The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast

1956 Masters champion Jack Burke shares golf tips. 1971 Masters champion Charles Coody and sportswriter Kenny Hand share memories of Jack Burke, who also won the 1956 PGA championship. This is the first of two episodes to celebrate Masters week. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the TownePlace Suites Waco Northeast. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Head coach D.X. Bible shares memories of his time coaching the Texas A&M football team. Members of the 1921 Aggies also recall that season. This episode is in conjunction with a previous episode, "An Oral History of the Texas A&M 12th Man Tradition." The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael hosts and produces the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

D.X. Bible shares his favorite memories from his days as head coach of the University of Texas Longhorns football team. Highlights include memories of the 1941 Longhorns and the story behind them almost playing in the Rose Bowl and the 1939 win that he thought made Texas a winning program. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. The podcast is hosted and produced by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Davey O'Brien and Ki Aldrich share memories of TCU's 1938 national championship football season in lost interview clips recently converted to MP3. Dana X. Bible also shares memoires of TCU coach Dutch Meyer. Also, Upton Bell, son of Philadelphia Eagles founder Bert Bell, shares personal memories of Davey O'Brien. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. The program is hosted and produced by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nolan Richardson shares stories celebrating the 30th anniversary of leading the Arkansas Razorbacks to the national championship in the 1994 NCAA basketball tournament. He also shares memories of growing up in El Paso, playing basketball for legendary coach Don Haskins, and details his final days as head coach at Arkansas. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael hosts and produces the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Head coach Dana X. Bible and members of the 1921 Texas A&M football team share how the Texas A&M 12th Man tradition started in this second episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame's Lost Interview series. These priceless clips are firsthand memories of what started the Texas A&M 12th Man tradition during an upset bowl game victory for the Aggies in the 1922 Dixie Classic. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. It is hosted and produced by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Filmmaker Thaddeus Matula shares how his 30 for 30 documentary Pony Excess came to be, a storyline that he wishes he could have included, and about his other 30 for 30, Brian and the Boz. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights of an interview with Bear Bryant discussing his time at Texas A&M, with stories about the 1956 Hurricane Game against TCU and his 1957 squad. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame has recently digitized some of its cassette collection of interviews. Watch for more interviews in upcoming episodes. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco and hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at TSHOF.org. MwqshZQ0D0XPrA6ObD43 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Rangers players, coaches, and play-by-play announcer Eric Nadel share stories about the magical 2023 season and World Series victory. The conversation was recorded live at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame as part of the Lone Star Luncheon series and the 2024 Texas Rangers Winter Caravan. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North and is hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1892, Galveston Ball teacher James Perkins Richardson established the Lone Star State's first high school football team. His grandchildren share the story in this episode, presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame is the largest sports hall of fame in the nation. Learn more at TSHOF.org. The podcast is hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights of inductees sharing their stories at the 2023 Southwest Conference Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon. Inductees included Kevin Scanlon (Arkansas), Terry Teagle (Baylor), Jolanda Jones (Houston), Ken Stadel (Rice), Amy Benz (SMU), Shaun Jordan (Texas), Terry Price (Texas A&M), Bubba Thornton (TCU), and Gary Ashby (Texas Tech). The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dallas Cowboys legend Bob Lilly hosts a golf tournament at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame each year. The event is attended by many Texas sports legends. Listen to some of their stories in this episode. Learn about Texas Sports Hall of Fame events at Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org). The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 1952 Dallas Texans lasted only one season but were the first NFL team based in Dallas. They are often confused with Lamar Hunt’s Dallas Texans which later became the Kansas City Chiefs. Author Mike Cobern tells the story of the 1952 Texans, a forgotten team unknown to most football fans. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB legend Roger Clemens was the guest at the most recent Lone Star Luncheon hosted by the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Listen to him tell the backstories behind one of his 20 strikeout games and why he didn’t spend his entire career in Boston. Also, learn some pitching secrets from the only pitcher to win 7 Cy Young Awards! The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from the 2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction featuring clips from NFL stars Michael Strahan, Robert Brazile, Adrian Peterson, and Priest Holmes, along with baseball star Jose Cruz, Olympians Cynthia Potter and Carlette Guidry, and Baylor men’s basketball coach Scott Drew. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductee Cynthia Potter discusses her legendary diving career, growing up in Houston, and what it was like for women athletes in the era before Title IX. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductee Carlette Guidry-Falkquay interviews on the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast about her gold medal-winning Olympic career and her exceptional track and field career at Texas. Learn about the 2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet at Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org) and by following the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on social media. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to stories from the inductees of the 2022 Southwest Conference Hall of Fame class, recorded live at the induction luncheon held at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Learn how to attend future Texas Sports Hall of Fame events by visiting Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org) and by following the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on social media. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Golf legend Lee Trevino headlined the first-ever Lone Star Luncheon hosted at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Listen to footage of the event, featuring engaging and often humorous stories told by Trevino in front of a live audience. Learn about future Lone Star Luncheons by visiting Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org) and by following the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on social media. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2022 Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet welcomed eight new members into its illustrious corridors: Olympian Bob Beamon, NBA star Chris Bosh, Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III, NBA star Tony Parker, Olympic gold-medalist Carly Patterson Caldwell, football star Mike Renfro, Baylor basketball star Suzie Snider Eppers, and Olympian Stacy Sykora. The 2023 class has been announced! Tickets for the 2023 Induction are available at induction - Texas Sports Hall of Fame (tshof.org). The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Sports Hall of Fame curator Jay Black tells the stories behind four historic baseballs that are part of the museum's collection, including a ball that was the final out of the 1920 World Series, a ball signed by U.S. president Warren G. Harding, and a ball signed by Babe Ruth when the Yankees traveled to Waco. This episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donna Lopiano opens up about building the University of Texas' women's athletic department and the significance of Title IX. Few have matched Dr. Lopiano's achievements in creating gains for women on and off the field. She also designed one of the most successful programs in the history of women's collegiate athletics. Our Nine for Title IX series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IX with nine episodes featuring women at the forefront of Texas sports history. This episode is presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. #TitleIX #Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nell Fortner, a member of the 2018 Texas Sports Hall of Fame class, shares about her storied basketball coaching career, her outstanding athletic career at the University of Texas, and the importance of Title IX. She is currently the women's basketball coach at Georgia Tech. Our "Nine for Title IX" series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IX with in-depth interviews with nine women who impacted sports history. This episode is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. #TitleIX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sharon Moultrie-Bruner was the first woman to earn All-American honors at Texas Tech. The Pampa, Texas native starred for the Red Raiders track and field team and has coached high school track in Texas for nearly 40 years. Our "Nine for Title IX" series celebrates 50 years of Title IX with nine episodes featuring women who impacted Texas sports. This is Episode Seven and is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. "Nine for Title IX" episodes are released each Thursday through June 23. #TitleIX #TexasTech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Francie Larrieu-Smith made five U.S. Olympic track teams in a span of 20 years. Her athletic career started before Title IX, and she discusses women's athletics before Title IX, setting the world mile record multiple times, and the experience of being the flag bearer for the United States in the 1992 Olympics. Our "Nine for Title IX" series celebrates 50 years of Title IX with nine episodes featuring women who impacted Texas sports. This is Episode Six and is sponsored by the TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. "Nine for Title IX" episodes are released each Thursday through June 23. #TitleIX #USATrack #Running #Legend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenda Goldsmith Hocott was the first woman to earn an athletic scholarship at Texas A&M. The golfer discusses the earliest stages of Texas A&M's women's athletic department and how Title IX impacted not only her, but her family as well. The Nine for Title IX series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IX. New episodes are released each Thursday. This episode is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vicki Brown Sobecki, an All-American swimmer who earned one of the first women's athletic scholarships at Texas A&M discusses the history of Texas A&M's swimming program and how Title IX has lifted women into leadership roles beyond sports. In 2022, the SEC named Vicki as one of the two trailblazers of women's athletics at Texas A&M. The Nine for Title IX series celebrates the 50th anniversary of Title IX, which was signed into law in June of 1972. This is the fourth episode in the series and is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cat Osterman, one of the greatest pitchers in softball history, discusses her love of sports, her tremendous career, and the importance of Title IX. Our "Nine for Title IX" series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IX with nine episodes conveying the history of women's athletics in Texas. This episode is sponsored by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suzie Snider Eppers talks about becoming the first woman to receive an athletic scholarship at Baylor University, the impact of Title IX, and her outstanding basketball career at Baylor. This is the second episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame's Nine for Title IX series, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Title IX. This episode is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stacy Sykora discusses her Olympic volleyball career and the impact of Title IX in the first of our "Nine for Title IX" series to celebrate 50 years of Title IX. This episode is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary Houston Oilers quarterback Warren Moon talks about how he got started in football, his decision to play in the CFL, and his fantastic career with the Houston Oilers. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the TownePlace Suites Waco Northeast. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org. Be sure to follow the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Football managing editor Greg Tepper shares his memories of Dave Campbell, the founder of the iconic magazine. Mr. Campbell, a great friend to the Texas Sports Hall of Fame, passed away in December of 2021. Greg Tepper talks about the early days of the magazine and shares a great story about Dave at Darrell Royal’s birthday party. The episode is the second of two in honor of Dave Campbell. The first was with Houston Chronicle writer John McClain. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John McClain of the Houston Chronicle shares his memories of Dave Campbell, the longtime editor-in-chief of Texas Football. Mr. Campbell was an icon in the state of Texas and an important part of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame community. He passed away in December of 2021. This is episode is the first of two tributes to Dave Campbell. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dallas Cowboys legends Charlie Waters and Billy Joe DuPree share their memories of the Hail Mary Game, the 1975 NFC Divisional Playoff against Minnesota that ended with Drew Pearson's famous touchdown. Before the Cowboys got the ball back for Pearson's touchdown, Waters made one of the biggest plays of his career to allow Dallas to get the ball back with time enough to score. DuPree played a key role in the game-winning play. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. The program is produced and hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at their official website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Players share memories of playing in the Cotton Bowl in the 1960s and 1970s and the seasons leading up to the big game. Featuring Edd Hargett of Texas A&M, Jerry LeVias of SMU, and Alois Blackwell of Houston. Also included are humorous stories from sportswriter Mickey Herskowitz about coaches Bear Bryant and Gene Stallings in the 1968 Cotton Bowl Classic between Alabama and Texas A&M. Groundskeeper George Toma also shares about changing the field over from the Cotton Bowl Classic to the 1966 NFL Championship Game overnight. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. The show is hosted and produced by author and oral historian Jackson Michael (of The Game Before the Money). #CottonBowl #CottonBowlClassic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Sports Hall of Fame curator Jay Black tells the story of one of the Hall’s treasured pieces, the jersey worn by the great Sammy Baugh in the 1937 College All-Star Game. The college all-stars, led by Slingin’ Sammy, defeated the Green Bay Packers, champions of the 1936 NFL season. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Rutherford talks about each of his three Indy 500 wins and tells about the history of racing after World War II. He also shares memories of his early days in racing and the 1963 Daytona 500. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by TownePlace Suites Waco Northeast. Author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Lechler shares stories about his journey to becoming one of the greatest punters in NFL history. He describes what it was like to play for legendary Texas A&M football coach R.C. Slocum., playing high school football in a small town, and his outstanding NFL career. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear stories from the 2020-2021 Texas Sports Hall of Fame class! Inductees included track and field stars Leroy Burrell, Francie Larrieu Smith, and Michele Carter, as well as basketball legends Teresa Weatherspoon and Sophia Young-Malcolm, and football stars DeMarcus Ware, Derrick Johnson, Shane Lechler, and Charlie Waters. Stories were taken from the press conference and induction ceremony. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. The show is produced and hosted by author Jackson Michael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gabe Rivera was a Parade All-American in high school at San Antonio Jefferson. In college, he was a consensus All-American defensive tackle at Texas Tech. A car accident tragically left him paralyzed during his rookie season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Author Jorge Iber discusses Rivera's life and his biography of Rivera, Senor Sack: The Life of Gabe Rivera in this episode. This episode is presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast, and is hosted and produced by author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductee Billy Sims shares about his high school football career in Hooks, Texas, and his road to winning the 1978 Heisman Trophy. This episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author Jackson Michael hosts the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drew Pearson shares about making some of the most celebrated plays in Dallas Cowboys history. Pearson takes us onto the field for his famous Hail Mary catch and his game-winning touchdown against Atlanta in the 1980 NFL Playoffs. He also walks us through his journey to making the Cowboys roster as an undrafted rookie. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Hosted by author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Bagwell shares stories about his illustrious baseball career. Former Houston Astros manager Larry Dierker and longtime Astros broadcaster Bill Brown provide more great stories about Bagwell. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast, and is hosted by author Jackson Michael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Sports Hall of Fame member Jody Conradt and All-American swimmer Vicki Brown-Sobecki shed light on the impact of Title IX in sports and the workforce. Title IX was signed into law on June 23, 1972, and has affected the lives of millions of women, both on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baylor baseball legend Dutch Schroeder shares stories taken from a recently-found recording. The late coach talks about a 1930s Southwest Conference football game between Baylor and Texas as well as his memories of playing and coaching baseball at Baylor. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. Author Jackson Michael is the host and producer of the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Hurst has painted portraits of Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductees for over two decades. The nationally recognized artist discusses his memories of Texas sports history, his friendships with the inductees, and his artwork in this episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast. You can learn more about Robert at https://adamnfineartist.com . The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast releases two episodes per month. The show is sponsored by the TownePlace Suites Waco Northeast. Author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money, We Were the Oilers) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jody Conradt coached the Texas Lady Longhorns to a national championship in 1986 and led the team to two other Final Fours. She won 900 games over her illustrious career. In this episode, she shares memories of the road to the national championship and talks about her days of playing high school basketball and her college days at Baylor. She also discusses how others provided her with opportunities and how she worked to grow the sport of women’s basketball and open doors for future generations. You will hear the legendary coach describe the obstacles the 1985-86 Texas Lady Longhorns overcame to become the first women’s Division 1 NCAA team to complete an undefeated season and about her coaching career before she arrived at the University of Texas. She also recalls the early days of women’s college basketball and the creative ways coaches dealt with limited budgets in the days before Title IX and how coaches worked to help expand the sport into what it's become today. Coach Conradt was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 1998. This episode is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is hosted and produced by Jackson Michael, author of The Game Before the Money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Four SMU basketball legends talk about their coach, Doc Hayes, and the years that SMU dominated the Southwest Conference. Bobby Mills, Rich Herrscher, Max Williams, and Denny Holman share their NCAA tournament memories and stories about great games in SMU history under Coach Hayes, including SMU's Final Four appearance in 1956. Doc Hayes won more Southwest Conference championships than any other coach in history and is the winningest coach in SMU history. He was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 1972. This episode is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North location. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is hosted and produced by Jackson Michael, author of The Game Before the Money. #NCAA #FinalFour #MarchMadness #SMU #CollegeBasketballHistory #TexasSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear legends of the Southwest Conference swap stories in this episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast. Southwest Conference greats such as Heisman Trophy winner Andre Ware and Texas A&M football coach Jackie Sherrill were on hand the first annual Southwest Conferece Legends Golf Tournament and Reunion. The socially-distanced event was hosted by the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at the Clubs of Kingwood in Houston and featured an array of stars playing a round of golf with attendees and a lively reception afterward. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast was on site to record interviews with Ware and Coach Sherrill, along with Bubba Bean, Matt Wingo, Sean Gay, Alois Blackwell, Trevor Cobb, Edd Hargett, and several other of the many SWC athletes who attended the special gathering. This episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. The podcast is hosted and presented by Jackson Michael, author of The Game before the Money and Red, White, and Columbia Blue: Chasing the Dream with the 1979 Houston Oilers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few players have dominated a sport like Maureen Connolly conquered tennis. The teenage phenom captured 9 Grand Slam titles in her three short years of competitive play before a horse riding accident prematurely ended her career. She remains one of only five players to win all four Grand Slam tournaments in a single calendar year and won both Wimbledon and the U.S. Open three times in a row. The United States Post Office honored her and issued the "Little Mo" postage stamp in 2019. Her life continues to impact young tennis players today through the Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation. Listen to her daughter Cindy Brinker Simmons share stories about her mother's amazing tennis career and life, both of which were gone far too soon. Former USTA Texas Section Executive Director Ken McAlister also details the importance of the Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation. This episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. All episodes are hosted and produced by Jackson Michael, author of The Game Before the Money: Voices of the Men Who Built the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices