Archive
Interviews
- Augie Garrido
- The Longhorns head baseball coach joins us again to talk about Carson Kainer and the kidney operation he's about to go through (7/5/06).
- Carson Kainer
- Always a great friend of the show, Longhorn's senior outfielder Carson Kainer joins us to talk about the craziness that this offseason has been for him and about the transplant he's going to recieve from his father (7/5/06).
- Keenan Robinson
- Plano East linebacker Keenan Robinson talks to TSW about why he decided to play for Mack Brown and the Texas Longhorns and breaks down his game for us (6/14/06).
- Texas Baseball Roundtable
- In the Texas Baseball Roundtable we have an opportunity to sit down and talk with Junior OF Carson Kainer, Junior OF Hunter Harris, and Junior 1B Chance Wheeless about the Big XII Tournament, their first opponent for the NCAA Tournament and much more (5/31/06).
- Augie Garrido
- The Texas Longhorns head baseball coach joins us again to talk about his team and their upcoming match-up against UTA in the NCAA tournament (5/31/06).
- Zack Pianalto
- Springdale HS tight end Zack Pianalto talks about his commit to play for Mack Brown, his adjustment to the Longhorn's offense, and the idea of returning to his home state of Arkansas to play the Razorbacks (5/17/06).
- Carson Kainer
- Kainer, who leads the Texas baseball team in batting average and RBIs, joins us on Texas Sports Weekly to talk about his team's potential run the CWS, among other things. Interupting us midway through the interview is Texas head coach Augie Garrido for an amusing exchange (5/10/06).
- Augie Garrido
- The Longhorn's head baseball coach talks to Ross after the Texas State game, a game won on clutch hitting as opposed to clutch getting hit-by-pitch. -The winning run of both the previous two games were brought home on bases loaded HBPs (5/3/06).
- Bradley Suttle
- Longhorns freshman second baseman Bradley Suttle talk to TSW after the Texas State game where he scored the winning run (5/3/06).
- Cody Johnson
- Waller High School junior Cody Johnson talks to Ross about his commit to UT and why so many players are committing to the Horns early (5/3/06).
- Malcolm Williams
- Garland High School wide receiver Malcolm Willams talks to us about his commitment to the University of Texas and his recovery from a broken foot that sidelined him for half of last season (4/19/06).
- Tray Allen
- Top offensive line prospet Tray Allen talks with Ross about why he chose UT, what kind of player he is, and talks about another key recruit he's trying to convince to come with him (4/19/06).
- David Fisher
- Tray Allen's head coach at South Grand Prairie joins us to talk about the recruiting process and what Texas fans can expect from Allen when he arrives in Austin (4/19/06).
- John Brantley Sr.
- Former Florida quarterback John Brantley Sr joins us to talk about his son, John Brantley Jr's commitment to play football for UT (4/12/06).
- Drew Kelson
- Drew Kelson joins us again on Texas Sports Weekly to talk about the Spring Football game and the team's development on defense (4/5/06).
- Bill Frisbie
- Writer for Inside Texas joins us to talk about the Texas Basketball team's loss to LSU and the future for LaMarcus Aldridge. We then talk with Bill about Texas Football, including the QB controversy, the improvment of Henry Melton, and the health of Jordan Shipley (3/29/06).
- Rick Barnes
- Texas Head Basketball Coach Rick Barnes talks about what went wrong in his team's tough loss to Oklahoma State and their readiness for the NCAA tournament (2/22/06).
- Bill Shoening
- The voice of the San Antonio Spurs, Bill Shoening drops by to talk about the Spurs season, impact players down the streach, and toughest test in the playoffs (2/22/06).
- Brad Buckman
- An interview with Texas Forward Brad Buckman on his teammates, the loss to OU, the upcoming games on the schedule, and his favorite nickname (2/8/06).
- Andy Reese
- Pitcher for the University of Texas Baseball team, who talks about the losses, the pressure of starting with a No. 1 ranking, Augie Garrido's style of coaching, important players on the team you may not have heard about, and what he thinks of the new NCAA Baseball video game (2/8/06).
- Richard Justice
- An interview with Richard Justice of the Houston Chronicle, who lets us know who is making the final decisions in the Houston Texans' draft. He also talks about the wild weekend in the NFL and the future of the Houston Astros organization (1/18/06).
- Chip Brown
- Chip Brown of the Dallas Morning News talks about whether or not the Houston Texans should take Vince, the Longhorns answer at quarterback next year, his study on Texas fans' opinions of Greg Davis, and the recent big wins for the Texas basketball team (1/11/06).
- Will Allen
- Ross interviews Texas Guard Will Allen about the Rose Bowl and his style of play (12/28/05).
- Michael Griffin
- Texas Safety Michael Griffin talks about shutting down the USC offense and the possibility of winning the natioal championship game on his birthday. The guy jabbering in the background is CB Tarrell Brown, who Michael stops to talk about (12/28/05).
- Tarell Brown
- As a follow-up to the Michael Griffin interview, Texas Cornerback Tarell Brown talks about his unit's chemistry (12/28/05).
- David Thomas
- Texas Tight End David Thomas (12/28/05).
- Brian Robison
- We talk to Texas Defensive End Brian Robison about the Big XII title game and the importance of stopping Reggie Bush. Interupting midway through the interview is WR Limas Sweed, who points out the tremendous size of Robison's biceps (12/21/05).
- Aaron Ross
- Texas Cornerback and Punt Returner Aaron Ross (12/21/05).
- Michael Huff
- Texas Safety Michael Huff (12/21/05).
- Roger Wallace
- Sideline Reporter for the Longhorn Sports Network Roger Wallace (12/21/05).
- Drew Kelson
- Texas Linebacker Drew Kelson (12/7/05).
- Henry Melton
- Texas Running Back Henry Melton (11/30/05).
- Dan Weiner
- KVR-TV producer and host of College Pressbox Dan Weiner (11/16/05).
- Robert Nathan
- Austin American-Statesman correspondant Robert Nathan (11/9/05).
- John McClain
- Houston Chronicle columnist John McClain (11/2/05).
- Coco Reed
- Texas Senior Guard Coco Reed (10/26/05).
- Melanie Hauser
- Golf Writer Melanie Hauser (10/05/05).
- Mark Manning
- Mary Hardin Baylor DE Mark Manning (09/07/05).
Segments, Clips, etc.
- Message to Barry
- Ross has a message for Barry Bonds (4/5/06).
- Rick Barnes invents a word
- In an attempt to most accurately describe the Longhorn's loss to LSU in the Elite Eight, Rick Barnes invents a spectacular new word (3/29/06).
- Drew Rosenhaus is a tool
- Most self-explanatory title of all.
- Olympic Battleship
- Ross takes you into the dramatic event that could be: "Battleship" (yes, as in the board game) at the Olympics (3/1/06).
- Scary Voice Intro
- Ross trys to give his new intro guy the boot (2/1/06).
- Vince's Media Guy
- According to Vince Young, Ross is in his immediate family (1/11/06).
- Stanford Sex
- Stanford is in trouble with the NCAA, but not for what you think (1/11/06).
- Top Play of 2005
- Ross recaps his top play in college football this year (12/14/05).
- Ricky and Earl can zap regular longhorns into robolonghorns
- Ross answers a wonderfully ridiculous email (12/7/05).
- 2005 Longhorns Basketball
- Meet the starters for the Longhrons Men's Basketball team (11/9/05).
- National Title pick
- Texas Sports Weekly's midseason National Title pick inspired by Kevin Thurston (10/26/05).
- Samardzija clip
- Apparently Ross likes saying "Samardzija" (10/05/05).
- 1941 Rose Bowl
- The story of the 1941 Rose Bowl, which should have been the Longhorns' first Rose Bowl (10/05/05).
- Montana Mazurkiewicz
- The amazing story of Montana Mazurkiewicz (09/28/05).
- Who the Hell is Billy Pittman?
- After the Ohio State game, Ross answers the question on many Longhorn fan's minds(09/14/05).
Shows
- Episode 45
- It's the final episode of Texas Sports Weekly...and the first episode of the Inside Texas Podcast. On the show we're talking college football as Ross lays out a scenario that would be great for the sport and terrible for the BCS (those two seem to go hand-in-hand so very often). Then we look at Vince Young's contract situation in Tennessee and Young's relationship with his agent and family attorney, Major Adams. All that and more on the final episode of Texas Sports Weekly.
- Episode 44
- We're talking NBA Draft, recruiting news, and more on this week's episode of Texas Sports Weekly. Joining us this week are Texas baseball head coach Augie Garrido and senior outfielder Carson Kainer.
- Episode 43
- This week we're scattershooting at a variety of topics. What's the latest with Ramonce Taylor and the UT football team? Where will LaMarcus Aldridge, P.J. Tucker, and Daniel Gibson go in tonight's NBA Draft? Who are the starting linebackers going to be with the Cowboys and how are they going to handle their protection issues on the offensive side of the ball? All that and more.
- Episode 42
- On this edition of Texas Sports Weekly we're talking more college football. Who's the No. 1 team going into next season? Ross breaks down the top contenders and gives you his top three. Then we look at the playmakers on the Texas Longhorns football team who are going to have to step up if the Horns are going to have any shot at getting to Tempe this coming season and we also have a look at some freshmen who may have a big impact this season. Finally, Ross gives a quick review of the NBA Finals and what went wrong for the Mavericks (besides horrendous officiating).
- Episode 41
- Texas Sports Weekly is back! After a one-week hiatus, TSW is rolling along again. On this show we take a quick look back at the Longhorn's college baseball season, which ended abruptly with a loss to N.C. State in regional play. We then move on and look ahead to next year's college football season and have a look at the quarterback situation the Horns are dealing with and also ask: who are the leaders going be? Then we bring on another player in continuing series on the 2007 recruiting class. This week's guest is Plano East LB Keenan Robinson.
- Episode 40
- Texas baseball is definitely the theme of this edition of Texas Sports Weekly. The main feature of the show is the "Texas Baseball Roundtable," where we have a opportunity to sit down and chat with Texas Junior OF Carson Kainer, Senior OF Hunter Harris, and Junior 1B Chance Wheeless about the Big XII tournament, their upcoming match-up with UTA in the NCAA tournament and much more. Then we hear from Texas head coach Augie Garrido about his team and the tournament. All that and more.
- Episode 39
- We start off by talking about the incoming freshman for Texas Longhorns Football and which ones are going to make contributions next season...including the Longhorn's OTHER quartertback, whom you may not have heard about. Then we move on to basketball, where we examine the latest committment to Rick Barnes' squad and how this essentially new basketball team will affect the Horns' style of play. Next, we preview the Big XII baseball tournament and the funky new round robin system (not funky as in good, funky and funky). Finally we look at the NBA and the Dallas Mavericks' improbable run...and a rant from Ross about LeBron James you don't want to miss.
- Episode 38
- Oh Ramonce, we barely knew thee...ok, actually we did, all too well. On this show, we look at the Ramonce Taylor debacle, the transfer rumors surrounding Mike Williams, and take a listener email regarding a school that mysteriously disappeared form UT's football schedule. Joining us this week is Springdale HS tight end Zack Pianalto to talk about his commit to play for Mack Brown, his adjustment to the Longhorn's offense, and the idea of returning to his home state of Arkansas to play the Razorbacks.
- Episode 37
- Football, basketball, and, most especially, baseball on this edition of Texas Sports Weekly. We first talk about the bizare Darell Arthur commitment to Kansas in basketball, then go to Texas football, where we look down the road at future opponents, and wrap it up with Texas Baseball and an interview with Junior Outfielder Carson Kainer.
- Episode 36
- Guests aplenty this week on the show. We'll start off with a recap of this weekend's NFL Draft, including where the former Longhorns went and what mistake teams make year after year. Then we feature another recruit for the '07 Longhorns, Waller HS running back Cody Johnson. Then we talk Texas Baseball and are joined by head coach Augie Garrido and freshman 2b Bradley Suttle.
- Episode 35
- More Longhorns are turning pro...maybe. On this episode of Texas Sports Weekly, we talk about P.J. Tucker and Daniel Gibson's decisions to put their names into the NBA Draft. We also talk about the state of recruiting in college sports and take a look at this weekend's NFL Draft.
- Episode 34
- Call it a "Texas Recruiting Special" if you wish. On this edition of Texas Sports Weekly we've got three guests all here to talk about the 2007 Texas Football recruiting class. You'll hear from South Grand Prairie standout and No. 1 offensive line prospect Tray Allen about his commit to UT and you'll also hear from his head coach, David Fisher, about the recruiting process and what Longhorn fans can expect to see from Allen when he get to Austin. Finally, we talk to Garland wide receiver Malcolm Williams about his commitment and his progress returning from the broken foot that sidelined him for half of last football season. All that plus Texas Baseball on this show.
- Episode 33
- LaMarcus is gone, Barnes and Gibson are staying, and it's who knows with PJ. On this edition of Texas Sports Weekly we talk Texas Basketball, Texas Football, and NFL. Joining us is former Florida quarterback John Brantley Sr, father of Texas football recruit John Brantley Jr, to talk about his son's commitment to the University of Texas.
- Episode 32
- Spring football has come to a close, and we have significantly fewer questions...but just about the same amount about the quarterbacks. On this episode we talk Texas Football and hear from Mack Brown about the QBs. Joining us this week is Texas linebacker Drew Kelson to talk about the Spring Game and the development of the defense. Also we've got NFL Draft talk and a message to Barry Bonds.
- Episode 31
- On this episode of Texas Sports Weekly you'll hear from Rick Barnes, P.J. Tucker, Daniel Gibson, and LaMarcus Aldridge about the loss and looking ahead to next season. Also, joining us on the show is Bill Frisbie, writer for Inside Texas, to talk about the Texas Basketball team and their loss to LSU. Then we talk to Bill about Spring Football and what we'll see at Saturday's spring game.
- Episode 30
- Two major topics dominate the headlines and dominate Texas Sports Weekly this week: NCAA Basketball and Terrell Owens. In the first half of the show you'll hear from Rick Barnes and Brad Buckman and get a breakdown of the Horns' first two and next two games in their run to the Final Four. Then, we talk about the insanity that is Terrell Owens and everything that surrounds the Cowboy's...that's right Cowboy's wide receiver.
- Episode 29
- The field is set and March Madness is here on this week's edition of Texas Sports Weekly. On the show is a breakdown of the Horns' position in the NCAA tourney and potiential match-ups they'll face. We've also got Texas Baseball, MLB, and NFL talk on this show.
- Episode 28 (Big XII Tournament Special)
- In a special Monday edition of Texas Sports Weekly, Ross previews the Big XII basketball tournament and talks about the Horns' chances at a Final Four run. On the show you'll hear from Daniel Gibson and Brad Buckman about the blowout win over OU and what they need to do to win in Dallas.
- Episode 27
- The football of Fall is gone and Spring is here bringing...Spring Football. In this show show you'll hear from Mack Brown on the team's preparation and who he's named as the starting quarterback. Mack will also weigh in on the bizare set of circumstances surrounding Vince Young. Plus: more NFL combine, Texas Basketball, and Olympics wrap-up.
- Episode 26
- Joining us this week are Texas Head Basketball Coach Rick Barnes and the voice of the San Antonio Spurs, Bill Shoening. We also talk Texas Basketball, Texas Football, Austin Wranglers, Olympics, Baseball, and NBA.
- Episode 25
- "Team Vince," the group of people in charge of preparing Vince Young for the NFL has made some pretty strange decisions, if not downright terrible. We discuss these choices and Young's future on this edition of Texas Sports Weekly. We've also got Texas Baseball, Texas Basketball, and Olympics news and talk.
- Episode 24
- On this show you'll hear from Coach Rick Barnes and the Texas players about their push towards the Final Four in Indy, including an interview with Texas Forward Brad Buckman. You'll also hear an interview with Andy Reese, Pitcher for the Texas Baseball team, and Ross' reactions to this year's Super Bowl.
- Episode 23
- National Signing Day is here and the Texas Longhorns ink a 25-member recruiting class which covers almost every position. On this week's show you'll hear from head coach Mack Brown and get information about the players that will be suiting up for the Longhorns next year. Also, the Super Bowl is upon us and Ross breaks down the most important match-ups between Seattle and Pittsburgh. Finally, we talk about the Texas Basketball team's loss to OU and NFL draft.
- Episode 22
- The Super Bowl is set, Texas Basketball is rolling, Texas Baseball is gearing up, Senior Bowl, NFL Draft, recruiting, and NBA controversies a plenty.
- Episode 21
- Texas Basketball and the hot streak they're on, last weekend's championship celebration, including the "allegations" surrounding the event, and the NFL head coaching carousel. Joining Ross on the show is Houston Chronicle Sportswriter Richard Justice, who lets us know who is making the final decisions in the Houston Texans' draft. He also talks about the wild weekend in the NFL and the future of the Houston Astros organization.
- Episode 20
- Vince Young's decision, Stanford's trouble with the NCAA, and the NFL draft. Also, joining us on the show is Chip Brown of the Dallas Morning News, who talks about whether or not the Houston Texans should take Vince, the Longhorns answer at quarterback next year, Chip's study on Texas fans' opinions of Greg Davis, and the recent big wins for the Texas basketball team.
- Episode 19 (Rose Bowl Special)
- In the special Sunday edition of Texas Sports Weekly, we talk about Vince's decision, his future in the NFL, a big opportunity for another Texas Quarterback, the top teams for next college football season, and then breakdown the Longhorn's National Championship win.
- Episode 18
- The final show before the Rose Bowl. We wrap up our three part breakdown of the game by talking about special teams, as well as the coaches that can make a differenee in this game. As well as hearing comments from Mack Brown and Vince Young, we get one-on-one interviews with Will Allen, Michael Griffin, and Tarell Brown.
- Episode 17
- Rose Bowl, Texas Football, and more Rose Bowl. Part two of our three part series breaking down the Rose Bowl match-up. This week: The Texas Defense vs. the USC Offense. We're joined by three players on the UT defense who talk about stopping USC. We also talk to Roger Wallace of the Longhorn Sports Network about key match-ups in this game.
- Episode 16
- A recap of "Black Saturday," which included the Texas Men's Basketball team getting blown out by Duke and Vince Young getting blown out in the Heisman voting. Also, part one of our three-part breakdown of the Rose Bowl. This week: the Texas offense vs. the USC defense.
- Episode 15
- Recap of the Big XII title game blowout, a look ahead to the Rose Bowl, Vince's Heisman chances, and an interview with Texas Linebacker Drew Kelson.
- Episode 14
- Texas stummbled at Kyle Field but still came out with a win. On the show we break down the Aggie game, talk Big XII Championship, and discuss BCS possibilities. On the program this week: Texas Running Back Henry Melton.
- Episode 13
- College football, NFL football, NHL, NBA, College Basketball...the great season of sport is here, as is this week's show. We talk Longhorns-Aggies, Texas Basketball's big win in the Guardian's classic tournament, and I take some listener emails about Vince Young and the NFL.
- Episode 12
- Dan Weiner from KVR-TV comes on TSW to talk about the sports world. Dan and Ross discuss the Kansas Blowout, A&M game, MLB's new steroids policy, and a whole lot of NFL.
- Episode 11
- Texas Football steamrolling towards the national title game, Texas Basketball also No. 2 and gearing up for a run at the Final Four, NFL football, listener emails, and high school football with Austin American-Statesman writer Robert Nathan.
- Episode 10
- OSU comeback, the upcoming trip to Baylor, the logic beind the hideously ugly Florida and Virginia Tech Jerseys, and an interview with Houston Chronicle columnist John McClain.
- Episode 09
- A review of the Horns obliteration of the Tech offense, a preview of Texas' road game against 1-AA Oklahoma State, listener emails, World Series action, and UT Women's Basketball.
- Episode 08
- A preview of the air show that will take place at DKR on Saturday, a review of the Colorado game, Cat Osterman's big award, NHL rule changes, and the NBA's dress code.
- Episode 07
- The Longhorn's dismantling of the Sooners, big games in college football, NFL action, and Astros and Longhorns baseball.
- Episode 06
- Texas-OU preview, college football, a little Texas football history, and an interview with senior PGAtour.com writer Melanie Hauser.
- Episode 05
- Texas-Mizzou preview, college football in general, a little NFL, and an amazing story.
- Episode 04
- Rice review, college football this week, BCS ranting, and NFL.
- Episode 03
- Ohio State aftermath, looking ahead, and Texas Volleyball.
- Episode 02
- Texas-Ohio State Preview, Program Profile: Mary Hardin Baylor Football.
- Episode 01
- Season preview show.
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