Wyatt Wheeler, Departing News-Leader Sports Reporter

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Wyatt Wheeler has been a fixture in Ozarks sports for the past decade, and now he’s moving on to a new chapter. He sits down with host Scott Puryear to reflect on 10 years at the Springfield News-Leader, sharing stories from the sidelines and memories that defined his beat. Wyatt also previews the upcoming Missouri State football season, talks candidly about how sports journalism has evolved, and looks ahead to his next role covering Kansas State athletics for the Topeka Capital-Journal. Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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