Baker's Sports Network

In this episode, Zach breaks down the goings on in each UFC weight class, before laying out the perfect plan for the UFC to build an epic card at the White House in June.Then, Zach jumps across the pond to discuss the title race in the Premier League.Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode of the Baker Sports Network podcast, host Zach Baker battles audio issues and dives deep into the current state of college football, analyzing the playoff bracket and defending the inclusion of JMU and Tulane. He passionately argues against the dismissive attitudes of the mainstream media towards G6 teams. The conversation then turns to UFC 323, highlighting key performances and unfortunate injuries, before transitioning to the NFL playoff picture and predictions for the remainder of the season. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach takes it to the College Football Playoff committee regarding some fatal flaws in their rankings before picking the conference championship games.Zach then dives into the state of the NFL, UFC and dabbles in the world of boxing.Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach makes his predictions for both the College Football and NFL seasons.Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

On this episode, Zach circles the sports landscape bouncing from the NBA to the UFC and over to the gridiron to take on the top topics of the week. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, we dive into the state of the NBA playoffs. Upsets galore happen across the league, and one of its biggest stars, Jayson Tatum, ruptured his Achilles on Monday night. Moving to from the hardwood to the Octagon, Zach recaps what Jack Della Maddalena and Valentina Shevchenko's title wins mean for the UFC heading into the summer.We close talking about the NFL schedule release, where Zach puts his money where his mouth in regarding seven teams' fates for the 2025 season.Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, we dive into a post spring ball preview of the 2025 JMU Football season.Zach recaps offseason roster movement and gives his predictions for how he thinks the team with fare in 2025!Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach recaps UFC 314 where Alexander Volkanovski recaptured featherweight gold. Zach then discusses the log jam in the 145-, 155- and 170-pound divisions in the UFC, before moving to the hardwood to predict the NBA playoffs. Zach closes out discussing some of the hot topics in the football world.Thanks for tuning in, God Bless and Happy Easter!

In another return from a long absence, Zach previews Alex Volkanovski's return fight against Diego Lopes. In addition to breaking down the rest of the UFC 314 fight card, Zach dives into the state of the NBA, and gives a preview of the upcoming NFL Draft.Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

After a long hiatus, Zach returns to recap the 2024 football season. Zach breaks down the Dukes 8-4 record, shares what was good and bad from the season, and dives into what the future holds for the Dukes as the transfer portal is now open. The episode closes with superlatives from the season, as Zach gives his OROY, DROY, OPOY, DPOY and MVPs of the JMU Football season. Thanks for tuning in, and God bless!

After a long hiatus, Zach returns to talk all things UFC! Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach breaks down the USMNT's predicament as calls for Gregg Berhalter's job grow. Zach also recaps UFC 303 and NBA Free Agency thus far. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach recaps the USMNT's win over Bolivia. Zach also gives his picks for the upcoming UFC 303 card taking place this weekend. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this celebratory episode, Zach basks in the glory of his Celtics victory over the Mavericks. Zach puts this team into historical perspective and shares his emotions about witnessing his first Celtics title. Elsewhere in the sports world, the UFC saw a lot of fight changes for its upcoming cards, and we break it all down here. Also, Copa America 2024 starts Thursday and Zach makes his picks for the tournament. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach talks NBA finals as his Celtics take a 2-0 over the Dallas Mavericks. Zach also vents his thoughts on the US Men's National Team's blowout loss to Columbia. Wrapping it up, Zach breaks down the UFC's most intriguing division, the Middleweight division. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach previews the NBA Finals in this episode, and also recaps UFC 302. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

On this episode, Zach breaks down the transfer additions for both JMU Football and Basketball and gives his predictions for the upcoming seasons. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach previews the NBA Conference Finals, along with the US Men's National Soccer Team as they prepare to host the 2024 Copa America. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach looks across the sports world and dives into the NBA Playoffs, Premier League title race, NFL schedule release and more! Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach previews Round 2 in the NBA Playoffs. We also look at what happened in Rio this weekend at UFC 301, and Zach addresses recent transfer portal adds for JMU Football and Basketball. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach takes a look around the sports landscape before homing in on the discouraging comments Colorado Head Coach Deion Sanders made about former players. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

On this episode, Zach recaps the first week of the NBA Playoffs and gives his thoughts on each series moving forward. After a brief trip across the pond to talk about the Premier League title race, Zach looks at this year's NFL Draft, which kicks off tonight. Thanks for tuning in, and God Bless!

On this episode, Zach returns from a two-week hiatus to discuss what happened at UFC 300. Zach also dives into the Premier League title race, as well as gives his take on the upcoming 2024 Olympic basketball team. Zach closes with a look at the NBA Playoff bracket and gives his rather bold picks on certain matchups. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach takes a look at each fight on UFC 300 and makes his picks. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

On this episode, Zach breaks down the Final Four and gives his pick on who will cut down the nets in Phoenix. Zach also dives into the NBA, UFC and the ever-intensifying Premier League title race. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

In this episode, Zach gives his take on the state of the transfer portal in college athletics, the debate surrounding Caitlin Clark as her collegiate career comes to an end, and the overaction to NBA title contenders' recent losses. Zach also provides some JMU specific updates as Preston Spradlin will be the new head coach for JMU Basketball, as well as a look at some updates from the spring football practices. Thanks for tuning in on this Good Friday and God Bless! When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. John 19:30

On this episode, Zach recaps the crazy 1st weekend of March Madness. We also take a look at the US Men's National team landscape. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach breaks down this year's March Madness bracket and gives his picks for who will be cutting down the nets when it's all said and done. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach breaks down the recent UFC 299 card from Miami, and also dives into all the latest NFL news as Free Agent Frenzy has begun! Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

The Broncos have cut quarterback Russell Wilson, and Zach tells you what you need to know about it along with other NFL pre-free agency news. Zach takes a quick whip around the sports world before landing in Miami to breakdown UFC 299, where Sean O'Malley defends his bantamweight crown against Chito Vera. Thanks for tuning in and God bless!

Zach takes a step away from objectivity to preview his school, James Madison University, and its upcoming 2024 football season. Zach updates you on the new staff and new players to this Dukes roster. Zach also predicts the starting lineup and record in a schedule breakdown, with some game picks fans of the Dukes may not like. Thanks for tuning in and God bless!

In this week's episode, Zach tackles the raging debate around court storming in college basketball. Continuing on the hardwood, Zach scopes out the NBA landscape as the final push to the playoffs begins. Zach also recaps the big matchups from UFC Mexico City this past weekend. To close it out, Zach addresses the hottest topics in the English Premier League, as well as a few College Football news stories. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach is back for a breakdown of an excellent UFC 298 card that capped off with Ilia Topuria upsetting Alexander Volkanovski to capture Featherweight gold. Tune in to hear Zach's thoughts on that fight, as well as what is next for Volkanovski, Robert Whittaker and others. Man City dropped points at Chelsea, and Zach is here to give you a recap of the game and the other big results around the English Premier League. Capping it off, Zach looks at the sad state of the NBA All Star game. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach recaps the Super Bowl after he correctly predicted that the Chiefs would edge out the 49ers. Zach also weighs in on the GOAT debate. Aston Villa fell to Manchester United, All-Star weekend approaches, and Zach gives you his thoughts on it all surrounding the Premier League and the NBA. Closing it out, Alex the Great Volkanovski defends his featherweight belt against Ilia Topuria at UFC 298, and Zach predicts the major fights on the card. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach breaks down the Super Bowl and makes his predictions for Super Bowl 58 between the Chiefs and the 49ers. Zach also takes a look at this year's All-Star teams in the NBA, and maybe advocates a little too hard for Trae Young. Wrapping it up, Zach gives a look at the Premier League landscape as the season reaches a crucial time period for title contenders Arsenal, Liverpool, Aston Villa and Man City. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!

Zach takes a first look at this year's Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Fransico 49ers, and also discusses an interesting and potentially harmful topic for the NFL. Following a quick whip around the NBA, Zach also talks Inter Miami and latest with Messi Mania, as well as Jake Paul fighting yet another pro boxer in March. Thanks for tuning in and God Bless!