UVA and NOVA Legends Podcasts®

Bryan Hill's basketball journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. After playing at the mythical DC private school Mackin during its final season, he starred at Woodson ('89) under legendary coach Red Jenkins. He went on to spend a standout year at Chowan Junior College, earning a place in the school's Hall of Fame, before joining Bobby Cremins and Kenny Anderson at Georgia Tech, where he ca...

Madison Football Coach Justin Counts joins me to discuss the Warhawks' perfect 11-0 start to the season, their outlook for the upcoming showdown against Westfield, and their potential moving forward. Coach Counts offers deep, refreshing insights on football, player development, and leadership—always a pleasure to catch up with him.

Mid-Atlantic-based jockey Trevor McCarthy recently paused his 12-year riding career, during which his mounts earned over $76 million and captured numerous prestigious stakes races, including Grade I and II wins along the East Coast. Trevor sat down with me to discuss his decision to step back from racing at just 30 years old, sharing his insights on the challenging life of a jockey, especially dur...

I caught up with Georgetown Women's Soccer Coach Dave Nolan ahead of the Hoyas' 13th consecutive NCAA tournament appearance, as they prepare for a home matchup against Fairfield this weekend. Coach shares his thoughts on the evolving landscape of college sports in 2024, including changes to roster size limits and the expansion of scholarship opportunities. We also delve into Georgetown's 2024 seas...

Today, I had the privilege of catching up on the local real estate market with two seasoned real estate professionals, Kathy Hassett (based in Alexandria) and Peter Knapp (Loudoun). Kathy and Pete bring a wealth of experience, offering clients top-notch customer service and invaluable advice. Contents: 00:00 Intro 01:22 Summer and fall activity 11:47 When's the best time to buy or sell? Listing "p...

In 2000, legendary producer Jerry Bruckheimer brought the inspiring story of TC Williams' 1971 state championship football season to the big screen with "Remember the Titans." Denzel Washington's portrayal of Coach Herman Boone and a message of racial inclusion resonated globally. Tonight, I had the privilege of speaking with key surviving members of that historic team, Fred Alderson, Kirk Barker,...

Today, I had the privilege of discussing Richmond soccer with the following talented Cosby High School players who recently led the Titans to the 2024 state championship: Evan Gaines, midfielder (Mt. St Mary's signee) Deniss Hayes, forward (VCU) Nikita Hayes, defender (VCU) Ryan Londeree, midfielder (VCU) We delved into how Cosby finally overcame Beach rival Landstown after three years and then em...

O'Connell HS point guard Darius Bivins, alongside his father Chris, delves into his remarkable journey through Alexandria City HS, where he spearheaded the Titans' resurgence and garnered over 15 D1 offers in his freshman year alone. Our dialogue touches on Darius's ascent up the national recruiting rankings, attracting interest from elite college basketball programs across the country. We explore...

Villanova signee Joe Margita and defender Will Saxon recently helped lead McLean HS to the state final, losing on golden goal to an immensely talented Cosby team. Joe and Will join me to talk about all things McLean soccer, including their incredible state run, the cohesive Highlanders, Coach Leland Jameson, and their intense rivalry with Herndon. We hear about their mindset going into their senio...

Emory midfielder Josh Grand's has had a captivating journey chasing the beautiful game. Hailing from Northern Virginia, the Netherlands, and Atlanta, Josh's diverse background sets him apart in collegiate soccer. Josh learned at start up clubs like Coach Robertson's Barca and Coach Keph's JOGA before being mentored by local legend Ken Krieger at Arlington DA. After learning football the Dutch way...

Delighted to have Chris Knoche on to dive into his remarkable journey to the Washington Metro Basketball Hall of Fame, alongside fellow legends like James Brown, Adrian Branch, and Thurl Bailey. Coach Chris, the Voice of Maryland Basketball for the past 26 years, shares insights on the current college game and his expectations for the upcoming '24-25 season. Our chat also covers his thoughts on a...

In this episode, I'm joined by the following top NOVA high school basketball coaches to discuss all issues pertaining to the local game: Tony Bentley, Wakefield Doug Craig, Woodson (audio issues early) Kevin Harris, Westfield David Houston, West Potomac Carlos Poindexter, Hayfield Sherman Rivers, Patriot Contents: 00:00 Intro 01:45 Hayfield Football Coach Darryl Overton and county investigation 08...

William Hill, MD, a distinguished 'Hoo ('12) and an orthopedic surgeon, is making a timely return to Williamsburg to serve his community after a remarkable athletic and academic journey. Dr. Hill was a four-year contributor and co-captain on the defensive line under Al Groh and Mike London. Following a master's in public health from UVA, he pursued his medical education at Howard Medical School ('...

Dave Koesters had a memorable career at West Springfield High School, leading the Spartans to three state finals in the early 1970s. Dave takes us through those golden basketball years, playing for legendary coach Don McCool before joining Terry Holland's first class at the University of Virginia. It's a terrific listen for fans of Northern Virginia and ACC basketball. Contents: 00:00 Intro; Getti...

Kansas City offensive line coach Andy Heck joins me to discuss the historic 2023 Super Bowl championship campaign and all the elements that went into successfully defending the Chiefs' title. We discuss Coach Heck's role in a memorable season and all the media hype that follows the Chiefs. Andy provides his fascinating thoughts on many aspects, including the legacy of Coach Andy Reid and all the a...

Coach Pudge Gjormand, legendary baseball coach and owner/GM of MVP Baseball School, entered this month his 29th season as Madison skipper. We take a look back on his remarkable career in this far ranging conversation. Coach Pudge has led the Warhawks to four state championships, including the most recent one in 2023, and was the first Virginia coach to be inducted into the National High School Bas...

In Part 2 of my interview with ESPN investigative reporter TJ Quinn, we discuss more of the biggest sports stories of the last 30 years, including how OJ Simpson changed the way sports are covered, how race impacts sports and their coverage, why Caitlin Clark is such a phenomenon, and why Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neil work so well together in media. We conclude by going back to TJ's high sc...

ESPN's TJ Quinn has reported on some of the biggest stories of our time, including the BALCO trial (Barry Bonds, Marion Jones, etc) and the doping allegations against Barry Bonds and cycling champion Lance Armstrong. TJ graduated from West Potomac's first class, in 1986, and has worked his way up in the journalistic world from covering local elections in Chicago, to being a daily beat writer cover...

General Vincent Brooks is a true American hero and one of the most accomplished military leaders of his generation. He comes from a family of military leaders, with both his father Leo Brooks, Sr., and his older brother Leo, Jr., achieving the rank of general. The Brooks family holds the distinction of being the only African-American family in American history with three generals. General Brooks m...

Kevin Edds, a '95 graduate of the University, enthusiastic UVA sports fan, and the filmmaker behind the acclaimed 2015 documentary "Wahoowa: The History of Virginia Cavalier Football," recently joined me to delve into the rich football legacy of the 'Hoos. UVA, the first college football team in the South, revolutionized the sport with the forward pass and made history in integrated games in the S...

Derek Barlow has led the Woodgrove Wolverines to an impressive 4-1 start in 2024, including wins against football powerhouses Stone Bridge and Mountain View. As he shares his journey to the head coaching position at Purcellville, Coach Barlow delves into his coaching philosophy and highlights the key factors driving the success of the 2024 team, notably star receiver Connor Salmin. Additionally, h...

Dick Adams, an Annandale '75 alumni and former player and coach under the legendary Bob Hardage, is the last coach from the former Northern Region (Fairfax-Arlington-Alexandria) to achieve back-to-back state titles. Leading the Atoms to victory over GW-Danville in 1994, Coach Adams's remarkable coaching career at Annandale spanned over 30 years, in addition to leading the freshman team for the pas...

Virginia high schools sports continue to be undermined by trying to maintain six classifications, which are based mostly on enrollment. This episode argues that six classifications hurts competition, prevents local rivalries from being established, and harms our sports history/traditions.

Leadership expert and consultant Beth Ridley has had an incredible journey since graduating from UVA in '91 with a BA in English literature. With an MBA from Columbia and an MA from Tufts, she built a successful corporate career spanning Asia and South Africa, culminating in 12 years at Northwest Mutual as Vice President of Planning Integration. Transitioning to entrepreneurship, she founded R...

JMU forward/midfielder Jeffrey Aguilar is getting meaningful minutes for the 10th ranked and undefeated Dukes after a remarkable youth soccer career in Alexandria and for Alexandria City HS. Jeffrey joins me to describe his soccer journey that led him to fighting his way onto the field for a talented JMU team. He attributes his youth club, Alexandria Soccer Association, for much of his success, an...