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EPISODE · Apr 23, 2025 · 51 MIN

Big 10 Golf, Knicks on the Ropes, and Draft Watch Begins

from SportsIQ with Larry Smith · host Rise Above Productions & Revision Sound

🏌️‍♂️ Lead Story: Golfing Greatness in the MidwestIllinois Men's Golf Coach Mike Small joins the show as the Illini head into the Big Ten Championship in Baltimore. With 13 Big Ten titles in the last 15 years, Small reflects on leading a young, travel-tested team and the mental focus required to finish strong. Plus, a preview of the NCAA Regional headed to Urbana’s Atkins Golf Club in May.⛳ Highlights:13 of 15 Big Ten titles, other two = runner-upMental game vs. raw talent: how young teams evolveAtkins Regional preview: home-course pressure or advantage?Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News NBA writer, breaks down the Knicks’ troubling start to the playoffs and what Game 3 in Detroit means for Coach Tom Thibodeau and the franchise.🔥 Key Topics:Why Game 1's comeback masked deeper problemsLack of cohesion and ball movement with Brunson backFoul discrepancy drama and missed minutes for Karl-Anthony TownsIf the Knicks don’t advance, could Thibs be out?Producer Tony joins Larry to break down what Kansas City needs to do in the draft to protect Patrick Mahomes and revitalize a thin offense. Plus, hidden value QBs and mid-round names to watch.📝 Draft Talk:Chiefs should go offense-heavy earlyLate-round steal candidates: Kyle McCord, Randy GadsonWhy skipping the green room might be a smart moveCubs walk off Dodgers 11–10 in extrasMets win 6th straight, tied for MLB's best recordGuardians edge Yankees; Bibe shinesLindor’s hot streak continues for New YorkOvechkin nets his first-ever OT playoff goalFlorida dominates Tampa Bay with Tkachuk's returnMinnesota ties up series with VegasColorado, LA, and Washington headline tonight's actionLarry shares a memory of sitting beside Muhammad Ali at the 1993 Orange Bowl—just months before Charlie Ward’s Heisman win and Larry’s CNN debut.📺 Follow & SubscribeStream daily on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform.💬 Join the conversation @SportsIQ_LS🏀 NBA Breakdown: Knicks Falter, Pistons Strike🏈 NFL Draft Watch: Chiefs Reload?⚾ MLB Highlights🏒 NHL Playoff Update🌟 Moment of Awe

🏌️‍♂️ Lead Story: Golfing Greatness in the MidwestIllinois Men's Golf Coach Mike Small joins the show as the Illini head into the Big Ten Championship in Baltimore. With 13 Big Ten titles in the last 15 years, Small reflects on leading a young, travel-tested team and the mental focus required to finish strong. Plus, a preview of the NCAA Regional headed to Urbana’s Atkins Golf Club in May.⛳ Highlights:13 of 15 Big Ten titles, other two = runner-upMental game vs. raw talent: how young teams evolveAtkins Regional preview: home-course pressure or advantage?Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News NBA writer, breaks down the Knicks’ troubling start to the playoffs and what Game 3 in Detroit means for Coach Tom Thibodeau and the franchise.🔥 Key Topics:Why Game 1's comeback masked deeper problemsLack of cohesion and ball movement with Brunson backFoul discrepancy drama and missed minutes for Karl-Anthony TownsIf the Knicks don’t advance, could Thibs be out?Producer Tony joins Larry to break down what Kansas City needs to do in the draft to protect Patrick Mahomes and revitalize a thin offense. Plus, hidden value QBs and mid-round names to watch.📝 Draft Talk:Chiefs should go offense-heavy earlyLate-round steal candidates: Kyle McCord, Randy GadsonWhy skipping the green room might be a smart moveCubs walk off Dodgers 11–10 in extrasMets win 6th straight, tied for MLB's best recordGuardians edge Yankees; Bibe shinesLindor’s hot streak continues for New YorkOvechkin nets his first-ever OT playoff goalFlorida dominates Tampa Bay with Tkachuk's returnMinnesota ties up series with VegasColorado, LA, and Washington headline tonight's actionLarry shares a memory of sitting beside Muhammad Ali at the 1993 Orange Bowl—just months before Charlie Ward’s Heisman win and Larry’s CNN debut.📺 Follow & SubscribeStream daily on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform.💬 Join the conversation @SportsIQ_LS🏀 NBA Breakdown: Knicks Falter, Pistons Strike🏈 NFL Draft Watch: Chiefs Reload?⚾ MLB Highlights🏒 NHL Playoff Update🌟 Moment of Awe

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🏌️‍♂️ Lead Story: Golfing Greatness in the MidwestIllinois Men's Golf Coach Mike Small joins the show as the Illini head into the Big Ten Championship in Baltimore. With 13 Big Ten titles in the last 15 years, Small reflects on leading a young,...

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