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1. 65

   Keith Brake talks Sam Houston's quarterfinal showdown w/ NDSU

   Bison 1660 host Keith Brake joins the podcast to help break down Sunday's nationally televised FCS quarterfinal matchup between Sam Houston and North Dakota State. Host Josh Criswell also recaps the biggest sports stories of the week in Walker County.

   Apr 29, 2021

   26m
2. 64

   Rob Hipp talks FCS playoffs, HISD bond election

   KSAM 101.7 sports director Rob Hipp joins the show to discuss Sam Houston's return to the FCS playoffs, the HISD bond election and more.

   Apr 22, 2021

   25m
3. 63

   Shehan Jeyarajah talks SHSU's strong spring, Ed Bobino's place in TXHSFB lore and more

   Shehan Jeyarajah of Dave Campbell's Texas Football stops by the show to discuss an array of topics, including Sam Houston's return to national prominence, Huntsville star Ed Bobino's legendary 2020 campaign and the outlook of the Battle of the Piney Woods moving forward. Sports editor Josh…

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   Apr 13, 2021

   29m
4. 62

   K.C. Keeler talks Sam Houston-McNeese, what's driven Bearkats' success this spring

   Sam Houston head football coach K.C. Keeler joins show to discuss Sam Houston's strong start to the spring season, Saturday's showdown with McNeese and more. Host Josh Criswell touches on the latest sports storylines in Walker County.

   Apr 6, 2021

   22m
5. 61

   Jason Hooten and Zach Nutall preview SHSU basketball season

   Sam Houston State head coach Jason Hooten and junior guard Zach Nutall join the show to discuss the upcoming basketball season and more.

   Nov 19, 2020

   29m
6. 60

   TOP 10 SHOWDOWN: Huntsville vs. A&M Consolidated preview

   Huntsville takes on A&M Consolidated this week in a top-10 showdown! Sports editor Josh Criswell, Alex Miller (The Eagle) and Mike Lucas (KAGS-TV) break down everything you need to know in the latest Item Insider podcast.

   Oct 28, 2020

   32m
7. 59

   Huntsville vs. Rudder preview w/ Mike Lucas of KAGS-TV

   In the latest episode of Huntsville Sports Weekly, KAGS-TV sports reporter Mike Lucas joins hosts Josh Criswell and Rob Hipp to preview Friday's district opener between Huntsville and Rudder.

   Oct 22, 2020

   31m
8. 58

   Huntsville Sports Weekly: Southern previews football opener, SHSU schedule breakdown

   This week's guest is Huntsville head football coach/AD Rodney Southern, who joins the show to preview the Hornets' season opener at Willis. Hosts Josh Criswell and Rob Hipp also break down SHSU's spring football schedule, which was released last week.

   Sep 30, 2020

   37m
9. 57

   Huntsville Sports Weekly: Rodney Southern and Brian Adams

   Huntsville Item sports editor Josh Criswell and KSAM 101.7 sports director Rob Hipp chat with Huntsville AD/head football coach Rodney Southern and HHS/SHSU color analyst Brian Adams in the latest episode of Huntsville Sports Weekly.

   Aug 7, 2020

   47m
10. 56

    K.C. Keeler talks SHSU football, why spring season could work for FCS

    Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler joins host Josh Criswell to discuss the outlook for college football this fall, why a spring season could work in the FCS and all things SHSU.

    Jul 16, 2020

    25m
11. 55

    Huntsville, SHSU great Caleb Smith talks MLB journey

    Former Huntsville and Sam Houston State star Caleb Smith joins the show to discuss the toughest hitters in baseball, playing for the Miami Marlins and what it was like to work his way through the minor leagues.

    May 26, 2020

    17m
12. 54

    K.C. Keeler talks SHSU football additions, outlook for 2020 season

    Sam Houston State head football coach K.C. Keeler joins host Josh Criswell to discuss the Bearkats' new additions, the outlook for the 2020 season and more.

    May 21, 2020

    17m
13. 53

    SportsTalk 790 host Adam Clanton

    SportsTalk 790 host and Sam Houston State alum Adam Clanton joins the show to discuss Bearkat memories, his career in sports media and more.

    May 8, 2020

    29m
14. 52

    Jason Hooten talks SHSU hoops, The Last Dance and more

    Sam Houston State men's basketball coach Jason Hooten joins host Josh Criswell to discuss all things Bearkat hoops, "The Last Dance" and more.

    Apr 29, 2020

    32m
15. 51

    Royce See talks NFL Draft, SHSU football

    Former Sam Houston State standout and current NFL prospect Royce See joins host Josh Criswell to discuss the upcoming draft, his career with the Bearkats and more.

    Apr 21, 2020

    16m
16. 50

    SHSU AD Bobby Williams on Bearkat athletics rebranding

    Sam Houston State AD Bobby Williams joins host Josh Criswell to discuss the Bearkats' recent athletics rebranding, which includes new logos and the return of "Marching Sammy".

    Apr 16, 2020

    17m
17. 49

    SHSU head football coach K.C. Keeler

    Sam Houston State head football coach K.C. Keeler joins the show to discuss how the Bearkats are responding to the COVID-19 crisis.

    Apr 12, 2020

    21m
18. 48

    SHSU radio voice Rob Hipp

    Rob Hipp, the radio voice of Sam Houston State football and men's basketball, joins the show to look back at his first year on the job.

    Apr 7, 2020

    31m
19. 47

    Adam Coleman of Houston Chronicle talks all things HS sports

    Host Josh Criswell and Adam Coleman of the Houston Chronicle talk Huntsville's emergence as a 5A power, Eric Schmid's career at The Woodlands, all things Houston high school sports and how COVID-19 has dealt a blow to the grassroots hoops scene.

    Mar 24, 2020

    45m
20. 46

    Coronavirus rocks sports world, from Southland to the pros

    Host Josh Criswell and McNeese beat writer David Berry react to an unprecedented 48 hours of sports that included the cancellation of the Southland Conference basketball tournaments and suspension of spring sports.

    Mar 13, 2020

    25m
21. 45

    SHSU spring ball: Keeler talks 2020 outlook, new faces and potential impact players

    Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler joins the show to discuss the start of spring practice, new additions to the Bearkat football program and who he expects to step up in 2020.

    Feb 27, 2020

    19m
22. 44

    SHSU baseball coach Jay Sirianni previews 2020 season

    Sam Houston State head coach Jay Sirianni joins the show to discuss what lies ahead for Bearkat baseball in 2020.

    Feb 10, 2020

    11m
23. 43

    Huntsville's Rodney Southern talks UIL Realignment

    Huntsville head football coach and athletics director Rodney Southern joins the show to discuss the fallout from this week's UIL Realignment and more.

    Feb 4, 2020

    14m
24. 42

    Ken Holland talks SHSU basketball w/ Josh Criswell

    With Sam Houston State off the court this weekend, Bearkat basketball supporter and analyst Ken Holland joins host Josh Criswell to discuss a strong start to 2020 for SHSU hoops.

    Jan 24, 2020

    15m
25. 41

    Justin Jennings talks Huntsville baseball, 'untapped potential' and more

    Huntsville head baseball coach Justin Jennings joins host Josh Criswell to discuss his first year on the job, the Hornets' "untapped potential" and more.

    Jan 16, 2020

    22m
26. 40

    SHSU AD Bobby Williams reflects on 2019

    With 2019 coming to a close, SHSU AD Bobby Williams joins the show to reflect on a whirlwind year for the Bearkats.

    Dec 13, 2019

    24m
27. 39

    Rodney Southern previews Huntsville vs. Fort Bend Marshall

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern joins the show to discuss Saturday's playoff rematch between the Hornets and Fort Bend Marshall.

    Nov 28, 2019

    12m
28. 38

    Huntsville vs. Fort Bend Marshall breakdown

    With Huntsville's playoff rematch with Fort Bend Marshall just days away, Josh Criswell and Joseph Brown give their thoughts on the game, the Hornets' start to the postseason and more.

    Nov 26, 2019

    27m
29. 37

    Huntsville vs. Crosby playoff preview

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern joins the show to discuss Saturday's area round showdown with Crosby, last week's big win over Marshall and more. We also hear from seniors Matthew Southern, Jordan Brown and Kobe Lewis.

    Nov 21, 2019

    14m
30. 36

    EMERGENCY PODCAST: Huntsville beats Marshall in playoff opener

    Josh Criswell and Joseph Brown react to Huntsville's road victory over Marshall in the bi-district round of the Class 5A Division II playoffs.

    Nov 16, 2019

    13m
31. 35

    SHSU vs. Northwestern State preview: K.C. Keeler, Eric Schmid, Matt Burrell, Dwayne Williams

    With two weeks left in the regular season, Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler discusses Saturday's game against Northwestern State, the FCS playoff race and more. We also hear from Bearkat players Eric Schmid, Matt Burrell and Dwayne Williams.

    Nov 15, 2019

    18m
32. 34

    Huntsville vs. Marshall playoff preview: Rodney Southern, Jaden Schroeder, Briceon Hayes, Tyrique Carter

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern joins the show to preview Friday's bi-district round game against Marshall. We also hear from Hornet seniors Jaden Schroeder, Briceon Hayes and Tyrique Carter.

    Nov 14, 2019

    18m
33. 33

    TXHSFB playoffs, SHSU postseason push, hot start for local hoops

    With Huntsville and Alpha Omega headed to the postseason, Josh Criswell and Joseph Brown discuss all things Texas high school football playoffs (2:20). We also take a look at Sam Houston State's hunt for an FCS playoff bid (16:10) and a hot start for basketball teams in Walker County (26:25).

    Nov 12, 2019

    37m
34. 32

    This week in Walker County: Huntsville playoff scenarios, hoops season tips off, SHSU vs. ACU

    Huntsville football is headed back to the playoffs, basketball season is underway with high expectations for all area teams and SHSU continues its trek to the FCS playoffs with a road game at Abilene Christian...Josh Criswell and Joseph Brown break it all down right here.

    Nov 8, 2019

    35m
35. 31

    K.C. Keeler on Southland Conference parity, SHSU vs. ACU and more

    SHSU head football coach K.C. Keeler joins the show to discuss Saturday's game at Abilene Christian, increased competition in the Southland Conference and what the Bearkats need to do to get in the postseason.

    Nov 7, 2019

    11m
36. 30

    Huntsville vs. Bryan Rudder preview w/ Rodney Southern

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern joins the show to discuss Thursday's regular season finale at Bryan Rudder, postseason implications and more.

    Nov 7, 2019

    11m
37. 29

    Huntsville vs. Lake Creek preview: Rodney Southern, Will Barnes, Jaden Schroeder

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern joins the show to discuss Friday's game against Montgomery Lake Creek, senior night and how the team plans to bounce back from a loss to Katy Paetow. We also hear from seniors Jaden Schroeder and Will Barnes.

    Oct 31, 2019

    16m
38. 28

    This week in Walker County: SHSU baseball/softball schedule release, volleyball/football playoffs near, hoops season approaches

    Host Josh Criswell and Huntsville Item editor Joseph Brown give their thoughts on a big week for sports in Walker County. The guys discuss the 2020 SHSU baseball/softball schedule release, Alpha Omega and New Waverly volleyball heading to the playoffs, football approaching the home stretch and…

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    Oct 29, 2019

    26m
39. 27

    Keeler talks SHSU vs. Central Arkansas, shutting out Nicholls and more

    Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler joins the show to reflect on last week's shutout win over Nicholls and look ahead to Saturday's showdown at Central Arkansas.

    Oct 23, 2019

    13m
40. 26

    SHSU shuts out No. 9 Nicholls: Rob Hipp and Josh Criswell react

    Sam Houston State play-by-play voice Rob Hipp and host Josh Criswell react to the Bearkats' 17-10 shutout win over No. 9 Nicholls.

    Oct 20, 2019

    8m
41. 25

    SHSU vs. Nicholls preview

    Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler joins the show to discuss Saturday's game against Nicholls and how the Bearkats plan to bounce back from an upset loss to Lamar.

    Oct 18, 2019

    11m
42. 24

    Huntsville vs. Lamar Consolidated: Rodney and Matthew Southern, Quaterian Riles, Jordan Brown

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern joins the show to discuss Friday's game against Lamar Consolidated and how the team plans to honor first responders. We also hear from Hornet players Matthew Southern, Quaterian Riles, Jordan Brown.

    Oct 17, 2019

    18m
43. 23

    SHSU vs. Lamar: K.C. Keeler, Ty Brock, Donovan Williams, Trace Mascorro, Evrin Hawkins

    Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler and Bearkakt players Ty Brock, Donovan Williams, Trace Mascorro and Evrin Hawkins join the show to discuss last week's Battle of the Piney Woods win over Stephen F. Austin and Saturday's game against Lamar.

    Oct 10, 2019

    19m
44. 22

    SHSU vs. SFA: Battle of the Piney Woods

    With Sam Houston State set to take on Stephen F. Austin in the 94th Battle of the Piney Woods, head coach K.C. Keeler and Bearkat players Ty Brock, Nathan Stewart, Hunter Brown and KJ Gray join the show.

    Oct 4, 2019

    21m
45. 21

    Huntsville vs. Cleveland preview, A&M Consolidated recap

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern joins the show to discuss Friday's game against Cleveland and what the Hornets learned from last week's loss to A&M Consolidated. We also hear from seniors Jesse Hoke, Latel Sweat and Miles Tatum.

    Oct 3, 2019

    14m
46. 20

    SHSU MBB: Jason Hooten, Zach Nutall, Kai Mitchell and RJ Smith

    With just over a month until the college basketball season begins, host Josh Criswell catches up with Sam Houston State head coach Jason Hooten and Bearkat players Zach Nutall, Kai Mitchell and RJ Smith.

    Oct 2, 2019

    22m
47. 19

    SHSU vs. McNeese preview: K.C. Keeler, Eric Schmid, Ife Adeyi, Tyler Edwards and Zyon McCollum

    Sam Houston State HC K.C. Keeler, QB Eric Schmid, WR Ife Adeyi, OL Tyler Edwards and DB Zyon McCollum join host Josh Criswell to discuss last week's blowout win over Incarnate Word and Saturday's game at McNeese.

    Sep 27, 2019

    21m
48. 18

    Huntsville vs. A&M Consolidated preview

    Huntsville head coach Rodney Southern, quarterback Matthew Southern, linebacker Jordan Brown and defensive back Jaden Schroeder join the show to discuss the Hornets' top-10 showdown with A&M Consolidated.

    Sep 26, 2019

    18m
49. 17

    Mike Lucas talks Huntsville vs. A&M Consolidated, SHSU's strong Southland start

    KAGS TV sports reporter Mike Lucas joins host Josh Criswell for a bonus episode of the podcast. Mike talks all things Huntsville vs. A&M Consolidated, as well as Sam Houston State's impressive start to Southland Conference play.

    Sep 25, 2019

    30m
50. 16

    David Berry, Southland Conference breakdown

    With Southland Conference play getting into full swing this weekend, David Berry of the American Press in Lake Charles joins host Josh Criswell to weigh in on Saturday's games, where the league stands through Week 3 and why the Southland could be sending three or more teams to the postseason again.

    Sep 20, 2019

    30m