel in 2020. The group implores each other to become mentors to the next generation.    #UnderReview #Field2Life #unofficiallounge #unofficialpodcast #football Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge Follow the host: @8...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty ! We take a look back at the year 2020. We remember some of the moments NCAA officiating had to offer and beyond. Stay tuned for future guests! The line up includes 28 year #NFL veteran official Chuck Stewart #62 and #UK and #SEC legend Wilbur Hackett. BlackinBlue.org #UnderReview #Field2Life #unofficiallounge #unofficialpodcast  #foo...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  Micah talks about the path he took becoming a NCAA official later than most. Then leaving the officiating ranks on his own terms.   #UnderReview #Field2Life #unofficiallounge #unofficialpodcast Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge Follow the host: @805monty @thechefandtheref - Instagram @CravonneB - Twitter

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  Judson Howard, former #NFL scout and current #PAC12 Replay Official talks about growing up in LA then spending his college years at #HBCU Virginia Union University.  Judson talks about how he prepares officials from around the country for the next level. Judson was part of the historic All-Black PAC-12 crew that worked the Stan...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty! Otis tells us about the humbling experience that led him to winning the boxing reality show " The Next Great Champ"  produced by Oscar De La Hoya. Otis will be working the corner for Mike Guy on the Dec. 18 #GGGSzeremeta undercard. Otis then plays a game of #UnderReview  #Field2Life #unofficiallounge #unofficialpodcast  Fin...

University of Kentucky's #25 Jerry Davis takes us on a journey back to the time of the turbulent 1960's. Jerry gives us insight into the harsh physical environment brought on by the #UK football coach Charlie Bradshaw.  Charlie Bradshaw, a Bear Bryant disciple , subjected  teams to his brutal conditioning tactics. In Jerry's senior year at #UK he witnessed the historic and tragic moments of pionee...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  We speak with  Next Great Champ Boxing reality show winner Otis "Triple OG" Griffin. Show produced by Oscar De La Hoya. He gives us his predictions on the Spence vs Garcia fight.  #Field2Life #unofficiallounge #unofficialpodcast #SpenceGarcia Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge   Follow the host: @805monty  @thechefandtheref -...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and @805Monty! Maia talks about the bumps in the road within her rapid ascent to Conference USA. Maia recounts the mentors, such as, the #NFL 's Chuck Stewart and Brad Rodgers that shaped her future. Maia prepares for her first season in the #PAC12 by playing #UnderReview #Field2Life #unofficiallounge #unofficialpodcast Find us at linktr.ee/unoffici...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty! Eddie Kelly coordinator of officials in the Southwestern Athletic Conference #SWAC talks about the "Grind" to finally reach the Referee spot. He recounts the advice #NFL Referee Red Cashion imparted. Mr. Kelly talks about the opportunity and exposure that new #HBCU Jackson State football coach #NFL Hall Of Fame player Deion #CoachPrime Sa...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  We speak with  3X Super Bowl NFL official Byron Boston. Mr. Boston talks about the dedication and sacrifice it takes to become an elite official in the NFL. He recounts many of the most memorable plays in NFL playoff history from the "Music City Miracle",  the Titans "Longest Yard" of Super Bowl XXXIV, the power outage of...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  We speak with Dwayne Johnson and Tyler Olsen of the Rule 11 podcast. Rule 11 talks to us about how the podcast began and the significant milestone of 100,000 downloads. Dwayne and Tyler then play a game of #UnderReview #Field2Life https://rule11officials.com Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge  Follow the host: @805mo...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com” with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  We speak with two time National Championship  #PAC12 Umpire and new #PAC12 Referee Francisco Villar. Francisco tells us about his time growing up in Los Angeles California and working USC practices during the Pete Carroll era. He also speaks with us about giving back through the High School Football Officials Academy. #Field2Life  https...

THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  PAC-12 Referee Steve Strimling speaks with us about his over a decade hiatus from NCAA officiating. Steve recounts the introspection and  #nudge from Bill McCabe that allowed him to return as an elite official. #Field2Life #LGBTQ Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge  Follow the host:  @805monty - Instagram&nb...

“THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com ” with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  Mr. Coleman talks about his youth. He grew up in Cleveland Ohio playing pickup games in front of NFL legend Jim Brown. He recounts his military career as a subordinate to  Secretary of State General Colin Powell and as a peer to  Director of the C.I.A. General David Petraeus.  As an official, he served as an I...

“THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com ” with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  We speak with Fresno State's new head coach Kalen DeBoer. Coach DeBoer discusses his success at multiple schools as the offensive coordinator for hire. Coach DeBoer also gives some insight into where he searches for Fresno State's pool of future talent. Finally, coach DeBoer plays a game of "Under Review". #Field2Life  Find...

“THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com” with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty !  We speak with Big 12 Umpire and friend battling Pancreatic Cancer.    Scott ends the show with a POWERFUL social message! #Field2Life  https://www.gofundme.com/f/scott-teifert-fund  Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge  Follow the host:  @805monty - Instagram  @805monty - Twitter  @thechefandtheref - Instagram  @CravonneB - T...

“THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com” with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  We speak with former NFL VP of Officiating, current Fox rules analyst, and current Director of NCAA Instant Replay Dean Blandino. Dean recounts his time in the League office. He also ranks the movies of the Pop Culture "Friday" franchise starring Ice Cube. #Field2Life  Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge    Follow the host: ...

“THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com” with Ashante, Cravonne, and @805Monty !  We speak to 28 year veteran NFL official Charles "Chuck" Stewart. Chuck tells us about his journey of coaching and officiating Pop Warner football in Los Angeles.  Then talks about his rise as the "Chosen One" officiating in the NFL on-field for 18 years  with another 10 years in the Replay Booth. #Field2Life Find us at https://li...

“THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com” with Ashante, Cravonne, and @805Monty!  We speak with two time National Championship  PAC-12 Head Line Judge Darryl "DJ" Johnson. "DJ" tells us about his time growing up in Los Angeles California and working every level of college football in America.  #Field2Life  Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge

“THE UNOFFICIALLOUNGE.com” with Ashante, Cravonne, and @805Monty ! Meet the 3 hosts! In the debut episode of THE UNOFFICIAL LOUNGE. The fellas share stories about how they transitioned from POP Warner officials to the NCAA and beyond. Stay tune for future guests! The line up includes 28 year NFL veteran official Chuck Stewart and PAC-12 Referee Steve Strimling. #Field2Life Find us at https://linkt...

Meet 1 of the 3 Hosts of THE UNOFFICIAL LOUNGE. Coming September 2nd, 2020! Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge Follow the host: @805monty - Instagram @805monty - Twitter @thechefandtheref - Instagram @CravonneB - Twitter

Meet 1 of the 3 Hosts of THE UNOFFICIAL LOUNGE. Coming September 2nd, 2020! Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge Follow the host: @805monty - Instagram @805monty - Twitter @thechefandtheref - Instagram @CravonneB - Twitter

Meet 1 of the 3 Hosts of THE UNOFFICIAL LOUNGE. Coming September 2nd, 2020! Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge Follow the host: @805monty - Instagram @805monty - Twitter @thechefandtheref - Instagram @CravonneB - Twitter

"THE UNOFFICIAL LOUNGE" with Ashante, Cravonne, and Monty!  Coming September 3rd. #NatsFreestyle #FieldToLife  Find us at https://linktr.ee/unofficiallounge Follow the host: @805monty - Instagram @805monty - Twitter @thechefandtheref - Instagram @CravonneB - Twitter