Best U.s. Naval Academy Sports Podcasts (2024)

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The Navy Blitz, Volume 1: Aggressive Defense and Balanced Offense Fuel the Mids' Solid Win Over Temple 10:34

4d ago10:34

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Send us a text In Today's episode, we’re launching our first installment of the Navy Blitz. Here, you’re going to get all of the insights and commentary on the most recent Navy football game. We’ll start by breaking down the Mids’ opponent, move on and talk about the keys to the game, and analyze the big plays. And finally, we’ll check out some of …

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New Football Season, New Look: The Hybrid Wing-T Era Begins at Navy 23:03

12d ago23:03

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Send us a text Can Navy football overcome last season's scoring struggles with their new Hybrid Wing-T offense? Join me, Karl Darden, as we break down Navy's home opener against Bucknell in their first meeting in nearly a century. We’ll take an in depth look at some of the key players on both sides of the ball and check out how the Navy offense exe…

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Not For Self: Breaking Down the Navy Women's Tennis Team's Championship Season 36:30

2M ago36:30

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Send us a text Today on Navy Sports Central, we celebrate the Navy Women's Tennis Team's exciting run to their first Patriot League Championship! Coach Keith Puryear sits down with us to share how the team laid the groundwork in the fall to put them in the best possible position to compete for the title in the spring. He'll also take us through the…

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Start the Countdown: A Look At Navy Athletics' Top 10 Most Memorable Moments of the Season 38:26

2M ago38:26

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Send us a text It's time to celebrate the accomplishments of Navy athletes over the last year! Join us as we take a look back at the top 10 most memorable moments in Navy sports. First, we'll get you caught up on how things are looking with the Navy Football team with the season just around the corner. You'll get an update on the defense, and the n…

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The NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships: One Mid's Experience 42:55

3M ago42:55

42:55

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! The conclusion of the 2024 sports season saw the Men's and Women's Outdoor Track & Field teams continue their streak of Patriot League Championships. Meanwhile, the Women's Tennis team came from behind in dramatic fashion to win their first ever title. W…

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Alyssa Pangalo: High School, Graduation, and the U.S. Naval Academy 15:30

4M ago15:30

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On the Mic today is Alyssa Pangalo, a fellow radio show host and member of this year's graduating high school class. Alyssa reflects back on the best and worst memories from high school, and gives advice to current high school students. She tells us about her future plans to attend the U.S. Naval Academy, and gives an inside look into her experienc…

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Music Mic: Taylor Swift, Megan Moroney, and Morgan Wallen 10:53

5M ago10:53

10:53

On the Mic today is a special guest that everybody loves: music! Tune in to hear Marley's review of Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poet's Department, and her recommendations for new songs from Morgan Wallen and Megan Moroney.By KMIH 88.9 The Bridge

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Making a Statement: Navy Women's Lacrosse Beats Army to Clinch the Star Series 46:54

5M ago46:54

46:54

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! The Mids continued their strong month of April by chalking up two big wins over Army and two Patriot League Championships in women's golf and women's tennis. Meanwhile the Men's Rugby team advance to the College Rugby Association National Championship ga…

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Ball to Bat & Bat to Ball: A Conversation with Navy Baseball Hitting Coach Jeff Kane 39:03

5M ago39:03

39:03

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! The Army-Navy Star series looks like it could go down to the wire!. Find out how the Women's Tennis team came from behind to post a huge win in our sports update. We'll also get caught up on both track & field and lacrosse teams. And you're not going to …

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Inside the Music Industry: AJ Kross 14:55

6M ago14:55

14:55

Today is a throwback episode from Marley's old show, Background Noise - but this was too great of a guest not to bring to this show too! On the Mic today country singer and songwriter, AJ Kross. We talked music and the industry: AJ walks us through how he entered the music world, what inspires his songs, and his experience as an artist in Nashville…

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Navy Sports Central Rewind: The 2004 Navy Men's Lacrosse Team's Season to Remember 37:01

6M ago37:01

37:01

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we're going to jump into the Navy Sports Central time machine and revisit the 2004 Navy Men's Lacrosse team's unforgettable season. This year marks the 20th anniversary of their magical run to the Final Four. And in our Deep Dive segment,…

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Heidi Strickler: Advice for Athletes from a Sports Dietitian 33:23

6M ago33:23

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On the mic today is Heidi Strickler: Heidi is a registered sports dietitian, as well as a competitive endurance athlete, and she uses her knowledge of nutrition and her personal experiences as an athlete to spread awareness and education around the critical topics that affect the sports world. Heidi covers how athletes can fuel to reach their peak …

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Susie Casserd: Battling an Eating Disorder 44:48

6M ago44:48

44:48

Today, Marley is joined on the mic by Susie Casserd: Susie is an eating disorder survivor, and after her long journey battling the illness, she has used her experience to coach others through their challenges with food. Eating disorders are the most deadly mental health illness, and a critical topic that necessitates more frequent discussion. When …

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Adaptability & Collaboration: How the Navy Women's Swimming & Diving Team Continues to Outshine Their Competition 39:36

7M ago39:36

39:36

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In today's episode, you'll get a complete update you on the Army-Navy Star Series, where in the month of February we saw some truly exceptional performances and record-breaking moments. On the biggest weekend of the Star Competition all year, outstanding…

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Robyn McGillis: Facing the Challenges in Female Sports 14:30

7M ago14:30

14:30

On the mic is Robyn McGillis, owner and co-founder of Wildwood Running, a nonprofit organization that educates athletes around crucial topics such as nutrition, body image, and performance anxiety. Robyn is a former collegiate runner and coach of Central Catholic’s cross country and track teams in Portland, OR. She and her co-founder Marie Markham …

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Jenifer Baker: Entrepreneurship and Owning a Small Business 13:44

8M ago13:44

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Marley is on the mic with Jenifer Baker, owner and founder of Technique Pilates and Fitness Studio. Technique is a boutique studio on Mercer Island, WA, specializing in an intimate fitness class experience. Tune in to hear Jenifer's experience as a small business owner, her relationship with fitness, and the advice she gives for aspiring entreprene…

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Forging a Championship Culture: Navy Men's Swimming & Diving Coach Bill Roberts Shares His Thoughts 39:15

8M ago39:15

39:15

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! We are back with a terrific start to the new year! In our sports update, we will be checking in with the Track & Field and Wrestling teams. And you will also get an nice breakdown of men's basketball team's exciting win over Army. Then, be sure to stay w…

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Total Disruption: Unveiling the Effects of Transfer Portal on College Football and Breaking Down the CFP's Latest Screw Up 31:15

9M ago31:15

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we will take a look at the college transfer portal and how it has basically become college football's version of the free agent market. We will also critique the controversial final rankings of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee post…

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Navy's Magnificent Seven: Behind the Scenes with the Women's Triathlon Team 47:45

10M ago47:45

47:45

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Get ready to step into the shoes of the Navy Women's Triathlon Team as they gear up for the NCAA championships in Tempe, Arizona. We promise an exciting journey that not only explores the physical and mental preparation these athletes undertake but also …

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Back on Course: My Conversation With Navy Women's Rowing Coach Joe Schlosberg 46:40

11M ago46:40

46:40

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we'll be taking a closer look at one the most quietly successful athletic programs at Annapolis, the Navy Women's Rowing team. Coach Joe Schlosberg will join us to talk about the impact that COVID had on the team and how his athletes bou…

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Tacking, Jibing, and Running With the Wind: An Inside Look at the Navy Offshore Sailing Program 1:02:14

11M ago1:02:14

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we're charting a course through the world of offshore sailing - a sport where Navy holds an impressive 15 NCAA Championships. Joining me on this maritime adventure is Warren Mazanec, a fellow classmate from '84 and a seasoned veteran of the offsho…

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Passion, Pride & Perseverance: Haley Carter ('06) Talks Navy Soccer and Her Mission to Grow the Women's Professional Game 1:10:13

1y ago1:10:13

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! It's been a great start to the fall sports season. The volleyball team is riding a seven-match winning streak, the water polo team knocked off two ranked opponent's on their way to moving up in the national rankings, and the women's soccer team enters le…

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Gear Up! A Deep Dive into the Triathlon World With Navy Coach Billy Edwards 1:07:53

1y ago1:07:53

1:07:53

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! The fall sports season is just cranking up, and we'll be joined by Billy Edwards, the head coach of Navy's newest varsity sport, the Women's Triathlon. Coach Edwards discusses his athletic career at Annapolis and how he first became exposed to the triath…

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Catch, Drive, Finish, Recovery: My Conversation With Navy Rowing Hall of Famer Sean Coughlin 1:02:56

1y ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we are joined by former rower Sean Coughin from the Class of '87. He's is a Navy Sports Hall of Famer, and he provides us with some insightful and very real perspective on the challenges of competing at the international level. Sean takes us throu…

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Sudden Impact: Navy Sprinter and Wide Receiver Nathan Kent's Journey to Annapolis . . . A Parent's Blueprint for Success. 46:36

1y ago46:36

46:36

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, you will have a chance to learn more about Nathan Kent, one of the Naval Academy's outstanding young athletes, as we sit down with his mom and former track and field star, Maura Kent. Nathan's rise to success in both track and football i…

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Celebrating the Top 10 Moments In Navy Sports This Year 34:48

1+ y ago34:48

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we'll be celebrating the Top 10 Navy Sports Moments of the 2022-23 season. These selections were based their impact the program, their overall significance (regular or post season) and record-breaking performances. Join us as we relive t…

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UNDEFEATED - A Look at Navy Rugby's Amazing National Championship Run 48:40

1+ y ago48:40

48:40

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we have a very special guest who will take us through the Navy Rugby team's amazing run to the national championship. We'll talk with him about what it means to coach at Annapolis, and some of the keys to the season's success. We'll also…

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Navy Spring Football Practice . . . Breaking It All Down 32:28

1+ y ago32:28

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we'll be breaking down how things went for the football team now that spring practices have been completed. Coach Chestnut has begun overhauling the triple option. And Coach Volker is putting the pieces in place to raise the Navy defense…

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How to Sharpen Your Inner Game - Both On and Off the Field 1:07:06

1+ y ago1:07:06

1:07:06

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, our discussion will focus on the athlete's ongoing quest to sharpen their mental game. Our guest is David Levin, author of Raise Your Inner Game and founder of the Raise Your Inner Game Sports Academy. This is a conversation that you'll find to be…

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Working Together and Staying Connected: Previewing the 2023 Navy Women's Lacrosse Team 1:11:59

1+ y ago1:11:59

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, the Navy Women's Lacrosse team will be front and center. And I'll be joined by an awesome guest who will give us her perspective as both a former player and current coach. And of course, we will have our Question of the Day and Mid Watch segments …

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The Fastest Game on Two Feet: Breaking Down the 2023 Navy Men's Lacrosse Team 55:04

1+ y ago55:04

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we'll be joined in our Deep Dive segment by a very special guest who will give us his insights and perspective on the Navy Men's Lacrosse team. But before that, we're going to revisit a couple of thrilling wins by both the Men's Swimming & Diving …

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Another Saturday Star Series Smackdown 37:59

1+ y ago37:59

37:59

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we'll take a look at some of the terrific performances that led to Navy's sweep of the Black Knights in four different events. The Mids now lead the competition 8-6 with 10 Stars matches to go. And of course, we will have our Question of the Day a…

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Coach Newberry Has the Controls 40:11

1+ y ago40:11

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we'll be introducing a new segment called "Ask Me Anything" where I will be reading and answering your questions on the show. And in our Deep Dive segment we will take a good look at the staff that new Navy Football Coach Brian Newberry has assemb…

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Fair Winds & Following Seas, Coach Niumatalolo . . . We'll Never Forget You 32:00

1+ y ago32:00

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! Today, we'll be discussing the shocking announcement that Coach Ken Niumatalolo will not be returning for a 16th season to lead the Navy Football program. I will share my thoughts on how this came to pass in addition to discussing why this situation was …

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Two Sweet Repeat Performances 51:29

2y ago51:29

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In today’s episode, we’ll check out just how the Mids stunned 20th ranked Central Florida for the second year in a row after being double digit underdogs. We'll also talk about the crazy goal that helped the Navy Men's Soccer bring home their first Patri…

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Ending Bloodlines and Crushing the Competition: A Conversation with Navy Sprinter Molly Mangan 53:42

2y ago53:42

53:42

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In today’s episode, we’ll do a quick recap of the Navy-Temple game and talk about what things look like going into the last four games of the season. We will also talk some men’s and women’s cross country and some of the outstanding athletes on those two…

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"Our" Boys in the Boat: A Visit with Navy Lightweight Rowing Coach Shawn Bagnall 1:10:32

2y ago1:10:32

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we will get you caught up on a few of the fall sports going on right now. I’ll also have an update for you on the Star series. And get ready for a Deep Dive segment that you won't want to miss! We have a returning guest to the show. So w…

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One Clutch Pick + Two Clutch Kicks = A HUGE Navy Win! 27:43

2y ago27:43

27:43

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we’re going to be talking all kinds of football. Join us for a recap of the Army-Navy Sprint football game. Then we will break down the Mids' awesome win over East Carolina. Finally, we'll wrap things up by giving you an in depth look at…

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What If I Told You . . . (New Navy Sports Central Trailer) 0:42

2y ago0:42

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Send us a text We are about a year and a half into our podcast journey here at Navy Sports Central. And I thought that the trailer needed up dating, so here is the new one. It is so much fun putting together these episodes showcasing the terrific athletes at the Naval Academy. I'm looking forward to continuing to bring you this kind of content in t…

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Navy - Delaware Recap: Not Part of the Plan . . . 36:58

2y ago36:58

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this bonus episode, we're going to review the Navy - Delaware game. It definitely wasn't the result we were looking for as Navy fans. The Mids need to clean up a few things before next week's game. Join me and my classmate Mark Storto as we break down…

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The Five Most Important Stats to Dominate in Order to Win College Football Games 27:33

2y ago27:33

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we’re going to get into some numbers by taking a look at the 5 statistics that will determine the winner of just about any college football game today. Then we’re going to apply those statistics to last year’s Army-Navy game to see how w…

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Weekly Weigh Ins and Pancake Blocks: Meet Navy Sprint Football's Ryan Kenneally As Seen Through His Father's Eyes 48:51

2y ago48:51

48:51

Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we’re going to stick with our football theme. This time we’ll be talking a little sprint football. Our guest will be someone with over 30 years of coaching experience, including more than a few coaching his sons. I’ll also share a few th…

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Navy Quarterback Tai Lavatai Up Close & Personal: From the Person Who Knows Him Best 37:29

2y ago37:29

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode we'll be joined by the one person who I guarantee knows Navy quarterback Tai Lavatai better than anyone else on the planet. You definitely don't want to miss that conversation. We'll also have a new Question of the Day and let you know th…

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Here Are Your Top 10 Navy Sports Moments for the '21-'22 Season 27:00

2y ago27:00

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode we’re going to take a look back at the past year in Navy Sports. I’m going to give you what I think were the top 10 moments in this record-breaking season. So please join us! You can compare my list to yours and decide if I got things rig…

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Newton's 2nd Law Applied to Running: A Navy Grad's Perspective on Track & the Boston Marathon 1:04:30

2+ y ago1:04:30

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we’ll be talking track & field with a very special guest who was a member of the Navy Men’s cross Country and Track teams. He’ll be giving us his perspective on race strategy, coaching, and running at the master’s level. And he’ll even t…

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A Shocking Upset & A Bowl Game Slugfest (20 Years of Navy's Triple Option - Part 3) 42:12

2+ y ago42:12

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we will finish up our look back at 20 years of Triple Option football at Navy by checking out two more games from the Ken Niumatalolo era that represent significant milestones in his coaching career. And we will see how the spring sports…

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Running Point on Women's Basketball in the ACC: A Conversation With Mary McElroy 1:07:20

2+ y ago1:07:20

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we will be joined by a very special guest who has over 3 decades of experience working in college athletics. She’ll provide us with some insight on a couple of her key roles as well as give us her perspective on recruiting and the colleg…

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A Triple Option Savant, A Perfect 4 For 4, and Two Unbreakable(?) Records 32:53

2+ y ago32:53

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! In this episode, we will continue with our look at 20 years of the Triple Option at Navy by breaking down two particularly memorable games against Air Force and Army. I’ll also discuss a couple records held by a Navy player that may not ever be broken. A…

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Men's Lacrosse Wins Big, A Navy-Pitt Connection, and Navy Sports' Mount Rushmore 51:23

2+ y ago51:23

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! This episode represents a little bit of a milestone for the podcast. Navy Sports Central's first full episode was released exactly one year ago today on March 25th, 2021. We're going to talk a little bit more about the men's lacrosse teams big win over J…

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Navy's Triple Option Turns 20! 33:09

2+ y ago33:09

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Send us a text Welcome to Navy Sports Central - The Official Podcast of the Navy Sports Nation! This upcoming football season, Navy’s triple option celebrates its 20th year, and this episode will be the first in a series where we will showcase one of the Mids’ signature wins under Coach Niumatalolo. And of course, we will have an update on some of …

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