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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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77:37

Prediction Thursday: Texas vs. Vanderbilt Preview,...

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

2025/10/30

Today is "Prediction Thursday." We are only two days away from the Texas Longhorns' return to DKR to face the #9-ranked Vanderbilt Commodores at 11 am. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian met with the media to talk about the match and gave an update on the statuses of Michael Taaffe and Arch Manning. The Los Angeles Dodgers find their way facing elimination as the Toronto Blue Jays go up 3-2 in the World Series. We make our predictions against the spread for this weekend's college and NFL football games

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17:02

Legends Of The Locker Room: Chris Del Conte Talks SEC...

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

2025/10/30

Today in the "Legends of the Locker Room," we have Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte, who talks about Texas' return from a long road trip. He speaks about seeing the SEC culture during the month-long road trip. Mark and Hardge ran into Chris on the road trip from the Red River Rivalry. He speaks on the expectations, leadership, and culture in Texas. He speaks on veteran teams with maturity like Vanderbilt. He mentions issues with guidelines on player eligibility due to the inability to govern

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78:07

Texas Gameplan Humpday: Sarkisian Prepares for...

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

2025/10/29

Today is "Texas Gameplan Humpday," as the Texas Longhorns look forward to Saturday's early game against the #9-ranked Vanderbilt Commodores. We have more from Texas' Head Coach Steve Sarkisian at Monday's press conference, as he discusses the upcoming battle. Game 5 of the World Series: the Toronto Blue Jays tie the series up with the Los Angeles Dodgers in a dominating fashion. The reason why the Indianapolis Colts are trending up in the NFL is. Ole Miss Head Coach Lane Kiffin had some comments on

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77:43

Turn the Page Tuesday: Texas Longhorns Prep for...

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

2025/10/28

Today is "Turn the Page Tuesday," and the Texas Longhorns move their attention to the Vanderbilt Commodores. Longhorns' Head Coach Steve Sarkisian updates the media on Arch Manning's health, what he's thinking about improving the running game, and how to end the slow starts. Several Longhorns players received SEC weekly awards. Game three of the World Series went 18 innings with the Dodgers winning on a walk-off home run. We had a sports equinox last night with all five major sports having games on

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77:52

Longhorns Victory Monday: Longhorns Rally for...

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

2025/10/27

Today is “Longhorns Victory Monday,” The Texas Longhorns were 31-14 going into 4th quarter comeback to win 45-38 in overtime against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Longhorns Head Coach addressed the team’s performance in the win and who were the key players that stepped up in the victory. LSU fires Biran Kelly which means they have another huge payout. The Dallas Cowboys lost a tough game to the Denver Broncos 44-24. A preview of game 3 of the World Series. “The World’s Strongest Take!” A

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16:24

Chipper Jones Joins The Show!

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

2025/10/24

Chipper Jones joins the show to chop it up with Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry! It's all here on The Morning Kickoff!

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76:53

Coach Sark Speaks With The Media, NBA Story Getting...

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

2025/10/24

Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry talk Coach Sark's recent comments to the media, the NBA betting story taking a turn for the worse, Thursday Night Football, and more! They also talk with Anthony Williams and Chipper Jones! It's all here on The Morning Kickoff!

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78:23

Prediction Thursday: Longhorns Prep for Mississippi...

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

2025/10/23

Today is "Prediction Thursday," just two days away from the Texas Longhorns' trip to Starkville, Mississippi, to play the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian met with the media to discuss adjustments ahead of Saturday's game. How will the defense adjust to Michael Taaffe being out for the game, and what should we expect from the Bulldogs? More NBA games last night, and Victor Wembanyama is scary. Cooper Flagg had his rookie struggles, and former Longhorn Tre Johnson was lights out

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12:19

Legends of the Locker Room: Rod Babers on Texas’ Next...

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

2025/10/23

For "Legends of the Locker Room," we have Texas Lifetime Longhorn and graduate of DBU Rod Babers, as he and Hardge reminisce about working together in the past and what the Texas Longhorn football team needs to do moving forward. How does Duane Akina affect the defensive back unit? What will be the impact of losing Michael Taaffe in the immediate future, and who will need to step up in his absence? What can be done offensively to help Arch and the offense, and how significant an impact will the

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77:32

Texas Gameplan Humpday: Arch Manning Steps Up, Taaffe...

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

2025/10/22

Today is "Texas Longhorns Gameplan Humpday Wednesday," and we are a couple of days away from the Texas Longhorns' trip to Starkville to play the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Michael Taaffe suffered an injury and will be out for a few games. CJ Baxter will return on Saturday. We hear from Arch Manning on what he needs to do to step up. NBA Opening Night was last night, the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Houston Rockets on their ring night in double overtime, 125-124. The Golden State Warriors defeated

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77:15

Turn the Page Tuesday: Longhorns Prep for Mississippi...

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

2025/10/21

Today is “Turn the Page Tuesday,” as the Texas Longhorns focus on Saturday’s match-up against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Coach Steve Sarkisian talks about what the team needs to do to continue improving. The World Series is set after the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners 4-3 in last night’s game 7 match-up. Monday Night Football had two games: the Detroit Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-9, with Jahmyr Gibbs having a career night. In the other game, the Houston Texans

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76:24

Longhorns’ Victory Monday: Longhorns Walk It Off in...

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

2025/10/21

Today “Longhorns Victory Monday,” the Texas Longhorns have a walk off overtime 16-13 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats. How to fix Texas offensive issues, relying on the defense and the team is united through all phases are discussed. Shohei Ohtani is dominating Major League Baseball. The Dallas Cowboys get the 44-22 victory over the Washington Commanders. Mike McDaniel gives us another gem. A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, a conversation with Tommy Yarrish of

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77:48

Feel Good Friday: Texas Gears Up for Kentucky | Arch...

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

2025/10/17

Today is "Feel Good Friday," as the Texas Longhorns get ready for the big SEC match-up in Lexington, Kentucky, to play the Kentucky Wildcats. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian had his final press conference before the game. Arch Manning's growth is starting to show. In "Thursday Night Football," the Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 33-21, with Joe Flacco showing what he can do with threats at the receiver position. The Major League Baseball League Championship Series continues with the

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77:26

Prediction Thursday: Texas vs. Kentucky Preview, Sark...

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

2025/10/16

Today is "Prediction Thursday," the Texas Longhorns get ready to challenge the Kentucky Wildcats in Lexington, Kentucky, at Kroger Field at Commonwealth Stadium. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian held a teleconference with the SEC media, discussing transfer portal rules and the upcoming game against the Wildcats. The Longhorns have several players banged up for Saturday's game. The Toronto Blue Jays' bats finally woke up with five home runs against the Seattle Mariners. We make our picks in college

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77:48

Texas Longhorns Gameplan Wednesday: Longhorns Prep...

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

2025/10/15

Today is "Texas Humpday Gameplan Wednesday." The Texas Longhorns move on to get ready to travel to Lexington, Kentucky, to play the Kentucky Wildcats. Two Texas Longhorn football players enter the transfer portal. We have more Coach Sarkisian sound from Monday. Texas Men's and Women's Basketball Head Coaches Sean Miller and Vic Schaefer spoke to the media. In the NFL right now, who are the contenders and pretenders? What are the games to look out for in college football this weekend? "The World's

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78:52

Turn the Page Tuesday: Longhorns Prep for Kentucky,...

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

2025/10/14

Today is “Turn the Page Tuesday,” as the #21-ranked Texas Longhorns prepare to face the Kentucky Wildcats, a battle of SEC teams in Lexington, Kentucky, this upcoming Saturday. Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian talked to the media. The Texas Longhorns Women’s basketball team will start ranked #2. Madison Booker is the SEC Preseason Player of the Year, and Rory Harmon is on the 2nd team. On “Monday Night Football,” the Chicago Bears defeated the Washington Commanders with a walk-off field goal, 25-24,

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77:47

Longhorns' Victory Monday: Longhorns Dominate Sooners...

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

2025/10/13

Today is "Longhorns' Victory Monday," the Texas Longhorns defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 23-6 in the "Red River Rivalry" at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas. Coach Sarkisian and players were ecstatic in the post-game press conference. More craziness is going around in college football this weekend. Penn State will be looking for a new head coach. The Dallas Cowboys took a rough loss to the Carolina Panthers. Aaron Rodgers looks better than we predicted. The Seattle Mariners start off the American

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77:04

Feel Good Football Friday: Texas vs. Oklahoma, Cam...

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

2025/10/10

Today is "Feel Good Football Friday," as the Texas Longhorns are a day away from their trip to the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas, to play the Oklahoma Sooners in the "Red River Rivalry!" The guys talk about the atmosphere before game day. Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian spoke to the media, expressing his thoughts on what needs to happen for Saturday's big game. Thursday Night Football between the Philadelphia Eagles and the New York Giants dominated with Running Back, Cam Skattebo, who scored two

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15:07

Legends of the Locker Room: Nathan Vasher on Texas...

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

2025/10/10

In the "Legends of the Locker Room," we have Lifetime Longhorn Defensive Back Nathan Vasher talking about Texas vs. OU week. He explains how big the week is, what it's like coming through the tunnel, and the continuous trash talk the alums have with each other about the game. He tells us what advice he's given to the team while struggling, what he would say to the defense about its execution, and what options the team has to confuse the opposing team's offense. Nathan explains what it feels like to

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16:36

Legends of the Locker Room: Thaddeus Bullard (Titus...

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

2025/10/09

We play off our bet in the “Legends of the Locker Room” with Thaddues Ballard, also known as Titus O’Neil in the WWE. He lays it all on the guys bragging about the Gators’ victory. He shared why he thought Florida was successful. He talked about his “Champions of Character” program, explaining how he got involved with the high school he’s working with and how it has been impactful with the youth. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

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