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Around The Ozarks Sports Scene

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One of the best-known names in Ozark’s sports, Scott Puryear, is back with his own sports podcast! In each podcast Scott will talk area sports and national sports topics of local interest, plus have interviews with area sports personalities from past and present.

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40:54

Nyla Milleson, Drury Director Of Athletics

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2025/11/20

Nyla Milleson, Drury Director of Athletics, discusses the efforts of the Panthers Fall sports teams, previews the basketball season and special home dates and more! Thanks to our sponsor,Colton's Steak HouseandThompson Sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:37

Dena Hildebrand and Michele Boswell

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2025/11/13

Dena Hildebrand, Director of the tremendous "Voice Unbroken" documentary on the comeback of Art Hains, and Michele Boswell, founder of the "My Mom Calls It Soccer" podcast join us to talk about their projects! Thanks to our sponsor,Colton's Steak HouseandThompson Sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:23

Fall 2025 with Chris Parker, Ozarks Sports Zone

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2025/11/06

It’s fall championship season across the Ozarks! Host Scott Puryear welcomes Chris Parker of KY3 Ozarks Sports Zone to Around the Ozarks Sports Scene for a complete rundown of the fall high school sports action. From volleyball to Friday night football showdowns, plus soccer and more, Chris breaks down which local teams and athletes are making headlines and chasing titles. It’s your all-in-one guide to the biggest moments of the Ozarks fall sports season. Thanks to our sponsor,Colton's

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32:13

Former STL Cardinal, Willie McGee & Page Bowman,...

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2025/10/30

It’s a special doubleheader on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene! Host Scott Puryear first chats with Glendale golf phenom Page Bowman, fresh off her third consecutive state individual title. Then, baseball legend and STL Cardinals Hall of Famer Willie McGee joins the show to reflect on his storied career and share the heartfelt message he’s bringing to kids at next week’s Boys & Girls Club fundraiser in Branson.Thanks to our sponsor,Colton's Steak HouseandThompson Sales!See

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39:19

Joel Wells, Logan-Rogersville Football Coach

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2025/10/23

It’s a packed episode of Around the Ozarks Sports Scene! Host Scott Puryear sits down with Missouri Sports Hall of Famer Joel Wells, now in his first season leading the Logan-Rogersville Wildcats to an impressive 6–2 record. Coach Wells reflects on his career path, the culture he’s building in Rogersville, and the growing “arms race” of high school athletic facilities across the region. Plus, Tyler Thompson, GM of sponsor Thompson Sales, joins the show to talk great

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38:36

Rob Rains, STLSportsPage.com

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2025/10/16

The Cardinals asked for a reset... how did it play out? On Around the Ozarks Sports Scene, host Scott Puryear sits down with Cardinals authority Rob Rains of STLSportsPage.com to evaluate a turbulent season, the direction under new GM Chaim Bloom, and what’s next for the Redbirds. Who stays, who goes, and who might emerge as a breakout player in 2026? Rob has the insider insight you don’t want to miss. Thanks to our sponsor,Colton's Steak HouseandThompson Sales!See

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40:11

Matt Jones, WholeHogSports.com

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2025/10/09

The Razorbacks are in the spotlight, and WholeHogSports.com editor Matt Jones joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to break it all down with host Scott Puryear. From the ongoing Arkansas football coaching search to whether former Missouri State head coach Bobby Petrino is a serious contender for the full-time job, Jones shares insider perspective on what it’ll take to land the gig. Plus, get an early look at the upcoming Razorbacks basketball and baseball seasons as one of the state’s

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47:10

Battle For Bell, and HOF Honoree, Rusty Medearis

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2025/10/02

It’s a doubleheader on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene! Host Scott Puryear is joined first by Missouri State’s Joey Hawkins and Drury’s Scott Nasby to preview the annual Battle for Bell charity baseball game, set for October 8th. The crosstown showdown raises funds for the CoxHealth ALS Clinic and brings together two powerhouse programs for a cause that hits close to home. Then, Scott catches up with former Ozark High and University of Miami football star Rusty Medearis, who

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34:15

Stan Utley, Former Area Golf Star And Noted Instructor

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2025/09/25

Stan Utley has taken his Ozarks roots all the way to the national stage. On Around the Ozarks Sports Scene, host Scott Puryear catches up with the West Plains native and former University of Missouri standout, who carved out a professional playing career before turning his short-game mastery into a teaching legacy. Now recognized by Golf Digest as one of America’s Top 15 instructors, Utley shares stories and what it’s like to teach at one of the most prestigious courses in the country

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50:24

Four Guys, Four Topics. September 2025

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2025/09/18

Four sports voices, four hot topics. In this brand-new feature on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene, host Scott Puryear is joined by Corey Riggs (Voice of Missouri State Athletics), Chris Parker (Ozarks Sports Zone), and Sully Engels (KY3 Sports Director) for a roundtable on the stories driving conversation across the region. From early-season panic in Chiefs Kingdom to prep football surprises, the Cardinals’ slipping hold on the Ozarks, and Missouri State football’s uprising, it’s a

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36:38

Art Hains, Retiring Voice Of The Bears

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2025/09/11

A true Ozarks legend is taking his final bow. Art Hains, the longtime Voice of the Missouri State Bears, joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene with host Scott Puryear to reflect on nearly 50 years behind the mic. Art talks about the highlights of his remarkable broadcasting career, the honor of calling Saturday’s MSU football game against his alma mater SMU, and his inspiring comeback to the airwaves after a near-fatal illness. It’s a real conversation with a Hall of Fame voice who has

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48:09

Nick Athan, Chiefs Blitz With Season Preview

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2025/09/04

The Kansas City Chiefs are back on a mission, and Nick Athan of ChiefsBlitz.com joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to break it all down with host Scott Puryear. From the team’s “Revenge Tour” to whether Patrick Mahomes will throw deep again, Nick offers insight into what fans can expect this season. Plus, the two tackle some off-field chatter, including the question a lot of people are asking: whatever happened to Jackson Mahomes?Thanks to our sponsors,The Pitch Pizza & Pub,

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49:11

Wyatt Wheeler, Departing News-Leader Sports Reporter

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2025/08/28

Wyatt Wheeler has been a fixture in Ozarks sports for the past decade, and now he’s moving on to a new chapter. He sits down with host Scott Puryear to reflect on 10 years at the Springfield News-Leader, sharing stories from the sidelines and memories that defined his beat. Wyatt also previews the upcoming Missouri State football season, talks candidly about how sports journalism has evolved, and looks ahead to his next role covering Kansas State athletics for the Topeka

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39:20

Chuck Hepola, Evangel Director of Athletics

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2025/08/21

Evangel is gearing up for another big year, and Head Football Coach and new Director of Athletics Chuck Hepola joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to share what’s ahead. Host Scott Puryear talks with Coach Hepola about the Valor’s upcoming season and the local standouts ready to make an impact. Plus, Hepola opens up about his expanded role leading all of Evangel’s athletics programs and his vision for the future of Valor sports.Thanks to our sponsorsFastbreakSports, the largest

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46:48

Golf Stars Lyla Louderbaugh and Reagan Zibilski

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2025/08/14

Local Golf Stars Reagan Zibilski and Lyla Louderbaugh, our former Springfield Catholic High star teammates and rising LPGA hopefuls, are back at it again! Lyla reached the prestigious US Women's Amateur semifinals after winning a second straight Kansas Women's Amateur title (by eight strokes, again), while Reagan won the prestigious Missouri Women's Amateur (by a whopping 12 strokes) and also made match play at the US Am. They talk about their productive Summers and the big seasons just ahead for

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46:30

Brad Leighninger, Championship BBQ Competitor

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2025/07/31

Smoke, sauce, and serious skill... BBQ champion Brad Leighninger joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about his run as a finalist on Food Network’s BBQ Brawl, what it takes to win on the competition circuit, and his recent induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. The Gettin’ Basted pitmaster also shares pro tips for backyard grillers looking to step up their game just in time to wrap up those summer BBQ's.Thanks to our sponsorsFastbreakSports, the largest selection of

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Phil Steele, National College Football Expert // ATO...

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2025/07/24

College football guru Phil Steele is back on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene for his annual visit with host Scott Puryear. The author of the go-to Phil Steele College Preview magazine breaks down what to expect in 2025 from Missouri State, Mizzou, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and more. It’s a rapid-fire rundown from one of the sport’s most trusted voices. Plus, a quick chat with Mike from FastBreak Sports about their new weekly “Trading Night” kicking off this Sunday at the

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45:34

Kellen Lindstrom, Glendale HS & U of Tennessee Football

Around The Ozarks Sports Scene ·

2025/07/17

Fresh off his first season in the SEC, Kellen Lindstrom joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk all things Tennessee football. The former Glendale Falcons standout reflects on earning a varsity letter as one of only eight true freshmen for the College Football Playoff-qualifying Vols and shares what’s ahead as he gears up for year two in Knoxville. Host Scott Puryear also catches up with sponsor Miles Thompson of Thompson Sales for a quick visit you won’t want to miss. Thanks to our

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44:03

Rob Marsh, Price Cutter Charity Championship

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2025/07/10

Glendale standout Sebastian Norman is on the verge of a life-changing decision, and he’s talking all about it on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. Host Scott Puryear catches up with the rising star to discuss his recent appearance at the MLB Combine, what it’s like being a top draft prospect, and the exciting path ahead: launching a pro baseball career after the MLB Draft on July 13th or taking the field at Oklahoma State. Either way, the future is bright for one of the Ozarks’ most

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29:40

Sebastian Norman, Glendale Baseball MLB Draft Prospect

Around The Ozarks Sports Scene ·

2025/07/03

Glendale standout Sebastian Norman is on the verge of a life-changing decision, and he’s talking all about it on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. Host Scott Puryear catches up with the rising star to discuss his recent appearance at the MLB Combine, what it’s like being a top draft prospect, and the exciting path ahead: launching a pro baseball career after the MLB Draft on July 13th or taking the field at Oklahoma State. Either way, the future is bright for one of the Ozarks’ most

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