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The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry

AM 1300 THE ZONE (KVET-AM)

Welcome to “The Morning Kick-Off Show” with Mike “Hardball” Hardge and Olympian & WWE Legend, “The World’s Strongest Man” Mark Henry!

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77:55

Texas vs Ohio State Countdown, Sark Updates, Buckeyes...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/19

Today, we are 11 days away from Texas vs Ohio State, and Coach Sarkisian talked to the media yesterday. Ohio State announced its starting quarterback. The Bengals and Commanders played last night, and it wasn’t good. Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte received an extension. The Cowboys documentary “The Gambler” comes out today. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, conversations with Joe Cook of Inside Texas and On3. Austin Gambler Head Coach Michael Gaffney and voice of the Houston Texans Marc

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77:42

12 Days to Texas vs Ohio State: Sarkisian Updates,...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/18

Today, we are 12 days away from the upcoming big game between our Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Texas football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian addressed the media after Saturday's scrimmage and discussed preparations for the big game, position battles still going on, how key players are responding, and the most significant concerns. We also have some NFL talk as the guys discuss what's going on in Cleveland after Dillion Gabriel's recent comments, Deshaun Watson's possible return, and some

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77:36

Longhorns Media Day Highlights, AP All-Time Team, NBA...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/15

Today, the Texas Longhorns football players met with the media. Colin Simmons talked about the improvement of the defense. CJ Baxter talks about his recovery from last year’s injury—Ryan Wingo discusses the wide receiver group. The Associated Press released the College Football All-Time All-Americans team. NBA schedules were released, and the Spurs will have some interesting games at the Moody Center. What expectations do the guys have in the NFL for the rookie quarterbacks? A “Hardge Knocks Life”

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9:52

Legend of the Locker Room – Lance Gunn

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/14

Today, we have a “Legends of the Locker Room” segment with Lifetime Longhorn defensive back Lance Gunn as he explains what he loves about this Texas Longhorn football team. He emphasizes how important it is for players to buy into the coaching staff and the team’s culture. He shares his feelings on the secondary, and Michael Taaffe represents the #16. He also gives his opinion of Arch Manning and his expectations with Coach Sarkisian opening up the playbook. You can hear it all here on “The Morning

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78:42

Texas Longhorns vs Ohio State Preview | NFL Holdouts,...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/14

Today, we are 16 days away from the University of Texas Longhorns' College Football opener at The Horseshoe to play against the Ohio State Buckeyes. The guys preview the upcoming game. They also talk about the upcoming schedule for the Longhorns. There are some Holdouts in the NFL critical to teams' success. Taylor Swift was excited about this former Longhorn joining the Chiefs last season. What NFL coaches are on the hot seat coming into the season? The Longhorns Women's basketball team played a

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77:14

Sports Betting Controversy, Ohtani News, Sarkisian...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/13

Today, the guys talk about sports betting getting out of hand. Shohei Ohtani has some news issues that have been made public—more audio from Texas Longhorns football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian's meeting with the media on Monday. The Houston Texans love their style of play and are trying to find what's best for their coaching staff. The Dallas Cowboys continue to drive their fans up the wall. US Olympic Track Star Sha'Carri Richardson makes an apology video, well, sort of. College coaches love their

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83:12

Sarkisian Talks Texas Scrimmage, and Arch Manning...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/12

Today, the guys talk about Texas Longhorns Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian speaking with the media yesterday as he talks about the team’s recent scrimmage and how the team is dealing with the Arch Manning hype. Texas is a 2.5 underdog in the opening game against Ohio State. An NFL tiers list is out, and the guys give their opinion on whether anyone is too high or too low. Steelers Defensive Lineman Cameron Heyward threatens to sit out the season for a new contract. Alex Bregman and Carlos Correa

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11:36

Jim Schlossnagle on Rebuilding Hill Country Fields,...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/12

Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schossnagle joined the guys as they talked about him joining the Nolan Ryan Foundation to raise money to replace the baseball fields in the Hill Country after the Central Texas floods. As for the Texas baseball coach, he tells the guys what he has been doing during the offseason. His recruiting efforts are finding guys who fit in at the University of Texas, keeping a leadership pipeline at Texas, and finding left-handed pitching in the transfer portal. He also tells the

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78:45

Texas Longhorns Countdown, Cowboys Woes, NFL Rookie...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/11

Today, the guys talk more about the Texas Longhorn football team as we are less than three weeks away from the start of the college football season. The Dallas Cowboys are making it difficult to cheer for them. The Milwaukee Brewers are one of the best teams in Major League Baseball and deserve more praise. The New York baseball teams continue to struggle. NFL rookies make their preseason debuts, and some quarterbacks balled out. Tom Brady takes shots at Jets fans at his statue unveiling. The Las

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82:27

Texas Longhorns Players Speaks with Media, NFL...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/08

Today, the guys talk Texas Longhorn football with the players meeting the media yesterday. The Texas Women’s basketball team’s Rori is excited that she doesn’t have to wear a knee brace anymore. The NFL Preseason kicked off, and there were a ton of early injuries. Texas Basketball Head Coach Sean Miller spoke with Craig Way. Jameis Winston always keeps us entertained. Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw make more Major League Baseball history. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, a conversation with

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77:05

Arch Manning Buzz Grows, Bijan Cracks NFL Top 100,...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/07

Today, the guys have more Texas Longhorns football talk—the NFL bans smelling salts. Rodger Goodell announces a new Red Zone deal. Arch Manning NFL talks ramp up again. Bijan Robinson lands in the NFL's top 100 players. The Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback controversy continues. The NFL Preseason kicks off tonight. "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, a conversation with Eric Henry of Horns 24/7. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

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76:11

Sarkisian's Fall Camp Insights, Bridgewater's Return,...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/06

Today, the guys talk about Texas football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian's fall press conference. What details did the coach give about how players are looking and what to look forward to? Teddy Bridgewater signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after coaching his high school alma mater with controversy. Fox Sports gives their top rivalry games in college football, and the Longhorns finish twice in the top ten. The Cowboys' woes with Micah Parsons get worse—Shedeur Sanders to start the Cleveland Browns'

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78:05

Texas Longhorns Ranked #1, Face Ohio State in...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/05

Today, the guys talked about the Texas Longhorns football team being named #1 in the Coaches Poll and will open the season against the #1 Ohio State Buckeyes, the first time the two top-ranked teams have ever opened the season against each other. The Longhorns also suffered an injury to a key expected starter. What players on this football team are on the watchlist this season? The Cleveland Browns sign another quarterback. Jerry Jones lays out what he offered to Micah Parsons. The Houston Texans

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12:39

Donnell Rawlings Live! Comedy, Commanders & Austin Vibes

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/05

The guys talk to Comedian Donnell Rawlings; he is performing at the Mothership all this weekend. He comments on the atmosphere at the new comedy club. He talks about his love for Austin, Texas, and its restaurant scene. Gives his opinions on comedians stealing jokes. He gives his expectations for his Washington Commanders. You can hear it here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

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77:10

Hardge Returns from Vacation, Micah Wants Out, and...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/04

The guys are reunited as “Hardball” Hardge returns from vacation, and he and Mark get into some deep talk about the Micah Parsons trade request from the Cowboys. How is the excitement for the offensive line moving? What if Arch Manning is that good? Luka Doncic gets paid with the Lakers. The Pro Football Hall of Fame was this weekend; we give details and talk about who will be the shoo-in for the first ballot in 2025. A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” You can hear it all here

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77:17

Eric Henry’s Final Day, Texas Fall Camp Updates,...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/08/01

The last day of Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 subbing in for Mike “Hardball” Hardge and today him and Mark discuss more from the University of Texas Longhorns football fall practice. Then some discussion about the NFL Hall of Fame Game and what player they wish received a ring. We get into discussion on keyboard warriors as they are not about that life. The Astros trade for Carlos Correra. “The World’s Strongest Take” and a “Hardge Knocks Life!” You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff

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76:44

Texas Fall Camp Kicks Off, Gilbert Arenas Arrest,...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/07/31

Today, another day with Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 subbing in for Hardge, and he and Mark talk about the Texas Longhorn football team starting their fall practice. They update us on the Gilbert Arenas arrest and Shannon Sharpe's firing at ESPN. They talk about their expectations for NFL Rookies this season. They ask why the Dallas Cowboys continue to wait to extend their players. "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, conversations with KVUE's LeVon Whittaker and Chron.com's Leah Vann. You can hear it

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77:07

Texas Football Coaching Insight, Bayless & Brady on...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/07/30

Today again, Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 is subbing for Hardge, and the Henry and Associates talk about the University of Texas football team offense and defense through the eyes of the coaching staff. They give their opinions on Skip Bayless and Tom Brady's comments on Scottie Scheffler's focus on his family over golf. The Arch Manning rumors were shot down by the Cleveland Browns Owner, Jim Haslam. They break down the Christian Wilkins situation. More on Luka Doncic's expectations from his intense

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69:04

"Texas Coaching Talk, Deion Sanders' Health, Judge...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/07/29

Today, once again, Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 is in for Mike Hardge, and the guys talk about what they want to hear from the University of Texas coaching staff. They discussed Deion Sanders' health situation and the importance of being aware of your health. They give their insights into Aaron Judge's injury and Bryce Harper's stance on Major League Baseball's possibly having a salary cap. The NCAA House Settlement begins to be implemented. How will it affect the landscape of college sports? What is

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77:32

"Top Concerns & Expectations for Texas Football +...

The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry ·

2025/07/28

Today, Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 is subbing in for Hardge, and the guys explain what they’re most excited about for the Texas Longhorn football season. What are the three things that can derail the 2025 season? They break down the importance of the Texas team culture. They express their most significant concern for the season. What defines a good season for the Longhorns? The Dallas Cowboys extended a key component to the team, but it was not Micah Parsons. “The World’s Strongest Take” a “Hardge

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